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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)
"Great location and beautifull beach"
United Kingdom
Aamer
The price is NT$5,537
NT$6,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 12 - Jun 13
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, 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)
"The room was huge and the Club Lounge and view was wonderful."
Singapore
Peta
The price is NT$2,927
NT$3,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 20 - Jun 21
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff, good breakfast."
Canada
XIAO HUI
The price is NT$2,769
NT$3,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is NT$2,703
NT$2,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
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, (613 reviews)
"Great location on waterfront with many restaurants and markets nearby. Welcoming staff and clean rooms"
United States
Stephen
The price is NT$3,322
NT$3,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (449 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
The price is NT$8,543
NT$13,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Gaya Island Resort
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)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is NT$5,200
NT$5,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Restaurant

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is NT$3,955
NT$4,351 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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, (231 reviews)
"Nice and good location!"
Canada
yang
The price is NT$1,542
NT$2,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (509 reviews)
"We stayed in a Palm Villa and it was amazing. Loved everything about it, especially the breakfast delivered by boat. We spent a lot of time on our deck and in and out of the water. All staff were friendly and genuine. Food at all meals was great. Snorkeling around the property to look for giant clams was a highlight."
United States
Katherine
The price is NT$7,331
NT$7,997 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 23 - Jun 24
Gayana Marine Resort
Tanjung Deluxe Seaview Suite (King) | Terrace/patio

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$8,978
NT$10,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, 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, (999 reviews)
"We love the place Very nice lication"
United Kingdom
Antonette
The price is NT$2,999
NT$3,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 4 - Jun 5
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"excellent stay place 💕"
Singapore
Queia
The price is NT$2,397
NT$2,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers

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, (154 reviews)
"Great hotel, central for airport, beach and sightseeing. Excellent restaurant within the hotel JoJo for lunch and evening meals. Minimarket 2 doors away "
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is NT$2,468
NT$2,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Family Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, free WiFi

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"New hotel in town. Very near to imago shopping mall with lots of shops around. Place is clean."
Malaysia
Emily
The price is NT$1,097
NT$1,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 20 - Jun 21
Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz
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, (13 reviews)
"Free parking for guest"
Canada
Lee Hyuk Chime
The price is NT$1,957
NT$2,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (195 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful stay, tasty breakfast, nice room and great pool to use. The little shop onsite was good too. All food was amazing. "
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is NT$1,296
NT$1,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "
Australia
Mark
The price is NT$3,955
NT$4,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Presidential One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Balcony

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Staff very nice and helpful, room is clean and tidy. "
Malaysia
Yan Ting
The price is NT$1,098
NT$1,770 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
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, (188 reviews)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is NT$9,360
NT$10,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

8/10 Good
"The pool is a nice addition after a long day of excursions."
Kian Yung 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
NT$1,264
Highest Price
NT$13,447

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 615 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. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Regency Kinabalu - Hotel Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel - 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, Tabin Wildlife Reserve, and Bukit Padang. 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.