Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide

Kota Kinabalu

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Popular places to visit

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

4.5/5(12 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

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 romantic area.

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Oceanus Waterfront Mall

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

You can do some window-shopping at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your trip to Pusat Bandar. Visit the shops and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

Imago Shopping Mall

4.5/5(8 reviews)

During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Imago Shopping Mall

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

4/5(14 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Pusat Bandar with a trip to Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

Sutera Harbour

4/5(6 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Kampung Sembulan Baru with a trip to Sutera Harbour. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.

Sutera Harbour

Things to do

Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies

฿1,515
per adult
Bongawan River Cruise Proboscis Monkey, SkyMirror, Fireflies
Private Tour Kampung Gypsy Water Village Kota Kinabalu Sabah

Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu

฿750
per adult
Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

฿2,103
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience

฿788
per traveller
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience

Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience

฿717
per traveller
Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience
Sabah Museum

Private Half Day Kota Kinabalu City Tour

฿2,124
per adult
Private Half Day Kota Kinabalu City Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is ฿2,768 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
฿2,768
฿3,066 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,689 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿2,689
฿2,981 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
An eventful stay in KK le Meridien
"Pros Location hardworking friendly staff shout out to Concierge team Rocky Natashkumar from bar Malcom ,Ricky in front office club lounge team GM Suresh who tried to fix issues as they arose ( see cons below) very comfortable bed, meals, breakfast Cons: -*****caution very slippery marble type floors ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN, Kota Kinabalu
The price is ฿2,951 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿2,951
฿3,264 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (192 reviews)
"It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool."

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is ฿2,613 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
฿2,613
฿2,898 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (968 reviews)
"Oh the breakfast buffet never disappoints"

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is ฿3,604 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿3,604
฿3,969 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (596 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay.easy access to town.markets.islands.and day trips. Fantastic service .happy hotel lovely staff. 15th floor sunset views. Next to water front.. 10/10"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4 out of 5
41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is ฿1,959 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿1,959
฿2,193 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and ...
7.8/10 Good! (694 reviews)
Central located hotel
"This hotel is beer centrally located - the drive to the airport was average 20 mins; the Suria shopping mall is a 3-5 min walk and the boat docking port to the islands (gaya island; Sapi island etc) is also 5 mins walk. The staff were always really nice and smiling. The breakfast was definitely fresh ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

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.

Kampung Air
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Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Luyang
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Tanjung Aru

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Tanjung Aru
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Likas

You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.

Likas
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Kepayan

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

Kepayan
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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.

Alamesra

Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide