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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

1. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Canada
HEIDI
AED 307
AED 340 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.
A beachside bar with outdoor seating, palm trees, and string lights.
A golf course with a water body, trees, and a mountain in the background.

2. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
United Kingdom
Eleanor
AED 512
AED 562 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
AED 332
AED 368 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.
A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.
A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
AED 619
AED 740 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Bathroom
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
MRS
AED 373
AED 412 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
A modern interior with a bar area, a grid-like window design, and a sign reading "SAKURA".
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and a view of the kitchen.
A modern interior with a curved seating arrangement, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.

6. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Mark
AED 430
AED 473 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
An open-plan lounge area with wooden flooring and seating, overlooking a body of water and greenery.
A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and lush greenery. There is a white sofa with striped cushions and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.

7. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
AED 749
AED 824 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Gayana Marine Resort
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.

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
AED 367
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
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.
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

9. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Michaela
AED 314
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.
An aerial view of a resort with a marina, golf course, and hotel buildings.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the ocean and mountains.

10. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Antonette
AED 337
AED 376 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a bench, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A wooden deck with a cushioned seating area, a view of the sea, and surrounding greenery.
A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.

11. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
Australia
Nikko
AED 956
AED 1,086 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.
An aerial view of a golf course with a large hotel, water bodies, and lush greenery.
An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.

12. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Bethany
AED 486
AED 538 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.
A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.
A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the mountains, a ceiling fan, and a television.

13. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
United States
Eric
AED 970
AED 1,596 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Gaya Island Resort
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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

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
HweiChuen 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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"
Michaela 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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