The Best Family Hotels in Kota Kinabalu from ₩42,822 in 2026

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

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

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.

1. 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.

₩226,101

₩270,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A person lying on a bed with a tablet, using a stylus.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.

A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.

2. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩67,599

₩89,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.

3. 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.

₩115,667

₩124,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

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

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

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

4. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩91,883

₩102,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

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

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.

5. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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

₩112,119

₩124,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

A bathroom with a wooden door, a sink, a mirror, and a shelf with framed pictures.

6. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩36,611

₩42,822 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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.

7. 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.

₩121,417

₩134,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

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.

A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

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

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

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.

₩197,499

₩216,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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Family-friendly hotels with pools in Kota Kinabalu

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.

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

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

₩226,101

₩270,081 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩115,667

₩124,921 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩91,883

₩102,515 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩121,417

₩134,412 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩112,119

₩124,371 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A modern living room with a sofa, a round glass coffee table, and a chair. Large windows with red curtains offer a view of a cityscape and mountains.

A modern building with a sign that reads "Riverson Sembulan".

A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool and a hot tub.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass partition, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩59,132

₩67,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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

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

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

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

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩134,214

₩148,233 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩197,499

₩216,581 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩108,018

₩119,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.

A modern interior with a curved seating arrangement, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a busy street.

A modern interior with a bar area, a grid-like window design, and a sign reading "SAKURA".

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₩147,341

₩162,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

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