Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide
Kota Kinabalu
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Popular places to visit
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
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.
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.
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.
Imago Shopping Mall
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.
Gaya Street Sunday Market
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Sutera Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Kota Kinabalu with a trip to Sutera Harbour. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Kokol Hill ATV Adventure, Sunset Rendezvous with Local Cuisine Dinner
Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Everything is good
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Clean room and bathroom, hot water in shower works and water pressure is gd. Convenient location
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hotel 7 Suria
Staff friendly and room is not bad. Had stayed here many times
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Spotless room, spacious in size and good restaurant buffet. The hotel is abit older so the AC made noise all night, menu at pool bar could have western ie burger and chips. Location is great!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Everything good and tidy
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
1. The Oceanus Shopping Mall is not fully operational. However the 3 convenient-marts along the corridor did help. 2. The bathroom walk-in closet is fantastic. More lighting in shower and vanity area will help in attending ourselves. Sofa and carpet looks pretty aged. It will be good if there’s a ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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.
Luyang
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Kepayan
When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby 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.
