Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu
Visit Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Popular places to visit
Imago Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.
Oceanus Waterfront Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.
Kompleks Asia City
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Kompleks Asia City. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Gaya Street Sunday Market
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly
Reviewed on 7 March 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Overall is satisfying, they prepare sahur for Muslim to replace breakfast
Reviewed on 28 February 2026
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
The space was so lovely between the room, the lobby, and the facilities. The food and drinks at the restaurant were delicious, but special shoutout to the staff. Housekeeping was efficient and thorough, the other staff (especially those at the bar) were so incredibly professional and attentive.
Reviewed on 8 March 2026
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Cleanliness, room size
Reviewed on 18 February 2026
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Good
Reviewed on 9 March 2026
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 13 February 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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.
Luyang
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider a stop by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighborhood.
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.
Likas
Likas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in town.
Kepayan
Kepayan might not have many top sights, but Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
