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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...

F
Frances
From
Australia
Great communication. Excellent facilities & great location. Loved our stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
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US$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 centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

H
HYEOKKI
From
South Korea
breakfast was good, nice sunset view, kindly staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
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US$120.39
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.

A
Antonia
From
Croatia
ACJ Residence is a very modern accomodation in the centar of KK. Irene and Vinah with whome we talked through whatsapp were very lovley and gave as all info about the check in + photos of how to find the place a day before arrival and that was very helpful! Room was nice, tidy and clean and it came with toiletries, water, coffee, tea... :) self check out was also very simple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
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US$39.86
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.

N
Nurfima
From
Brunei Darussalam
near the shopping mall, the staff were kind and nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews
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US$40.54
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.

J
Jesse
From
Netherlands
Everything was great: room, location, price and service!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 597 reviews
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US$45.59
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.

A
Anaïs
From
France
It is really a beautiful place, with convenient tools as disposition !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
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US$43.15
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 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
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US$39.93
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel O Flinstone Lodge

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hotel O Flinstone Lodge is offering accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. This 2-star hotel offers free WiFi. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 75 km from the property.

K
Kyra
From
Australia
This Homestay is so peaceful, the river is the most magical river I have ever swam in. The hosts go above and beyond for guests. This place is out of the busy city and instead in a remote suburb. The perfect place for peace and serenity. I recommend hiring a scooter from KK as it is far out of town. I especially liked that we could buy fresh produce and cook the food ourself at the homestay with utilities provided by the host. 10/10 recommend and will 100% be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
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US$18.67
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.

D
David
From
Hungary
The pool is really nice and the apartman is also amazing. It is not near the city center but taxi is cheap and also it is close to the airport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,355 reviews
Price from
US$77.16
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...

m
maryam
From
Qatar
This was really good value for money. The rooms were clean and pretty spacious. Breakfast was decent. The coffee was good. The toiletries were really really nice- they had dove soap and shampoo. The check in was smooth.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,956 reviews
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US$54.51
1 night, 2 adults
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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 situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 4.9 km of North Borneo Railway.

    From US$56.80 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,418 reviews

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

    From US$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 US$43.08 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 166 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.

    From US$47.09 per night
  • 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.

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

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

    From US$96.49 per night
  • 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.

    From US$60.72 per night

Hotels located in the centre 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 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.

    From US$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 centre, Hotel Iskandar offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

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

    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.

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

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

    Set within 2.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel Sri Iskandar offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

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

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.8 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway, CAPITAL EXPRESS features accommodation with free WiFi.

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

    Hotel Traveller is set in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km from North Borneo Railway.

    From US$27.18 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 467 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.

    From US$65.83 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 723 reviews

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

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

    From US$146.92 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 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

    From US$38.82 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,953 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...

    From US$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 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.

    From US$85.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 10 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.

    From US$24.57 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    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.

    From US$25.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,450 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor pool and 4 dining options, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is set in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. The property offers spacious guest rooms with city or sea views.

    From US$174.05 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 neighbourhood
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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 US$70.21 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - 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 US$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 US$161.25 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - 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 US$225.24 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - 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 US$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