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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu family-friendly hotels

1. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
  • Splash into a paradise of aquatic fun where private beaches and waterpark adventures make this seaside resort a family dream come true.
P14,573
P17,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

2. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Family-friendly paradise by the sea offers a relaxing pool, luxurious spa, and endless activities for kids of all ages.
P5,651
P6,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Experience family bliss at this Kota Kinabalu hotel where little ones splash in their own pool while parents unwind poolside.
P5,249
P5,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

4. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu
P2,130
P2,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

5. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P3,673
P4,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

6. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Family-friendly beachside resort with three pools, waterslide, and kids club makes vacation memories effortless.
P24,550
P26,662 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

7. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Family wonderland on the coast—explore kids' pools, luxury amenities, and friendly staff at Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.
P5,907
P6,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

8. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Explore kota kinabalu's family adventures—5-minute drive to parks, markets, and shopping malls.
P1,815
P2,290 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

9. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
  • Fun-filled family paradise with a private beach, waterslide, and golf course awaits at this resort with outdoor pools.
P9,071
P9,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

10. Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
Kota Kinabalu
  • Playful amenities at vibrant Kota Kinabalu hotel cater to families with complimentary cribs and easy access to attractions nearby.
P3,045
P3,437 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
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All-inclusive
4 stars
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Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P5,651
P6,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
P9,071
P9,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P5,249
P5,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P5,907
P6,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P6,082
P6,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
P18,128
P19,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
P16,060
P26,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Gaya Island Resort

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P3,673
P4,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P4,164
P4,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P4,216
P4,976 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Horizon Hotel
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P5,651
P6,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P5,249
P5,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
P9,071
P9,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P5,907
P6,528 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P6,082
P6,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P4,164
P4,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P3,673
P4,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
P18,128
P19,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
P16,060
P26,445 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Gaya Island Resort

The Shore Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu

The Shore Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
P2,447
P2,792 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
The Shore Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel location is fantastic. We had a sea facing room and had a wonderful view of the ocean and mountains in the background, as well as fishing boats. The gym is also well equipped - multiple stationary bikes, treadmills, exercise machines. The only down side is that there is a strong odor of cigarettes in there all the time. May be due to bad air circulation in that room. There is also a nice outdoor pool. The breakfast buffet was very good, with lots of local and western choices. Hotel staff are wonderful, very helpful, polite and customer focused."
Merkna 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel for the price. Clean and staff were very welcoming. Plus, a great area with shops and restaurants."
Christopher 5-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Grandis Hotel
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"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."
Kingsley 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

8/10 Good
"Well located with easy access to ferry terminal and main business district. Property needs a little updating and maintenance, but rooms are large, clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and helpful. Plenty of places to eat within easy walking distance."
Nicolas 5-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"The shower alternative tap did not work. And water temperature was either quite hot or cool. Water pressure for showering was low too. But the bidet’s water pressure was super strong! So, taking a shower & using the bidet was quite a challenge. Perhaps it’s time to use more sustainable shower management that feels satisfying yet saving water. Breakfast was adequate, but could improve a little with coffee: offer cold fresh milk instead of milk powder. Might want to consider offering local Sabahan breakfast? Location is excellent- walking distance to convenience stores & restaurants. Room was clean, soundproof, and beds excellent - helps a lot in getting some peaceful sleep. Staff were exceptionally welcoming, friendly and efficient. Keep up the great work!"
SOHAINI 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

10/10 Excellent
"I would say this resort has plenty of activities and amenities which is very convenient. Peaceful resort with a beautiful beach right in front of me. I wish the food selection and taste could be improved."
Madihah 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Frequently asked questions

What's Kota Kinabalu like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of Kota Kinabalu is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids. The snorkeling spots, boating, and island setting are just a few things that make this an attractive vacation spot for families. Fly into Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation in Kota Kinabalu?
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is a resort with free water park access and 2 outdoor pools, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your kid-friendly vacation include Hilton Kota Kinabalu and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.
How many family-friendly hotels will I find in Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 12 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Kota Kinabalu.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Kota Kinabalu?
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's there to see and do with your family in Kota Kinabalu?
Centre Point and KK Plaza are interesting attractions you and your family might enjoy exploring while you are staying in Kota Kinabalu. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Kota Kinabalu Central Market and Gaya Street Sunday Market.
What's the best way for us to get around Kota Kinabalu?
To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. Kota Kinabalu may not have many public transit options to choose from so consider a car rental to maximize your time.

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