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1. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
AU$324
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

2. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
United Kingdom
Eleanor
AU$219
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

4. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Bethany
AU$202
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort

5. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Michaela
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

6. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Kip
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

7. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Xiaobo
AU$84
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

8. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Antonette
AU$151
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

9. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Thomas
AU$110
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

11. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Japan
Genya
AU$92
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

12. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
MRS
AU$161
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

13. Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Canada
Monika
AU$184
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Grandis Hotel

14. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
United States
Eric
AU$623
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Gaya Island Resort

15. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
KOK
AU$110
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

16. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
AU$315
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Gayana Marine Resort

17. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Kevin
AU$97
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

18. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Singapore
Shih Chung
AU$139
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

19. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
Australia
Nikko
AU$416
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

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

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Heidi
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
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A coastal cityscape with a mix of modern and traditional buildings, a dense urban area, and a large body of water with boats.

Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Api-api Centre

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."
Eleanor 9-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"Absolutely lovely resort - the resort is beautiful and feels like paradise. The staff are all amazing, great service everywhere. The restaurants are reasonably priced (a bit more expensive than the mainland but seems reasonable given the location) and all the meals we had were really nice - we stayed for a week and had tried most dishes by the end , there isn’t a huge variety and only a few Malaysian options. Our room was up a steep hill but you can ask for a ride up on the buggy if you don’t fancy the walk. Everything does close up quite early (last order for a drink 10pm) but can see why as we were always the only people still around at this time - everyone seems to disappear about 8:30 so it can feel a bit of a weird atmosphere if you’re an evening person. There are lots of biting insects around so do take some decent insect repellent as the oil the resort provides didn’t seem effective at all. They light insight repellent coils outside each villa in the evening - it would be good if the resort could add these at the bar area at the Pantai restaurant too. A few things. The rooms just aren’t insect proof at all - eg there’s gaps in the door so we got bitten a lot. Each day we had to brush ants off our bed. When we first arrived there was a large number of ants (dead and alive) on the bed. We stayed for a week and the bedding wasn’t changed at all during this time, which was surprising especially as I had a couple insect bites which left a bit of blood on the bedding."
Megan 7-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"VERY NICE"
MALIKI 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed for one week and the room was very comfortable. The breakfast included was worth the extra fee. 24/7 Gym and laundry services available. Infinity pool was relaxing and has a great view of sea. Citadines is a popular meet up spot. We went on two tours and they picked us up right outside our hotel. There is a restaurant, massage spa, burger king, cafe and lemon tea shop in the same building."
Jason 7-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
HweiChuen 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"
Michaela 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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 1 month ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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 4 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"예약 당시에는 수영장, GYM 사용 가능 이라고 하였으나 막상 입실 후에는 수리 중 이었습니다."
GIL SOO 6-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

More cheap accommodation in Api-api Centre

Warisan Hotel

Warisan Hotel

WARISAN SQUARE, 88100, Kota Kinabalu SABAH
AU$25
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
6.6/10 (11 reviews)
Warisan Hotel
Signature Inn

Signature Inn

43, Jl. Pantai, Pusat Bandar Kota Kinabalu Sabah
AU$27
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (4 reviews)
Signature Inn
Borneo Suites Hotel

Borneo Suites Hotel

LOT 36, TAMAN FRASER Kota Kinabalu Sabah
AU$32
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Borneo Suites Hotel
1 City Hotel

1 City Hotel

Lot 1, Block B, Ground Floor Kota Kinabalu Sabah
AU$36
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.2/10 Good! (40 reviews)
1 City Hotel
Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

kota kinabalu times square Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu
AU$56
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (3 reviews)
Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz
KK Times Square Hotel

KK Times Square Hotel

C-16-G, Signature Office Kota Kinabalu Sabah
AU$70
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.2/10 Good! (166 reviews)
KK Times Square Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Api-Api Centre?
The best area to stay in Api-Api Centre is the city centre itself, particularly around Jalan Tun Razak and the waterfront.This area is the heart of Api-Api Centre, offering a blend of modern amenities and easy access to local attractions. It's very walkable, with most hotels, shopping centres, and restaurants concentrated within a few blocks. The waterfront promenade, known as Anjung Senja, is a central feature, superb for evening strolls.For solo travellers, staying in the city centre is ideal due to its convenience. You'll find a wide selection of eateries, from local hawker stalls to international restaurants, and many shops. The main jetties for island hopping are also easily accessible from this area, making day trips straightforward.Couples looking for a comfortable and convenient stay will appreciate the city centre's offerings. Many hotels here provide excellent facilities, often including pools with city or sea views.
When is the best time to go to Api-Api Centre?
The best time to go to Api-Api Centre, Sabah, is generally during the dry season, which runs from March to October.During these months, you'll experience less rainfall and plenty of sunshine, making it ideal for exploring the city and its surrounding attractions. The weather is consistently warm, superb for outdoor activities like island hopping to Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park or wandering through the Waterfront area. This period also offers excellent visibility for diving and snorkelling trips.For those planning a trip focused on outdoor adventures and enjoying the beaches, May to July are particularly good. While still within the dry season, the humidity can be slightly lower, making daytime excursions more comfortable.
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