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Recommended hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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Signature Inn

Signature Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Great location, 24/7 security that let ut in at night. Simple room but perfect for exploring the city."
Norway
Halvor
The price is P1,121
P1,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Signature Inn
Outdoor pool

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is P2,511
P2,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (306 reviews)
"Good location and close amenities."
United Kingdom
C
The price is P1,938
P2,436 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Hotel Capital
Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is P1,913
P2,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
CJ Residence
Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

AC Residence

AC Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"Great room and service! "
Denmark
Tonje
The price is P1,913
P2,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
AC Residence
View from room

Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (86 reviews)
"Near market..easy to walk and good place to stay and safety "
Malaysia
Ah teng
The price is P741
P1,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (187 reviews)
"Everything was good and 100% liveable lol. You’ll be good staying here. Trust me. However breakfast is overpriced so please just eat outside 😭🙏"
United States
Geremy
The price is P2,082
P2,398 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 1 - Apr 2
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, soundproofing

HOTEL BUNDUSAN

HOTEL BUNDUSAN
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is P2,361
P2,700 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
HOTEL BUNDUSAN
Interior

Oikos Poshtel

Oikos Poshtel
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (14 reviews)
"Booke dthe family room for a friend and I. Had a great bathroom.very modern, a window, very comfy and cute. Would def stay again. Great value ad X rs from shopping centre and a top massage centre (Siam) in the same building)."
Australia
Larissa
Oikos Poshtel
Reception

Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (89 reviews)
"Ok hotel for staying the night. For the price, it's worth it."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveler
Hotel DeLeeton
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Kivana Suite by Ayuhouz

Kivana Suite by Ayuhouz
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"I booked this hotel for my sister while she was visiting our mum at the hospital, which is just a 3-minute walk away. It’s also within easy walking distance to nearby cafés and restaurants. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the rooms are very clean and neat. The only small issue was that there was no soap for the shower, but that was easily fixed. Overall, it’s a great place to stay."
Australia
Jurina
The price is P1,891
P2,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Kivana Suite by Ayuhouz
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The MAJULAN Hotel

The MAJULAN Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is P2,827
P3,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
The MAJULAN Hotel
Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (24 reviews)
"Good place and very clean"
Malaysia
chien yong
The price is P1,868
P2,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
K Hotel
Property entrance

Wah May Hotel

Wah May Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (5 reviews)
"A RECOMMENDED HOTEL THAT THAT IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED, CLEAN AND OFFERS VERY GOOD ACCOMMODATION IN ONE OF THE TOP LOCATIONS IN KOTA KINABALU...THE STAFF AND THE MANAGEMENT IS GENUINELY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL...THE HOTEL IS LOCATED NEXT TO SEVERAL OLDER MALLS (WISMA MERDEKA AND THE KK MALL) AND THE NEW SARIAH SABAH MALL...THE FARMERS MARKET AND GAYA STREET ARE JUST A COUPLE OF HUNDRED METERS AWAY...LOTS OF GREAT RESTAURANT CHOICES NEARBY...HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!"
United States
JIM
Wah May Hotel
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (192 reviews)
"Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price."
United States
Chor Seng
The price is P1,368
P1,764 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Hotel Gaia 95
Front of property

Hotel O Rainfield Inn

Hotel O Rainfield Inn
2.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is P1,216
P1,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Hotel O Rainfield Inn
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Walk In Hotel

Walk In Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (12 reviews)
"Great location as parking is more available on the streets than hotels on the north end of the city"
United States
TEKFOH
Walk In Hotel
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Eden54

Hotel Eden54
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322 reviews)
"A strategic place where you can easily access to jetty Jesselton and restaurants "
Australia
Anonymous traveler
Hotel Eden54
Balcony

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"clean"
Malaysia
Nur Azrin
The price is P2,593
P3,697 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Promenade Service Apartments

Promenade Service Apartments
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.6 out of 10, (457 reviews)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
United Kingdom
Janet
The price is P1,143
P1,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Promenade Service Apartments
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Good "
Mohan 3-night trip
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The Magellan Sutera Resort

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Accommodation
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Lowest Price
P1,024
Highest Price
P3,697

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kota Kinabalu?
If you're not able to find a motel in Kota Kinabalu, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from over 617 lodging options. Simply use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
Motels often have free parking, and many also feature an outdoor pool. Often one or two stories tall, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the parking lot. Starting in the early 1950s, colorful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66.
What are the best motels in Kota Kinabalu?
These are some more economical accommodations to book in Kota Kinabalu. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Hotel
What can I do in Kota Kinabalu?
Take time to check out the marina and shops in this romantic area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Kota Kinabalu like the parks. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, and Sabah Agricultural Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre, and Water World Theme Park. To learn more about local history, take some time at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village.
What's the seasonal weather like in Kota Kinabalu?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Kota Kinabalu to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Kota Kinabalu when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Kota Kinabalu to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) away from the city center. To venture out into the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can learn about your water travel options at the marina.

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