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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.

CJ Residence
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

CJ Residence

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"We had a very lovely stay, staff was very kind and welcoming. Room was clean, amenities provided. Comfortable room with everything you need. Would definitely stay again! "
The price is ₩45,013
₩51,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
CJ Residence
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Fantastic dinner and breakfast, beautiful property, super clean "
The price is ₩167,862
₩184,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Seaview Capsule Hotel
View from property

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. "
The price is ₩20,924
₩27,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 31 - Aug 1
Seaview Capsule Hotel
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
AJ Residence 1 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"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. "
The price is ₩53,555
₩61,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (191)
"Good location"
The price is ₩106,513
₩134,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Qlio Hotel
Deluxe Queen | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Qlio Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (54)
"staff is friendry and couteous . next time i choice this hotel. "
The price is ₩35,116
₩41,153 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Qlio Hotel
Hotel Eden54
Studio Plus | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Eden54

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322)
"A strategic place where you can easily access to jetty Jesselton and restaurants "
The price is ₩37,686
₩47,698 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Hotel Eden54
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Deluxe Double Room | 1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Another fantastic stay at this hotel. So friendly and everything very modern. A great place to stay in KK"
The price is ₩97,992
₩109,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
Reception

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (14)
"Great location at Gaya Street with night market & morning market selling many interesting foodstuffs and wares. Convenient as many dining shops nearby with Chinese, Malay & Western food easily available. Hotel is clean & eco-friendly with hospitable staff. Will definitely stay here again."
The price is ₩75,742
₩85,029 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 8 - Jul 9
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Lobby lounge

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (131)
"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 ₩134,433
₩148,416 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Very convenient and the view at 9th floor was beautiful."
The price is ₩174,294
₩191,466 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
KK Times Square Hotel
Exterior

KK Times Square Hotel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (163)
"The room was not as expected. I read great reviews but sadly, we were unlucky. The room was so dusty, not clean. The deluxe king seems like a deluxe queen. Our room electricty keeps tripping. For a deluxe king, the room is small, i think we were given the wrong room coz we requested differently. The only great thing about it is it is walking distance to Imago. "
The price is ₩56,484
₩64,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
KK Times Square Hotel
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Lobby

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (957)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
The price is ₩161,706
₩177,870 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Api-Api Guest House
Dining

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (18)
"Nil"
The price is ₩33,973
₩43,316 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Api-Api Guest House
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Waterfront View) | Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (77)
"Car park gelap & berair , paip air buang bocor"
The price is ₩96,010
₩116,520 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great location and friendly staff "
The price is ₩136,578
₩150,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hotel Gaia 95
Property entrance

Hotel Gaia 95

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (190)
"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 ₩35,010
₩44,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Hotel Gaia 95
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"If given a chance I will still go back and use this hotel..its not like the high end ones but considering its price, Dreamtel is really good. Very convenient and even the check in and check out is very hassle free."
The price is ₩34,875
₩44,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37)
"Excellent service, great location, Excellent breakfast. "
The price is ₩118,617
₩131,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
SOHO | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (111)
"Great place. Walking distance to all. "
The price is ₩47,437
₩54,460 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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

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.

Karambunai map

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 map

Alamesra

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

Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images
Kampung Air map

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 map

Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider a stop by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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 Kompleks Asia City 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 CJ Residence and The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels.

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

Expedia has 285 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?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kompleks Asia City, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market 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.