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1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 3 km from City Mall

Paula

NT$2,554

NT$2,836 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

2. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 3 km from City Mall

Genya

NT$1,645

NT$2,171 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

3. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 3.2 km from City Mall

Ganesh

NT$1,066

NT$1,230 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Deluxe Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | View from room

4. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

3.1 km from City Mall

Kevin

NT$1,737

NT$1,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

5. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

Kampung Air, 3 km from City Mall

"Enjoyable stay and a great budget property choice. Staff were all helpful, Wi-Fi good, rooms, although snug, more than adequate for sleeping and showering. The one thing that let the property down was the lack of options at breakfast. Everyday a different breakfast meal was given but you had no idea what it would be and didn’t have another option to choose if it wasn’t to your liking. That said, the quality of the food was good. Would happily stay at the property again if looking for somewhere...

Wayne

NT$1,733

NT$1,949 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

6. Oceania Hotel

3 km from City Mall

Jane

NT$1,436

NT$1,629 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Mini Family Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers, bidet

Mini Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

7. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

1.8 km from City Mall

Thomas

NT$1,113

NT$1,202 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

8. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Kampung Air, 3 km from City Mall

Joshua

NT$1,121

NT$1,289 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

9. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 3.1 km from City Mall

Imran

NT$1,314

NT$1,497 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

10. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 2.9 km from City Mall

Farzad

NT$1,847

NT$2,257 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Superior Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Superior Double Room | In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing

11. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 3.1 km from City Mall

scott

NT$1,196

NT$1,370 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Deluxe King | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Superior Room | In-room safe, desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

12. Sabah Oriental Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 3.2 km from City Mall

Mohammad Rizdun Bin

NT$1,211

NT$1,386 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

13. Tang Dynasty Park Hotel

3 km from City Mall

Guest

NT$710

NT$838 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets

14. Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 3.2 km from City Mall

Arminah Binti

NT$1,128

NT$1,409 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

15. DM Hotel

Luyang, 1 km from City Mall

Anonymous traveler

NT$631

NT$745 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

16. Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

3 km from City Mall

Mark Jian Hao

NT$1,380

NT$2,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Premier Room, 2 Twin Beds, Non Smoking, City View | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

17. Lintas View Hotel

1.8 km from City Mall

Shankaran

NT$837

NT$904 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

18. 7 Hung Hung Inn

Kampung Air, 3.1 km from City Mall

Anonymous traveler

NT$502

NT$670 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets

19. Summer Hotel

Kampung Air, 2.9 km from City Mall

Harajuku

NT$550

NT$727 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

20. One Hotel Sadong Jaya

3 km from City Mall

Anonymous traveler

NT$726

NT$934 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Compare popular hotels close to City Mall

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Kota Kinabalu	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 240 reviews	View
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay	8.8 Excellent 16 reviews	View
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social	9.0 Wonderful 13 reviews	View

Top City Mall Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The shower was amazing. The staff were very helpful when we arrived at 1:30 am after 20 hours of travelling."

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great area, a walk away to gaya street, restaurants, suria sabah mall and many more fun places! Love the view! Will definitely come back and recommend it to others.."

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."

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, staff very helpful and lots of amenities"

Monocolo Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Quiet hotel that is by the main road. Doesn't serve breakfast, but has a cafe that opens rather late IMO. Was told at the opposite side of the road has a food stall that sells nice fried noodles, but I didn't try. Sufficient parking space. Provides basic anemities which was nice."

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good

"Located in the Suria mall"

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent services, Thank you"

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "

Other attractions near City Mall

Bukit Padang

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bukit Padang during your travels in Kota Kinabalu. Amble within the natural setting or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Tabin Wildlife Reserve

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tabin Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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Sabah Agricultural Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sabah Agricultural Park, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Sabah Art Gallery

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sabah Art Gallery in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Aquascape Center

Take the kids to visit the sea creatures at Aquascape Center during your visit to Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Likas Stadium

7.8/10 (56 reviews)

Catch an event at Likas Stadium during your trip to Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

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Likas Sports Complex

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Likas Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Kompleks Karamunsing

7.8/10 (48 reviews)

During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kompleks Karamunsing. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Mall?

City Mall is located in an area of Kota Kinabalu known for its beautiful island views, snorkeling, and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 6 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to City Mall?

MB Budget Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from City Mall. Another good option is DM Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to City Mall?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from City Mall.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near City Mall, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near City Mall.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near City Mall?

To access more information about updating your stay near City Mall or cancelling it, click here.

What can I see and do near City Mall?

Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Local parks like Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, and Tabin Wildlife Reserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre, and Orchid De Villa.

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Our top choices for City Mall hotels

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

2. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

3. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

4. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

5. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

6. Oceania Hotel

7. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

8. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

9. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

10. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

11. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

12. Sabah Oriental Hotel

13. Tang Dynasty Park Hotel

14. Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing

15. DM Hotel

16. Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

17. Lintas View Hotel

18. 7 Hung Hung Inn

19. Summer Hotel

20. One Hotel Sadong Jaya

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Top City Mall Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

Monocolo Boutique Hotel

Hotel 7 Suria

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Other attractions near City Mall

Bukit Padang

Tabin Wildlife Reserve

Sabah Agricultural Park

Sabah Art Gallery

Aquascape Center

Likas Stadium

Likas Sports Complex

Kompleks Karamunsing

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