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Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 1.7 km, Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout...

d
david
From
South Korea
Very kindness staff and good location, good facility. Feeling treated like a precious guest
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews
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£63.72
1 night, 2 adults
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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

A
Aron
From
Hungary
The staff were very kind and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 933 reviews
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£92.87
1 night, 2 adults
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ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

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Wendy
From
Australia
Amenities are great. They provide exceptional service and communication is top notch, the best I have encountered. Clean, comfortable and quiet. The lightings are switch on by touch. The Grab service would drop off sort of behind. That area in the morning is not accessible because of a myr$4 charge to enter for cars. Just walk to Takaful for pick up. At night, the boom gate is open. The foot bridge (10 mins) to the Waterfront near there too. Go to Welcome Seafood by crossing the road next to Nasi Lemak Kahwin and walk through the building to the other side.Great food and service. Watson is also across that road. Great to buy bottle water, medicine and toiletries.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews
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£33.27
1 night, 2 adults
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A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

F
Farnaz
From
Australia
Good facilities and staff were helpful in printing some documents for me. Great communication about how to get to the property.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews
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£35.81
1 night, 2 adults
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CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

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Ann
From
Belgium
Hidden gem, with super friendly host, and an eye for detail. Incredible good value for money, would highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 602 reviews
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£35.91
1 night, 2 adults
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AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

L
Lombard
From
United States
the owners are charming and do everything possible to please you
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 484 reviews
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£34.08
1 night, 2 adults
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Showcase Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Showcase Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu, 700 metres from North Borneo Railway and 4.1 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

M
MJ Wong
From
Malaysia
Pretty new and contemporary. Comfortable Bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
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£29.43
1 night, 2 adults
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The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah, The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

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xu
From
China
I was very satisfied with my second stay at the aru hotel, but the front desk with a Chinese face hardly spoke. Others are very nice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,371 reviews
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£63.17
1 night, 2 adults
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The LUMA Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 2.3 km, The LUMA Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a...

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Wan Adli
From
Malaysia
everything was great! even the coffee and tea provided in the room is beyond expectation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,010 reviews
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£67.78
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

Z
Zafirah
From
Singapore
The room was big and spacious. The bed and toilet was clean and comfortable:)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,972 reviews
Price from
£49.48
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,427 reviews

    In the city centre, King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a walkable area in Kota Kinabalu with good shopping.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,503 reviews

    Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 720 reviews

    Centrally situated in the city's commercial district, Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms and free WiFi throughout.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,221 reviews

    Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu boasts four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,507 reviews

    Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu city centre, The Klagan Hotel features modern air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. The property has a restaurant and is 350 metres from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Akinabalu Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

    Located 400 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Seaview Capsule Hotel offers rooms with air conditioning in Kota Kinabalu.

Budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews

    VALLEY HOTEL is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 4.9 km of North Borneo Railway.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, Diamond Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Hotel O Asia City is situated in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews

    Less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City is located in Kota Kinabalu and provides free WiFi, express check-in and check-out and concierge services.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews

    Located within 2.9 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel O Stay Inn Ii provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Paradise Suite at Asiacity features rooms with city views and free WiFi. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    Park Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 3.5 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 467 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, HotSpot @ City Centre by SSVC features views of the city. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

Hotels located in the centre of Kota Kinabalu

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Misto Hotel is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 1.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews

    Located within the hustle and bustle of the city centre, Hotel Iskandar offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

  • Located within 600 metres of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.3 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Blossom hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 103 reviews

    Set within 2.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel Sri Iskandar offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 689 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.8 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway, CAPITAL EXPRESS features accommodation with free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 81 reviews

    Hotel Traveller is set in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km from North Borneo Railway.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    Hotel Kinabalu is set in Kota Kinabalu, 3.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km from North Borneo Railway.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Hotel O Five 2 is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

FAQs about hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Tropical Paradise in East Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu (KK) is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sabah on the island of Borneo. It features white-sand beaches, tropical rainforests and the outer lying coral reefs and islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman (TAR) Marine Park, a haven for scuba divers.

Occupied by the Japanese and heavily bombed during World War II by the British, some remnants of this colonial era remain in the Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory, with its sweeping view of the coast.

Tanjung Arn is KK’s most popular public beach and secluded northern beaches like Karambunai and Dalit have resorts dotted along the coast.

Kota Kinabalu Harbour hosts international cruise ships and the KK Waterfront is a popular place with many bars. The KK Handicraft Market is your chance to grab a nice souvenir to take home.

Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s highest mountain at 4,101 metres. This highly important ecological region contains rare fauna and flora and makes a good day trip from the capital.

A variety of hotels on Booking.com are centred around Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the city centre and islands.

Learn more about visiting Kota Kinabalu

  • 111 attractions
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What guests said about Kota Kinabalu:

  • 8.0

    Tanjung Aru sunset very nice, kota Kinabalu kundasang must...

    Tanjung Aru sunset very nice, kota Kinabalu kundasang must go to see kota Kinabalu mountain view. Mari-Mari culture village is a must, a very good experience. Tunku Abdul Rahman park really beautiful. Beach in University Malaysia Sabah
    Guest review by
    Kiki
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    Kota Kinabalu is the most cosmopolitan of the cities in...

    Kota Kinabalu is the most cosmopolitan of the cities in Sarawak and Sabah. Shopping is good, plenty of eateries and the inner city is walkable . The traffic like in all Malaysian cities is horrific. I want to point out that taxies in Malaysia don't have meters any more and charge for transport whatever the want (always to much) compared to Grab/Uber.
    Guest review by
    Gerard
    New Zealand
  • 10.0

    I love Kota Kinabalu.

    I love Kota Kinabalu. There are a lot of nice restaurants, and there are some beautiful islands you can get to. I also love the local restaurants and the dessert places like the Royal Coconut. I would definitely go back again.
    Guest review by
    Basil
    United States
  • 10.0

    Great scenery, great food, just need to be careful with the...

    Great scenery, great food, just need to be careful with the safety, sometimes you can see some homeless people in the street, and too many promoters, the local authority might need to enforce on the road safety and supervision on the overall hygine.
    Guest review by
    Yi Ping
    Malaysia
  • 10.0

    There are many interesting places to visit for example the...

    There are many interesting places to visit for example the Medical Science Musuem, Aquarium and Art Gallery located in University Sabah Campus. The Filipino market nice souvenir items but you will need to bargain. For seafood lovers, this is a fantastic place to satisfy your cravings. Island hopping is also great. Good idea to bring along your own pre-packed food and drinks unless you do not need to budget expenses. Just people watching whilst enjoying a cool drink is also an eye opener. There are many differences with what prevails in West M'sia. I also loved the fact that the airport was just about 20 minutes drive away from the hotel - so convenient and time (cost) saving
    Guest review by
    Laili Rusmah
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    Seafood here is fresh and delicious.

    Seafood here is fresh and delicious. Ferry to island hopping was chaotic and long queue. Can improve. When at the jetty waiting for boats, had no system and just hoping hard that the pic will find you
    Guest review by
    Lee Keng
    Malaysia

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  • Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

    Kota Kinabalu
    From £132.06 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,495 reviews
    The facilities and the natural beauty at the hotel were excellent. The breakfast was scrumptious with many varieties. Staff from every aspect were so pleasant. We could tell they were consistently trained to meet high standards. Garden wing bathroom was old. One would expect a 5 star shangri la to at least have an updated bathroom. The tub/shower combo was something we normally find in a 3 star hotel…but it was clean and the shower water pressure was good so it didn’t really bother us for a one night stay
    Guest review by
    Jay
    United States

  • Hotel O Asia City

    Kota Kinabalu
    From £43.92 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews
    The check-in experience was smooth and hassle-free. The staff at the hotel was extremely helpful. Overall, location is good too. I didnt pay for a 5 star and I got what I expected - a good hotel all round, felt at ease, no pomposity. Highly recommended!
    Guest review by
    NH
    Malaysia

  • ATAP Hotel

    Kota Kinabalu
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews
    This hotel is very conveniently located on Gaya Street, with plenty of food options nearby and not far from Suria, Jesselton Ferry, and the night markets. Sure, you can grab a ride, but it’s only a 10-15 minute walk.
    Guest review by
    Stephenie
    Malaysia

  • A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

    Kota Kinabalu
    From £51 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews
    It's an excellent hotel will 5 star service. The staffs was so very helpful and I totally like this place. I am defiantly coming back. Thats for sure.
    Guest review by
    Capt Kumaran
    Malaysia

  • CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

    Kota Kinabalu
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 602 reviews
    Room very comfortable, feel like 5 star hotel.
    Guest review by
    Thiam Seng
    Malaysia

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