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CJ Residence

CJ Residence

2.5 out of 5
#4, 2nd Floor, Block J, Sinsuran Shopping Complex, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is P945 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
4.9/5Exceptional! (7 reviews)

"Everything was okay. Good stay here for two night 😊"…"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2020

CJ Residence
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P2,053 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
3.9/5Good! (440 reviews)

"convince location, clean and good for business traveler"…"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2020

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4 out of 5
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P1,750 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
3.9/5Good! (557 reviews)

"It's located at the central region of the city and walking distance to most tourists places. Hotel is clean and the staffs are all kind and friendly"…"

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2020

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Free Cancellation
The price is P3,499 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
4.1/5Very Good! (999 reviews)

"This hotel have beautiful ocean view,is close to shopping center and eateries...Staff are friendly and helpful..."…"

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2020

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

Suria, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P848 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
4.2/5Very Good! (10 reviews)
Nice clean hotel

"Nice clean hotel. Within the Suria shopping mall. Love it & great service."…"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2020

Hotel 7 Suria
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P2,916 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
4.3/5Excellent! (998 reviews)

"spacious room with strategic hotel location in the heart of Kota Kinabalu."…"

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2020

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

4 out of 5
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P1,523 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
3.7/5Good! (727 reviews)

"Nice hotel,love the hotel, great service, clean room.."…"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2020

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

3 out of 5
N0.1,Jalan Singgah Mata1,Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P1,260 per night from 3 Oct to 4 Oct
3.7/5Good! (698 reviews)

"The hotel is clean and bed is comfy. There are many amenities nearby like seafood restaurants, eateries, pharmacies, shopping malls. Will definitely come back again!"…"

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2020

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

3.5 out of 5
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P2,100 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
3.9/5Very Good! (104 reviews)
Just to kill d time

"Amazing there is a microwave oven to warm cool food..n soft pillow n comfort bed."…"

Reviewed on Feb 29, 2020

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
Hotel Eden54

Hotel Eden54

2.5 out of 5
54, Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free Cancellation
The price is P982 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
4.2/5Excellent! (309 reviews)

"Reception on 1st floor. Staff very helpful .Good location close to Jesselton Pier. Wifi ok. Good lounge commun area which included kitchenette and fridge.Clean. They arebuilding a new consffuctio n at the back so noisy from 7.00am on wdek days."…"

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2020

Hotel Eden54
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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Travelers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighborhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants, and major shopping area. Experience the best of Downtown Kota Kinabalu with a visit to Imago Shopping Mall, Centre Point, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Signel Hostel is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This property is a short 3-minute walk from Centre Point, and it offers free breakfast and free WiFi. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Hotel Gaia 95 and Hotel Eden54.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 241 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you’ll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on “Search”, then you can use the “free cancellation” filter to view the best deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.
What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?
Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Imago Shopping Mall, Centre Point, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You could also plan a visit to Gaya Street Sunday Market or Suria Sabah Shopping Mall while you’re in the neighborhood. Sutera Harbour and Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal are some favorite places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu. While you’re out sightseeing, Oceanus Waterfront Mall and Anjung Samudera are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.

Recent Reviews in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

    Sabah Oriental Hotel
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    It was great n cheaper…
    A verified traveler stayed at Sabah Oriental Hotel
    Posted 10 months ago
    Sabah Oriental Hotel
    Promenade Service Apartments
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Nice room, so clean, they provide all needed facilities for me. Sortly, i'm satisfied with their service...…
    A verified traveler stayed at Promenade Service Apartments
    Posted 10 months ago
    Promenade Service Apartments
    Hilton Kota Kinabalu
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Staffs were so friendly and professional:) especially the staff at restaurants & bar & gym & pool & door man. The room was spacious s and clean. Nice Breakfast. Nice view from swimming pool and the rooftop bar.…
    A verified traveler from KL stayed at Hilton Kota Kinabalu
    Posted 7 days ago
    Hilton Kota Kinabalu
    The Pacific Sutera Hotel
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Fancy hotel and nice pool, perfect place for my family to stay and enjoy…
    A verified traveler stayed at The Pacific Sutera Hotel
    Posted 10 months ago
    The Pacific Sutera Hotel
    The Jesselton Hotel
    Expedia Verified Review…
    5 / 5
    Very comfortable room. Staff pleasant and helpful. Pity that hotel renovations were proceeding making it somewhat noisy during the day.…
    A verified traveler from Brisbane AUST. stayed at The Jesselton Hotel
    Posted 9 months ago
    The Jesselton Hotel

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