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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

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 ₩49,896
₩57,536 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Reasonable price and convenient."
Malaysia
Ong
The price is ₩66,280
₩75,230 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

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 ₩110,137
₩122,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

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 ₩161,261
₩177,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Eden54

Hotel Eden54
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322 reviews)
"A strategic place where you can easily access to jetty Jesselton and restaurants "
Australia
Anonymous traveler
Hotel Eden54

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 ₩28,717
₩34,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Signature Inn

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 ₩49,493
₩57,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
CJ Residence

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
Australia
Lisa
The price is ₩215,528
₩236,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium

Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (77 reviews)
"Car park gelap & berair , paip air buang bocor"
Malaysia
NOR DIN
The price is ₩96,468
₩117,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium

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

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 ₩55,776
₩63,866 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
A Residence

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ₩91,941
₩102,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 12 - Feb 13
GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (602 reviews)
"Hotel staff unprofessional "
United Kingdom
Jiarui
The price is ₩167,828
₩184,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

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 ₩67,624
₩94,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Most Luxurious Penthouse

Most Luxurious Penthouse
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
Most Luxurious Penthouse

Pinay Home - The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Pinay Home - The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is ₩41,987
₩67,112 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 7 - Feb 8
Pinay Home - The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Wah May Hotel

Wah May Hotel
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"A RECOMMENDED HOTEL THAT THAT IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED, CLEAN AND OFFERS VERY GOOD ACCOMMODATION IN ONE OF THE TOP LOCATIONS IN KOTA KINABALU...THE STAFF AND THE MANAGEMENT IS GENUINELY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL...THE HOTEL IS LOCATED NEXT TO SEVERAL OLDER MALLS (WISMA MERDEKA AND THE KK MALL) AND THE NEW SARIAH SABAH MALL...THE FARMERS MARKET AND GAYA STREET ARE JUST A COUPLE OF HUNDRED METERS AWAY...LOTS OF GREAT RESTAURANT CHOICES NEARBY...HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!"
United States
JIM
Wah May Hotel

Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho

Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (23 reviews)
"No toiletaries even basic body shampoo. So loud the plane every hour from 6am till midnight 1am thorough the day btaking off or landing. Very bad soundproof, even next door talk softly on the phone you can hear so clearly. Water not going down when shower and in sink Cutlery only 1 pair and still have lipstick stain on the cup. "
Malaysia
Chee Hong
The price is ₩47,389
₩59,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 5 - Feb 6
Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho

Deco Home Imago The Loft

Deco Home Imago The Loft
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (26 reviews)
"Amazing apartment, nice location and nice amenities. "
United Kingdom
Keith
Deco Home Imago The Loft

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
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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.

Kepayan

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

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.

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Price trends for hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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November
₩56,234
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January
₩49,288
February
₩56,234
March
₩62,566
April
₩73,778
May
₩67,357
June
₩68,382
July
₩70,117
August
₩69,943
September
₩81,105
October
₩81,031
November
₩108,431
December
₩45,371
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

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.