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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Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

per person

Aug 18 - Aug 23

found 19 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

7.6/10 Good! (731 reviews)

Property was in a good location. Staff very friendly and cleaning staff done an excellent job during my whole stay. Hotel was very clean too.

Reviewed on Jul 5, 2025

OYO 89969 Mount Hill Villa Kundasang

per person

Aug 18 - Aug 23

found 19 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Seoul (SEL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Karambunai

per person

Aug 15 - Aug 18

found 12 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Manila (MNL) to Kota Kinabalu (BKI)

7.8/10 Good! (773 reviews)

Beautiful location and lots of nature in and around the resort. My only real complaint is that the food was disappointing.

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2023

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Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

Free cancellation available

Water activities

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Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

Free cancellation available

History & culture

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Mari Mari Cultural Village & Klias Wetlands Firefly Cruise

Free cancellation available

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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

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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 city as seen from the signal hill observatory tower

Signal Hill Observatory Platform

5/5(1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Signal Hill Observatory Platform, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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 family-friendly 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

4/5(5 reviews)

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 romantic area.