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Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 1.7 km, Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout...

K
Kathleen Anne
From
New Zealand
Incredibly helpful staff. Beautiful space with carefully considered supplies. The handmade soap was beautiful! Excellent location next to the shopping mall.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 421 reviews
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£63.81
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 centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

g
gladys
From
Australia
The room was spacious, with comfortable bed and pillows. Good lightning, spacious balcony and good ocean view. Perfect location - within walking distance to shops, restaurants, jetty. Top floor has both forest and ocean view.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 934 reviews
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£87.53
1 night, 2 adults
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ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

M
Markus Schupp
From
Germany
Clean Appartment, size of the bathroom and shower as well as the condition of the room was quite perfect. Furnishing was very good, including the bedroom. Very responsive owner and nice personnel supporting the guests with all their questions and information beforehand was welcome
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 470 reviews
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£33.32
1 night, 2 adults
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A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

K
Kevin
From
Hong Kong
Had a late check in. Staff stayed up late and remained in contact with me until I reached the guesthouse. There was plenty of water available on arrival and the bed was comfortable. The area was peaceful and we slept like babies.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 316 reviews
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£35.86
1 night, 2 adults
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CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

B
Baptiste
From
Abkhazia
Very clean, very well welcomed by the host. The hotel is very new, very nice and very well placed. Recommend it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 600 reviews
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£35.96
1 night, 2 adults
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AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

R
Ryan
From
Canada
Clean and comfortable space for a reasonable price. The staff are very helpful and responsive. I would recommend staying here when planning a trip to KK
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 484 reviews
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£34.13
1 night, 2 adults
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Showcase Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Showcase Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu, 700 metres from North Borneo Railway and 4.1 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

M
MJ Wong
From
Malaysia
Pretty new and contemporary. Comfortable Bed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
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£29.47
1 night, 2 adults
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The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah, The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

J
Julie
From
Netherlands
We needed to stay not far from airport of Kota Kinabalu, so it was just around the corner from airport. the hotel rooftop pool and the view from roof was amazing. room is pretty specious and all needed items + kitchen. we loved it very much
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,366 reviews
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£63.26
1 night, 2 adults
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The LUMA Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 2.3 km, The LUMA Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a...

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Wan Adli
From
Malaysia
everything was great! even the coffee and tea provided in the room is beyond expectation
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,006 reviews
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£67.88
1 night, 2 adults
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

I
Iuliana
From
Romania
Very well located, staff was very polite and helpful, clean and a good variety for breakfast
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,970 reviews
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£49.55
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, 1,426 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 721 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,219 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,509 reviews

    Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,967 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu city centre, The Klagan Hotel features modern air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. The property has a restaurant and is 350 metres from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews

    Akinabalu Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

    Located 400 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Seaview Capsule Hotel offers rooms with air conditioning in Kota Kinabalu.

Hotels located in the centre of Kota Kinabalu

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

    VALLEY HOTEL is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 4.9 km of North Borneo Railway.

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

    Featuring a shared lounge, Misto Hotel is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 1.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, Diamond Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Hotel O Asia City is situated in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

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

  • Located within 600 metres of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.3 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Blossom hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews

    Less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City is located in Kota Kinabalu and provides free WiFi, express check-in and check-out and concierge services.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews

    Located within 2.9 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel O Stay Inn Ii provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

Budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Paradise Suite at Asiacity features rooms with city views and free WiFi. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Park Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 3.5 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, HotSpot @ City Centre by SSVC features views of the city. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Hotel O Five 2 is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 484 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 599 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 252 reviews

    This boutique hotel is located directly above Warisan Square Shopping Mall in Kota Kinabalu. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and rooms with a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi access.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 361 reviews

    Located within Gaya Street Sunday Market, Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV.

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

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What guests said about Kota Kinabalu:

  • 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
  • 8.0

    Seafood here is fresh and delicious.

    Seafood here is fresh and delicious. Ferry to island hopping was chaotic and long queue. Can improve. When at the jetty waiting for boats, had no system and just hoping hard that the pic will find you
    Guest review by
    Lee Keng
    Malaysia

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  • JQ Sea & Sunset view, 25th floor, Swimming Pool, byMGSabah

    Kota Kinabalu
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
    The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the view was amazing. The host very friendly & helpful with highly quality service. They make our stay enjoyable. Excellent property with sea view and had great sunset view. Very convenient to do many activities especially island hoping, just walk a few minute to the Jesselton jetty. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting KK.
    Guest review by
    cikgu Atikah Ismail
    Malaysia

  • Manhattan Suites @ ITCC

    Kota Kinabalu
    From £71.01 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
    Apartment is clean, tidy and spacious. The location is awesome. Shopping mall and eateries just downstairs and easy access to attractions. Easy to get to the airport within 10 mins drive. Anjung Kinabalu Night Market, KK Wetland & Sabah Art Gallery and Jesselton Quay Waterfront & Oceanus Mall all just few kilometers away from the apartment.
    Guest review by
    ella
    United States

  • Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

    Kota Kinabalu
    From £85.78 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 935 reviews
    The location of the hotel is great. Jesselton Quay, from where the boats depart for the small islands, is just a few minutes' walk away. The hotel is well equipped. Breakfast is worthwhile, especially for lovers of Asian food. Dinner is also recommended. The cocktails in the bar are excellent. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
    Guest review by
    Matthias Mueller
    Germany

  • The LUMA Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels

    Kota Kinabalu
    From £73.69 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,001 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

  • A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

    Kota Kinabalu
    From £44.07 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 315 reviews
    Very comfortable like 5 star hotel. Near to Fook Yuen restaurant for good breakfast!
    Guest review by
    Rosli
    Malaysia

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