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A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

1. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 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 P10,179
P12,168 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice room. Excellent breakfast one of the best we've ever had in a hotel"
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is P4,508
P5,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

3. 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, (254 reviews)
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Canada
Catherine
The price is P3,032
P4,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

4. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was 10 out of 10 breakfast was excellent. The only thing I don’t like is the bar by the pool it’s not necessary. There was a bar on the rooftop."
United States
Fakhruddin
The price is P5,812
P6,434 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern living room with a large window, a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a painting on the wall.

5. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Very comfy room.. good parking facilities.."
Singapore
Yen Ping
The price is P6,077
P6,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

6. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (83 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is P4,374
P4,880 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.

7. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Very helpful staff good location"
United Kingdom
MRS
The price is P6,468
P7,141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

8. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We thought the staff were wonderful and the hotel was very elegant. The breakfast was especially good."
United States
Kip
The price is P4,804
P5,344 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

9. CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"The communication was prompt, accurate, and polite full. Staff assisted by carrying out luggage upstairs, and is happy and polite. The massage chair was an amazing addition to our stay. In the heart of all shops. Will definitely book with them again."
Australia
Kunthea
The price is P1,743
P2,039 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (380 reviews)
"The location was close to many attractions. The hotel gym was very well equipped."
Taiwan
Joshua
The price is P1,598
P1,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.

11. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."
United Kingdom
Eleanor
The price is P8,123
P8,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

12. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (631 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
The price is P5,969
P6,604 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a round wooden table with a spherical lamp, and a potted plant.

13. 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, (163 reviews)
"Very helpful and accommodating staff, lovely rooms and breakfast."
United States
Paula
The price is P3,874
P4,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

14. 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, (100 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is P1,771
P2,070 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

15. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"It was really a pleasant stay and the view was so beautiful. Our charity golf was well organised there."
Singapore
JUNKYU
The price is P9,402
P10,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant mountains.

16. La.mer Butik Hotel

La.mer Butik Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Amazing place. The breakfast downstairs is so good. They need to redo the photos for the apartments as it’s loads better than it looks on the site. Great location. Night food market just outside and a great mall next door. Highly recommend."
United Kingdom
Mark
The price is P2,484
P3,688 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
La.mer Butik Hotel
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

17. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (610 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 P3,625
P4,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several receptionists, and a large potted plant.

18. 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 P2,709
P3,354 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The Klagan Hotel
The exterior of the ICity Hotel with a modern design, large glass windows, and a visible seating area inside.

19. 1 City Hotel

1 City Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (40 reviews)
"Very well situated, beautiful room. Staff is very helpful and welcoming but quite limited in English. TV had only one channel (Chinese). "
Philippines
olivier
The price is P1,218
P1,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
1 City Hotel
A balcony with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a sunset with clouds.

20. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (205 reviews)
"The complimentary airport shuttle (one-way only) was very useful along with the breakfast buffet. Definitely worth staying if you do not want to go island hopping or to the city centre"
Australia
Velmor
The price is P2,324
P2,666 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
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Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
1 Motels
Lowest Price
P1,593
Highest Price
P12,168

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 614 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 Regency Kinabalu - Hotel Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Hotel 7 Suria - Hotel Hyatt Centric 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 Orchid De Villa. 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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