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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit."
Australia
Shankaran Pillay
The price is ₩179,274
₩197,268 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (988 reviews)
"Very good."
Australia
Yifeng
The price is ₩180,430
₩198,516 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (601 reviews)
"Hotel staff unprofessional "
United Kingdom
Jiarui
The price is ₩193,579
₩212,717 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Signature Inn

Signature Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Great location, 24/7 security that let ut in at night. Simple room but perfect for exploring the city."
Norway
Halvor
The price is ₩28,913
₩34,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Signature Inn

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (219 reviews)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is ₩93,210
₩120,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 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 ₩178,969
₩196,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is ₩43,657
₩50,802 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
CJ Residence

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (147 reviews)
"Spacious and clean. Feel calming from the fragrance of body care products. Good experience with this hotel. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Carol
The price is ₩119,800
₩133,036 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

A Residence

A Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is ₩56,156
₩64,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
A Residence

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 ₩248,366
₩271,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Seaview Capsule Hotel

Seaview Capsule Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (27 reviews)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
United States
Benjamin
Seaview Capsule Hotel

The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
United States
Gustav
The price is ₩55,038
₩68,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
The Klagan Hotel

1 City Hotel

1 City Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (36 reviews)
"Very well situated, beautiful room. Staff is very helpful and welcoming but quite limited in English. TV had only one channel (Chinese). "
Philippines
olivier
1 City Hotel

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Kok Ken
The price is ₩110,888
₩123,411 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (479 reviews)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
The price is ₩87,158
₩101,267 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Hotel Sixty3

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (21 reviews)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

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

AC Residence

AC Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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
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The price is ₩46,742
₩54,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
AC Residence

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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 ₩49,951
₩57,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"clean"
Malaysia
Nur Azrin
The price is ₩105,665
₩136,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
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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.

Karambunai

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

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.

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.

Kepayan

Kepayan might not have many top sights, but Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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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, Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is steps from Imago Shopping Mall, and offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighborhood include CJ Residence and AC Residence.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 325 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, Kota Kinabalu Central Market, and KK Plaza. 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.