The Best Family Hotels in Kota Kinabalu from ₩84,655 in 2026

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Experience family bliss at this Kota Kinabalu hotel where little ones splash in their own pool while parents unwind poolside.

₩109,750

₩121,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.

A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with a book and a cup, and a view of the sea and greenery.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.

2. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Splash into a paradise of aquatic fun where private beaches and waterpark adventures make this seaside resort a family dream come true.

₩191,393

₩229,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.

A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Family-friendly paradise by the sea offers a relaxing pool, luxurious spa, and endless activities for kids of all ages.

₩123,803

₩137,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

4. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Family wonderland on the coast—explore kids' pools, luxury amenities, and friendly staff at Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.

₩117,421

₩130,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

A deck with seating and tables overlooking a body of water.

A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.

A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.

5. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Dive into family adventures with poolside fun, nearby attractions, and amenities for all ages at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu.

₩136,853

₩151,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

An outdoor playground with a slide and climbing structure, surrounded by a patterned carpet and a stone wall.

A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.

6. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩93,689

₩104,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.

A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.

A beach with white lounge chairs, white umbrellas, and a clear view of the water and distant mountains.

7. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

Family paradise resort offers beachfront adventures with a pool, snorkeling, and kids' activities at this luxury escape.

₩361,372

₩595,056 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A resort pool area with multiple water features, including a waterfall and slides, surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story building with red roofs.

An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.

A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

An aerial view of a golf course with a large hotel, water bodies, and lush greenery.

8. The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kids splash through aquatic adventures at this beachfront paradise, complete with waterslides and dedicated children's areas.

₩201,382

₩220,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩109,750

₩121,876 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

₩191,393

₩229,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩123,803

₩137,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩117,421

₩130,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩201,382

₩220,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩136,853

₩151,147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a bathtub, a large window with a view, and a wooden interior.

A conference room with a wooden table, black chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A swimming pool with metal railings, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A view from a window with a glass of red wine and a magazine on a cushioned seat.

Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩88,285

₩104,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩93,689

₩104,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

₩361,372

₩595,056 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.

A lobby with a blue sofa, yellow chairs, and a staircase.

A gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a view of buildings.

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩75,286

₩84,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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