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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, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel bello"
Italy
Davide
The price is NT$2,910
NT$3,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
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$8,127
NT$9,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
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$2,766
NT$3,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
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, (238 reviews)
"The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent."
Japan
Genya
The price is NT$1,795
NT$2,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Exterior

5. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (251 reviews)
"High cost performance. Very close to the Friday night market."
Japan
Kanai
The price is NT$1,312
NT$1,496 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Mandarin Hotel
Lobby

6. Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (922 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$2,485
NT$2,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Grandis Hotel
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

7. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (619 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
The price is NT$3,375
NT$3,723 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool

8. 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$2,968
NT$3,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Superior Twin Room (With window) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

9. 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$717
NT$925 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Gaia 95
Outdoor pool

10. 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$2,194
NT$2,448 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Reception

11. 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$2,696
NT$2,990 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
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, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was super clean and the staff do their jobs amazingly 24/7"
United States
sean
The price is NT$4,545
NT$4,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Restaurant

13. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212 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$3,824
NT$4,209 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

14. 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$1,017
NT$1,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Walk In Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

15. 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$7,053
NT$12,272 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 5 - Sep 6
Gaya Island Resort
Rooftop bar, ocean views, open daily

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$4,067
NT$4,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

17. 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$2,060
NT$2,224 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets

18. K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28 reviews)
"Clean room, alot of restaurant and cafes are nearby."
United States
Jovita
The price is NT$905
NT$1,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
K Hotel
Lobby

19. 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$2,580
NT$2,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

20. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (733 reviews)
"The pool is a nice addition after a long day of excursions."
Canada
Kian Yung
The price is NT$1,936
NT$2,169 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Thomas 4-night trip
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Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
NT$925
Highest Price
NT$12,272

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 611 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 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, Bukit Padang, and Tanjung Aru Perdana 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.