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2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
The price is P7,519
P8,263 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Restaurant
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, (214)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is P2,838
P3,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1002)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."
Singapore
Kee Huat
The price is P4,481
P4,981 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (974)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is P5,108
P5,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (195)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is P6,030
P6,654 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Nice clean room. Very helpful staff. "
United Kingdom
Gareth
The price is P5,533
P6,118 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz

4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
"Excellent stay"
Netherlands
Wybe
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
K Hotel

K Hotel

3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"A good basic hotel relatively near to the airport to rest our heads after a long flight. Fighting the battle of mould in the bathroom. "
Australia
Joanne
The price is P1,787
P2,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
K Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (598)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
Taiwan
SHU-WEI
The price is P5,945
P6,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Cafe
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, (142)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is P4,462
P4,961 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Excellent hotel service!"
Singapore
Christopher
The price is P11,322
P13,501 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"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 P7,435
P8,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (181)
"Cleanliness, all staff interaction. Overall good experience "
Australia
Anwag
The price is P1,976
P2,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel

2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (240)
"Good service, strategic location, highly recommended for Gaya night market and morning market. Shuttle to airport provided too!"
Malaysia
Anonymous traveler
The price is P2,376
P2,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Mandarin Hotel
On the beach
Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge

3.0 star property
Mamutik Island
The price is P6,384
P7,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Mamutik Island Lodge
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is P5,294
P5,859 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Restaurant
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (77)
"Quiet hotel located at outskirts of Kota Kinabalu"
Malaysia
Ooi
The price is P2,401
P2,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (181)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is P16,789
P18,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (505)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is P16,907
P18,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Gayana Marine Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
Gaya Island Resort
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Superb hotel with great location"
Mohd Haikal 2-night trip
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Lowest Price
P2,071
Highest Price
P18,841

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 625 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 The Magellan Sutera Resort - Hotel Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Regency 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.