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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Fantastic dinner and breakfast, beautiful property, super clean "
The price is P6,960
P7,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Seaview Capsule Hotel
View from property

Seaview Capsule Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (24)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
Seaview Capsule Hotel
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Very convenient and the view at 9th floor was beautiful."
The price is P7,494
P8,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
CJ Residence
1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

CJ Residence

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"We had a very lovely stay, staff was very kind and welcoming. Room was clean, amenities provided. Comfortable room with everything you need. Would definitely stay again! "
The price is P1,866
P2,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
CJ Residence
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37)
"Excellent service, great location, Excellent breakfast. "
The price is P4,328
P4,808 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Hotel Eden54
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Eden54

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322)
"A strategic place where you can easily access to jetty Jesselton and restaurants "
The price is P1,502
P1,906 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Hotel Eden54
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Lobby

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (957)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
The price is P6,732
P7,404 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (191)
"Good location"
The price is P4,845
P6,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Lovely staff, beautiful location and comfortable, clean room"
The price is P12,339
P13,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Qlio Hotel
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Qlio Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (53)
"staff is friendry and couteous . next time i choice this hotel. "
Qlio Hotel
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Lobby lounge

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (130)
"Gym is insane for a hotel. Super clean and chic in design."
The price is P6,711
P7,382 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (592)
"Excellent five star hotel. "
The price is P8,418
P9,225 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (77)
"Car park gelap & berair , paip air buang bocor"
The price is P3,981
P4,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
KK Times Square Hotel
Exterior

KK Times Square Hotel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (163)
"The room was not as expected. I read great reviews but sadly, we were unlucky. The room was so dusty, not clean. The deluxe king seems like a deluxe queen. Our room electricty keeps tripping. For a deluxe king, the room is small, i think we were given the wrong room coz we requested differently. The only great thing about it is it is walking distance to Imago. "
KK Times Square Hotel
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
View from room

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (189)
"It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool. "
The price is P9,689
P10,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
The Jesselton Hotel
Terrace/patio

The Jesselton Hotel

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (459)
"Excellent hotel"
The Jesselton Hotel
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"Another fantastic stay at this hotel. So friendly and everything very modern. A great place to stay in KK"
The price is P4,063
P4,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Jesselton Quay Citypads
Outdoor pool

Jesselton Quay Citypads

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6)
"The unit needs to maintain better and the aircons has to be cleaned on routinely basis. The aircons are full of dust. The windows locks need to change and some are defective. Can be improved overall"
The price is P5,179
P6,595 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 3 - Jul 4
Jesselton Quay Citypads
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great location and friendly staff "
The price is P6,555
P7,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Api-Api Guest House
Dining

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (18)
"Nil"
Api-Api Guest House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru map

Tanjung Aru

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Karambunai map

Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

Kota Kinabalu which includes a coastal town, island views and tropical scenes
Kampung Air map

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

Alamesra map

Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Kota Kinabalu City Mosque.

Kepayan map

Kepayan

Kepayan might not have many top sights, but Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah State Mosque are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Be sure to check out Anjung Samudera and Centre Point while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighborhood include CJ Residence and The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 284 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 "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Anjung Samudera, Centre Point, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Warisan Square, and Local Fruits Market. While you're out sightseeing, Anjung Kinabalu and Kompleks Asia City are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.