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Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Couple Double Room (CJ 2) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Business Double Room (CJ 3) | Room amenity

1. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Handicraft Market

Scott

AED 99

AED 117 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request)

Romantic Double Room (AC 5) | Coffee and/or coffee maker

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

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Handicraft Market

Zhen

AED 98

AED 116 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Grand Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

3. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Handicraft Market

Yuta

AED 121

AED 140 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

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

Kampung Air, 0.5 km from Handicraft Market

Ganesh

AED 118

AED 137 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Club Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Handicraft Market

Davide

AED 345

AED 382 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Sep - 20 Sep

Coffee/tea maker, shared fridge, shared microwave, electric kettle

6. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Handicraft Market

Donna

AED 141

AED 153 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sep - 19 Sep

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

7. Signel Hostel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Handicraft Market

Richard

AED 53

AED 66 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

King Hill View Room | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

8. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Handicraft Market

Paul

AED 443

AED 488 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sep - 18 Sep

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

9. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Handicraft Market

Thomas

AED 254

AED 284 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sep - 7 Sep

Superior Twin Room (With window) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

10. Hotel Gaia 95

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Handicraft Market

Brittany

AED 81

AED 105 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sep - 23 Sep

2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free)

11. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Handicraft Market

Cilla

AED 344

AED 381 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sep - 11 Sep

Presidential One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Balcony

Signature One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | In-room dining

Premium One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, cleaning supplies, freezer, ice maker

12. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Handicraft Market

Yan Ting

AED 155

AED 237 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sep - 15 Sep

Deluxe Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

13. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Handicraft Market

John

AED 161

AED 199 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sep - 9 Sep

Junior Suite | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

14. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Handicraft Market

Kanai

AED 145

AED 167 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sep - 6 Sep

15. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Handicraft Market

"Enjoyable stay and a great budget property choice. Staff were all helpful, Wi-Fi good, rooms, although snug, more than adequate for sleeping and showering. The one thing that let the property down was the lack of options at breakfast. Everyday a different breakfast meal was given but you had no idea what it would be and didn’t have another option to choose if it wasn’t to your liking. That said, the quality of the food was good. Would happily stay at the property again if looking for somewhere...

Wayne

AED 109

AED 127 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sep - 21 Sep

Minimalist King Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Industrial Family Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

16. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Handicraft Market

Zachary

AED 113

AED 131 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Sep - 6 Sep

Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

17. Walk In Hotel

Kampung Air, 0.3 km from Handicraft Market

Bahrinizam

AED 115

AED 125 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sep - 19 Sep

Deluxe King | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

18. Qlio Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Handicraft Market

Myona

AED 105

AED 123 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

Deluxe King | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), bed sheets

19. Hotel DeLeeton

Kampung Air, 0.5 km from Handicraft Market

Anonymous traveler

AED 86

AED 102 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sep - 29 Sep

Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

20. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Handicraft Market

Anonymous traveler

AED 84

AED 110 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Sep - 13 Sep

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Compare popular hotels close to Handicraft Market

Property	Property class	Guest rating
CJ Residence	9.6 Exceptional 55 reviews	View
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 96 reviews	View
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Handicraft Market Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great locations and tidy facilities"

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"

Hotel Capital

10/10 Excellent

"I LOVE TO STAY WITH THIS HOTEL. VERY CONVENIENCE. NEAR TO TAMU GAYA WHICH ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE TO GO THERE. SURROUNDING WITH NEAR SUPERMARKET AND MALL. . EVERY TIME TO KK, WE WILL STAY TO THIS HOTEL. 5 STAR TO STAY HERE"

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"위치적으로 매우 훌륭합니다. 가야스트릿과 DBKK선착장까지의 접근성이 좋고 주변에 식사가기도 좋고 관광지와의 거리도 매우 좋습니다."

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great location Amazing views Amazing. Breakfast"

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and cosy. Staff very friendly and helpful."

The Klagan Hotel

8/10 Good

"Room is clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and attentive to requests. Walking distance to Centrepoint shopping mall and Handicraft market."

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"Great location , rooms were spacious but very dated property needing updating . Carpets were stained . Buffet was very good with a good selection of local cuisine."

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

10/10 Excellent

"I really enjoyed my stay here; The room and staff itself were amazing and also upgraded my room and catered to all my needs:) The only thing is that it's a bit further from the main area so you have to do a bit more walking but overall really nice"

Other attractions near Handicraft Market

Anjung Kinabalu

You can do some window-shopping at Anjung Kinabalu during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Local Fruits Market

8.4/10 (17 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Local Fruits Market during your stay in Sinsuran Kompleks. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Kota Kinabalu Central Market

7.8/10 (375 reviews)

During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kota Kinabalu Central Market. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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KK Plaza

7.6/10 (97 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at KK Plaza. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Warisan Square

7.2/10 (44 reviews)

During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Warisan Square. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Anjung Samudera

7.6/10 (408 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Anjung Samudera. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the local tours.

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Centre Point

7.8/10 (402 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Centre Point. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Sedco Square

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Sedco Square. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Handicraft Market?

Handicraft Market is located in Pusat Bandar. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful island views and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 325 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Handicraft Market?

Adjacent to Handicraft Market, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options close by include Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.

How many hotels will I find near Handicraft Market?

Expedia has 325 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Handicraft Market.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Handicraft Market, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Handicraft Market.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Handicraft Market?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Handicraft Market, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Handicraft Market?

Sights like Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village highlight some of the local culture. You can wander around Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, or Tanjung Aru Perdana Park if you want a dose of fresh air. Create some family memories at Aquascape Center and Downbelow Adventure Centre.

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Our top choices for Handicraft Market hotels

1. CJ Residence

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

3. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

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

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

6. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

7. Signel Hostel

8. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

9. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10. Hotel Gaia 95

11. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

12. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

13. The Klagan Hotel

14. Mandarin Hotel

15. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

16. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

17. Walk In Hotel

18. Qlio Hotel

19. Hotel DeLeeton

20. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Compare popular hotels close to Handicraft Market

Top Handicraft Market Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Hotel Capital

Grandis Hotel

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

The Klagan Hotel

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Other attractions near Handicraft Market

Anjung Kinabalu

Local Fruits Market

Kota Kinabalu Central Market

KK Plaza

Warisan Square

Anjung Samudera

Centre Point

Sedco Square

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