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Recommended hotels in Kota Kinabalu

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

1. 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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (240 reviews)
"The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent."
Japan
Genya
The price is P3,245
P4,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

2. 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 P4,921
P5,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

3. 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 P5,690
P6,299 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

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 P12,611
P15,034 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

5. 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 P5,397
P5,982 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

6. 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 P16,609
P27,349 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Gaya Island Resort
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
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 P4,053
P4,377 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

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 P6,444
P7,113 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

9. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (158 reviews)
"Good value, clean, convenient location."
United States
Raul Miguel
The price is P5,044
P5,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

10. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is P4,306
P4,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.

11. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
The price is P3,050
P3,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
The Klagan Hotel
A terrace with tables and chairs overlooking a body of water and a distant island.

12. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (213 reviews)
"Hotel staff and facilities were excellent. The breakfast buffet was phenomenal—wonderful, personalized service from Encik Fauzi and the rest of the team and a wide selection of food options, including many local favorites!"
United States
Paul
The price is P7,997
P8,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

13. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (603 reviews)
"Facilities a bit aged but clean room with nice club lounge room. Comfortable bed and good breakfast spread of local cruisine."
Singapore
Shih Chung
The price is P5,062
P5,621 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.

14. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was super clean and the staff do their jobs amazingly 24/7"
United States
sean
The price is P8,920
P9,787 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a bathtub, a large window with a view, and a wooden interior.

15. Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (954 reviews)
"Great location."
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is P4,061
P4,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Horizon Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

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

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is P1,716
P2,007 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

17. 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 P9,256
P10,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".

18. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (252 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is P2,575
P2,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Mandarin Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

19. Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Helpful staff that let me check in early :)"
Australia
Brittany
The price is P1,408
P1,815 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Hotel Gaia 95
A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.

20. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (735 reviews)
"The pool is a nice addition after a long day of excursions."
Canada
Kian Yung
The price is P3,609
P4,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."
Carolyn 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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Kota Kinabalu B&B information

Number of reviews
7,494
Accommodation
1 B&B
Lowest Price
P1,815
Highest Price
P27,349

Frequently asked questions

Searching for B&Bs in Kota Kinabalu?
If you're looking for something a little different than your standard hotel experience, a stay at a bed and breakfast could be the perfect alternative for your trip. While you're enjoying your trip to Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park are perfect spots to get in some fresh air and greenery.
Are you thinking about a B&B instead of a traditional hotel?
Every B&B has its own unique feel. Whether it's a comfy common area with a fireplace or a sunlit breakfast nook to enjoy your morning cup of coffee, the quaint details are what make bed and breakfasts a home away from home.
What are the best bed and breakfasts in Kota Kinabalu?
Check out this B&B in the area: Curve 56: 10 rooms. 12.4 mi (19.9 km) from the heart of Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy the free buffet breakfast and private beach.
When should I book my B&B in Kota Kinabalu?
When you're planning your escape to Kota Kinabalu, year-round temperatures and rainfall may be important factors to consider. The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What is there to do in Kota Kinabalu?
Travelers enjoy Kota Kinabalu for its beautiful island views and major shopping area. When you want to explore some cultural attractions on your trip, Sabah State Museum and Mari Mari Cultural Village are worthy sites to check out. You might put Centre Point and KK Plaza on your list if you want to see more of the area.
How can I get to and around Kota Kinabalu?
You can plan your excursions in and around Kota Kinabalu ahead of time with these transportation options. Fly into Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) from the heart of the city. To explore the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can explore your water travel options at the marina.

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