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Recommended hotels in Kota Kinabalu

1. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Japan
Genya
₩70,393
₩92,908 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

2. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Canada
XIAO HUI
₩106,758
₩118,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Italy
Davide
₩123,438
₩136,649 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
₩273,566
₩326,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Kingsley
₩117,075
₩129,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

6. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
Japan
Hiroshi
₩360,307
₩593,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Gaya Island Resort

7. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Heidi
₩87,864
₩94,897 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
₩139,786
₩154,305 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

9. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Thomas
₩92,503
₩103,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Raul Miguel
₩108,361
₩120,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"위치적으로 매우 훌륭합니다. 가야스트릿과 DBKK선착장까지의 접근성이 좋고 주변에 식사가기도 좋고 관광지와의 거리도 매우 좋습니다."
tae seung 3-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Grandis Hotel
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Frequently asked questions

Searching for romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Are you and your partner looking for a romantic escape? Couples choose Kota Kinabalu for its beautiful island views and waterfront location. You might want to spend some time strolling hand in hand through the natural surroundings with a visit to Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, or Sabah Agricultural Park. Whether you want to soak in a hot tub or have a romantic dinner by candlelight, you'll be sure to find your ideal accommodation in Kota Kinabalu to make for a relaxing weekend away.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Kota Kinabalu?
If you're looking forward to lots of outings with your partner, check out these details about year-round temperatures in Kota Kinabalu: The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What is there to do in Kota Kinabalu?
There's nothing better than seeing a new place with your sweetheart, so consider taking time to discover all there is to see and do in Kota Kinabalu. Couples looking for a little of everything will enjoy Kota Kinabalu for its island views, parks, and shopping. You might think about stopping by Centre Point, KK Plaza, or Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're seeing the sights.
What's the best way to get to Kota Kinabalu and around town during my romantic getaway?
This information about transportation options in Kota Kinabalu might help your romantic getaway go off without a hitch: To get to Kota Kinabalu, you can fly into Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is the closest major airport, located 4 mi (6.5 km) from the city center. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can explore options for water transportation at the local marina.