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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, (152 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
$74 nightly
The price is $83
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Total with taxes and fees
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

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
$63 nightly
The price is $70
Apr 19 - Apr 20
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel 7 Suria

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
$82 nightly
The price is $91
Apr 11 - Apr 12
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)
"Location was excellent "
Canada
King Wong
$40 nightly
The price is $46
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Gaya Centre Hotel

Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (195 reviews)
"Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price."
United States
Chor Seng
$29 nightly
The price is $33
Apr 11 - Apr 12
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Gaia 95

Oceania Hotel

Oceania Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (526 reviews)
"I dont have a car and I didnt eat in the restuarant."
Canada
Joseph Kin Kong
$34 nightly
The price is $39
May 9 - May 10
Total with taxes and fees
Oceania Hotel

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
$53 nightly
The price is $60
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"Good place and very clean"
Malaysia
chien yong
$31 nightly
The price is $36
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Total with taxes and fees
K Hotel

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge
3.0 star property
Ranau
7.4 out of 10, Good, (71 reviews)
"Staffs are so friendly especially the housekeeping staffs are very efficient and very fast respond..."
Malaysia
Santi
$18 nightly
The price is $22
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Total with taxes and fees
Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

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, (375 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, good amenities, convenient location"
Australia
FOON
$24 nightly
The price is $29
Apr 22 - Apr 23
Total with taxes and fees
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

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
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Capital

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
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Crystal Hill R

The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, good value and friendly services"
Hong Kong SAR China
kwok tai
$49 nightly
The price is $55
Apr 10 - Apr 11
Total with taxes and fees
The Klagan Hotel

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Comfortable stay at Dreamtel. Breakfast was good, staff was service-minded, and room was nice. The hotel has a central location. Good value for money."
Denmark
Anonymous traveler
$37 nightly
The price is $42
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Total with taxes and fees
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

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
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Total with taxes and fees
Langkah Syabas Beach Resort

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (81 reviews)
"Very Healthy breakfast very helpful kind staff"
Australia
Saxon
$41 nightly
The price is $47
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Total with taxes and fees
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

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
$58 nightly
The price is $66
May 10 - May 11
Total with taxes and fees
Kokol Haven Resort

Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge
3.0 star property
Mamutik Island
$124 nightly
The price is $136
Apr 18 - Apr 19
Total with taxes and fees
Mamutik Island Lodge

Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (89 reviews)
"Ok hotel for staying the night. For the price, it's worth it."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveler
$24 nightly
The price is $28
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (481 reviews)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
$59 nightly
The price is $67
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Sixty3
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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.

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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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