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Top 10 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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The Pacific Sutera Hotel

4.2 of 5 • 951 reviews
Tanjung Aru
Staff were very accommodating. Hotel situated close to the centre and not far from airport - was excellent location. We really enjoyed staffing at this hotel. Read more
$116

Gaya Island Resort

4.4 of 5 • 271 reviews
Gaya Island
My partner and I stayed for 3 nights. Gorgeous room and housekeeping was 5 star. The guided walk was entertaining and there was a good variety of sea life ( including stingray!) that made snorkeling fun. However F&B staff needs to be trained mor … Read more
$222

Gayana Marine Resort

4.1 of 5 • 180 reviews
Gaya Island
Staff couldn't do enough for you Taste of luxury at a reasonable price Not far from KK so you do get the odd bit of rubbish but at most times water is as clear as it could be for this part of Borneo Free snorkels and kayaks Pool lovely too Read more
$225

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

3.9 of 5 • 963 reviews
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
A great find. A modern clean hotel, with friendly and attentive staff at a reasonable room rate. Its close to the center of Kota Kinabalu. An excellent breakfast with local and western food was included in the room rate. Read more
$45

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

4.3 of 5 • 92 reviews
Gaya Island
Everything was excellent however the food did not have much variety and was quite basic considering that it was a 5 star hotel so that could be improved. Read more
$210

Hotel Sadong 88

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$13

Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort & Spa

4.6 of 5 • 609 reviews
Tuaran
Fabulous service everywhere, facilities and recreational activities for both adults and kids suffice (just one thing..Please bring back archery for kids). Try the rainforest walks. The staff at kids club were so friendly and fun. My 8 year ol … Read more
$207

Unic Hotel

3.8 of 5 • 82 reviews
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Room size is larger than expected,clean, and lovely decor. Read more
$39

Oceania Hotel

4 of 5 • 289 reviews
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Simple hotel with quality room, spacious,clean. Plenty of food places around so no need breakfast at hotel( main was all type noodles only for 2 days i stayed there).Shopping places not too far, Cheap fares with Uber or Grab. Good hotel for rest.... Read more
$32

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

3.7 of 5 • 15 reviews
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$39

 

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Recent Reviews in Kota Kinabalu

Centrally Located KK Hotel

5 out of 5

Very welcoming staff. The hotel itself has loads of character. Located close to all the amenities in KK, and on Sundays the street market is literally on the doorstep. Room was huge and cleaned really well every day. I'd definitely stay there again if I go back to KK, which in truth, is very likely

A verified traveler from London stayed at The Jesselton Hotel


Posted 2 weeks ago

Reviews for The Jesselton Hotel

Everything was lovely

5 out of 5

Fabulous service everywhere, facilities and recreational activities for both adults and kids suffice (just one thing..Please bring back archery for kids). Try the rainforest walks. The staff at kids club were so friendly and fun. My 8 year old son who normally doesn't like kids club requested to go to a kids omly dinner party, which he enjoyed. I would recommend getting the rooms at Ocean Wing though as it's quieter and more perks e.g. separate pool from Garden Wing with excellent sea view and outdoor tub. There were quite a few buffet dinner options but we were not a fan of buffets. If you are just like us, then go for the Japanese and Indian restaurants which were tasty. All in all, we loved every bit of it.

A verified traveler stayed at Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort & Spa


Posted 3 weeks ago

Reviews for Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort & Spa

Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Hotel Guide

Top Kota Kinabalu Accommodations

If you're on the lookout for exceptional accommodation options in Kota Kinabalu, there's no need to look anywhere else. You've lucked out if you'd love to be in the thick of things. Visitors can choose from 105 establishments within 1 mile of the center alone.

The Magellan Sutera Resort and The Pacific Sutera Hotel should be at the top of the list of hotels to check out if you want to sleep downtown. If you're looking for more, you can also think about the Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and the Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.

Head for Downtown Kota Kinabalu if you want lots of convenience and choice. Just 0.5 miles away, this widely known suburb offers 97 hotels to pick from. Several of the most sought-after places include the Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium and Ming Garden Hotel and Residences. Pusat Bandar, just 0.4 miles away, is one more convenient area to spend your evenings. You can take your pick of 79 establishments, including the Horizon Hotel and The Jesselton Hotel.

If you wish to spend time at the Sabah State Mosque or 1 Borneo Hypermall while you are in Kota Kinabalu, why not choose a hotel nearby? The Shangri La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa and the Klagan Hotel are closest to the Sabah State Mosque, while the YYK 1Borneo Condominium and the Klagan Regency are close to 1 Borneo Hypermall.

Centre Point is one of the best shopping centers in the region and a fabulous place to spoil yourself with a bit of retail therapy. The Likas Square Apartment Hotel and The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu are close by. While enjoying your adventures, make sure that you remember to visit and admire All Saint's Cathedral, the most significant Catholic church in this area. Does this seem like your kind of attraction? You should think about booking your hotel accommodations at the Sabah Oriental Hotel and Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu, as they are close to this area.

How to Get to Kota Kinabalu

If you are arriving or departing through Kota Kinabalu International Airport, you may choose to book accommodation at the Crown Borneo Hotel, or the Hotel Yaho, both of which are nearby.