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Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Very helpful staff. "
Canada
Donna
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay and a great budget property choice. Staff were all helpful, Wi-Fi good, rooms, although snug, more than adequate for sleeping and showering. The one thing that let the property down was the lack of options at breakfast. Everyday a different breakfast meal was given but you had no idea what it would be and didn’t have another option to choose if it wasn’t to your liking. That said, the quality of the food was good. Would happily stay at the property again if looking for somewhere...
United Kingdom
Wayne
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel

ACJ Residence

ACJ Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Room was very clean. I enjoyed the stay and had good sleep before climbing Mount Kinabalu. I would like to recommend this hotel to others."
Japan
Yuta
The price is SAR 149
SAR 171 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
ACJ Residence

Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (244 reviews)
"Staff was courteous and helpful. Room was super clean"
United States
Douglas
The price is SAR 157
SAR 179 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Mandarin Hotel

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Merdeka Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Comfortable stay at Dreamtel. Breakfast was good, staff was service-minded, and room was nice. The hotel has a central location. Good value for money."
Denmark
Anonymous traveler
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is SAR 126
SAR 146 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
CJ Residence

Signel Hostel

Signel Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Friendly staff and cozy comfy beds - would definitely stay again "
United Kingdom
Richard
Signel Hostel

Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (191 reviews)
"Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price."
United States
Chor Seng
The price is SAR 83
SAR 108 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Hotel Gaia 95

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (197 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is SAR 756
SAR 826 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (950 reviews)
"Very clean and proper hotel with decent location and good area, really enjoyed our stay!"
Singapore
Keith
The price is SAR 418
SAR 461 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Horizon Hotel

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. "
United Kingdom
Ganesh
The price is SAR 139
SAR 160 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
2.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (112 reviews)
"Very polite staff - always up for a chat"
Australia
George
The price is SAR 68
SAR 87 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb
Hotel O Five 2

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (53 reviews)
"Room is clean and nee"
Singapore
Kim-Foo
The price is SAR 300
SAR 333 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

AC Residence

AC Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (91 reviews)
"I was worried because the residence doesn’t have a reception, but communication was excellent, and the staff are nearby to respond quickly. The staff are very friendly, and the room is extremely clean and tidy. There are many places to visit nearby, so the location is great. It was the best accommodation."
South Korea
??
The price is SAR 121
SAR 141 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
AC Residence

The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (463 reviews)
"This is a nice smaller hotel in an interesting area of KK. Be mindful that if you get a room at the back of the hotel that there is quite at bit of noise from the road. "
Australia
Nicholas
The price is SAR 208
SAR 235 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
The Jesselton Hotel

Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (479 reviews)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
The price is SAR 221
SAR 257 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Hotel Sixty3

Jsia Hotel

Jsia Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (28 reviews)
"The room was comfortable and clean. It will be great if cloth hanger is installed inside the room and kiblat direction was labelled for muslim tourists."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveler
Jsia Hotel

Walk In Hotel

Walk In Hotel
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (12 reviews)
"Great location as parking is more available on the streets than hotels on the north end of the city"
United States
TEKFOH
Walk In Hotel

Qlio Hotel

Qlio Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (55 reviews)
"The hotel is in the city center. Had a great stay over there. "
Malaysia
Myona
Qlio Hotel
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What's the area like around Merdeka Square?
Merdeka Square is located in Bandaran Berjaya. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful island views and top seafood restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 281 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Merdeka Square?
Adjacent to Merdeka Square, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.
How many hotels are there near Merdeka Square?
Expedia has 281 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Merdeka Square.
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What can I see and do near Merdeka Square?
Sights like Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village highlight some of the local culture. Local parks like Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, and Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Bring the family to Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre, and Water World Theme Park while you're checking out the area near Merdeka Square.

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