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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit."
Australia
Shankaran Pillay
The price is ฿2,496
฿2,773 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (988 reviews)
"Very good."
Australia
Yifeng
The price is ฿3,817
฿4,199 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (601 reviews)
"Hotel staff unprofessional "
United Kingdom
Jiarui
The price is ฿3,619
฿3,986 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Signature Inn

Signature Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Great location, 24/7 security that let ut in at night. Simple room but perfect for exploring the city."
Norway
Halvor
The price is ฿610
฿735 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Signature Inn

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, (219 reviews)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is ฿2,442
฿3,116 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This is a very fine modern hotel located in the heart of Kota Kinabulu. We particularly appreciated the fact that it was a short walk to the restaurant row on the waterfront which offered outdoor seating and a variety of cuisines."
United States
Benjamin
The price is ฿3,157
฿3,487 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is ฿920
฿1,071 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
CJ Residence

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, (147 reviews)
"Spacious and clean. Feel calming from the fragrance of body care products. Good experience with this hotel. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Carol
The price is ฿2,526
฿2,805 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

A Residence

A Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is ฿1,184
฿1,356 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
A Residence

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (196 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is ฿5,444
฿5,957 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Seaview Capsule Hotel

Seaview Capsule Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (27 reviews)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
United States
Benjamin
Seaview Capsule Hotel

The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
United States
Gustav
The price is ฿1,164
฿1,451 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
The Klagan Hotel

1 City Hotel

1 City Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (36 reviews)
"Very well situated, beautiful room. Staff is very helpful and welcoming but quite limited in English. TV had only one channel (Chinese). "
Philippines
olivier
1 City Hotel

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Kok Ken
The price is ฿2,338
฿2,602 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (479 reviews)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
The price is ฿1,838
฿2,135 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Hotel Sixty3

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (20 reviews)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. "
Canada
Donna
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

AC Residence

AC Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"I was worried because the residence doesn’t have a reception, but communication was excellent, and the staff are nearby to respond quickly. The staff are very friendly, and the room is extremely clean and tidy. There are many places to visit nearby, so the location is great. It was the best accommodation."
South Korea
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The price is ฿985
฿1,141 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
AC Residence

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. "
United Kingdom
Ganesh
The price is ฿1,053
฿1,214 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"clean"
Malaysia
Nur Azrin
The price is ฿2,193
฿2,832 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Tanjung Aru

Beaches and abundant 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.

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in 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.

Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Travellers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Anjung Samudera and Centre Point while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include CJ Residence and AC Residence.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 326 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.
What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood?
Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Anjung Samudera, Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You could also plan a visit to KK Plaza or Imago Shopping Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Warisan Square and Local Fruits Market. While you're out sightseeing, Anjung Kinabalu and Kompleks Asia City are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.