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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A street with buildings, cars, and a sign for a health care laboratory.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.

1. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Scott

NT$881

NT$1,030 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern kitchen with black and white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and pendant lighting.

2. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Donna

NT$1,146

NT$1,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.

A multi-story building with various shops on the ground floor, including a restaurant and a café.

A hallway with marble walls, wooden doors, and chandeliers.

A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.

3. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Yuta

NT$1,008

NT$1,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A living room with a beige sofa, a white coffee table, and a blue rug. There are three exercise balls on the rug.

A signboard with information about hotel check-in times, payment options, and cancellation policy.

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a wooden headboard, and a wall socket.

A reception desk with a sign reading "SIGNÉL Hostel" and a modern interior design.

4. Signel Hostel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Richard

NT$497

NT$616 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Davide

NT$2,922

NT$3,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

6. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

John

NT$2,211

NT$2,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A terrace with tables and chairs overlooking a body of water and a distant island.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.

7. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Paul

NT$3,537

NT$3,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

8. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Kingsley

NT$2,990

NT$3,308 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

A hotel named "CAIA 95" with a modern facade, a business service center, and a visible entrance.

A room with a black shelf holding patterned cushions, a hexagonal mirror, and two orange containers.

A hotel interior with a wooden slat wall, a sign reading "GAIA95", and a view of the outside through a window.

9. Hotel Gaia 95

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Brittany

NT$723

NT$932 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for 'HOTEL SIXTY-3'.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a vase with flowers on the table.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV displaying a nature scene, a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a television screen, and a modern ceiling design.

10. Hotel Sixty3

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

David Wong Weng

NT$2,083

NT$2,411 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A spacious living room with a modern sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel corridor with a marble floor, dark wooden walls, and a large abstract artwork on the left.

A reception area with a marble counter, wooden bench, and decorative wall panels.

A modern hotel with a prominent entrance, large windows, and a clear sky.

11. Grandis Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Charles

NT$2,870

NT$3,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a green wall.

A reception desk with a computer, a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel lobby with a carpeted floor, several armchairs, a sofa, and a small table with a lamp.

A staircase with a potted plant and a framed picture on the wall.

12. Hotel Eden54

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Anonymous traveler

NT$704

NT$909 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a minibar.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a small dining table, a kitchenette, and a large window.

A hotel reception area with marble walls, a reception desk, and a digital information board.

13. Hotel Capital

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, < 0.1 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Sofía

NT$826

NT$1,054 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".

A hotel room with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern living room with a sofa, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a wooden panel wall.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a sink with a towel rack above.

14. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Tamara

NT$1,322

NT$1,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.

A modern living room with a sofa, a hanging chair, and a laptop on a table.

A modern interior with green armchairs, a wooden table, and a staircase with a railing.

A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and tables, featuring large windows and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

15. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

Kampung Air, 0.8 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

"Enjoyable stay and a great budget property choice. Staff were all helpful, Wi-Fi good, rooms, although snug, more than adequate for sleeping and showering. The one thing that let the property down was the lack of options at breakfast. Everyday a different breakfast meal was given but you had no idea what it would be and didn’t have another option to choose if it wasn’t to your liking. That said, the quality of the food was good. Would happily stay at the property again if looking for somewhere...

Wayne

NT$1,757

NT$1,976 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, a wall with feather artwork, and a ceiling light.

A hotel with a large glass facade, a sign reading "QLIO HOTEL," and a red fire hydrant outside.

A modern living room with a dark blue sofa, a wooden console table, and a colorful abstract wall art piece.

16. Qlio Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Myona

NT$889

NT$1,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 22 - Aug 23

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a bathtub, a large window with a view, and a wooden interior.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top and multiple floors with illuminated windows.

A conference room with a wooden table, black chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A view from a window with a glass of red wine and a magazine on a cushioned seat.

17. Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Michelle

NT$2,243

NT$2,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A spacious lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a reception desk.

A grand lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a chandelier.

The entrance to Jesselton Hotel with a classic facade, large glass doors, and a tiled ground floor.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a bathroom with a glass door.

18. The Jesselton Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Henn Kiew

NT$1,810

NT$2,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

A modern hotel lobby with a white leather sofa, blue cushions, and framed artwork on the wall.

A hallway with a wall covered in large, bold text, likely representing various destinations or locations.

A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a built-in oven.

19. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Kampung Air, 0.9 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Zachary

NT$849

NT$996 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.

A modern hotel pool area with a clear view of the sea, lounge chairs, and a large building in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, a small table, and a dining area with chairs.

20. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Yan Ting

NT$2,094

NT$2,945 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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Compare popular hotels close to Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Property	Property class	Guest rating
CJ Residence	9.6 Exceptional 53 reviews	View
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo	9.4 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Signel Hostel	9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews	View
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View

Top Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great location Amazing views Amazing. Breakfast"

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and cosy. Staff very friendly and helpful."

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great swimming pool with view of the sunset. The 24 hour gym is very nice. The restaurant on the 6th floor on the same floor as the gym and pool is very good too, though a bit expensive for what you get. They did allow substitutions, for example substituting a fried chicken sandwich for a grilled chicken sandwich, and having sauces on the side. You just have to ask them for this. The ground floor restaurant is more affordable, but most of the dishes serve fried meat, so it’s not a good choice for health conscious eaters. The bed was very comfortable, though not long enough for taller people, which resulted in my feet hanging off the end. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful. The location is excellent, with so many places within walking distance, be it outdoor fresh fish restaurants, night markets, during street, jetties for boat excursions, etc. What’s nice too is in the lobby there is kind of a small mall, with an Orange convenience store, a souvenir shop, and chocolate shop, a Burger King, and a terrific Cantonese style fish restaurant. It’s nice sometimes to not go out in the heat and have a nice meal. I found that the fish restaurant was the best place to eat in the hotel and mall complex. Nearby within walking distance are large shopping malls, including a place called Wisma Merdeka, which is the best place to change money. Be warned though , that this downtown area is dirty and maybe even scary to some, so take that into consideration."

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel for the price. Clean and staff were very welcoming. Plus, a great area with shops and restaurants."

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"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."

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

8/10 Good

"Well located with easy access to ferry terminal and main business district. Property needs a little updating and maintenance, but rooms are large, clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and helpful. Plenty of places to eat within easy walking distance."

The Jesselton Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location at an affordable price Walking distance to snorkeling jetty. Amazing street market right outside the front door!"

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Perfectly placed property overlooking the sea. Staff were all very accommodating and friendly."

Gaya Centre Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Small gym with good basic equipment. Room clean, view very lovely. A little noisy late at night from the end of the evening scooter rush. Staff are super friendly and extremely helpful. Great place to stay - especially if you’re doing water-based activities where you need to meet at the docks. "

Other attractions near Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

A table with a plate of food, a cup of coffee, and a view of a lake.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

8.4/10 (503 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.

Atkinson Clock Tower

7.6/10 (17 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Pusat Bandar with a stop at Atkinson Clock Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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Gaya Street Sunday Market

8.2/10 (478 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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KK Plaza

7.6/10 (97 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at KK Plaza. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Kota Kinabalu Central Market

7.8/10 (375 reviews)

During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kota Kinabalu Central Market. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Merdeka Square

You can find out about the history of Bandaran Berjaya when you stop by Merdeka Square. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.

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Handicraft Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Handicraft Market during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center?

Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center is located in an area of Pusat Bandar known for its beautiful island views, snorkeling, and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 237 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center?

Adjacent to Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 restaurants and 2 bars. Other good options close by include Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.

How many hotels are there close to Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center?

Expedia has 237 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center?

Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, and Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre. Create some family memories at Aquascape Center and Downbelow Adventure Centre.

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Our top choices for Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center hotels

1. CJ Residence

2. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

3. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

4. Signel Hostel

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

6. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

7. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

9. Hotel Gaia 95

10. Hotel Sixty3

11. Grandis Hotel

12. Hotel Eden54

13. Hotel Capital

14. Mandarin Hotel

15. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

16. Qlio Hotel

17. Horizon Hotel

18. The Jesselton Hotel

19. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

20. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Compare popular hotels close to Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Top Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Grandis Hotel

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

The Jesselton Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Gaya Centre Hotel

Other attractions near Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Atkinson Clock Tower

Gaya Street Sunday Market

Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

KK Plaza

Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Merdeka Square

Handicraft Market

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