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A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

A hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

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

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

1. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Shih Chung

P5,085

P5,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a "No Smoking" sign, and a window with curtains.

The facade of Masanang Tours & Travel SDN BHD with a red door and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a glass shower, and a small sitting area.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a clear view of the entrance.

2. Promenade Service Apartments

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Janet

P1,119

P1,363 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A multi-story hotel with a large billboard, a busy street with cars, and a view of the sea.

A playground with swings and a red metal frame, surrounded by a paved area with a low fence.

A high-rise building with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a busy street.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

3. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Anonymous traveler

P3,420

P4,191 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a television on a wooden cabinet.

A swimming pool with tiled edges and steps leading into the water, surrounded by a building with balconies and a sign for a sushi restaurant.

A spacious living area with a curved staircase, a large gray sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with a view, a bedside table, and a headboard.

4. 1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Eileen

P3,826

P4,670 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

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 office space with a reception desk, computers, and a glass partition.

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

5. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kanai

P2,587

P2,948 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

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

Two pairs of grey socks in plastic packaging on a tan leather surface.

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

6. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Scott

P1,724

P2,016 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

7. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Genya

P3,538

P4,633 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

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

A hotel room with a white desk, a coffee maker, a water bottle, and a tray with cups and a bag of snacks.

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

8. Hotel Capital

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Sofía

P1,619

P2,064 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.

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.

A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.

9. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Linda JUNE

P16,035

P19,076 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

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.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

10. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Ines

P5,453

P6,044 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A modern lounge with a city view, multiple seating areas, and a large screen displaying a presentation.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of greenery through the window.

A hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

11. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

scott

P2,099

P2,479 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.

A window with sheer curtains, a view of a body of water, and a distant hill.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several receptionists, and a large potted plant.

12. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

John

P2,626

P3,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, a desk with a lamp, and a chair.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a large window with curtains, a seating area with a sofa, and decorative fans on the wall.

A multi-story hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent sign.

A conference room with multiple round tables and chairs, a whiteboard, and artwork on the walls.

13. Palette Kota Kinabalu Near by Imago Shopping Mall Formerly Zara's Boutique Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

SYED NASIRIN BIN SYED ZAINOL ABIDIN

P1,446

P1,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "DREAMTEL DREAVITA."

A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including fruits and covered dishes.

14. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Anonymous traveler

P1,571

P2,008 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 11 - Sep 12

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.

Two white towels with embroidered text and decorative flowers.

15. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Zhen

P1,725

P2,018 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A swimming pool with a sunset view, modern buildings, and palm trees.

A multi-level atrium with a grand staircase, large columns, and a spacious lobby area.

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

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a large decorative light fixture, and a view of the kitchen area.

16. Sabah Oriental Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Mohammad Rizdun Bin

P2,146

P2,472 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

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

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

A hotel entrance with a sign reading "GAIA95".

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

17. Hotel Gaia 95

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Brittany

P1,414

P1,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A reception desk at Hotel de Leeton with a sign indicating the reception area.

A hotel entrance with a 'No Smoking' sign, a 'Hotel deFeet' sign, and a 'Please make deliveries to side door' sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a small table with a lamp.

A conference room with rows of tables and chairs, a projector screen, and wooden cabinets.

18. Hotel DeLeeton

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Anonymous traveler

P1,457

P1,729 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a view of the city skyline.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter area, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel building with a glass facade, a white van parked in front, and a car parked to the side.

A hotel room with two beds, a round mirror, and a wall with a wave design.

19. Oceania Hotel

Kota Kinabalu

SYED NASIRIN

P2,849

P3,232 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 6 - Sep 7

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 terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

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.

20. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Davide

P5,716

P6,328 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

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A coastal cityscape with a mix of modern and traditional buildings, a dense urban area, and a large body of water with boats.

Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great locations and tidy facilities"

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"

Hotel Capital

10/10 Excellent

"I LOVE TO STAY WITH THIS HOTEL. VERY CONVENIENCE. NEAR TO TAMU GAYA WHICH ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE TO GO THERE. SURROUNDING WITH NEAR SUPERMARKET AND MALL. . EVERY TIME TO KK, WE WILL STAY TO THIS HOTEL. 5 STAR TO STAY HERE"

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"위치적으로 매우 훌륭합니다. 가야스트릿과 DBKK선착장까지의 접근성이 좋고 주변에 식사가기도 좋고 관광지와의 거리도 매우 좋습니다."

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."

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."

Gayana Marine Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in the room which had a private pool. It had a very nice view. Staffs are very nice. Great food. We were the first customers enjoyed the special local produced three course meal. Fantastic!"

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 wasn’t great"

More cheap stays in Api-api Centre

Signature Inn

43, Jl. Pantai, Pusat Bandar Kota Kinabalu Sabah

P973

P1,205 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)

Warisan Hotel

WARISAN SQUARE, 88100, Kota Kinabalu SABAH

P1,133

P1,378 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

includes taxes & fees

6.6/10 (11 reviews)

1 City Hotel

Lot 1, Block B, Ground Floor Kota Kinabalu Sabah

P1,206

P1,577 total

Sep 5 - Sep 6

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (38 reviews)

Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

kota kinabalu times square Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu

P2,252

P2,587 total

Sep 22 - Sep 23

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)

KK Times Square Hotel

C-16-G, Signature Office Kota Kinabalu Sabah

P2,311

P2,651 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (166 reviews)

Mandarin Hotel

No 136 & 138 Kota Kinabalu Sabah

P2,587

P2,948 total

Sep 29 - Sep 30

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Api-api Centre?

Based on our traveler data, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Two other options for your visit to the area are Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Api-api Centre.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Api-api Centre has to offer?

Hotel O Green Leaf Guest Lodge Kk: This vacation home rental outside Api-api Centre has air-conditioning and cable TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. See all vacation rentals in Api-api Centre.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Api-api Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Api-api Centre.

What are some accommodations with pools in Api-api Centre?

Tang Dynasty Hotel is a top hotel with a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and in-room LED TVs. View all hotels with pools in Api-api Centre.

How is it to stay in Api-api Centre?

Budget-minded travelers will find good deals in Api-api Centre, and many visitors are sure to appreciate the shopping, restaurants, and seaside. Tourists can also enjoy the city's cafes, bars, and local tours. In Api-api Centre, there are 26 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Api-api Centre.

What should I do while I'm visiting Api-api Centre?

Places to visit in the wider area include Centre Point, Imago Shopping Mall, and Kompleks Karamunsing. You'll also find Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Api-api Centre guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Api-api Centre?

The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Api-api Centre are January, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.

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Our top choices for Api-api Centre hotels

1. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

2. Promenade Service Apartments

3. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

4. 1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

5. Mandarin Hotel

6. CJ Residence

7. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

8. Hotel Capital

9. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

10. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

11. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

12. The Klagan Hotel

13. Palette Kota Kinabalu Near by Imago Shopping Mall Formerly Zara's Boutique Hotel

14. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

15. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

16. Sabah Oriental Hotel

17. Hotel Gaia 95

18. Hotel DeLeeton

19. Oceania Hotel

20. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Learn more about Api-api Centre

Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Hotel Capital

Grandis Hotel

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Gayana Marine Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

More cheap stays in Api-api Centre

Signature Inn

Warisan Hotel

1 City Hotel

Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

KK Times Square Hotel

Mandarin Hotel

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