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Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 1.7 km, Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout...

D
Dmytro
From
Ukraine
Very nice and friendly staff - they explained all details of arrival in advance, sent me a google maps link and met me near the car entrance with a parking card. It was very easy to find the property and to check in. A great location! Really great. Just 10 min drive from the airport. You live just in a large mall with plenty of restaurants and shops. A good supermarket just a few steps from your room. Walking distance to the seafront promenade. A great place to meet a sunset and to have a dinner by the sea.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
Price from
US$68.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

H
Hon
From
Switzerland
Very new. Rooms are very modern and comfortable. Buffet breakfast was excellent. Wonderful sunset view from the pool.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 945 reviews
Price from
US$128.37
1 night, 2 adults
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A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

D
Damir
From
Belgium
You can see that there was alot of effort put in the interieur (tiles, lighting, light switches, furniture etc). It was clean and comfy. The shower and bathroom were great. I felt like staying in a very expensive hotel but at a low price :-) The staff was very helpful. The communication via whatsapp was excellent!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 292 reviews
Price from
US$37.44
1 night, 2 adults
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CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

W
Wachira
From
Kenya
Great location The owner is a really good person and always willing to help.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 551 reviews
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US$39.67
1 night, 2 adults
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AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

C
Cindy
From
Belgium
AMAZING! Definitely the most comfortable room, bed & bathroom we had in our 4 months travelling through Asia. The hosts are super friendly and communication goes smooth. Many good local restaurants close to the apartment. We definitely would recommend this place!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Price from
US$37.58
1 night, 2 adults
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Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated within 1.7 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 4.3 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu....

V
Valerie
From
United Kingdom
Was spotless, very very clean The air con was great, the shower had hot water Lots of bottled water Great location All the staff were great, very helpful & friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews
Price from
US$31.17
1 night, 2 adults
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The Aru by Ayuhouz

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah, The Aru by Ayuhouz features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

T
Thienvan
From
Australia
very nice clean modern room with everything that you need. Was very nice that they give you robes and slippers
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,176 reviews
Price from
US$112.76
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

H
Hsinpei
From
Taiwan
Good price. Breakfast was good, especially the pastry.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,819 reviews
Price from
US$50.58
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Hotel 7 Suria features concierge services and free WiFi.

S
Shafeekah
From
Singapore
It was perfect. Worth the price paid for one night. The location was on top of the Suria Sabah shopping mall. It's also near the night markets and seafood dining areas. The staffs were friendly and amazing. The room was clean, everything was in great working order. It was also facing the sea. Very beautiful. Will visit again when I travel to Sabah again (:
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,155 reviews
Price from
US$56.14
1 night, 2 adults
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Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu boasts four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

S
Suzannah
From
United Kingdom
A stunning hotel, the pool, gym and sauna are modern and spotless. Our room was upgraded and was spacious and maintained beautifully. We loved the waterfall shower and huge bed. We got room service and didn’t expect much but the vegan burger was hot and so tasty. Just the luxury we needed after climbing Mount Kinabalu!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,163 reviews
Price from
US$78.55
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Kota Kinabalu

Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
From US$50.39 per night

Oceania Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
From US$80.98 per night

Homi Oasis at KK Times Square 和逸绿洲

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews
From US$101.65 per night

Homi Breeze at Sutera Avenue 和逸微风

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews
From US$90.10 per night

Grandis Hotels and Resorts

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
From US$183.43 per night

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,282 reviews
From US$77.16 per night

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 249 reviews
From US$170.23 per night

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Best hotels with breakfast in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,301 reviews

In the city centre, King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a walkable area in Kota Kinabalu with good shopping.

From US$68.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,467 reviews

Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

From US$54.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 734 reviews

Centrally situated in the city's commercial district, Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms and free WiFi throughout.

From US$115.54 per night

Featuring 5-star accommodation, Sheraton Kota Kinabalu is set in Kota Kinabalu, 500 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 3.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,163 reviews

Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu boasts four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

From US$117.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,489 reviews

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

From US$48.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated within less than 1 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Capsule Inn features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$9.72 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,819 reviews

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

From US$111.23 per night

Budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

VALLEY HOTEL is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 4.9 km of North Borneo Railway.

From US$58.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews

Situated within 2.5 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel O Sianglory Inn features rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

Boasting a bar, Hotel O Asia City is situated in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$83.89 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 125 reviews

Located within 2.9 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel O Blossom Hotel provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$93.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Park Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 3.5 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway.

From US$52.96 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, HotSpot @ City Centre by SSVC features views of the city. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$101.33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews

Boasting a bar, Hotel O Five 2 is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$78.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

Boasting a shared lounge, Storytel Kota Kinabalu is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 700 metres from Filipino Market Sabah. Free WiFi is available in all rooms.

From US$66.54 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, Misto Hotel is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 1.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$33.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

Providing free WiFi, Diamond Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$48.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 270 reviews

Located within the hustle and bustle of the city centre, Hotel Iskandar offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

From US$24.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Located within 600 metres of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.3 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Blossom hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$19.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

Set within 2.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel Sri Iskandar offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews

Set in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Paradise Suite at Asiacity features rooms with city views and free WiFi. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

From US$188.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 619 reviews

Located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.8 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway, CAPITAL EXPRESS features accommodation with free WiFi.

From US$29.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

Hotel Traveller is set in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km from North Borneo Railway.

From US$27.89 per night

FAQs about hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Tropical Paradise in East Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu (KK) is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sabah on the island of Borneo. It features white-sand beaches, tropical rainforests and the outer lying coral reefs and islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman (TAR) Marine Park, a haven for scuba divers.

Occupied by the Japanese and heavily bombed during World War II by the British, some remnants of this colonial era remain in the Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory, with its sweeping view of the coast.

Tanjung Arn is KK’s most popular public beach and secluded northern beaches like Karambunai and Dalit have resorts dotted along the coast.

Kota Kinabalu Harbour hosts international cruise ships and the KK Waterfront is a popular place with many bars. The KK Handicraft Market is your chance to grab a nice souvenir to take home.

Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s highest mountain at 4,101 metres. This highly important ecological region contains rare fauna and flora and makes a good day trip from the capital.

A variety of hotels on Booking.com are centred around Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the city centre and islands.

Learn more about visiting Kota Kinabalu

  • 127 attractions
  • 15 points of interest
  • 1 neighbourhood
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What guests said about Kota Kinabalu:

8.0

Good location for snorkeling and fishing trips.

Good location for snorkeling and fishing trips. Lovely islands to visit fir swimming. Easy access with the ferries. Best place for western pub food and glass of cold wine was Shoneys bar and grill Best island for snorkeling was Mengalum but one and half hours by boat.
Guest review by
carolyn
Australia
8.0

Kota Kinabalu is a beautiful city with amazing waterfront...

Kota Kinabalu is a beautiful city with amazing waterfront views, friendly locals, and plenty of nice cafes and seafood restaurants. It’s a great place to relax and explore nature. However, I found the food prices to be higher than expected — generally pricier than in Penang or Kuala Lumpur. Other than that, it was an enjoyable trip and I’d love to visit again someday.
Guest review by
Jia-Ming
Singapore
10

It is an exotic city, offer many experience, it was nice to...

It is an exotic city, offer many experience, it was nice to have the blend of a city but yet you can watch the fishing boats coming back to shore from their catch and visitors taking speed boats to island opposite KK, if you unit is sea facing, you can see this at your balcony while sipping away coffee,teas, fruit juice or even beers
Guest review by
Sui Yin
Malaysia
10

There is no other place like Tanjung Aru Beach in Kota...

There is no other place like Tanjung Aru Beach in Kota Kinabalu when you want to observe sunset. It is iconic (but you need to disregard hundreds of people who want to enjoy the same :-). You can buy beautiful pearls in this town. You can visit Mari Mari cultural village from this town. It exceeded our expactations.
Guest review by
Miroslav
Czech Republic
6.0

For a town of 500,000 people there should be many more...

For a town of 500,000 people there should be many more waterfront restaurants available to tourists and local population. National Museum was closed, the observation tower was closed and the Cultural village did not look genuine (plastic flowers used all over the village!?). I would recommend a max. stay of 2 days + 1 day for islands visit.
Guest review by
Luke
New Zealand
10

This was my first time in Kota Kinabalu.

This was my first time in Kota Kinabalu. I came for a program, but since I arrived earlier, I decided to explore KK and Kundasang. Even though it was a last-minute booking with Wisata Travel Agency, the accommodation and guide they arranged were excellent. ✨ Favourite places: In KK, I enjoyed the city vibes and food around 1Borneo Mall. In Kundasang, the highlights were the fish spa, rabbit farm, Desa Dairy Farm, and of course a stop at Pekan Nabalu — a picturesque spot with breathtaking views of Mount Kinabalu and local stalls selling souvenirs and snacks. 🍴 Where I ate: One memorable stop was trying the famous kepak ayam madu Wak Ali — really delicious! Around KK, it was easy to find food because there are so many choices, from local eateries to restaurants. 🚗 Getting around KK: With a guide from the travel agency, it was very convenient. The city is easy to move around with transport arranged, and going up to Kundasang was smooth with their service. 💑 For young couples: I’d recommend Kundasang as a must — the dairy farm, the mountain views, Pekan Nabalu, and even simple stops like the fish spa and rabbit farm create great memories. KK city itself is lively with shopping, cafes, and seaside views. It’s a good mix of nature and city for couples. Overall, it was a short but meaningful trip, and I’ll remember it as one of the best last-minute adventures I’ve had.
Guest review by
BARDSAAD
Malaysia

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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu
From US$278.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,506 reviews
The facilities and the natural beauty at the hotel were excellent. The breakfast was scrumptious with many varieties. Staff from every aspect were so pleasant. We could tell they were consistently trained to meet high standards. Garden wing bathroom was old. One would expect a 5 star shangri la to at least have an updated bathroom. The tub/shower combo was something we normally find in a 3 star hotel…but it was clean and the shower water pressure was good so it didn’t really bother us for a one night stay
Guest review by
Jay
United States

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu
From US$141.83 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,269 reviews
I would like to acknowledge the wonderful staff at Le Meridien, Kota Kinabalu. From the staff at the club room, sunset lounge, pool to the door men, reception and house cleaning. I found the staff to be polite, courteous and always up for a chat and laugh.  A special thank you to Navalie and Nazir in the club lounge for their service and city recommendations. The employees and the guest experience they provide are deeply appreciated and are a credit to the hotel.
Guest review by
Scott
Australia

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Kota Kinabalu
From US$159.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 890 reviews
The most awesome things about Pan Pac are the pools (you can go either to Pacific pool or Marina Pool, but Marina is much better and bigger!), and the breakfast! So much varieties and tastier too! The room was also spacious, the amenities were great and sufficient, usually some 5 stars hotel didnt considerate to give extra, but after hours of swimming you need extras!
Guest review by
EMMA SOFIAH
Malaysia

Hotel O Sianglory Inn

Kota Kinabalu
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
We love this place. So unic decoration. Clean too actually. Don't go to deep cleaning people! You booked for 2 3 star hotel. Not 5 star. And cheap too. Why you expecting more if you don't want to spend more from your pocket. 7 eleven, restaurant (good food actually) and cheap. Easy to park a car and easy to request for a grab or maxim.
Guest review by
KhadijahEdi
Malaysia

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Kota Kinabalu
From US$64.61 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,526 reviews
The apartment was huge. Has all the basic kitchen facilities, the room was clean and the hotel just a walkaway from convenient stores and mall as well. Not to forget if you have the room with Jesselton point view, it is totally breathtaking.
Guest review by
MARYAM FARZANA
Malaysia

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