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Downtown Kota Kinabalu

8 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
4.5/5(90 area reviews)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 327 per night from Mar 15 to Mar 16
AED 327
AED 363 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly

Reviewed on 7 March 2026

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, 20 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
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The price is AED 630 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
AED 630
AED 753 total
6 Apr - 7 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
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The price is AED 345 per night from Mar 27 to Mar 28
AED 345
AED 382 total
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Overall is satisfying, they prepare sahur for Muslim to replace breakfast

Reviewed on 28 February 2026

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February is the cheapest month to book your Kota Kinabalu getaway. Tickets are at their most expensive throughout December, so keep clear of this time if possible.
What are the best things to do in Kota Kinabalu?

  • As Kota Kinabalu's top city, Karambunai is alive with things to do and see. Start your trip here and check off attractions like Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, eat your way around its restaurants and cafés and get to know the history of this place. That's just for starters.
  • If you don't know what to pack other than your passport and wallet, research the local weather. This will help you choose your travel clothing for the time of year you're visiting Karambunai, which has a tropical rainforest climate.