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 street with a prominent entrance sign for Kota Kinabalu, surrounded by palm trees and parked cars.
A mosque with a large dome and minarets, reflecting in a calm body of water.
A cityscape with a prominent building labeled 'GAYA CENTRE', a modern glass building, and a view of the ocean.

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A coastal cityscape with a sunset over the sea, featuring dense urban buildings and a clear sky.

Imago Shopping Mall

8.6/10 (662 reviews)
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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Things to do

Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

P1,437
per traveler
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Sabah: Mangrove Fireflies, and Sky Mirror Dream Beach Tour

Sabah: Mangrove Fireflies, and Sky Mirror Dream Beach Tour

P4,374
per adult
Sabah: Mangrove Fireflies, and Sky Mirror Dream Beach Tour
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping at Sapi & Manukan

P3,968
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping at Sapi & Manukan
Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

P3,359
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran Snorkeling, Paddlebord, Kayak with Meal

Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran Snorkeling, Paddlebord, Kayak with Meal

P4,374
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Catamaran Snorkeling, Paddlebord, Kayak with Meal
Monsopiad Cultural Village

Monsopiad Cultural Village Visit with Private Transfer from Kota Kinabalu

P3,181
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monsopiad Cultural Village Visit with Private Transfer from Kota Kinabalu
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Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

3 out of 5
Suria Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is P3,153 per night from Dec 13 to Dec 14
P3,153
P3,876 total
Dec 13 - Dec 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel 7 Suria
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is P5,742 per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
P5,742
P6,356 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed for our honeymoon staff where attentive and made special arrangements for us. Also very good location and nice room with great view"

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 out of 5
Lot 2-5, Block A, Sutera Avenue, Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundable
The price is P3,849 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
P3,849
P4,312 total
Nov 25 - Nov 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Sutera ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
"Centrally located hotel with an on site steak house that has great food. Convenience stores downstairs, beautifully decorated rooms with gorgeous bathroom - brass fixtures stunning. Rooms are new"

Reviewed on Nov 7, 2026

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is P4,772 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
P4,772
P5,309 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is P8,160 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
P8,160
P8,968 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is P6,564 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
P6,564
P7,245 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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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.

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.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu