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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a unique sink, and a large window offering a city view.

A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a road and greenery.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, and a view of a parking lot through a glass door.

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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.2 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Heidi

฿2,161

฿2,416 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A glass-enclosed shower with a handheld showerhead and a handheld shower attachment.

A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.

Two white towels with embroidered text and decorative flowers.

A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.

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

Kampung Air, 1.4 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Zhen

฿919

฿1,075 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 1.3 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Michaela

฿2,860

฿3,171 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.

4. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.2 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Genya

฿1,698

฿2,246 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.

A street view with a building featuring a restaurant named 'Mint' and a pharmacy.

A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a microwave, and a small oven.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a small table with a vase.

5. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 1.5 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Ganesh

฿1,126

฿1,299 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a sink, and bar stools. There are shelves with kitchen items and a plant.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and large windows.

A neatly made bed with white bedding and two pillows, one orange and one beige. A wall-mounted lamp with a wooden base and a macrame wall hanging is visible. The room has a minimalist design with a clean, white color scheme.

A wooden wall with the text "SARANG HOSTEL KOTA KINABALU" and three hanging light fixtures.

6. Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.1 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Imran

฿618

฿750 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A calm water body with a paved walkway alongside.

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a large glass door and a wooden slatted facade above.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of the cityscape.

7. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.3 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Ong

฿1,709

฿1,928 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and potted plants.

8. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

0.7 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Kevin

฿2,206

฿2,465 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.

A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

9. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.5 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Savannah

฿3,371

฿3,723 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.

A multi-story hotel with a rooftop bar, surrounded by a busy urban street at night.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV screen displaying a hotel name.

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Kampung Air, 1.5 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Joshua

฿1,113

฿1,284 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A reception desk at Hotel de Leeton with a sign indicating the reception area.

A hotel entrance with a 'No Smoking' sign, a 'Hotel deFeet' sign, and a 'Please make deliveries to side door' sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a small table with a lamp.

A conference room with a long table, red chairs, a projector screen, and speakers.

11. Hotel DeLeeton

Kampung Air, 1.5 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Anonymous traveller

฿815

฿963 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a view of the city skyline.

A hotel hallway with doors on both sides, numbered signs, and a carpeted floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a round mirror, and a wall with a wave design.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter area, and pendant lighting.

12. Oceania Hotel

0.7 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Jane

฿1,520

฿1,724 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

A hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A buffet with various dishes and decorative lighting.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

13. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.5 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Shih Chung

฿2,711

฿3,010 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern building with a prominent 'Monocolo' sign, featuring a staircase leading to the entrance and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a small table.

A staircase with metal railings and a brick wall with a geometric pattern.

A modern interior with a staircase, metal railings, and pendant lighting fixtures.

14. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

1.2 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Thomas

฿1,176

฿1,270 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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.

A modern living room with a kitchen area, a round coffee table, and a TV on a white cabinet.

A modern building with a sign that reads "Riverson Sembulan".

A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool and a hot tub.

15. The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.2 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Caroline

฿1,424

฿1,620 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

16. Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

MASAKO

฿1,151

฿1,326 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern lobby with a curved seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

A hallway with a patterned carpet, framed artwork on the walls, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a chair, a small table, and a decorative wall panel.

A modern hotel lobby with a polished floor, a reception desk, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

17. Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

0.6 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Ooi

฿1,922

฿2,158 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern lounge with a city view, multiple seating areas, and a large screen displaying a presentation.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of greenery through the window.

18. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 1.4 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

scott

฿1,123

฿1,325 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.

A set of English Soap Company products arranged on a marble surface with a large yellow flower and green ferns.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for 'City Express' and a visible 'KINABALU SPORTS' sign.

19. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 1.4 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Imran

฿1,391

฿1,584 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large wall art piece, and a view of the outside through a window with curtains.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a large mirror, a television, and a radiator.

A modern room with a wooden chair, a radiator, a small table with a kettle, and a wall-mounted TV displaying an advertisement.

A hallway with a washing machine, a small table, and a sign with '3A03'.

20. Homi Breeze 和逸微风

1 km from Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Andrea

฿1,172

฿1,760 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group	9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 97 reviews	View
Hilton Kota Kinabalu	9.2 Wonderful 999 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 240 reviews	View
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View

Top Museum of Islamic Civilisation Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"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"

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff good location"

Sabah Oriental Hotel

8/10 Good

"Pillow and some door lock need to be change"

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, staff very helpful and lots of amenities"

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good

"Located in the Suria mall"

Other attractions near Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Imago Shopping Mall

8.6/10 (662 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.

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Downbelow Adventure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Downbelow Adventure Centre during your stay in Kota Kinabalu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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Sabah State Museum

8.2/10 (38 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Sabah State Museum in Kota Kinabalu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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Kompleks Karamunsing

7.8/10 (48 reviews)

During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Kompleks Karamunsing. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Sabah State Mosque

8.2/10 (150 reviews)

After visiting Sabah State Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kampung Sembulan Baru. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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All Saint's Cathedral

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

All Saint's Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Sabah Agricultural Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sabah Agricultural Park, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Plaza Wawasan

7.6/10 (4 reviews)

During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Wawasan. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Museum of Islamic Civilisation?

Museum of Islamic Civilisation is located in an area of Kota Kinabalu known for its beautiful island views, snorkelling and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 220 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Museum of Islamic Civilisation?

Adjacent to Museum of Islamic Civilisation, Tang Dynasty Park Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include Hilton Kota Kinabalu and The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Museum of Islamic Civilisation?

Expedia has 220 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Museum of Islamic Civilisation.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Museum of Islamic Civilisation, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Museum of Islamic Civilisation.

What can I see and do near Museum of Islamic Civilisation?

Sights like Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village highlight some of the local culture. You can wander around Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park or Sabah Agricultural Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Be sure to get some family photos at Downbelow Adventure Centre, Aquascape Center and Orchid De Villa while you're out sightseeing near Museum of Islamic Civilisation.

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Our top choices for Museum of Islamic Civilisation hotels

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

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

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

4. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

5. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

6. Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu

7. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

8. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

9. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

11. Hotel DeLeeton

12. Oceania Hotel

13. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

14. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

15. The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

16. Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu

17. Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

18. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

19. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

20. Homi Breeze 和逸微风

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Top Museum of Islamic Civilisation Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Sabah Oriental Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Hotel 7 Suria

Other attractions near Museum of Islamic Civilisation

Imago Shopping Mall

Downbelow Adventure Centre

Sabah State Museum

Kompleks Karamunsing

Sabah State Mosque

All Saint's Cathedral

Sabah Agricultural Park

Plaza Wawasan

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