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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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (233 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"
Singapore
KIAN HEONG
The price is AED 323
AED 409 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Reception

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (333 reviews)
"Room is very noisy Everything else was great Amazing breakfast and amazing staff "
Canada
Farzad
The price is AED 194
AED 237 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Our state was very nice. No problems. Just to be aware that this is not the touristy part of town. With no offense meant, we were the only white couple. We saw the whole time in this area. Everyone was smiling and friendly. No problem whatsoever with the locals they were very welcoming!"
Singapore
Randy
The price is AED 224
AED 251 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
Indoor pool, outdoor pool

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (724 reviews)
"The pool is a nice addition after a long day of excursions."
Canada
Kian Yung
The price is AED 216
AED 242 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is AED 288
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (198 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful stay, tasty breakfast, nice room and great pool to use. The little shop onsite was good too. All food was amazing. "
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is AED 102
AED 120 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Aerial view

Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (910 reviews)
"I was upgraded to the best room due to unavailability of the room i booked which was great."
Malaysia
jasmindar kaur
The price is AED 264
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Grandis Hotel
Beach massages

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
4.0 star property
Karambunai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (787 reviews)
"I would say this resort has plenty of activities and amenities which is very convenient. Peaceful resort with a beautiful beach right in front of me. I wish the food selection and taste could be improved."
Malaysia
Madihah
The price is AED 330
AED 365 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
2 outdoor pools

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
4.0 star property
Karambunai
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (354 reviews)
"View was fine "
Australia
Matthew
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Asaya Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Refurbished 2024

Asaya Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Refurbished 2024
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (154 reviews)
"Great stay as usual. Thank you to the staff for looking after us."
Australia
Eddy
Asaya Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Refurbished 2024
Lobby

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (602 reviews)
"I like this hotel very much. The room is spacious for the 2 of us. The beds, room and corridors are clean. The hotel is still being upgrading but we are not affected in anyway. The upgrading has improved the ambience. Buffet breakfast is also good. The location is so convenient for walking to Imago mall and the waterfront. But it’s really too hot for walking. So Grab is cooler!! Also the staff at front desk is so helpful and polite. Recommended 👍"
Singapore
BeeBee
The price is AED 442
AED 490 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"excellent stay place 💕"
Singapore
Queia
The price is AED 231
AED 259 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Deluxe Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (954 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay .It was a a spacious and comfortable room .The staff were friendly and helpful and the included breakfast was very nice .The pool was pleasant too .The location was convenient too."
United States
John
The price is AED 366
AED 405 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Horizon Hotel
Spa reception

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (784 reviews)
"Great stay. Lovely hotel"
United Kingdom
edward
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV, Netflix

The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz

The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"Excellent stay! Clean, comfortable room, very friendly and helpful staff, and a great location. Everything was perfect – highly recommended, would definitely stay here again!"
United Kingdom
Krisztina Rahel
The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
Exclusive Apartment, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Pool View | Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU

HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"Clean rooms, convenient to Imago (15-minute walk). Surrounding area needs improvement. Unfortunately, experienced air-conditioning leakage."
Malaysia
EDMUND JOHN KIAN LOON
The price is AED 237
AED 265 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU
Lobby

Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay
4.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2 reviews)
"Room was clean, location was convenient."
Singapore
Mark Jian Hao
The price is AED 126
AED 242 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay
Exterior

Borneo Eagle Resort

Borneo Eagle Resort
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Une établissement unique à Bornéo, situé sur une île magnifique, loin de la foule. L’équipe a été parfaite, les repas délicieux, et les activités proposées sont très bien organisées."
France
REMI
Borneo Eagle Resort
Exterior

Jesselton Point Homestay

Jesselton Point Homestay
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Jesselton Point Homestay
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, pool umbrellas

MoonLight Residence

MoonLight Residence
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
4.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"シャワーでお湯が出ない。（出るのかもしれないが使い方が分からない） 外国人向けの説明が欲しい。"
Japan
HIROKI
MoonLight Residence
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AED 894 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
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Kota Kinabalu and related destinations

Climb Signal Hill at dawn for panoramic views of the city skyline and islands dotting the South China Sea. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the night market at the waterfront, while adventure seekers can take day trips to Mount Kinabalu in the nearby national park.

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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

8/10 Good
"Well located with easy access to ferry terminal and main business district. Property needs a little updating and maintenance, but rooms are large, clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and helpful. Plenty of places to eat within easy walking distance."
Nicolas 5-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

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What are the best 4-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
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