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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"
Australia
Michaela
$80 nightly
The price is $87
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

2. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
$200 nightly
The price is $217
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

3. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Very helpful staff good location"
United Kingdom
MRS
$98 nightly
The price is $108
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

4. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We thought the staff were wonderful and the hotel was very elegant. The breakfast was especially good."
United States
Kip
$84 nightly
The price is $93
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

5. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (252 reviews)
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Canada
Catherine
$58 nightly
The price is $64
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

6. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A good stay in KK and a great location"
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
$91 nightly
The price is $100
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

7. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (83 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
$69 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

8. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"The communication was prompt, accurate, and polite full. Staff assisted by carrying out luggage upstairs, and is happy and polite. The massage chair was an amazing addition to our stay. In the heart of all shops. Will definitely book with them again."
Australia
Kunthea
$24 nightly
The price is $29
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
CJ Residence
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

9. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (629 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
$100 nightly
The price is $111
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.

10. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "
Australia
Mark
$112 nightly
The price is $124
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.

11. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (380 reviews)
"The location was close to many attractions. The hotel gym was very well equipped."
Taiwan
Joshua
$27 nightly
The price is $29
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.

12. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."
United Kingdom
Eleanor
$130 nightly
The price is $143
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Total with taxes and fees
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

13. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
$27 nightly
The price is $32
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A supermarket interior with a fresh market section, a cashier, and various food products on display.

14. My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu

My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"New and modern furnishing."
Malaysia
Leong Sze
$16 nightly
The price is $20
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu
A modern living room with a sofa, a round glass coffee table, and a chair. Large windows with red curtains offer a view of a cityscape and mountains.

15. The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (114 reviews)
"Great place. Walking distance to all. "
Singapore
Caroline
$42 nightly
The price is $48
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

16. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (163 reviews)
"Very helpful and accommodating staff, lovely rooms and breakfast."
United States
Paula
$69 nightly
The price is $77
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

17. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
$124 nightly
The price is $138
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Total with taxes and fees
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.

18. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
$46 nightly
The price is $49
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
The Klagan Hotel
A spacious lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a reception desk.

19. The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (470 reviews)
"Very convenient, friendly staff"
Malaysia
Henn Kiew
$53 nightly
The price is $60
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
The Jesselton Hotel
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

20. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"The Regis was perfect for our 3 night stay in KK. Virtual front desk through WhatsApp was very responsive to all inquiries and the on site staff was extremely helpful. The location next to the Imago Mall was also quite convenient for anything we need plus ehailing to different spots in KK."
United States
Heidi
$55 nightly
The price is $63
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Total with taxes and fees
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Catherine 3-night trip
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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