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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Just excellent. Also, great for those who bring their children. "
The price is ฿8,299
฿9,869 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great resort but a little dated"
The price is ฿7,599
฿8,283 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Staff not really friendly"
The price is ฿5,093
฿5,654 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Nice"
The price is ฿2,483
฿2,758 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Nice staffs and swimming pool. Really enjoyed the vacation in the hotel."
The price is ฿3,294
฿3,634 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Lobby

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (912)
"Mist thing is good, vut food is not many kind."
The price is ฿3,065
฿3,387 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Excellent staff assistance"
The price is ฿3,116
฿3,490 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (568)
"The stylo Bar and pool is a winner"
The price is ฿3,899
฿4,288 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Gayana Marine Resort
Poolside bar

Gayana Marine Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (476)
"A nice place with clear water, good food and good service. Recommend to stay at least 2 days or above."
The price is ฿8,307
฿9,114 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Gayana Marine Resort
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
Front of property

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (769)
"The breakfast buffet lines were empty very early and without refill"
The price is ฿1,275
฿1,582 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151)
"Only overnight stay to catch a flight. Hotel stay generally pleasant. Breakfast provided. Only drawback is the hotel is located on the wrong side of the city on a very busy road."
The price is ฿1,946
฿2,372 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
King Seaview Suite (High Floor) | View from room

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (158)
"Conveniently located opposite Suria Sabah. Staff were friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. "
The price is ฿4,366
฿4,792 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
3 outdoor pools

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

5.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (765)
"Most beautiful beaches and sunrise The hotel is like a elegant garden The staff is really nice and friendly The atmosphere is quite and you can hear the gorgeous sound of the bird You can see many lovely animals like monkeys lizard many kinds of bird and squirrels Standing on the balcony viewing the peaceful sea you know that life can really be a long adventure "
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (25)
"Property was new, nice, and big (it was basically a full fledged one room apartment we had). Two TVs, kitchenette and washing machine. Location was well placed within 10min walk to gaya street. Only drawback was that Citadines co-shares the plot and common facilities w an apartment building called Northshore (different wing) which brings along w that, tons of short-stay crowd (amongst them children) and noise in the common areas, esp the pool. "
The price is ฿2,758
฿3,055 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Gaya Island Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Gaya Island Resort

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (443)
"Situated in one of the largest underwater national parks. Spectacular natural beauty with sea, sand and jungle. Hundreds of species of marine and island life. Underwater and above ground Activities beautifully curated by YTL staff to blend conservation and fun. "
Gaya Island Resort
Grandis Hotel
Outdoor pool

Grandis Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (890)
"Staff very helpful and hotel spotless. Well located. We had a really pleasant stay and would stay again"
The price is ฿3,738
฿4,167 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Grandis Hotel
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Lobby lounge

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (116)
"Second stay this time. My go to hotel every time I visit KK."
The price is ฿2,681
฿2,972 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Borneo Beach Villas
Outdoor pool

Borneo Beach Villas

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (348)
"There is no signage for reception on arrival at this property. You have to ask the guy on the gate which way to go, then he has you do a semi check in there, which holds everyone else up trying to enter the property. After checking the room we decided not to stay, this hotel is definitely not a 4 star as advertised, more like a 2 star. Rooms are very run down. There was no lounges around the pool only table and chairs, which didn't make the area very inviting to sit around. The only...
The price is ฿1,967
฿2,398 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Borneo Beach Villas
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
View from room

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (539)
"Check-in was good and fast with such a friendly and professional staff. Room is just as requested. Only drawback is lack of switches for lighting which was replaced with digital push screen which doesn't seem to work resulting in a poorly lit room and caused inconveniences due to that. Prefer to have manual swtches for practicality."
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Seaview Capsule Hotel
View from property

Seaview Capsule Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
Seaview Capsule Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travellers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Anjung Samudera and Centre Point while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Signel Hostel and CJ Residence.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 301 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Anjung Samudera, Centre Point and Kompleks Asia City. You could also plan a visit to Kota Kinabalu Central Market or Imago Shopping Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Warisan Square and Local Fruits Market. While you're out sightseeing, Handicraft Market and Plaza Wawasan are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.