You'll be spoiled for sightseeing choice when visiting Downtown Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu Central Market is an ideal place to begin here, but there are loads of other fine sights to consider. 1Borneo Hypermall, Likas Stadium, and Sabah State Mosque are close to the community marketplace and will round out your day nicely.

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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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Singapore (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

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Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent.

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Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

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$800

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Dec 29 - Jan 3

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Singapore (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

8.6/10 Excellent! (180 reviews)

Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful.

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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

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Dec 29 - Jan 3

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Singapore (SIN) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)

Excellent location for watching the sunset by the beach

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Kota Kinabalu : Mari-Mari Cultural Village Day Tour

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Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu : Mari-Mari Cultural Village Day Tour

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Popular places to visit

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

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.

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 romantic area.

The sundown in downtown of Kota Kinabalu. #Roadtrip #Trover #Sunset

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

KK Plaza

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at KK Plaza. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Handicraft Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Handicraft Market during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Anjung Kinabalu

You can do some window-shopping at Anjung Kinabalu during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area.