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566 Cheap Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Great hotel. "
The price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Seaview Capsule Hotel
LCD TV

Seaview Capsule Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
Seaview Capsule Hotel
Promenade Service Apartments
Family Room

Promenade Service Apartments

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (451)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
The price is AU$29
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Promenade Service Apartments
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Massages on the beach

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (780)
"Place is nice, staff very nice but it could cleaner. Years ago it must be a wonderful place it lost potential "
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Hotel O New Sabah
Lobby sitting area

Hotel O New Sabah

2.0 star property
6.4 out of 10, (8)
"Walking distance to pier to outer islands. Also night market and boardwalk. Good central location. Ask for alley side not Main Street side due to traffic noise. Staff was very nice. WiFi was strong. "
The price is AU$33
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel O New Sabah
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"My family was very happy for this trips and feel best enviroment in hotel."
The price is AU$292
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Hotel Gaia 95
Property entrance

Hotel Gaia 95

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (191)
"Awesome location to enjoy the Saturday & Sunday Gaya Market. Comfortable with basic facilities. Highly recommend if you're planning to explore the nearby area."
The price is AU$44
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Gaia 95
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great family friendly hotel "
The price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Hotel O Five 2
Lobby sitting area

Hotel O Five 2

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (110)
"Excellent, a great value in a perfect location near tons of restaurants. Strong wifi and shower, comfortable bed and bedding, very clean, super nice and helpful staff, and kettle + water cooler provided "
The price is AU$30
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Hotel O Five 2
Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse
Reception

Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (85)
"Near market..easy to walk and good place to stay and safety "
The price is AU$23
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"The location is good, right next to the water and the main night market and drinking holes."
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
AC Residence
Standard Double Room (AC 3)

AC Residence

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (84)
"Very nice hotel, clean, no nonsense, and extremely quick reply. The bed was super comfortable and everything is within walking distance. Highly recommend!"
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
AC Residence
Mandarin Hotel
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Mandarin Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (237)
"Strategic"
The price is AU$59
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Mandarin Hotel
Hotel DeLeeton
Superior Twin

Hotel DeLeeton

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (89)
"The hotel is in a strategic area, easy for food hunting, shopping mall is nearby and all the staff are friendly. Just the room facilieties were prepared with old stuff. But overall everything is good."
Hotel DeLeeton
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (202)
"Free breakfast was excellent "
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Lovely staff, beautiful location and comfortable, clean room"
The price is AU$246
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Ease Hotel
Front of property

Ease Hotel

3.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (69)
"overall is good, nothing to complain"
The price is AU$43
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Ease Hotel
Hotel O Storytel
Exterior

Hotel O Storytel

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (35)
"Very friendly staff. Clean and efficient room. Very calm."
The price is AU$24
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hotel O Storytel
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Cafe

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (135)
"This is a modern city type hotel beautifully decorated, with easy access to nearby restaurants, ideal for a short stay visiting Kotakinabalu .Ms Linda, front desk manager and her team at the reception were outstanding. This greatly professional staff , made our stay a memorable one. Will be back"
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Api-Api Guest House
Property grounds

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18)
"Nil"
Api-Api Guest House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Tanjung Aru

Beaches and abundant 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.

Kota Kinabalu which includes tropical scenes, island images and a coastal 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.

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Likas

Visitors to Likas enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is worth a stop.

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travellers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 288 hotels and other accommodation options 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 bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market and Imago Shopping Mall. You could also plan a visit to Gaya Street Sunday Market or Suria Sabah Shopping Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. 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.