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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

Two pairs of grey socks in plastic packaging on a tan leather surface.

A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.

1. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 2 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Kunthea

NT$886

NT$1,036 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.

A multi-story building with various shops on the ground floor, including a restaurant and a café.

A hallway with marble walls, wooden doors, and chandeliers.

A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.

2. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Yuta

NT$1,070

NT$1,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.

3. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

MRS

NT$3,175

NT$3,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant mountains.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk with bar stools, and a view of the city.

A view from a high-rise window overlooking a coastal cityscape with a large body of water, a roundabout, and distant mountains.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round coffee table, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

4. La.mer Butik Hotel

1.5 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Mark

NT$1,253

NT$1,861 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 2 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Sri Ganesh

NT$2,937

NT$3,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern kitchen with black and white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and pendant lighting.

6. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.5 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Donna

NT$1,151

NT$1,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

7. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.3 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Kip

NT$2,712

NT$3,009 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a minibar.

A hotel reception area with marble walls, a reception desk, and a digital information board.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a small dining table, a kitchenette, and a large window.

8. Hotel Capital

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.2 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Sofía

NT$860

NT$1,094 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A hotel entrance with a black frame and the name 'GAIA95' displayed.

A room with a black shelf holding patterned cushions, a hexagonal mirror, and two orange containers.

A hotel named 'CAIA 95' with a modern facade, a business service center, and a visible entrance.

9. Hotel Gaia 95

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.4 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Brittany

NT$727

NT$937 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.

A modern interior with green armchairs, a wooden table, and a staircase with a railing.

A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and tables, featuring large windows and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

A staircase with a mural featuring a cartoon character and a sun.

10. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

Kampung Air, 2 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Kim

NT$2,092

NT$2,338 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern hotel corridor with a marble floor, dark wooden walls, and a large abstract artwork on the left.

A modern hotel entrance with a glass facade, a visible staircase, and a sign for 'GRANDIS HOTEL'.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a bar area.

A spacious living room with a modern sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

11. Grandis Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.9 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Monika

NT$3,793

NT$4,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.

A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, a small table, and a dining area with chairs.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Shore' sign, featuring a grid-like facade and a central entrance.

12. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.7 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Yan Ting

NT$1,129

NT$1,808 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for 'HOTEL SIXTY-3'.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a vase with flowers on the table.

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a television screen, and a modern ceiling design.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV displaying a nature scene, a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

13. Hotel Sixty3

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.2 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

David Wong Weng

NT$2,468

NT$2,844 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several receptionists, and a large potted plant.

A window with sheer curtains, a view of a body of water, and a distant hill.

14. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 2.1 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

John

NT$1,574

NT$1,937 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by high-rise buildings and a view of the sea.

A dining area with a table set for four, a view of the sea through a large window, and a brick wall with license plates.

A room with a large window, a plant, a wooden table, and a blue curtain.

A living room with a TV displaying a show, a wooden coffee table, a sofa, and a view of the sea through large windows.

15. Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Khairul

NT$2,272

NT$2,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A spacious lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a reception desk.

A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, a chandelier, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

The entrance to Jesselton Hotel with a classic facade, large glass doors, and a tiled ground floor.

A grand lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a chandelier.

16. The Jesselton Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.2 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Henn Kiew

NT$1,639

NT$1,849 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".

A hotel room with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden panel wall.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a sink with a towel rack above.

17. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.5 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Tamara

NT$1,372

NT$1,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a view of the sunset over the water, and a balcony with a chair.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a freestanding bathtub, and a black marble sink.

A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a large flower-shaped ceiling light, a reception desk, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

18. Hotel 7 Suria

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Ai Ming

NT$1,456

NT$1,572 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a green wall.

A hallway with wooden chairs, a vase of flowers, and a staircase in the background.

A hotel lobby with a carpeted floor, several armchairs, a sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

A reception desk with a computer, a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

19. Hotel Eden54

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Anonymous traveler

NT$836

NT$987 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of buildings.

A tall hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a Mercure hotel.

20. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

MUN TAT

NT$1,525

NT$1,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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Compare popular hotels close to International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Property	Property class	Guest rating
CJ Residence	9.6 Exceptional 57 reviews	View
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu	9.2 Wonderful 224 reviews	View
La.mer Butik Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

8/10 Good

"Great location with close proximity to shopping & dining."

Gaya Centre Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Clean & comfy room. nice bed & pillow. View overlooking Jesselton was a bonus."

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was just as we expected"

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for one week and the room was very comfortable. The breakfast included was worth the extra fee. 24/7 Gym and laundry services available. Infinity pool was relaxing and has a great view of sea. Citadines is a popular meet up spot. We went on two tours and they picked us up right outside our hotel. There is a restaurant, massage spa, burger king, cafe and lemon tea shop in the same building."

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

Hotel Capital

10/10 Excellent

"I LOVE TO STAY WITH THIS HOTEL. VERY CONVENIENCE. NEAR TO TAMU GAYA WHICH ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE TO GO THERE. SURROUNDING WITH NEAR SUPERMARKET AND MALL. . EVERY TIME TO KK, WE WILL STAY TO THIS HOTEL. 5 STAR TO STAY HERE"

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good

"Located in the Suria mall"

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

10/10 Excellent

"Lækkert værelse med skøn udsigt. Godt poolområde. Ligger lige midt i indkøbs/ restaurantsområde. Havudsigt og lige ved havnen."

Other attractions near International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

A table with a plate of food, a cup of coffee, and a view of a lake.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

8.4/10 (503 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.

Atkinson Clock Tower

7.6/10 (17 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Pusat Bandar with a stop at Atkinson Clock Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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Jesselton Quay

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Jesselton Quay during your visit to Kota Kinabalu. Amble within the natural setting or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Sabah International Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening at Sabah International Convention Centre during your trip to Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

8.0/10 (183 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre

8.0/10 (22 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in the area.

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Gaya Street Sunday Market

8.2/10 (478 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu?

International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu. Travelers love the area for its beautiful island views, snorkeling, and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 92 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu?

Adjacent to International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu, Jesselton Quay by Pinstay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a fitness center and a cafe. Other good choices within a short distance include Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and Hotel 7 Suria.

How many hotels can I expect to find near International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 92 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu?

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What can I see and do near International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu?

You can wander around Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, or Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre if you want a dose of fresh air. Create some family memories at Aquascape Center and Downbelow Adventure Centre. Tabin Wildlife Reserve, Bukit Padang, and Sabah Agricultural Park are beautiful places to appreciate nature.

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Our top choices for International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu hotels

1. CJ Residence

2. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

3. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

4. La.mer Butik Hotel

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

6. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

7. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

8. Hotel Capital

9. Hotel Gaia 95

10. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

11. Grandis Hotel

12. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

13. Hotel Sixty3

14. The Klagan Hotel

15. Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

16. The Jesselton Hotel

17. Mandarin Hotel

18. Hotel 7 Suria

19. Hotel Eden54

20. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Compare popular hotels close to International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Top International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Gaya Centre Hotel

Grandis Hotel

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Capital

Hotel 7 Suria

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

Other attractions near International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Atkinson Clock Tower

Jesselton Quay

Sabah International Convention Centre

Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre

Gaya Street Sunday Market

Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

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