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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu family-friendly hotels

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern interior with three arched windows, leather seating, and a central table.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Experience family bliss at this Kota Kinabalu hotel where little ones splash in their own pool while parents unwind poolside.
AED 295
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A person lying on a bed with a tablet, using a stylus.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.
A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.

2. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 174
AED 231 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
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.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with a book and a cup, and a view of the sea and greenery.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

3. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
  • Splash into a paradise of aquatic fun where private beaches and waterpark adventures make this seaside resort a family dream come true.
AED 668
AED 797 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

4. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Family wonderland on the coast—explore kids' pools, luxury amenities, and friendly staff at Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.
AED 307
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 360
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.
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.

6. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Family-friendly paradise by the sea offers a relaxing pool, luxurious spa, and endless activities for kids of all ages.
AED 333
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.
A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
A bathroom with a wooden door, a sink, a mirror, and a shelf with framed pictures.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.

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

CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 100
AED 117 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
An outdoor playground with a slide and climbing structure, surrounded by a patterned carpet and a stone wall.
A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 252
AED 281 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.
A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a white toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.
A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.

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

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 101
AED 119 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.
A tall hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a Mercure hotel.
A lobby with a blue sofa, yellow chairs, and a staircase.
A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of buildings.

10. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 222
AED 249 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Breakfast included
Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Family-friendly hotels with free breakfast in Kota Kinabalu

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern interior with three arched windows, leather seating, and a central table.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 295
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.
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.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
AED 668
AED 797 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 360
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 307
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.
A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 174
AED 231 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.
A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 252
AED 281 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.
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.

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 333
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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 spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 368
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.
An aerial view of a golf course with a large hotel, water bodies, and lush greenery.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 504
AED 556 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A modern hotel corridor with a marble floor, dark wooden walls, and a large abstract artwork on the left.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a bar area.
A spacious living room with a modern sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.
A reception area with a marble counter, wooden bench, and decorative wall panels.

Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 395
AED 439 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Grandis Hotel
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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern interior with three arched windows, leather seating, and a central table.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 295
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.
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.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
AED 668
AED 797 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 360
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 307
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.
A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 252
AED 281 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.
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.

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 333
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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 spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 368
AED 406 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.
An aerial view of a golf course with a large hotel, water bodies, and lush greenery.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 504
AED 556 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A modern hotel corridor with a marble floor, dark wooden walls, and a large abstract artwork on the left.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a bar area.
A spacious living room with a modern sofa, a round coffee table, and a chandelier.
A reception area with a marble counter, wooden bench, and decorative wall panels.

Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 395
AED 439 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Grandis Hotel
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a unique sink, and a large window offering a city view.
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a road and greenery.
A hallway with a wooden door, a mirror, and a chandelier.

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
AED 215
AED 243 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"Great staff and lovely breakfast"
Linda 4-night trip
Posted 8 hours 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

Frequently asked questions

What's Kota Kinabalu like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of Kota Kinabalu is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids. The snorkeling spots, boating, and island setting are just a few things that make this an attractive vacation spot for families. Fly into Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation in Kota Kinabalu?
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is a resort with free water park access and 2 outdoor pools, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other good options for your kid-friendly vacation include Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and Hilton Kota Kinabalu.
How many family-friendly hotels will I find in Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 11 family-friendly hotels and other accommodations in Kota Kinabalu.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Kota Kinabalu?
The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Kota Kinabalu?
Centre Point and KK Plaza are interesting attractions you and your family might enjoy exploring while you are staying in Kota Kinabalu. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Kota Kinabalu Central Market and Gaya Street Sunday Market.
What's the best way for us to get around Kota Kinabalu?
To see more of the surrounding area, hop aboard a train at Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. Kota Kinabalu may not have many public transit options to choose from so consider a car rental to maximize your time.