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Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within a 19-minute walk, Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi...

J
Jesseca
From
United States
Everything. This is one of the best places I've ever stayed. It's brand new and everything is easy to use. The staff is absolutely awesome and will show you around the property. Special shout out to Vinah who was amazing!! The property is quiet and in a very convenient location across from a cafe called Dozo, a money exchange place, and several massage places. There is every type of food you can imagine in the basement of the mall. It's a very cheap Grab ride away from everywhere you'll need to go too. I could go on and on. Loved this place and already regret leaving!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$73.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

M
Michael G
From
United States
Phenomenal breakfast buffet, one of the best ever with a spectacular view of KK. Rooms and architecture are stunning.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$118.02
1 night, 2 adults
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ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 10-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

L
Lucia
From
United Arab Emirates
Very good place, clean, comfortable, spacious room, the host was friendly and very supportive. The shower had hot water and good pressure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$39.86
1 night, 2 adults
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A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 10-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

R
Rodrigues
From
Qatar
Very beautifully decorated rooms and splendid customer service to go with it. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. The easiest check in and check out. Also their room service is as fast as it is efficient
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 312 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$40.54
1 night, 2 adults
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CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Featuring a bar, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point is located in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, a 4-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.9 miles from Sabah State Museum &...

M
MOHAMMAD QASMIN
From
Malaysia
The bed so clean. The towel like new one. Good smell. The toilet so clean. Everything so perfect. Many location nearby. The instruction during stay so clear. So many amenities provided. Tea coffee tootbrush shower gel shampoo. Free sliper. The prices also affordable. ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$45.59
1 night, 2 adults
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AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 11-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

P
Philip
From
Canada
Clean, Convenient with good communication.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$43.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Showcase Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Showcase Hotel Kota Kinabalu provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu near North Borneo Railway and Sabah State Mosque.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
$39.93
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel O Flinstone Lodge

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hotel O Flinstone Lodge is located in Kota Kinabalu. This 2-star hotel offers free WiFi. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 47 miles from the property.

I
Ismail
From
Malaysia
We are so excited with the 'jambatan gantung' and river also my kids can play water truly feels like we live with nature...✌️👏 The owner also very kind and very friendly you will no regret when you stay here❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$18.67
1 night, 2 adults
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The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.8 miles from Filipino Market Sabah, The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness center.

M
Martin
From
United States
The roof top pool and view, the quality of rooms, strong WIFi and the staff were top notch.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,355 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$77.16
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.1 mi from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Center features accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

D
Divina
From
Belgium
Everything we expected & more! Staff were nice & helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,953 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
$54.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Best hotels with breakfast in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,418 reviews

    In the city center, King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a walkable area in Kota Kinabalu with good shopping.

    From $71.67 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,495 reviews

    Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

    From $43.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews

    Centrally located in the city's commercial district, Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms and free WiFi throughout.

    From $112.59 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,215 reviews

    Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu features four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

    From $147.43 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,511 reviews

    Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 787 feet from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

    From $49.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,953 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.1 mi from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Center features accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

    From $154.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 390 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu city center, The Klagan Hotel features modern air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. The property has a restaurant and is 1148 feet from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

    From $85.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Akinabalu Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. The property has a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organizing tours for guests.

    From $24.57 per night

Budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 175 reviews

    VALLEY HOTEL is located in Kota Kinabalu, within 1.4 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.1 miles of North Borneo Railway.

    From $56.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 166 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, Diamond Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, a 9-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.5 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From $47.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Featuring a bar, Hotel O Asia City is located in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, a 10-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.8 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From $59.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews

    Located within 1.8 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.2 miles of North Borneo Railway, Hotel O Stay Inn Ii provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

    From $63.93 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    Paradise Suite at Asiacity enjoys a location in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.2 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    From $96.49 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Park Hotel is offering accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space.

    From $60.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 467 reviews

    HotSpot @ City Centre by SSVC is located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.6 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.3 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    From $65.83 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews

    Featuring a bar, Hotel O Five 2 is located in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, a 7-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.7 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From $50 per night

Hotels located in the center of Kota Kinabalu

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, Misto Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, a 13-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.5 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From $29.28 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews

    Located within the hustle and bustle of the city center, Hotel Iskandar offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    From $23.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Located within a 7-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah and 2.1 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Blossom hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota...

    From $19.12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 379 reviews

    AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City provides free Wifi and rooms with air conditioning in Kota Kinabalu. There's a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay.

    From $71.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 100 reviews

    Located within 1.6 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.3 miles of North Borneo Railway, Hotel Sri Iskandar provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

    From $28.15 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 683 reviews

    CAPITAL EXPRESS has accommodations with free WiFi in Kota Kinabalu, attractively located a 8-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and half a mile from KK Esplanade.

    From $29.03 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews

    Hotel Traveller is located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.6 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.2 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    From $27.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Hotel Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.1 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.3 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    From $40.38 per night

FAQs about hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Tropical Paradise in East Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu (KK) is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sabah on the island of Borneo. It features white-sand beaches, tropical rainforests and the outer lying coral reefs and islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman (TAR) Marine Park, a haven for scuba divers.

Occupied by the Japanese and heavily bombed during World War II by the British, some remnants of this colonial era remain in the Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory, with its sweeping view of the coast.

Tanjung Arn is KK’s most popular public beach and secluded northern beaches like Karambunai and Dalit have resorts dotted along the coast.

Kota Kinabalu Harbour hosts international cruise ships and the KK Waterfront is a popular place with many bars. The KK Handicraft Market is your chance to grab a nice souvenir to take home.

Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s highest mountain at 4,101 metres. This highly important ecological region contains rare fauna and flora and makes a good day trip from the capital.

A variety of hotels on Booking.com are centred around Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the city centre and islands.

Learn more about visiting Kota Kinabalu

  • 111 attractions
  • 15 points of interest
  • 1 neighborhood
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What Guests Said About Kota Kinabalu:

  • 10.0

    Kota Kinabalu is truly a little gem to discover.

    Kota Kinabalu is truly a little gem to discover. The Sabahan people are so warm and welcoming, which makes exploring the city and its surroundings even more special. There’s an incredible variety of things to do: from jungle walks and nature-based activities to relaxing on paradise-like beaches. Whether you’re looking for adventure or just a peaceful escape, Kota Kinabalu has a bit of everything and is definitely worth visiting.
    Guest review by
    Mary Jeff
    Singapore
  • 8.0

    Tanjung Aru sunset very nice, kota Kinabalu kundasang must...

    Tanjung Aru sunset very nice, kota Kinabalu kundasang must go to see kota Kinabalu mountain view. Mari-Mari culture village is a must, a very good experience. Tunku Abdul Rahman park really beautiful. Beach in University Malaysia Sabah
    Guest review by
    Kiki
    Malaysia
  • 8.0

    Kota Kinabalu is the most cosmopolitan of the cities in...

    Kota Kinabalu is the most cosmopolitan of the cities in Sarawak and Sabah. Shopping is good, plenty of eateries and the inner city is walkable . The traffic like in all Malaysian cities is horrific. I want to point out that taxies in Malaysia don't have meters any more and charge for transport whatever the want (always to much) compared to Grab/Uber.
    Guest review by
    Gerard
    New Zealand
  • 10.0

    I love Kota Kinabalu.

    I love Kota Kinabalu. There are a lot of nice restaurants, and there are some beautiful islands you can get to. I also love the local restaurants and the dessert places like the Royal Coconut. I would definitely go back again.
    Guest review by
    Basil
    United States
  • 10.0

    Great scenery, great food, just need to be careful with the...

    Great scenery, great food, just need to be careful with the safety, sometimes you can see some homeless people in the street, and too many promoters, the local authority might need to enforce on the road safety and supervision on the overall hygine.
    Guest review by
    Yi Ping
    Malaysia
  • 10.0

    There are many interesting places to visit for example the...

    There are many interesting places to visit for example the Medical Science Musuem, Aquarium and Art Gallery located in University Sabah Campus. The Filipino market nice souvenir items but you will need to bargain. For seafood lovers, this is a fantastic place to satisfy your cravings. Island hopping is also great. Good idea to bring along your own pre-packed food and drinks unless you do not need to budget expenses. Just people watching whilst enjoying a cool drink is also an eye opener. There are many differences with what prevails in West M'sia. I also loved the fact that the airport was just about 20 minutes drive away from the hotel - so convenient and time (cost) saving
    Guest review by
    Laili Rusmah
    Malaysia

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  • Monocolo Boutique Hotel

    Kota Kinabalu
    From $70.21 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 564 reviews
    Room was nice and comfortable, with everything you might need. The hotel is situated outside the congested old town, along the highway, reasonably near the airport, which made it ideal for a night's stay after our arrival in Kota Kinabalu, just before our hike up Mount Kinabalu the next day. My travel companion arrived earlier than me, and they were able to change the booking name so that they could check in without my presence.
    Guest review by
    Bernard
    Singapore

  • Walk In Hotel

    Kota Kinabalu
    From $40.18 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
    There’s no doubt that this hotel has one of the best positions at the center of KK island, and it’s quite close to the airport. Hotel is close to the Jesselton Position where you can book your hopping island trip.
    Guest review by
    Zhejun（Jackson）
    China

  • The LUMA Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

    Kota Kinabalu
    From $161.25 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 999 reviews
    Only stayed for one night but shame we couldn’t have stayed longer. Loved the ambiance of the hotel and the bar restaurant area too. 20 mins to the airport
    Guest review by
    Christine
    United Kingdom

  • Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

    Kota Kinabalu
    From $250.84 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,501 reviews
    Is the best out of the 2 Shangri La hotels. Stayed at both but this one was much better facilities and location.
    Guest review by
    Victoria
    Malaysia

  • Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

    Kota Kinabalu
    From $196.47 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,492 reviews
    Breakfast choice for 5 star hotel is quite not a lot. Need some variety from day to day
    Guest review by
    Aazad Ananthan
    Malaysia
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