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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, we really enjoyed our stay! The all inclusive was fantastic with premium restaurants included. "
Australia
Jenny
The price is P8,504
P9,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit."
Australia
Shankaran Pillay
The price is P7,733
P8,499 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (988 reviews)
"Very good."
Australia
Yifeng
The price is P7,243
P7,969 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"This is a very fine modern hotel located in the heart of Kota Kinabulu. We particularly appreciated the fact that it was a short walk to the restaurant row on the waterfront which offered outdoor seating and a variety of cuisines."
United States
Benjamin
The price is P6,491
P7,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 31 - Feb 1
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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, (219 reviews)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is P4,035
P5,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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, (147 reviews)
"Spacious and clean. Feel calming from the fragrance of body care products. Good experience with this hotel. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Carol
The price is P4,839
P5,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (197 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is P11,901
P13,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (601 reviews)
"Hotel staff unprofessional "
United Kingdom
Jiarui
The price is P7,082
P7,796 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

The MAJULAN Hotel

The MAJULAN Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is P2,791
P3,162 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
The MAJULAN Hotel

Eminent Hotel

Eminent Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (259 reviews)
"nice staff and clean room"
Canada
Kevin
Eminent Hotel

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)
"Fantastic view, warm welcome from staffs, clean room condition"
United States
Youngsoo
The price is P15,388
P18,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is P1,763
P2,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
CJ Residence

Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge
3.0 star property
Mamutik Island
The price is P6,639
P7,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Mamutik Island Lodge

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (181 reviews)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is P15,422
P17,388 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
Australia
Lisa
The price is P11,160
P12,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (184 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 P2,042
P2,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (32 reviews)
"Fantastic sea facing, penthouse unit very close to the airport. I'm fact the infinity pool faces the runway. Superb noise insulation hence no noise of the flights taking off or landing. Convenient location for tours and couple of nice eateries nearby. Very courteous staff too👍"
Singapore
ASHISH RANJAN
The Aru by Ayuhouz

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (505 reviews)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is P17,985
P19,572 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Gayana Marine Resort

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is P5,756
P6,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is P12,540
P14,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
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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 613 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
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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