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Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic view, warm welcome from staffs, clean room condition"
United States
Youngsoo
The price is NT$5,575
NT$6,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Rooftop bar, ocean views, open daily

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NT$4,014
NT$4,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (995 reviews)
"Good Hotel"
Malaysia
MS ANITA
The price is NT$2,944
NT$3,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"This is a very fine modern hotel located in the heart of Kota Kinabulu. We particularly appreciated the fact that it was a short walk to the restaurant row on the waterfront which offered outdoor seating and a variety of cuisines."
United States
Benjamin
The price is NT$2,896
NT$3,208 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
"Fantastic sea facing, penthouse unit very close to the airport. I'm fact the infinity pool faces the runway. Superb noise insulation hence no noise of the flights taking off or landing. Convenient location for tours and couple of nice eateries nearby. Very courteous staff too👍"
Singapore
ASHISH RANJAN
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit."
Australia
Shankaran Pillay
The price is NT$2,541
NT$2,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
The price is NT$9,557
NT$14,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Gaya Island Resort
Restaurant

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (198 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is NT$3,411
NT$3,764 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (184 reviews)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is NT$8,991
NT$10,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Lobby

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (149 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is NT$2,381
NT$2,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, we really enjoyed our stay! The all inclusive was fantastic with premium restaurants included. "
Australia
Jenny
The price is NT$5,229
NT$5,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
Australia
Lisa
The price is NT$4,395
NT$4,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Lobby sitting area

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (11 reviews)
"Clean and nice location to go everywhere. Staff was so nice and also room was spacious and clean"
Singapore
JUNGMI
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (603 reviews)
"Close to everything"
Canada
Michael
The price is NT$3,218
NT$3,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is NT$1,915
NT$2,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (507 reviews)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is NT$9,807
NT$10,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Gayana Marine Resort
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (222 reviews)
"Superb hotel with great location"
Malaysia
Mohd Haikal
The price is NT$1,770
NT$2,326 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (186 reviews)
"Everything was good and 100% liveable lol. You’ll be good staying here. Trust me. However breakfast is overpriced so please just eat outside 😭🙏"
United States
Geremy
The price is NT$1,121
NT$1,291 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Private beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is NT$2,831
NT$3,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 6 - Mar 7
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Executive Suite, Sea View | In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Kivana Suite by Ayuhouz

Kivana Suite by Ayuhouz
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"I booked this hotel for my sister while she was visiting our mum at the hospital, which is just a 3-minute walk away. It’s also within easy walking distance to nearby cafés and restaurants. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the rooms are very clean and neat. The only small issue was that there was no soap for the shower, but that was easily fixed. Overall, it’s a great place to stay."
Australia
Jurina
The price is NT$1,018
NT$1,180 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Kivana Suite by Ayuhouz
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

10/10 Excellent
"Cleanliness, room size "
Ming Pow 1-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Lowest Price
NT$1,291
Highest Price
NT$14,702

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kota Kinabalu?
If you're not able to find a motel in Kota Kinabalu, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from over 616 lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, colorful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Kota Kinabalu?
These are some more economical accommodations to book in Kota Kinabalu. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Hotel
What can I do in Kota Kinabalu?
Take time to check out the marina and shops in this romantic area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Kota Kinabalu like the parks. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, and Sabah Agricultural Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre, and Water World Theme Park. To learn more about local history, take some time at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village.
What's the seasonal weather like in Kota Kinabalu?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Kota Kinabalu to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Kota Kinabalu when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Kota Kinabalu to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) away from the city center. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can learn about your water travel options at the marina.