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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Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$86 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Sep 17 to Sep 18
$95 total
Sep 17 - Sep 18
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great area, a walk away to gaya street, restaurants, suria sabah mall and many more fun places! Love the view! Will definitely come back and recommend it to others.."

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2026

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$91 nightly
The price is $100 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$100 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
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
Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

3 out of 5
Suria Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$43 nightly
The price is $49 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$49 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (128 reviews)
"Located in the Suria mall"

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Hotel 7 Suria
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
$133 nightly
The price is $146 total per night from Oct 12 to Oct 13
$146 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
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
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

4 out of 5
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
$92 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$78 nightly
The price is $87 total per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
$87 total
Oct 9 - Oct 10
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
Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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.

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.

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.

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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