Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.
A clock tower with two faces, surrounded by greenery and a white fence.
A mountain with a large cloud of smoke or dust rising from its peak.
A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
A street with a prominent entrance sign for Kota Kinabalu, surrounded by palm trees and parked cars.

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A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
Photo by Iqbal Selamat
Open Photo by Iqbal Selamat

Imago Shopping Mall

8.6/10 (662 reviews)
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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Things to do

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan

$63
per adult
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

$73
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Including Lunch

Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Including Lunch

$65
per adult
Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Including Lunch
Kota Kinabalu Cow Island snorkeling with Lunch buffet

Kota Kinabalu Cow Island snorkeling with Lunch buffet

$59
per adult
Kota Kinabalu Cow Island snorkeling with Lunch buffet
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

$23
per traveler
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Kota Kinabalu City Tour: Culture & Heritage tour with Lunch

Kota Kinabalu City Tour: Culture & Heritage tour with Lunch

$63
per adult
Kota Kinabalu City Tour: Culture & Heritage tour with Lunch
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Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Deals

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$93 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$103 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

Reviewed on Sep 6, 2026

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
$120 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Sep 18 to Sep 19
$132 total
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$93 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Sep 15 to Sep 16
$103 total
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I stayed at the property for 12 days so I got to see and experience the hotel on another level. The hotel is dated they try to keep up with modern appearance, but it shows in the rooms. When I arrived the safe in my room wasn’t working but they fixed it immediately. The bed in my room needs to be ..."

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2026

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

4 out of 5
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$93 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
$103 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Suria Sabah ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (923 reviews)
"The rooms were clean and comfortable enough. WiFi is provided. Amenities are available but note that iron is not a steam iron and wasn't in the best condition. Would have preferred hair dryer to be mounted in the toilet for easier access. Tea and coffee were provided as well as basic toiletries. ..."

Reviewed on Sep 11, 2026

Grandis Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$62 nightly
The price is $69 total per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
$69 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$79 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Oct 10 to Oct 11
$87 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Room was clean and cosy. Staff very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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An aerial view of a tropical island with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by a cityscape and distant mountains.

Tanjung Aru

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

A mosque with a large dome and three minarets by a body of water.
Photo by Michaela Prades
Open Photo by Michaela Prades

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

A coastal city with a marina, boats, and a large hotel.

Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

A mosque with two minarets and a blue dome, reflecting in a calm body of water.

Likas

Likas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in town.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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