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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, (1,000 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 P10,066
P12,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
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 P5,250
P5,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A balcony with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a sunset with clouds.

3. 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 P2,229
P2,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

4. 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, (164 reviews)
"Very helpful and accommodating staff, lovely rooms and breakfast."
United States
Paula
The price is P3,852
P4,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with stools, and a large window with curtains.

5. 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 P2,836
P3,218 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a large window offering a city view.

6. 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 P1,746
P2,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
K Hotel
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, (38 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 P3,666
P4,114 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
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 P1,936
P2,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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, (256 reviews)
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Canada
Catherine
The price is P2,998
P3,994 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
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 P2,045
P2,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
D Arc Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

11. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Kampung Air, 5.7 km from Kepayan
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Very nice room. Excellent breakfast one of the best we've ever had in a hotel"
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is P4,457
P4,813 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Hilton 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, (1,000 reviews)
"It was really a pleasant stay and the view was so beautiful. Our charity golf was well organised there."
Singapore
JUNKYU
The price is P9,349
P10,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A multi-level atrium with balconies, a central open space, and a long table.

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 P1,637
P1,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Megah D'Aru Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

14. 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 P1,751
P2,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A marble staircase with black railings leading to a mural of a mountain landscape.

15. The MAJULAN Hotel

The MAJULAN Hotel
2.5 star property
3.1 km from Kepayan
The price is P4,209
P4,701 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The MAJULAN Hotel
A modern building with a prominent 'Monocolo' sign, featuring a staircase leading to the entrance and a well-lit facade.

16. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

Monocolo Boutique Hotel
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Kepayan
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (10 reviews)
"Great stay,helpful staff, nice room"
United Kingdom
Thomas
The price is P3,156
P3,564 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Monocolo Boutique Hotel
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

17. 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, (84 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is P4,349
P4,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

18. 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 P4,777
P5,314 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Hyatt Regency 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 P2,506
P3,701 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
La.mer Butik Hotel
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

20. Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
10.8 km from Kepayan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Our state was very nice. No problems. Just to be aware that this is not the touristy part of town. With no offense meant, we were the only white couple. We saw the whole time in this area. Everyone was smiling and friendly. No problem whatsoever with the locals they were very welcoming!"
Singapore
Randy
The price is P2,244
P2,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Grand InHotel Kota 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
1,000 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
38 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
164 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
View
A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a large window offering a city view.
K Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
29 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

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"nice,will stay again insyaAllah"
Mohd Hafizuddin 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

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.