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Your Kota Kinabalu Vacation

The best way to experience this interesting city is with a custom-made Kota Kinabalu vacation package. Base yourself in the neighborhood of Downtown Kota Kinabalu, which is good for bars and pubs, dining and markets or go someplace else — our package deals are all about you. You'll want to sightsee during your trip to Kota Kinabalu. Find time for famous attractions like 1Borneo Hypermall, Likas Stadium and Sabah State Mosque. Expedia can help you escape your daily routine. Tailor your vacation to Kota Kinabalu to suit your style of travel, whatever that may be!

Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Kota Kinabalu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(90 area reviews)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

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Discover the most popular places to visit in Kota Kinabalu

Enjoy hi-tea with a spectacular sunset view. This place is usually crowded on weekends and it’s first come first serve especially for the outer deck seats overlooking the sea.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

4.5/5(18 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
Kota Kinabalu Waterfront featuring outdoor eating as well as a large group of people

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

4/5(15 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Kota Kinabalu with a visit to Kota Kinabalu City Mosque. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in the area.

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

What to do in Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

$69
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Private Tour Kampung Gypsy Water Village Kota Kinabalu Sabah

Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu

$23
per adult
Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

$66
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
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Kota Kinabalu Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$107 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
$118 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Total includes taxes and fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Spacious clean rooms. Friendly staff. Incredible food. Excellent location- walking distance to the food markets, Sunday markets, the ferry port and malls. Special mention again to all staff there- extremely friendly and helpful. We had a great stay, thank you!"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$97 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
$107 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
Total includes taxes and fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff & Hotel Management are super friendly and accommodating."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
$176 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
$194 total
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Total includes taxes and fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly and very good customer service especially from the front desk,which i can thank enough to help me solve some of difficult face during my stay!!worth for money"

Reviewed on Jun 3, 2025

The Magellan Sutera Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Kota Kinabalu vacation package cost?
Offering great value package deals on Expedia, you'll be thrilled with how little a vacation to Kota Kinabalu costs! Our packages mean less travel planning for you and greater savings.
What are the cheapest months to go to Kota Kinabalu?
You can usually find lower rates and better availability in January, February and March. Browse our cheap Kota Kinabalu vacation packages and you could get some great off-season deals.
How many days is enough for Kota Kinabalu?
With around 3 days, you'll have enough time to enjoy popular neighborhoods like Downtown Kota Kinabalu and Pusat Bandar during your Kota Kinabalu vacation. Remember to also add All Saint's Cathedral and Signal Hill Observatory Platform to your list of must-sees. Looking for more adventures? Consider venturing outside of Kota Kinabalu on tours and day trips.
Is it worth booking a vacation package to Kota Kinabalu?
Whether you'd like to check out major attractions like Likas Stadium and Imago Shopping Mall on your Kota Kinabalu vacation, or coming for its excellent markets, nature and shopping, there's something for everyone here. With so much to see and do, you'll quickly learn why so many travelers think Kota Kinabalu is a good vacation destination.
How to find the best Kota Kinabalu package deals?
Finding a cheap Kota Kinabalu package deal is easy with Expedia. Once you've entered your trip dates and destination under our "Packages" tab, set your budget, apply some filters and see what's available. You can fine-tune your search by "Area," "Amenities," "Property type" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to discover the most affordable Kota Kinabalu package deals. Want a simple trick to score the biggest savings? Have some flexibility with your departure dates and consider going away on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Kota Kinabalu vacation as a package?
An Expedia vacation package could save you hundreds of dollars when compared to booking stays and flights separately. Better still, you can tailor your Kota Kinabalu escape to fit your exact needs. Choose your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a car rental. Browse our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a vacation package to Kota Kinabalu?
If you're planning an impromptu Kota Kinabalu adventure, browse our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you go. Prefer not to wait until the last minute? You can score awesome deals on your hotels and flights by booking ahead.
How to plan a trip to Kota Kinabalu?

  1. Choose the right time to travel: Your schedule, preferred season and the type of weather you enjoy can all impact your decision on when to go to Kota Kinabalu.
  2. Budget wisely: Besides the price of your accommodations, you'll need to factor in other expenses too. These include food, flights and transportation. Also, put aside some extra funds for unexpected expenses that may crop up during your trip to Kota Kinabalu.
  3. Discover Kota Kinabalu with Expedia's trip planning tool: Gain insights into the most popular attractions and best stays for your trip to Kota Kinabalu. You can also save your favorite places, collaborate with your group and organize your plans in one place.
  4. Set the duration of your trip: Start by making a list of all the activities and attractions you'd like to get to in Kota Kinabalu. Then, estimate how long you'll need at each, along with any travel time.
  5. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in order, you can combine your flights, car rental, hotels and more into a customized Kota Kinabalu vacation package.
  6. Book any activities or excursions: Now to the fun part — locking in everything you want to do and see. Browse some of the top things to do in Kota Kinabalu and reserve your tickets early to save time (and maybe some cash too!).

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Kota Kinabalu vacation packages?
If you're like us, you love discovering new places but are not a fan of the price tag that can come with it. That's why we offer Book Now, Pay Later vacations. With the help of online lender Affirm, you can break down the cost of your Kota Kinabalu trip across 3, 6 or 12 months. There are also no late payment fees or hidden costs, so you can secure cheap vacation packages with payment plans as soon as you see them.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.