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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, (154 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
$79 nightly
The price is $88
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28 reviews)
"Good place and very clean"
Malaysia
chien yong
$30 nightly
The price is $35
Apr 30 - May 1
Total with taxes and fees
K Hotel

Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (128 reviews)
"Located in the Suria mall"
United States
Kee
$64 nightly
The price is $72
Apr 30 - May 1
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel 7 Suria

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (377 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, good amenities, convenient location"
Australia
FOON
$27 nightly
The price is $31
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Total with taxes and fees
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Crystal Hill R

Crystal Hill R
3.0 star property
Ranau
5.8 out of 10, (187 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and view"
Malaysia
Imran
$18 nightly
The price is $22
Apr 30 - May 1
Total with taxes and fees
Crystal Hill R

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
7.6 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Good accessibility to airport, local restaurante and convenience stores, however, difficult to find to strangers or travellers."
South Korea
Anonymous traveler
$41 nightly
The price is $47
May 24 - May 25
Total with taxes and fees
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (90 reviews)
"Ok hotel for staying the night. For the price, it's worth it."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveler
$25 nightly
The price is $29
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel DeLeeton

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge
3.0 star property
Ranau
7.4 out of 10, Good, (72 reviews)
"Clean roon good location"
Canada
Marco
$18 nightly
The price is $22
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

Kokol Haven Resort

Kokol Haven Resort
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Nice n comfy.."
Malaysia
Catherine
$59 nightly
The price is $67
May 24 - May 25
Total with taxes and fees
Kokol Haven Resort

Oceania Hotel

Oceania Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (526 reviews)
"High speed internet & plenty of parking spaces "
Malaysia
Siang hur
$39 nightly
The price is $45
May 8 - May 9
Total with taxes and fees
Oceania Hotel

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Free parking for guest"
Canada
Lee Hyuk Chime
$81 nightly
The price is $90
May 17 - May 18
Total with taxes and fees
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

Gaya Centre Hotel

Gaya Centre Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (737 reviews)
"Small gym with good basic equipment. Room clean, view very lovely. A little noisy late at night from the end of the evening scooter rush. Staff are super friendly and extremely helpful. Great place to stay - especially if you’re doing water-based activities where you need to meet at the docks. "
United Kingdom
Lucy
$40 nightly
The price is $46
May 12 - May 13
Total with taxes and fees
Gaya Centre Hotel

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (118 reviews)
"Good apartment with good location"
Philippines
OLEG
$31 nightly
The price is $36
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Total with taxes and fees
Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall

Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (239 reviews)
"Quiet and room is spacious "
Malaysia
Ooi
$51 nightly
The price is $58
May 8 - May 9
Total with taxes and fees
Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

AC Residence

AC Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay here; The room and staff itself were amazing and also upgraded my room and catered to all my needs:) The only thing is that it's a bit further from the main area so you have to do a bit more walking but overall really nice"
Canada
Tanjin
$32 nightly
The price is $37
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
AC Residence

Langkah Syabas Beach Resort

Langkah Syabas Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Kinarut
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (133 reviews)
"Nice to stay there. The restaurant served good foods. "
Malaysia
Ly
$48 nightly
The price is $55
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Langkah Syabas Beach Resort

Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (306 reviews)
"Good location and close amenities."
United Kingdom
C
$33 nightly
The price is $38
May 21 - May 22
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Capital

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (735 reviews)
"Property was in a good location. Staff very friendly and cleaning staff done an excellent job during my whole stay. Hotel was very clean too."
United Kingdom
scott
$34 nightly
The price is $40
May 15 - May 16
Total with taxes and fees
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (464 reviews)
"This is a nice smaller hotel in an interesting area of KK. Be mindful that if you get a room at the back of the hotel that there is quite at bit of noise from the road. "
Australia
Nicholas
$54 nightly
The price is $61
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Total with taxes and fees
The Jesselton Hotel

Mile 36 Lodge

Mile 36 Lodge
3.0 star property
Ranau
7.2 out of 10, Good, (145 reviews)
"Staff were lovely and helpful, setting was beautiful, and the accommodation was clean and comfortable! Location is slightly out of the way if you haven’t got a car, as walking on the side of the road is sketchy. But fantastic value for money - would recommend it to everyone on a budget :)"
Australia
Tom
$21 nightly
The price is $25
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Mile 36 Lodge
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Kota Kinabalu and related destinations

Climb Signal Hill at dawn for panoramic views of the city skyline and islands dotting the South China Sea. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the night market at the waterfront, while adventure seekers can take day trips to Mount Kinabalu in the nearby national park.

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Kota Kinabalu

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Kota Kinabalu, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Kota Kinabalu for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Kota Kinabalu near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the Kota Kinabalu 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Travelers seeking an affordable and pleasant Kota Kinabalu property often choose Seri Borneo Hotel. This 3-star hotel, around 0.2 mi north of the center, comes with WiFi and front desk services. Need another suggestion? Situated 0.2 mi southwest of downtown and including individually decorated rooms and unlimited data, AC Residence is another top pick among guests.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
Book a stay at a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to well-kept and comfortable rooms and conveniences such as complimentary WiFi, gyms and tea and coffee facilities. These stays may also feature a bar and restaurant. Upgrade your Kota Kinabalu trip by opting for a 4-star hotel. With things like a day spa, 24-hour room service and premium toiletries, you'll enjoy a heightened level of comfort.

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