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Discover 563 Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Grandis Hotel
Outdoor pool

Grandis Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (892)
"Staff very helpful and hotel spotless. Well located. We had a really pleasant stay and would stay again"
The price is AED 415
AED 463 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Grandis Hotel
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Fantastic dinner and breakfast, beautiful property, super clean "
The price is AED 281
AED 317 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
The Klagan Hotel
Front of property - evening/night

The Klagan Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Close to lots of amenities "
The Klagan Hotel
Hotel Eden54
Studio Plus | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Eden54

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322)
"A strategic place where you can easily access to jetty Jesselton and restaurants "
The price is AED 97
AED 123 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Hotel Eden54
Qlio Hotel
Deluxe Queen | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Qlio Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (53)
"staff is friendry and couteous . next time i choice this hotel. "
Qlio Hotel
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
Reception

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14)
"Cleanliness left a lot to be desired. Check in experience was good. "
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Lobby

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (953)
"Great location, great service and great food"
The price is AED 288
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
OYO 210 Hotel Five 2
Lobby sitting area

OYO 210 Hotel Five 2

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (110)
"Excellent, a great value in a perfect location near tons of restaurants. Strong wifi and shower, comfortable bed and bedding, very clean, super nice and helpful staff, and kettle + water cooler provided "
The price is AED 77
AED 96 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jun - 14 Jun
OYO 210 Hotel Five 2
Hotel 7 Suria
Premier Double Room | View from room

Hotel 7 Suria

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (117)
"Great hotel! We stayed there twice during our trip to Mount Kinabalu. The room was nice sized, bathroom was perfect and breakfast was good. Will stay again when in KK. "
The price is AED 158
AED 195 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Hotel 7 Suria
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (186)
"Very nice hotel, will be staying here next time I’m in KK."
The price is AED 209
AED 271 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
King Seaview Suite (High Floor) | View from room

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (187)
"It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool. "
The price is AED 516
AED 566 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Lovely staff, beautiful location and comfortable, clean room"
The price is AED 474
AED 526 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jun - 13 Jun
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (590)
"Excellent five star hotel. "
The price is AED 372
AED 411 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great view and easy access to nearby amenities "
The price is AED 274
AED 305 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hotel Capital
Deluxe King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Hotel Capital

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (297)
"Very central. Clean, modern bathroom, comfortable beds, efficient staff"
The price is AED 105
AED 136 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Hotel Capital
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37)
"Excellent service, great location, Excellent breakfast. "
The price is AED 260
AED 290 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"Another fantastic stay at this hotel. So friendly and everything very modern. A great place to stay in KK"
The price is AED 264
AED 293 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Hotel DeLeeton
Superior Twin | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Hotel DeLeeton

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (86)
"Ok hotel for staying the night. For the price, it's worth it."
Hotel DeLeeton
ACJ Residence
View from property

ACJ Residence

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"The hotel room is very clean and spacious. It has all the basic needs, the room itself is all good, very good. The room rate is super reasonable. A minor weakness is the room is situated at the 4th floor, there is no lift so one have to take the stairs up, so this hotel may not be suitable for elderly who have difficulty in walking."
The price is AED 137
AED 156 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jun - 11 Jun
ACJ Residence
Hotel Gaia 95
Property entrance

Hotel Gaia 95

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (189)
"Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price."
The price is AED 84
AED 109 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Hotel Gaia 95
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Tanjung Aru map

Tanjung Aru

Pristine beaches and ample 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.

Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images
Kampung Air map

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.

Karambunai map

Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

Alamesra map

Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Kota Kinabalu City Mosque.

Kepayan map

Kepayan

Kepayan might not have many top sights, but Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah State Mosque are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travelers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighborhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Be sure to check out Anjung Samudera and Centre Point while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is steps from Imago Shopping Mall, and offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighborhood include CJ Residence and The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 283 hotels and other accommodations 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 reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Anjung Samudera, Centre Point, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market while you're in the neighborhood. 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, Anjung Kinabalu and Kompleks Asia City are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.