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Top 10 Trending Hotels Near Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu from HK$267

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Excellent staff service and good ambience, will visit next year - keep up the good work"
The price is HK$1,278
HK$1,525 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1029)
"Head of concierge Sopry was amazing sorting everything out. Allen was at the airport to take us to the hotel and was also very helpful. "
The price is HK$1,310
HK$1,432 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1014)
"Staff not really friendly"
The price is HK$1,158
HK$1,286 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Comfortable, clean, safe. Very attentive and friendly staff."
The price is HK$521
HK$580 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Lobby

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (901)
"Was a little noisy but service was great"
The price is HK$603
HK$668 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1032)
"It is good and a nice stay"
The price is HK$679
HK$751 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Thank you for showing your hospitality/"
The price is HK$851
HK$950 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (561)
"Probably one of the best located hotels in the centre of KK. Perfect views from the rear of the hotel. Good facilities but some of the furniture was a bit worn. Car parking was good but in a disused part of the complex."
The price is HK$817
HK$900 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Gayana Marine Resort
Poolside bar

Gayana Marine Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (470)
"Great getaway resort away from the hustle and bustle. Perfect for a couple nights stay as may run out of activities within the vicinity if staying longer. Staff were amazing and kind! Thank you to all!! Property condition is a bit outdated with expected wear and tear but kept clean enough for an enjoyable stay."
The price is HK$1,766
HK$1,949 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Gaya Island Resort

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (441)
"Wonderful location and views. Staff were always friendly, helpful and polite. Fantastic range of activities. "
The price is HK$1,659
HK$2,751 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Gaya Island Resort
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (144)
"Only overnight stay to catch a flight. Hotel stay generally pleasant. Breakfast provided. Only drawback is the hotel is located on the wrong side of the city on a very busy road."
The price is HK$338
HK$417 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
Front of property

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (768)
"The breakfast buffet lines were empty very early and without refill"
The price is HK$267
HK$333 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
Borneo Beach Villas
Outdoor pool

Borneo Beach Villas

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (346)
"The hotel is old and requires an upgrade. I stayed at the beach front villa, it has a nice view though."
The price is HK$297
HK$368 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Borneo Beach Villas
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
3 outdoor pools

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

5.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (765)
"Most beautiful beaches and sunrise The hotel is like a elegant garden The staff is really nice and friendly The atmosphere is quite and you can hear the gorgeous sound of the bird You can see many lovely animals like monkeys lizard many kinds of bird and squirrels Standing on the balcony viewing the peaceful sea you know that life can really be a long adventure "
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Grandis Hotel
Outdoor pool

Grandis Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (887)
"Staff very helpful and hotel spotless. Well located. We had a really pleasant stay and would stay again"
The price is HK$957
HK$1,066 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Grandis Hotel
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Lobby lounge

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (112)
"Second stay this time. My go to hotel every time I visit KK."
The price is HK$516
HK$574 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"Property was new, nice, and big (it was basically a full fledged one room apartment we had). Two TVs, kitchenette and washing machine. Location was well placed within 10min walk to gaya street. Only drawback was that Citadines co-shares the plot and common facilities w an apartment building called Northshore (different wing) which brings along w that, tons of short-stay crowd (amongst them children) and noise in the common areas, esp the pool. "
The price is HK$580
HK$644 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
View from room

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (533)
"Check-in was good and fast with such a friendly and professional staff. Room is just as requested. Only drawback is lack of switches for lighting which was replaced with digital push screen which doesn't seem to work resulting in a poorly lit room and caused inconveniences due to that. Prefer to have manual swtches for practicality."
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
View from room

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (151)
"Conveniently located opposite Suria Sabah. Staff were friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. "
The price is HK$784
HK$864 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Aerial view

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (169)
"BEAUTIFUL ESCAPE. "
The price is HK$1,806
HK$2,062 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
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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, AC Residence is a highly ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Signel Hostel and Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 295 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 Kompleks Asia City. You could also plan a visit to Kota Kinabalu Central Market 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, Handicraft Market and Plaza Wawasan are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.