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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (197 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is SAR 432
SAR 476 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
Australia
Lisa
The price is SAR 521
SAR 576 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit."
Australia
Shankaran Pillay
The price is SAR 303
SAR 337 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Fantastic view, warm welcome from staffs, clean room condition"
United States
Youngsoo
The price is SAR 680
SAR 812 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, we really enjoyed our stay! The all inclusive was fantastic with premium restaurants included. "
Australia
Jenny
The price is SAR 624
SAR 683 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"This is a very fine modern hotel located in the heart of Kota Kinabulu. We particularly appreciated the fact that it was a short walk to the restaurant row on the waterfront which offered outdoor seating and a variety of cuisines."
United States
Benjamin
The price is SAR 355
SAR 393 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (603 reviews)
"Close to everything"
Canada
Michael
The price is SAR 384
SAR 424 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is SAR 340
SAR 378 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (990 reviews)
"Good Hotel"
Malaysia
MS ANITA
The price is SAR 351
SAR 389 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (507 reviews)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is SAR 1,088
SAR 1,191 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
Gaya Island Resort

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (182 reviews)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is SAR 997
SAR 1,131 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
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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.

Kota Kinabalu featuring tropical scenes and general coastal views
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What are the best 5-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, Hilton Kota Kinabalu and Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel are some of the leading 5-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu, based on reviews by our travelers. These plush hotels rate highly for things such as their location, amenities and guest service standards. Book your favorite and enjoy the best of everything.
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Kota Kinabalu?
Faultless guest service is the hallmark of every 5-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu. From the second you arrive, staff attend to your every whim, whether arranging valet parking or providing a nightly turn-down service. In addition, hotels have to feature upscale amenities to qualify for a 5-star rating. These can include luxury bathrooms, an on-site spa, swimming pools, fine dining restaurants and knowledgeable concierge.