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

1. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru, 4.4 km from Kepayan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 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 P10,179
P12,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.

2. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 4.7 km from Kepayan
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (999 reviews)
"We love the place Very nice lication"
United Kingdom
Antonette
The price is P5,309
P5,891 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with stools, and a large window with curtains.

3. The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz

The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru, 3.5 km from Kepayan
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (40 reviews)
"Excellent stay! Clean, comfortable room, very friendly and helpful staff, and a great location. Everything was perfect – highly recommended, would definitely stay here again!"
United Kingdom
Krisztina Rahel
The price is P2,867
P3,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
A balcony with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a sunset with clouds.

4. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
4.1 km from Kepayan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (205 reviews)
"The complimentary airport shuttle (one-way only) was very useful along with the breakfast buffet. Definitely worth staying if you do not want to go island hopping or to the city centre"
Australia
Velmor
The price is P2,340
P2,685 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a large window offering a city view.

5. K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
1.2 km from Kepayan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Good to short stay"
Japan
Yu
The price is P1,766
P2,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
K Hotel
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

6. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 4.7 km from Kepayan
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Very helpful and accommodating staff, lovely rooms and breakfast."
United States
Paula
The price is P4,202
P4,695 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

7. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 5.2 km from Kepayan
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"The Regis was perfect for our 3 night stay in KK. Virtual front desk through WhatsApp was very responsive to all inquiries and the on site staff was extremely helpful. The location next to the Imago Mall was also quite convenient for anything we need plus ehailing to different spots in KK."
United States
Heidi
The price is P3,460
P3,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
An elevator with a metallic finish, a wall-mounted emergency phone, and a trash bin.

8. Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz

Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz
3.5 star property
3.8 km from Kepayan
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with lovely staff, there's an Orange store (very similar to 7 11) , an Indian restaurant and a cafe all in the vicinity. The only negative is the location as you'll have to take a Grab to travel around Kota Kinabalu."
United Kingdom
Adnan
The price is P1,778
P2,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

9. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 5.6 km from Kepayan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (253 reviews)
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Canada
Catherine
The price is P3,095
P4,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, framed certificates on the wall, and potted plants.

10. D Arc Hotel

D Arc Hotel
3.0 star property
4.4 km from Kepayan
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Convenient restaurants/shops nearby and entertainment at the hotel bar."
United States
Amir
The price is P2,068
P2,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
D Arc Hotel
A modern lobby with a curved seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

11. Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
4.5 km from Kepayan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (239 reviews)
"Quiet and room is spacious "
Malaysia
Ooi
The price is P2,520
P2,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

12. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 5.1 km from Kepayan
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is P9,454
P10,368 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Spa

13. Megah D'Aru Hotel

Megah D'Aru Hotel
3.0 star property
Tanjung Aru, 3.5 km from Kepayan
7.0 out of 10, Good, (92 reviews)
"歯ブラシは置いてほしいです 空港から近いのはいいですね！ スッタッフは親切でした"
Japan
Anonymous traveler
The price is P1,656
P1,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Megah D'Aru Hotel
A marble staircase with black railings leading to a mural of a mountain landscape.

14. The MAJULAN Hotel

The MAJULAN Hotel
2.5 star property
3.1 km from Kepayan
The price is P4,256
P4,754 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
The MAJULAN Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

15. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Kampung Air, 5.7 km from Kepayan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice room. Excellent breakfast one of the best we've ever had in a hotel"
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is P4,901
P5,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A staircase leading to a landing with a wall-mounted light fixture and a small table with a vase of flowers.

16. One Hotel Lintas Jaya

One Hotel Lintas Jaya
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Kepayan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Up to standard with the price I paid"
Saudi Arabia
Angie
The price is P1,464
P1,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
One Hotel Lintas Jaya
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

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

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 5.9 km from Kepayan
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is P1,771
P2,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

18. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.5 km from Kepayan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (83 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is P4,398
P4,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant mountains.

19. La.mer Butik Hotel

La.mer Butik Hotel
2.5 star property
8.1 km from Kepayan
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Amazing place. The breakfast downstairs is so good. They need to redo the photos for the apartments as it’s loads better than it looks on the site. Great location. Night food market just outside and a great mall next door. Highly recommend."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is P2,487
P3,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
La.mer Butik Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

20. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.9 km from Kepayan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We thought the staff were wonderful and the hotel was very elegant. The breakfast was especially good."
United States
Kip
The price is P5,367
P5,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
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Compare popular hotels in Kepayan

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
37 reviews
View
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
163 reviews
View
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
8.4
Very good
999 reviews
View
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with stools, and a large window with curtains.
The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
40 reviews
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Where to stay in Kepayan

Find the best Kepayan areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by a cityscape and distant mountains.

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.

An aerial view of a residential area with houses along a river.

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.

A coastal city with a marina, boats, and a large hotel.

Karambunai

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

A mosque with two minarets and a blue dome, reflecting in a calm body of water.

Likas

Likas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in town.

Top Kepayan Hotel Reviews

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Good breakfast and very friendly staff"
Gisela 2-night trip
Posted 20 hours ago
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Kepayan?
You'll be sure to have fun visiting Donggongon's Kepayan neighborhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kepayan, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Kepayan.
What is there to do around this Donggongon neighborhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Kepayan include Petagas War Memorial, Koisaan Cultural Village, and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. While you're out sightseeing in Donggongon, be sure to visit other sights like Lintas Plaza or Sabah Art Gallery.