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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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location and beautifull beach"
United Kingdom
Aamer
The price is NT$4,148
NT$4,559 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
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$3,111
NT$3,440 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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$8,615
NT$13,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Gaya Island Resort
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

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$2,712
NT$3,009 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Hilton 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, (230 reviews)
"Nice and good location!"
Canada
yang
The price is NT$1,779
NT$2,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
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$7,393
NT$8,064 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Gayana Marine Resort
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$3,988
NT$4,706 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is NT$2,453
NT$2,729 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Reception

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 for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is NT$2,425
NT$2,699 total
includes taxes & fees
May 22 - May 23
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Rooftop terrace

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (81 reviews)
"Very Healthy breakfast very helpful kind staff"
Australia
Saxon
The price is NT$1,766
NT$1,987 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
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$7,059
NT$8,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
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$3,733
NT$4,111 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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$4,247
NT$4,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 13 - Jun 14
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Exterior

Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang

Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang
2.5 star property
Kundasang
The price is NT$775
NT$917 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (193 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$1,172
NT$1,346 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
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$8,915
NT$10,027 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Front of property

The Klagan Regency

The Klagan Regency
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (334 reviews)
"Good price for what it has to offer."
Singapore
chan hong
The price is NT$1,356
NT$1,544 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
The Klagan Regency
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$2,202
NT$2,457 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
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$1,107
NT$1,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
Deluxe Studio Suite, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, individually furnished

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Free parking for guest"
Canada
Lee Hyuk Chime
The price is NT$1,974
NT$2,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

10/10 Excellent
"I would say this resort has plenty of activities and amenities which is very convenient. Peaceful resort with a beautiful beach right in front of me. I wish the food selection and taste could be improved."
Madihah 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Lowest Price
NT$917
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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 618 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 Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Regency 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, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, and Sabah Agricultural Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Kipandi Butterfly Farm, Aquascape Center, and Downbelow Adventure Centre. 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.