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

1. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Canada
HEIDI
P5,387
P5,971 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.
A beachside bar with outdoor seating, palm trees, and string lights.
A beach scene with a table and chairs, a fire, and a sunset.

2. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
United States
sean
P8,903
P9,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Italy
Davide
P5,679
P6,287 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.
A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
P8,780
P10,514 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
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.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a balcony area with outdoor seating.

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
MRS
P7,445
P8,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
A modern interior with a curved seating arrangement, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a busy street.
A modern interior with a bar area, a grid-like window design, and a sign reading "SAKURA".

6. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Mark
P7,046
P7,763 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.
An open-plan lounge area with wooden flooring and seating, overlooking a body of water and greenery.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.

7. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
P14,227
P15,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Gayana Marine Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
P6,278
P6,934 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.

9. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Paula
P5,035
P5,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the ocean and mountains.
A beach with lounge chairs facing the ocean, palm trees, and distant islands.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

10. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P5,955
P6,585 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.
A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a bench, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

11. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
P18,164
P20,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

12. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Bethany
P9,238
P10,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the mountains, a ceiling fan, and a television.
A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.
A beach with white lounge chairs, white umbrellas, and a clear view of the water and distant mountains.

13. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
Japan
Hiroshi
P16,578
P27,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Gaya Island Resort
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Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"
Michaela 4-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Try not get be placed on low floors... love the big room but its way too close to ground floor pool people can see ur room"
HEIDI 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"Very helpful staff good location"
MRS 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasnโ€™t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "
Mark 2-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
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