The Best Hotels Closest to Mt Kinabalu in Kota Belud for 2026

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Our top choices for Mt Kinabalu hotels

1. Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park

7.3 km from Mt Kinabalu

Jennifer

A wooden house with a large deck and a covered area.

An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows offering a view of a lush, green landscape.

A mountainous landscape with a red-roofed building surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A white wooden chair with a wooden backrest and armrests, positioned on a wooden deck with a view of a mountain range in the background.

2. Mile 36 Lodge

8.4 km from Mt Kinabalu

Wei Suan

AED 67

AED 89 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A corridor with a green carpet, white walls with black cow patterns, and a ceiling with a grid pattern.

A building with a unique cow-patterned exterior, a red car parked in front, and a sign indicating it's a villa.

A reception desk with a sign, a no-smoking sign, a fan, a plant, and a mural of a landscape.

A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark headboard, and a bedside table with a kettle and cups.

3. Hotel O Mount Hill Villa Kundasang

8.1 km from Mt Kinabalu

Boon

AED 135

AED 161 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a pillow, and a balcony with a mountain view.

A compact kitchen with a built-in stove, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A compact kitchen with a marble backsplash, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small refrigerator.

A row of yellow buildings with blue railings and large windows.

4. Wind Valley Farmstay

8 km from Mt Kinabalu

Arifin

AED 148

AED 184 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A dining area with a large window, wooden walls, and a chandelier.

A wooden sign with room names and dates, a modern house with a balcony, and lush greenery in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a window with curtains, and a small shelf with a kettle.

A dining area with wooden walls, a large window with a view of trees, and a chandelier.

5. Ayana Holiday Resort

8.1 km from Mt Kinabalu

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AED 123

AED 142 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel with a modern architectural style, featuring a row of rooms with large windows, a parking area, and a mountainous backdrop.

A spacious indoor venue with rows of tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling.

A hotel with a fenced garden area, potted plants, and a well-maintained lawn.

6. Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

9.9 km from Mt Kinabalu

Marco

AED 132

AED 153 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A view of a mountain range through a doorway, with a white building and a wooden door on the left.

A group of people dining at a table in a brightly colored room with pink walls and a staircase in the background.

A view from a window with a metal frame, overlooking a balcony with potted plants and a red towel hanging on the railing.

A room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

7. Kupi-Kupi & Stay

8 km from Mt Kinabalu

Ezra

AED 112

AED 143 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden structure with a covered roof and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A rustic wooden structure with a metal roof, a water feature, and a map on the wall.

A kitchen with a window view of trees, a sink, and various kitchen utensils.

A room with a refrigerator, a freezer, and shelves stocked with various food items.

8. Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel

17 km from Mt Kinabalu

Seok Lan

AED 101

AED 130 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bedroom with a checkered bedspread, a wooden headboard, and a colorful abstract painting.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fan, and a curtain.

A hotel with multiple buildings, a parking area, and a mountainous backdrop.

A parking lot with several cars and a basketball hoop in the foreground.

9. Ceaser's Place

8.8 km from Mt Kinabalu

Robert

AED 74

AED 96 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A multi-story hotel with balconies and a lush garden.

A wooden pathway flanked by lush greenery and yellow flowers.

A wooden deck with two chairs and a table, overlooking a valley with hills and greenery.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and a buffet counter.

10. Celyn Resort Kinabalu

12.9 km from Mt Kinabalu

Lay Nah

A mountainous landscape with houses and a road.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a window with curtains, a computer, and a small shelf with items.

A room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There are windows with curtains.

A white building with a red roof, surrounded by a garden with a circular stone feature and a pathway.

11. Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang

9.8 km from Mt Kinabalu

Amina

AED 153

AED 174 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A mountainous landscape with a prominent peak, a valley with scattered buildings, and pine trees in the foreground.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk labeled "CRYSTAL HILL," a fish tank, a clock, and a chair with a polka dot cushion.

A pool table with a clear view of a mountainous landscape through large windows.

Two single beds with beige bedding, a nightstand with a lamp, and blue towels on the beds.

12. Crystal Hill R

11 km from Mt Kinabalu

Imran

AED 62

AED 82 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A wicker hanging chair, a wooden reception desk, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

A reception area with a wooden block counter, stone wall, and large glass doors leading to an outdoor area.

A room with a bed, a wall with a cartoon character, and a hanging light fixture.

A two-story building with a purple roof and a covered porch.

13. Hotel O Pogimpaan Homestay

16.9 km from Mt Kinabalu

Aileen

AED 53

AED 69 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A wooden deck with a table and four chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern building with a large glass facade, surrounded by lush greenery and a dirt path leading to the entrance.

A wooden dining table with six chairs, large windows with a view of a forested mountain, and a hanging light fixture.

A living room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a television.

14. Mesilau Mountain Retreats

16.7 km from Mt Kinabalu

Zachary

AED 746

AED 816 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

15. Wayn Zen Rose Cabin

8.9 km from Mt Kinabalu

"Booked for Queen Bed Room at ground floor for RM239 (before discount). Few times stay at Rose Cabin since 2004. But this time too much difference...a bit run down. It's over priced for the facilities provided. Even spacious room, but no TV, no fan (so stuffy), toilet inside the room with no toiletries, bathroom (hot shower) is outside of the room at the veranda (no privacy) with very little all in one shampoo. Nothing much to do here. Check in/out counter only open from 8am till 8pm. After that...

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A neatly made bed with white linens and a green-striped towel, a headboard, and a plain wall.

A hotel corridor with a sign advertising room availability and a contact number.

A red building with a sign for 'Lodge 37 Hotel Suites' and a '2CO eco-shop' at the ground level.

A conference room with a desk, chairs, a laptop, a plant, and a clock on the wall.

16. Lodge 37

17.7 km from Mt Kinabalu

AED 58

AED 71 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

An open wooden door leading to an outdoor area with a view of mountains.

A rustic wooden house with a porch, surrounded by a grassy area and a tree with ripe fruit.

A market stall with durians displayed in crates.

A single-story building with a flat roof, a porch, and a clear sky.

17. BambooZinc Campstay Pekan Nabalu

11.8 km from Mt Kinabalu

AED 56

AED 69 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A narrow pathway flanked by dense foliage and a small structure in the distance.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a counter, and a visible kitchen area.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a computer, and a red table in the background.

A two-story building with a balcony, a covered entrance, and a parking area with cars.

18. Fairy Garden Resort Kundasang

8.9 km from Mt Kinabalu

AED 168

AED 182 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A white building with a red roof, surrounded by a garden with various plants and a paved walkway.

A room with two beds, a window with curtains, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted light.

A hotel room with a wooden table, water bottles, a kettle, and cups with the name 'SABAH' on them.

A bathroom with a shower, sink, toilet, and a mirror.

19. Skyville Zen Resort,Kundasang

9.7 km from Mt Kinabalu

20. The Pampines Villa

7.1 km from Mt Kinabalu

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Compare popular hotels close to Mt Kinabalu

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park	8.4 Very good 105 reviews	View
Mile 36 Lodge	7.2 Good 146 reviews	View
Hotel O Mount Hill Villa Kundasang	8.0 Very good 5 reviews	View
Wind Valley Farmstay	7.8 Good 26 reviews	View
Ayana Holiday Resort	7.4 Good 88 reviews	View

Top Mt Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly staff and the suite was great. You're located directly inside the Kinabalu National Park in Kundasang. We were specifically in one of the Nepenthes Suites which I can say was very nice (one of the King Bed suites). It was roomie, included full bathroom with a shower and hot water, a mini fridge, a sink with a facet for drinkable water, a smart tv (not huge), and a fire place. Entry into the park was 50 ringgit for foreigners, and 10 ringgit for locals. This is a per person/ per entry fee unless you're staying inside the park like we were, in which case the fee lasts 3 days. *If you're staying in the park you can leave the park and come back during these 3 days and you should be able to just show the person at the gate your initial ticket - we did have some confusion where the person at the gate thought we had to pay again, but the people at the front desk were able to confirm the tickets are good for 3 days and they got our second payment returned to us. Our stay also included a breakfast service each morning from the restaurant in the park which was nice (a very short walk from our suite), and they also offered room service from the same restaurant. Room service obviously wasn't included, but there wasn't a service fee or anything apart from the cost of the meals which was also nice coming from the US. Over all my wife and I really enjoyed the stay and I felt it was great value."

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Clean roon good location"

Hotel O Sosodikon Inap Desa

10/10 Excellent

"friendly staff... "

Other attractions near Mt Kinabalu

A mountainous landscape with a red bridge and lush greenery.

Maragang Hill

7.4/10 (11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kundasang with a stop at Maragang Hill. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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A herd of black and white cows grazing in a lush green field with mountains in the background.

Desa Cattle Dairy Farm

9.0/10 (46 reviews)

You can take time to visit Desa Cattle Dairy Farm during your travels to Kundasang. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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A mountainous landscape with traditional wooden buildings and a sign for a heritage site.

Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance

8.6/10 (63 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance, a lovely green space in Kundasang. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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A memorial plaque with a British flag and text dedicated to the 641 British servicemen who died in the Sandakan Prisoner of War Camp and at Ranau 1943-1945.

Kundasang War Memorial

8.4/10 (31 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Kundasang with a visit to Kundasang War Memorial. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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A tree trunk with a large, red, spiky fungus growing from it.

Poring Hot Spring

8.4/10 (40 reviews)

You can take time to visit Poring Hot Spring during your travels to Ranau. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

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Mount Kinabalu Golf Club

6.8/10 (8 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Kundasang at Mount Kinabalu Golf Club. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Sosodikon Hill Kundasang

8.4/10 (15 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sosodikon Hill Kundasang during your travels in Kundasang. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

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Viviane Rafflesia Garden

2.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the great outdoors at Viviane Rafflesia Garden, a lovely green space in Ranau. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Mt Kinabalu?

Mt Kinabalu is located in an area of Kota Belud that travelers like for its mountain views. You'll find 9 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Mt Kinabalu?

D'La Sri Cottage - Asia Camp is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers free parking and free WiFi. It's located 4.4 mi (7 km) from Mt Kinabalu. Other good choices within 5 miles include The Pampines Villa and Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park.

How many hotels are there near Mt Kinabalu?

Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Mt Kinabalu.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Mt Kinabalu.

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

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Mt Kinabalu, click here.

What can I see and do near Mt Kinabalu?

Explore nature at Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance and Maragang Hill. You might plan a visit to Desa Cattle Dairy Farm or Mount Kinabalu Golf Club while you're in the area. Spend some time checking out Sosodikon Hill Kundasang, which is 5.6 mi (9.1 km) from Mt Kinabalu, or make a stop by Kundasang War Memorial, located 6.1 mi (9.8 km) away.

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Our top choices for Mt Kinabalu hotels

1. Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park

2. Mile 36 Lodge

3. Hotel O Mount Hill Villa Kundasang

4. Wind Valley Farmstay

5. Ayana Holiday Resort

6. Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

7. Kupi-Kupi & Stay

8. Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel

9. Ceaser's Place

10. Celyn Resort Kinabalu

11. Skyville Zen Resort, Kundasang

12. Crystal Hill R

13. Hotel O Pogimpaan Homestay

14. Mesilau Mountain Retreats

15. Wayn Zen Rose Cabin

16. Lodge 37

17. BambooZinc Campstay Pekan Nabalu

18. Fairy Garden Resort Kundasang

19. Skyville Zen Resort,Kundasang

20. The Pampines Villa

Compare popular hotels close to Mt Kinabalu

Top Mt Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

Hotel O Sosodikon Inap Desa

Other attractions near Mt Kinabalu

Maragang Hill

Desa Cattle Dairy Farm

Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance

Kundasang War Memorial

Poring Hot Spring

Mount Kinabalu Golf Club

Sosodikon Hill Kundasang

Viviane Rafflesia Garden

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