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Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ₩232,497
₩273,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Helpful staff"
Singapore
GRAHAM ANDREW
The price is ₩130,339
₩144,289 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 17 - Jan 18, 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. However, this is an older hotel and for a similar price you could stay at some of the newer hotels in KK."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ₩128,204
₩142,019 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is ₩48,060
₩55,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
CJ Residence

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (977)
"Very good."
Australia
Yifeng
The price is ₩118,172
₩131,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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, (145)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is ₩115,544
₩128,311 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

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, (218)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is ₩74,035
₩97,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (601)
"Hotel staff unprofessional "
United Kingdom
Jiarui
The price is ₩144,430
₩159,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (196)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is ₩148,071
₩163,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

A Residence

A Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is ₩54,161
₩62,017 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
A 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)
"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 ₩48,176
₩55,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

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)
"Very helpful staff. "
Canada
Donna
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

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)
"clean"
Malaysia
Nur Azrin
The price is ₩73,431
₩100,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

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)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Kok Ken
The price is ₩106,949
₩119,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (191)
"Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price."
United States
Chor Seng
The price is ₩38,211
₩48,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Hotel Gaia 95

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9)
"Everything is great. Nearby many attractions."
Malaysia
Khairul
Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (478)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
The price is ₩89,470
₩103,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Hotel Sixty3

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Reasonable price and convenient."
Malaysia
Ong
The price is ₩55,482
₩63,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is ₩147,431
₩162,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (243)
"Staff was courteous and helpful. Room was super clean"
United States
Douglas
The price is ₩62,457
₩70,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Mandarin Hotel
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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.

Likas

Likas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in town.

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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 Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 333 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.