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1. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great gym and pool amenities. Dining set menu in the restaurant was fantastic!"
Australia
Leila
The price is NT$3,731
NT$4,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Le Meridien 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$7,842
NT$9,333 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Everything was perfect and we enjoyed our stay very much. A special mention deserves the staff ,everyone we encountered was genuinely very kind and happy to help and make our stay memorable. The breakfast was amazing. Also the pool was very nice."
United Kingdom
Ines
The price is NT$3,824
NT$4,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

4. 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, (233 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"
Singapore
KIAN HEONG
The price is NT$2,596
NT$3,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool

5. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location , rooms were spacious but very dated property needing updating . Carpets were stained . Buffet was very good with a good selection of local cuisine."
United Kingdom
Kingsley
The price is NT$3,300
NT$3,643 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Reception

6. 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$2,985
NT$3,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

7. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (450 reviews)
"Could be so much better - this is 3 or 4 start at best - Its missing the finishing touches that enhances guest experience - eg 1 hour for bags to be brought to room, food over priced and average - room aircon is not up to standard, not enough power outlets - in reality only one for guest use in the room, for the money there is better , far better"
Hong Kong SAR China
Simon
The price is NT$8,573
NT$14,116 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Gaya Island Resort
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (616 reviews)
"Perfectly placed property overlooking the sea. Staff were all very accommodating and friendly."
Malaysia
Murray
The price is NT$3,881
NT$4,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Exterior

9. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (249 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is NT$1,326
NT$1,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Mandarin Hotel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

10. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is NT$8,609
NT$9,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

11. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable lodging, I could recommend. Good location- easy walk to fish market. Can honestly say for the price was a good deal. "
Australia
Scott
The price is NT$942
NT$1,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
CJ Residence
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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$4,921
NT$5,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

13. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is NT$2,533
NT$2,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

14. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (512 reviews)
"We stayed in the room which had a private pool. It had a very nice view. Staffs are very nice. Great food. We were the first customers enjoyed the special local produced three course meal. Fantastic!"
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
The price is NT$9,651
NT$10,502 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Gayana Marine Resort
Breakfast area

15. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
The price is NT$1,574
NT$1,937 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
The Klagan Hotel
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

16. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (727 reviews)
"The pool is a nice addition after a long day of excursions."
Canada
Kian Yung
The price is NT$1,905
NT$2,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Deluxe Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

17. Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (954 reviews)
"Great location."
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is NT$2,905
NT$3,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Horizon Hotel
Lobby

18. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (602 reviews)
"I like this hotel very much. The room is spacious for the 2 of us. The beds, room and corridors are clean. The hotel is still being upgrading but we are not affected in anyway. The upgrading has improved the ambience. Buffet breakfast is also good. The location is so convenient for walking to Imago mall and the waterfront. But it’s really too hot for walking. So Grab is cooler!! Also the staff at front desk is so helpful and polite. Recommended 👍"
Singapore
BeeBee
The price is NT$3,760
NT$4,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Superior Twin Room (With window) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

19. 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$859
NT$1,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 1 - Aug 2
Hotel Gaia 95
City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

20. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is NT$942
NT$1,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel location is fantastic. We had a sea facing room and had a wonderful view of the ocean and mountains in the background, as well as fishing boats. The gym is also well equipped - multiple stationary bikes, treadmills, exercise machines. The only down side is that there is a strong odor of cigarettes in there all the time. May be due to bad air circulation in that room. There is also a nice outdoor pool. The breakfast buffet was very good, with lots of local and western choices. Hotel staff are wonderful, very helpful, polite and customer focused."
Merkna 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
NT$1,093
Highest Price
NT$14,116

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 617 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. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Le Meridien Kota 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, Bukit Padang, and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. 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.