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Discover 567 Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (964)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
The price is NT$2,874
NT$3,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great location and friendly staff "
The price is NT$3,333
NT$3,670 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Staff & Hotel Management are super friendly and accommodating. "
The price is NT$2,671
NT$2,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Oikos Poshtel

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (11)
"Booke dthe family room for a friend and I. Had a great bathroom.very modern, a window, very comfy and cute. Would def stay again. Great value ad X rs from shopping centre and a top massage centre (Siam) in the same building)."
Oikos Poshtel

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (44)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."
The price is NT$2,529
NT$2,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (197)
"Good location for the airport. Comfy room, good service. "
The price is NT$1,736
NT$2,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great family friendly hotel "
The price is NT$3,258
NT$3,589 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (688)
"The location is great—very close to Jesselton Harbor. We booked the OWD course, so it was super convenient for us—only a 3‑minute walk. There’s also a big shopping mall nearby, plus it’s easy to find the durian street, fruit market, and seafood market. The hotel price is quite cheap, and it’s clean enough. It could be a bit better, but overall, it’s all good."
The price is NT$1,792
NT$2,005 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Lovely staff, beautiful location and comfortable, clean room"
The price is NT$5,685
NT$6,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (369)
"Staff are courtesy and professional. "
The price is NT$906
NT$1,049 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (593)
"Excellent five star hotel. "
The price is NT$3,438
NT$3,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

The Klagan Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Close to lots of amenities "
The Klagan Hotel

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"The staff were extremely helpful and attentive!. They even have powerbanks and charging cables in e room. It's also near to the airport so if you do not want to hear aeroplanes then may nt work for you. "
The price is NT$2,296
NT$2,550 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (189)
"It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool. "
The price is NT$3,206
NT$3,533 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK

3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (17)
"nice place"
Homesuite' Home at The Shore KK

Grandis Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (893)
"Great hotel and service. Loved the roof top pool and bar, great place to cool down."
The price is NT$4,915
NT$5,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Grandis Hotel

Hotel 7 Suria

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (120)
"Great location - easy to get around. Good towels and clean bathroom. However walls very thin - some guests very noisy"
The price is NT$1,125
NT$1,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Hotel 7 Suria

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (583)
"Nice place. the staff were friendly."
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG

3.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (11)
"Nice place to stay"
The price is NT$1,502
NT$1,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (133)
"This is a modern city type hotel beautifully decorated, with easy access to nearby restaurants, ideal for a short stay visiting Kotakinabalu .Ms Linda, front desk manager and her team at the reception were outstanding. This greatly professional staff , made our stay a memorable one. Will be back"
The price is NT$2,331
NT$2,587 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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Tanjung Aru

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

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Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

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Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

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Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

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Likas

Visitors to Likas enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is worth a stop.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travelers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighborhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Be sure to check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is steps from Imago Shopping Mall, and offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighborhood include AC Residence and CJ Residence.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 288 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market, and KK Plaza. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Anjung Samudera, and Warisan Square. While you're out sightseeing, Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.