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Top Cities in Sabah

A calm sea with a boat anchored near a small island.
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Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu
A coastal city with a marina, buildings, and a well-maintained park.
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Our top choices for Sabah cheap hotels

2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

1. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel bello"
Italy
Davide
The price is P5,664
P6,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

2. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"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."
United Kingdom
Kingsley
The price is P5,513
P6,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Reception

3. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (334 reviews)
"Room is very noisy Everything else was great Amazing breakfast and amazing staff "
Canada
Farzad
The price is P3,650
P4,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Terrace/patio

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is P12,812
P15,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

5. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was super clean and the staff do their jobs amazingly 24/7"
United States
sean
The price is P8,878
P9,741 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
4 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

6. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff, good breakfast."
Canada
XIAO HUI
The price is P4,898
P5,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

7. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is P9,213
P10,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (620 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
The price is P6,261
P6,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

9. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (450 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
The price is P16,531
P27,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Gaya Island Resort
2 outdoor pools

10. Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
4.0 star property
Karambunai
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (359 reviews)
"The Borneo Beach Villa is an incredible value! The South China Sea is beautiful, clear and clean!! The villa is as pictured though with some wear and tear - though still lovely and spacious. We stayed in a unit with its own pool that was on the beach.The staff was very responsive. I would recommend renting a car if you are not too intimidated by driving on the left."
United States
Renee
The price is P2,677
P2,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 25 - Sep 26
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
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Top Sabah Hotel Reviews

Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan

10/10 Excellent
"An exceptional four-star hotel that truly exceeded my expectations. The service is outstanding from start to finish. The staff at reception, as well as the team in the breakfast area, are exceptionally professional, attentive, and welcoming. The entire hotel is impeccably clean, beautifully maintained, and clearly cared for to a very high standard. The breakfast selection is impressive, with a wide variety of fresh and delicious dishes to suit every taste. The food is continuously replenished, so everything remains fresh and beautifully presented. There is something for everyone. The restaurant by the pool is also highly recommended. Both lunch and dinner were delicious, with excellent food and a lovely atmosphere. The pool area is very well maintained, with clean towels always available and the floors being cleaned regularly throughout the day. This was my second stay at the hotel, and once again, I was very pleased with the overall experience. I will definitely be returning again in the future.A wonderful place to stay with excellent service, cleanliness, and attention to detail. Highly recommended!"
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Ormond Sandakan

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