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Our top choices for Merdeka Square hotels

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

1. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is AEDĀ 112
AEDĀ 130 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
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.

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

CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (59 reviews)
"The communication was prompt, accurate, and polite full. Staff assisted by carrying out luggage upstairs, and is happy and polite. The massage chair was an amazing addition to our stay. In the heart of all shops. Will definitely book with them again."
Australia
Kunthea
The price is AEDĀ 97
AEDĀ 114 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

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

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (100 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is AEDĀ 102
AEDĀ 119 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.

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

ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great stay! Clean, modern room and a good location."
Norway
ƅse Lilll S
The price is AEDĀ 121
AEDĀ 140 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.

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

AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isnā€™t that great. "
United Kingdom
Ganesh
The price is AEDĀ 116
AEDĀ 135 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

6. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.8 km from Merdeka Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Very nice room. Excellent breakfast one of the best we've ever had in a hotel"
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is AEDĀ 260
AEDĀ 280 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

7. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Merdeka Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (256 reviews)
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Canada
Catherine
The price is AEDĀ 175
AEDĀ 233 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Lounge

8. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. "
Canada
Donna
The price is AEDĀ 131
AEDĀ 141 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
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.

9. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"Very helpful staff good location"
United Kingdom
MRS
The price is AEDĀ 383
AEDĀ 422 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A deck with seating and tables overlooking a body of water during sunset.

10. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Stayed for our honeymoon staff where attentive and made special arrangements for us. Also very good location and nice room with great view"
Singapore
KAI YUN KATE
The price is AEDĀ 317
AEDĀ 351 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

11. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84 reviews)
"nice,will stay again insyaAllah"
Malaysia
Mohd Hafizuddin
The price is AEDĀ 253
AEDĀ 283 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

12. Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Helpful staff that let me check in early :)"
Australia
Brittany
The price is AEDĀ 72
AEDĀ 95 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Gaia 95
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

13. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We thought the staff were wonderful and the hotel was very elegant. The breakfast was especially good."
United States
Kip
The price is AEDĀ 278
AEDĀ 310 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.

14. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
2.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"New hotel located in the central of the city. Clean and good vibe. Staffs are very warm and friendly. Definitely will visit again! keep up the good work!"
Malaysia
Kim
The price is AEDĀ 238
AEDĀ 267 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Shore' sign, featuring a grid-like facade and a central entrance.

15. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Staff very nice and helpful, room is clean and tidy. "
Malaysia
Yan Ting
The price is AEDĀ 116
AEDĀ 191 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a minibar.

16. Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (319 reviews)
"Shops nearby, good location."
United States
SofĆ­a
The price is AEDĀ 89
AEDĀ 114 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel Capital
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea at sunset.

17. Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Merdeka Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (926 reviews)
"Great hotel for the price. Clean and staff were very welcoming. Plus, a great area with shops and restaurants."
United States
Christopher
The price is AEDĀ 340
AEDĀ 376 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Grandis Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for 'HOTEL SIXTY-3'.

18. Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (484 reviews)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
The price is AEDĀ 249
AEDĀ 288 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Hotel Sixty3
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several receptionists, and a large potted plant.

19. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
The price is AEDĀ 154
AEDĀ 182 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
The Klagan Hotel
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".

20. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (253 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is AEDĀ 135
AEDĀ 155 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Mandarin Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Merdeka Square

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
5 reviews
View
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.
CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
59 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
100 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
View
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
10 reviews
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Other attractions near Merdeka Square

Atkinson Clock Tower

7.6/10 (17 reviews)
Learn about the local history of Pusat Bandar with a stop at Atkinson Clock Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.
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Top Merdeka Square Hotel Reviews

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

These guys know what they're doing. Absolutely amazing communication immediately after booking. They send you all the details. And tell you to update them when you're on your way. So if you're lost they will help you find the way. The interior design, the lighting, the quality and finishing, the marble used. You would think you are at a 5 star hotel. But the prices are waaaaay more attainble and what you're pay for. You are getting a bargain. Just the quality of toilet paper they're using...
United States
Rabih
Reviewed September 13, 2025
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Merdeka Square?

Merdeka Square is located in Bandaran Berjaya. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful island views and top seafood restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 283 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Merdeka Square?

Adjacent to Merdeka Square, 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 within a short distance include Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.

How many hotels are there near Merdeka Square?

Expedia has 283 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Merdeka Square.

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

Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Merdeka Square.

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What can I see and do near Merdeka Square?

Sights like Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village highlight some of the local culture. Local parks like Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, and Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Bring the family to Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre, and Orchid De Villa while you're checking out the area near Merdeka Square.