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6 Nov - 8 Nov
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13 Nov - 15 Nov

Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu 3-star hotels

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a view of the sunset over the water, and a balcony with a chair.

1. Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (131 reviews)
"Staff friendly and room is not bad. Had stayed here many times"
United States
Ai Ming
The price is AED 166
AED 179 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hotel 7 Suria
A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a large window offering a city view.

2. K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Good to short stay"
Japan
Yu
The price is AED 101
AED 119 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
K Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a minibar.

3. Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (319 reviews)
"Shops nearby, good location."
United States
Sofía
The price is AED 91
AED 116 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Capital
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, modern chairs, a glass railing, and a view of parked cars outside.

4. My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu

My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"New and modern furnishing."
Malaysia
Leong Sze
The price is AED 58
AED 72 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

5. 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, (163 reviews)
"Very helpful and accommodating staff, lovely rooms and breakfast."
United States
Paula
The price is AED 224
AED 251 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

6. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Great place to stay, staff very helpful and lots of amenities"
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is AED 175
AED 198 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

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

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is AED 102
AED 119 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern lobby with a curved seating area, a reception desk, and a dining area.

8. Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (239 reviews)
"Quiet and room is spacious "
Malaysia
Ooi
The price is AED 145
AED 171 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A mountainous landscape with a prominent peak, a valley with scattered buildings, and pine trees in the foreground.

9. Crystal Hill R

Crystal Hill R
3.0 star property
Ranau
5.8 out of 10, (189 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and view"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is AED 62
AED 82 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Crystal Hill R
A reception desk at Hotel de Leeton with a sign indicating the reception area.

10. Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (94 reviews)
"Ok hotel for staying the night. For the price, it's worth it."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveler
Hotel DeLeeton
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, framed certificates on the wall, and potted plants.

11. D Arc Hotel

D Arc Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Convenient restaurants/shops nearby and entertainment at the hotel bar."
United States
Amir
The price is AED 119
AED 137 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
D Arc Hotel
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.

12. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
The price is AED 156
AED 193 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Klagan Hotel
A terrace with a view of mountains and a sunset.

13. Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge
3.0 star property
Ranau
7.4 out of 10, Good, (72 reviews)
"Clean roon good location"
Canada
Marco
The price is AED 137
AED 158 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Nabalu Kundasang Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

14. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Comfortable stay at Dreamtel. Breakfast was good, staff was service-minded, and room was nice. The hotel has a central location. Good value for money."
Denmark
Anonymous traveler
The price is AED 98
AED 125 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Pool

15. Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (431 reviews)
"The stuffs are very friendly!"
Japan
MASAKO
The price is AED 126
AED 145 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A terrace with wicker furniture, a table, and chairs, overlooking a body of water and hills.

16. Gaya Centre Hotel

Gaya Centre Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (744 reviews)
"Location was excellent "
Canada
King Wong
The price is AED 114
AED 123 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Gaya Centre Hotel
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with sofas and chairs, and a large staircase.

17. The Klagan Regency

The Klagan Regency
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (337 reviews)
"We loved the Klagan regency. Everything about it was amazing. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay there again if we visit Kota Kinabalu."
Ireland
Olive
The price is AED 185
AED 210 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
The Klagan Regency
A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking a mountainous landscape.

18. Kokol Haven Resort

Kokol Haven Resort
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Nice n comfy.."
Malaysia
Catherine
The price is AED 228
AED 255 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Kokol Haven Resort
A poolside area with a clear view of the sunset over the water, a lounge area with blue cushions, and a person serving a drink.

19. C'haya Hotel

C'haya Hotel
3.5 star property
Tanjung Aru
7.8 out of 10, Good, (226 reviews)
"Not a hotel to say anything exciting about. It’s ok if you’re looking for a place closer to the airport. TV was not working, internet disappointing, no breakfast on one day, the next day they had no jam for the toast, pool was very busy. Rooms are ok though. "
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveler
C'haya Hotel
A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a view of the city skyline.

20. Oceania Hotel

Oceania Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (528 reviews)
"Convenient, accessible to all the key places in KK."
Malaysia
SYED NASIRIN
The price is AED 137
AED 157 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Oceania Hotel
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AED 223
AED 272 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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Kota Kinabalu and related destinations

Climb Signal Hill at dawn for panoramic views of the city skyline and islands dotting the South China Sea. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the night market at the waterfront, while adventure seekers can take day trips to Mount Kinabalu in the nearby national park.

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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

K Hotel

K Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean room, alot of restaurant and cafes are nearby."
Jovita 1-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
K Hotel
Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good
"Located in the Suria mall"
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Hotel 7 Suria

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 3-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Travelers seeking an affordable and pleasant Kota Kinabalu property often choose Seri Borneo Hotel. This 3-star hotel, around 0.32 kilometers north of the center, comes with WiFi and front desk services. Need another suggestion? Situated 0.32 kilometers southwest of downtown and including individually decorated rooms and unlimited data, AC Residence is another top pick among guests.
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