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Compare 549 hotels, room rates, hotel reviews and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Travel Info

Number of reviews
942
Best neighborhoods
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Pusat Bandar and Kampung Sembulan Baru
Accommodation
549 hotels
Highest price
$256
Lowest price
$16
Reasons to visit
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade, Lok Kawi Wildlife Park and Sabah State Museum
Hotels with family-friendly amenities
157
5-star hotels
9
Hotels with dining
101

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Kota Kinabalu?

CJ Residence is ranked highly by Expedia customers. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other favorite options based on reviews include Hotel Eden54 and Hotel Gaia 95. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu.

Penampang is a top neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants and shops. Other favorite areas in Kota Kinabalu include Downtown Kota Kinabalu and Tanjung Aru.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu?

OYO Home 90723 Green Leaf Guest Lodge Kk: Visitors like this Kota Kinabalu vacation home rental. It has air-conditioning and cable TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Some other homes for rent in Kota Kinabalu include 4 Bedroom Landed House. Party friendly and close to beach. and KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers. See all vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Kota Kinabalu?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your trip to Kota Kinabalu, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Kota Kinabalu?

Based on reviews, Celyn City Hotel is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free WiFi and free parking. Other good choices to stay on the cheap include H2 Backpacker - Hostel and Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu. View all budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the best place to stay in Penampang?

With 35 lodging options to choose from in this neighborhood, you're sure to find what you're looking for as you plan your trip. Based on Expedia customer reviews, Eminent Hotel is the highest ranked property in Penampang. This hotel offers free WiFi and free parking. Other favorite options in the area include Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu and Napzone KKIA by Sovotel.

What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

In this neighborhood, there are 205 lodging options for your stay, so you should find just want you want for your visit. Hilton Kota Kinabalu is a favorite with our customers staying in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. It is located a short 9-minute walk from Centre Point. Travelers also recommend Hotel Eden54 and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu as top options in the area.

What's the best hotel for a family vacation in Kota Kinabalu?

OYO 818 Hotel 11 is a hotel with free WiFi and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your family trip include Comfort Hotel and OYO 564 Y Hotel. Attractions like Lok Kawi Wildlife Park and Sedco Square are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the best accommodation for couples in Kota Kinabalu?

Hotel DeLeeton is a favorite 3-star hotel for couples, and features laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. See all romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

What's the best pet-friendly accommodation in Kota Kinabalu?

Balada Hostel is a top property for people traveling with their pets, and offers a rooftop terrace and free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Kota Kinabalu.

Where is the best hotel to stay near Desa Cattle Dairy Farm?

Adjacent to Desa Cattle Dairy Farm, D'La Sri Cottage - Asia Camp is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good options close by include OYO 90257 Rocky Mountain Lodge and OYO 89969 Mount Hill Villa Kundasang.

What about the best place to stay close to Mount Kinabalu National Park?

One of the top choices for your stay is Nabalu Kundasang Lodge, located 14.7 mi (23.6 km) from Mount Kinabalu National Park, and this 3-star lodge offers a restaurant and free parking. Laban Rata Resthouse at Mount Kinabalu and Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Poring Hot Springs are other good choices within the surrounding area.

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