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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
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.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

1. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Canada
HEIDI
NT$2,732
NT$3,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.
A beachside bar with outdoor seating, palm trees, and string lights.
A dining area with a view of the ocean, large windows, and a chandelier.

2. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
United States
sean
NT$4,690
NT$5,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.
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.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Italy
Davide
NT$2,880
NT$3,189 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.
A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.
A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
NT$5,364
NT$6,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
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.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.
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.

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
MRS
NT$3,674
NT$4,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
A modern interior with a bar area, a grid-like window design, and a sign reading "SAKURA".
A multi-story hotel with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a busy street.
A modern interior with a curved seating arrangement, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.

6. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Mark
NT$3,495
NT$3,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.
A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and lush greenery. There is a white sofa with striped cushions and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.

7. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
NT$7,215
NT$7,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Gayana Marine Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.
A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
NT$3,184
NT$3,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

9. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Michaela
NT$2,686
NT$2,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.
A beach with lounge chairs facing the ocean, palm trees, and distant islands.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
An aerial view of a resort with a marina, golf course, and hotel buildings.

10. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Antonette
NT$3,295
NT$3,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.
A wooden deck with a cushioned seating area, a view of the sea, and surrounding greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a bench, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.

11. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
United Kingdom
Lesya
NT$9,212
NT$10,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.
An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

12. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Bethany
NT$4,685
NT$5,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the mountains, a ceiling fan, and a television.
A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.
A beach with white lounge chairs, white umbrellas, and a clear view of the water and distant mountains.

13. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
Japan
Hiroshi
NT$8,407
NT$13,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Gaya Island Resort
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Kota Kinabalu and related destinations

Climb Signal Hill at dawn for panoramic views of the city skyline and islands dotting the South China Sea. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the night market at the waterfront, while adventure seekers can take day trips to Mount Kinabalu in the nearby national park.

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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Easily THE BEST experience in Kota Kinabalu. Not just the best hotel, the best experience. Exceptionally well managed. The staff here is amazing and when you've come a long long distance (California) that is so so appreciated. There are lower cost hotels, but there is no better value than this Hyatt in KK. After 34 hours of flying, to arrive and know that I will be 100% taken care of, is invaluable. I have stayed here now five trips to Borneo, and every time, everything is perfect. Especially the cleanliness. My room is always pristine. The cleaners work super super hard to make sure of that fact. And as well the staff at the front desk is always smartly assessing and managing your stay. And at breakfast, just love the staff and chefs, amazing food, amazing service, again 100% taken care of. Many thanks to everyone. See you again soon! - AB from Santa Barbara, California"
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
HweiChuen 4-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"
Michaela 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"Very helpful staff good location"
MRS 4-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
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The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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