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1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff, good breakfast."
Canada
XIAO HUI
The price is NT$2,484
NT$2,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Deluxe Seaview Suite (King) | Terrace/patio

2. 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)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is NT$5,768
NT$6,884 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

3. 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, (239 reviews)
"The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent."
Japan
Genya
The price is NT$1,638
NT$2,161 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Lounge

4. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel bello"
Italy
Davide
The price is NT$2,861
NT$3,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Premier Room, 1 King Bed

5. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (620 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
The price is NT$3,174
NT$3,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Pool

6. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is NT$2,928
NT$3,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hallway

7. Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (923 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel ,location perfect with many restaurants to choose from and coffee shop right next door,so loved the fact that after a day out we relaxed with a coffee seated outside next to hotel .a door in the hotel lead us through into the 8th floor shopping mall , a wow factor . The food selection was superb . A grand hotel all in all"
United Kingdom
lana
The price is NT$2,925
NT$3,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Grandis Hotel
Restaurant

8. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (213 reviews)
"Hotel staff and facilities were excellent. The breakfast buffet was phenomenal—wonderful, personalized service from Encik Fauzi and the rest of the team and a wide selection of food options, including many local favorites!"
United States
Paul
The price is NT$3,789
NT$4,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

9. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (450 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
The price is NT$8,382
NT$13,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Gaya Island Resort
Superior Twin Room (With window)

10. Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Helpful staff that let me check in early :)"
Australia
Brittany
The price is NT$708
NT$912 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Hotel Gaia 95
Infinity pool

11. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is NT$2,165
NT$2,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Room

12. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was super clean and the staff do their jobs amazingly 24/7"
United States
sean
The price is NT$3,881
NT$4,269 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Room

13. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"The Regis was perfect for our 3 night stay in KK. Virtual front desk through WhatsApp was very responsive to all inquiries and the on site staff was extremely helpful. The location next to the Imago Mall was also quite convenient for anything we need plus ehailing to different spots in KK."
United States
Heidi
The price is NT$2,038
NT$2,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
Lobby

14. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (603 reviews)
"Facilities a bit aged but clean room with nice club lounge room. Comfortable bed and good breakfast spread of local cruisine."
Singapore
Shih Chung
The price is NT$2,545
NT$2,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Reception

15. 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, (157 reviews)
"Good value, clean, convenient location."
United States
Raul Miguel
The price is NT$2,481
NT$2,757 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Bar (on property)

16. 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$3,549
NT$3,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Terrace/patio

17. Gaya Centre Hotel

Gaya Centre Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (740 reviews)
"Location was excellent "
Canada
King Wong
The price is NT$1,007
NT$1,165 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Gaya Centre Hotel
Triple Room

18. Walk In Hotel

Walk In Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (12 reviews)
"Nice and convenient.. great location"
Malaysia
Bahrinizam
The price is NT$990
NT$1,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Walk In Hotel
Deluxe King

19. Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (313 reviews)
"Shops nearby, good location."
United States
Sofía
The price is NT$816
NT$1,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 26 - Sep 27
Hotel Capital
Beach

20. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"We had an absolutely wonderful stay at Bunga Raya Island Resort. The island is truly beautiful — surrounded by lush nature, crystal-clear water and stunning views. It feels like a peaceful little paradise, perfect for relaxing and escaping from the busy world. The villas are beautiful and spacious, the staff are incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the service throughout our stay was excellent. We especially loved the peaceful atmosphere, beautiful beach and the opportunity to enjoy nature...
United Kingdom
Lesya
The price is NT$9,150
NT$10,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

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 5 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Lowest Price
NT$912
Highest Price
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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 610 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. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Regency 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 Orchid De Villa. 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.