Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.
A clock tower with two faces, surrounded by greenery and a white fence.
A mountain with a large cloud of smoke or dust rising from its peak.
A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
A street with a prominent entrance sign for Kota Kinabalu, surrounded by palm trees and parked cars.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is P6,829 per night from Sep 17 to Sep 18
P6,829
P7,528 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is P5,773 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P5,773
P6,387 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is P5,640 per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
P5,640
P6,244 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great location Amazing views Amazing. Breakfast"

Reviewed on Aug 21, 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is P3,415 per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
P3,415
P4,481 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Warisan Hotel

Warisan Hotel

2 out of 5
WARISAN SQUARE, 88100, Kota Kinabalu SABAH
The price is P1,121 per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
P1,121
P1,363 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Warisan Square and Centre Point are located ...
6.2/10 (12 reviews)
"Location wise, it’s convenient for shopping, food and walking distance. It’s okay, toilet seat is really old and got stains on it, sheets got stains and no rugs in the bathroom."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Warisan Hotel
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is P5,381 per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
P5,381
P5,964 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Room was clean and cosy. Staff very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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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

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.

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.

Karambunai

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

Alamesra

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

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.



Downtown Kota Kinabalu