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Situated in Kuching, The Village House is just a 3-minute walk from Santubong Beach and a 7-minute drive from Santubong Mountain and the Sarawak Cultural Village. It houses an outdoor pool and offers free WiFi in its public areas. The whole place was well put together and comfortable. Many areas to relax and work (remotely). There was also an air conditioned room when it got too hot in the afternoon.

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9.1
Superb
323 reviews
Price from
US$33
per night

Each room is thoughtfully designed for comfort and style, featuring modern amenities such as air-conditioning, flat-screen TV, high-speed WiFi, and elegant en suite bathrooms with walk-in showers and premium toiletries. Select rooms boast stunning views of South China Sea or Mount Kinabalu – ideal for waking up to Sabah natural’s beauty. They served the fresh breakfast. I was happy to wake up in the morning.

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8.2
Very good
1,216 reviews
Price from
US$65
per night

Boasting an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Imperial Hotel Kuching is strategically located next to Boulevard Shopping Mall. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas and free private parking is provided for guests who drive. Very clean rooms, good service, excellent breakfast and nice and close to airport and town centre. 👍 😊

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8.5
Very good
1,092 reviews
Price from
US$55
per night

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.

The air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV which includes Chinese channels and an electric kettle. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Very good service. Very helpful staff. Nice hotel.

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8.1
Very good
1,510 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

Featuring 2 dining options and an infinity pool at the rooftop, C'haya Hotel offers modern guest rooms in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Tanjung Aru Beach is 1.5 km from the property. Very clean, convenient, comfortable, safe and the staff are very friendly and welcoming.

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8.2
Very good
1,877 reviews
Price from
US$52
per night

Located in the Kota Kinabalu city centre, Promenade Service Apartment offers air-conditioned units and is 500 metres from Oceanus Waterfront Mall. Guests enjoy free WiFi in the comfort of their rooms.

Featuring some units with city view and all rooms are non smoking. Location, price. Room size. Fridge, tea and coffee. My expectations were exceeded.

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8.1
Very good
2,307 reviews
Price from
US$37
per night

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool, Horizon Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu. The property is a 5-minute walk to Gaya Street and offers elegant, air-conditioned guest rooms . Free WiFi is accessible throughout and free parking is provided. Everything was wonderful! The room was spacious, cozy, and felt like home. The staff were so kind and helpful—I always had lots of questions, and they answered everything with a smile. Breakfast was very good, with so many tasty options to choose from. I stayed for five days as a solo traveler and felt completely safe and comfortable the whole time. I truly miss the place already and would love to come back again!

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8.4
Very good
1,801 reviews
Price from
US$78
per night

Located in the historical heart of Kuching, Abell Hotel offers accommodations in Sarawak. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. The location is great! Very convenient as nearby Waterfront. Lots of restaurants nearby are easy to find food and beverages.

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8
Very good
1,054 reviews
Price from
US$39
per night

Featuring direct access to the 1Borneo Hypermall, The Klagan Regency offers modern air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property boasts an outdoor rooftop pool and a restaurant.

Every room is equipped with a minibar and a flat-screen TV, while the en suite bathroom includes a shower and a hairdryer. Some rooms offer mountain or city view. excellent breakfast and service

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8.4
Very good
1,683 reviews
Price from
US$51
per night

Surrounded by landscaped gardens and spacious outdoor pools, The Magellan Sutera Resort features tastefully decorated guest rooms and suites in Kota Kinabalu. This luxury resort is a short distance away from Sutera Harbour Marina and Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas and free parking is provided for guests who drive. room smell nice, the aircond is very good not too cold and hot

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8.3
Very good
1,245 reviews
Price from
US$200
per night

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