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Discover 566 Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels and places to stay, with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Great hotel. "
The price is SAR 604
SAR 661 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Seaview Capsule Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (24)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
Seaview Capsule Hotel

Promenade Service Apartments

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (451)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
The price is SAR 58
SAR 72 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sep - 10 Sep
Promenade Service Apartments

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (780)
"Place is nice, staff very nice but it could cleaner. Years ago it must be a wonderful place it lost potential "
The price is SAR 487
SAR 535 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sep - 13 Sep
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Hotel O New Sabah

2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (8)
"Walking distance to pier to outer islands. Also night market and boardwalk. Good central location. Ask for alley side not Main Street side due to traffic noise. Staff was very nice. WiFi was strong. "
The price is SAR 55
SAR 77 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sep - 17 Sep
Hotel O New Sabah

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"My family was very happy for this trips and feel best enviroment in hotel."
The price is SAR 600
SAR 717 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Gaia 95

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (191)
"Awesome location to enjoy the Saturday & Sunday Gaya Market. Comfortable with basic facilities. Highly recommend if you're planning to explore the nearby area."
The price is SAR 84
SAR 110 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Hotel Gaia 95

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great family friendly hotel "
The price is SAR 325
SAR 363 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Hotel O Five 2

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (110)
"Excellent, a great value in a perfect location near tons of restaurants. Strong wifi and shower, comfortable bed and bedding, very clean, super nice and helpful staff, and kettle + water cooler provided "
The price is SAR 55
SAR 71 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sep - 10 Sep
Hotel O Five 2

Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (85)
"Near market..easy to walk and good place to stay and safety "
The price is SAR 39
SAR 56 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Sep - 12 Sep
Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"The location is good, right next to the water and the main night market and drinking holes."
The price is SAR 311
SAR 345 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sep - 24 Sep
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

AC Residence

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84)
"Very nice hotel, clean, no nonsense, and extremely quick reply. The bed was super comfortable and everything is within walking distance. Highly recommend!"
The price is SAR 124
SAR 143 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sep - 11 Sep
AC Residence

Mandarin Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (238)
"Strategic"
The price is SAR 125
SAR 146 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sep - 5 Sep
Mandarin Hotel

Hotel DeLeeton

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (89)
"The hotel is in a strategic area, easy for food hunting, shopping mall is nearby and all the staff are friendly. Just the room facilieties were prepared with old stuff. But overall everything is good."
Hotel DeLeeton

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (203)
"Free breakfast was excellent "
The price is SAR 195
SAR 255 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sep - 21 Sep
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Lovely staff, beautiful location and comfortable, clean room"
The price is SAR 551
SAR 609 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sep - 19 Sep
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Ease Hotel

3.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (69)
"overall is good, nothing to complain"
The price is SAR 76
SAR 100 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Ease Hotel

Hotel O Storytel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (35)
"Very friendly staff. Clean and efficient room. Very calm."
The price is SAR 57
SAR 75 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sep - 16 Sep
Hotel O Storytel

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (136)
"This is a modern city type hotel beautifully decorated, with easy access to nearby restaurants, ideal for a short stay visiting Kotakinabalu .Ms Linda, front desk manager and her team at the reception were outstanding. This greatly professional staff , made our stay a memorable one. Will be back"
The price is SAR 294
SAR 327 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (18)
"Nil"
Api-Api Guest House
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Tanjung Aru

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Likas

Visitors to Likas enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is worth a stop.

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travelers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighborhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Be sure to check out Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighborhood include The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels and Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 288 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

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What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market, and Imago Shopping Mall. You could also plan a visit to Gaya Street Sunday Market or Suria Sabah Shopping Mall while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Anjung Samudera, and Warisan Square. While you're out sightseeing, Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.