Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.
A clock tower with two faces, surrounded by greenery and a white fence.
A mountain with a large cloud of smoke or dust rising from its peak.
A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
A street with a prominent entrance sign for Kota Kinabalu, surrounded by palm trees and parked cars.

Stay near popular Downtown Kota Kinabalu attractions

A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
Photo by Iqbal Selamat
Open Photo by Iqbal Selamat

Imago Shopping Mall

8.6/10 (662 reviews)
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NT$2,808 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
NT$2,808
NT$3,111 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"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.."

Reviewed on 2026/9/14

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NT$2,885 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
NT$2,885
NT$3,194 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

Reviewed on 2026/9/6

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

3 out of 5
Suria Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NT$1,434 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
NT$1,434
NT$1,770 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (128 reviews)
"Located in the Suria mall"

Reviewed on 2026/3/23

Hotel 7 Suria
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is NT$3,992 per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
NT$3,992
NT$4,389 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

4 out of 5
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NT$2,628 per night from Oct 6 to Oct 7
NT$2,628
NT$2,916 total
Oct 6 - Oct 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Suria Sabah ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (923 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and comfortable enough. WiFi is provided. Amenities are available but note that iron is not a steam iron and wasn't in the best condition. Would have preferred hair dryer to be mounted in the toilet for easier access. Tea and coffee were provided as well as basic toiletries. ..."

Reviewed on 2026/9/11

Grandis Hotel
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is NT$2,495 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
NT$2,495
NT$2,773 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The shower was amazing. The staff were very helpful when we arrived at 1:30 am after 20 hours of travelling."

Reviewed on 2026/9/18

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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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.
An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by a cityscape and distant mountains.

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.

A mosque with a large dome and three minarets by a body of water.
Photo by Michaela Prades
Open Photo by Michaela Prades

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.

A coastal city with a marina, boats, and a large hotel.

Karambunai

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

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.

A mosque with two minarets and a blue dome, reflecting in a calm body of water.

Likas

Likas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in town.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu