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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 AU$135
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit."
Australia
Shankaran Pillay
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (984 reviews)
"Very good."
Australia
Yifeng
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This is a very fine modern hotel located in the heart of Kota Kinabulu. We particularly appreciated the fact that it was a short walk to the restaurant row on the waterfront which offered outdoor seating and a variety of cuisines."
United States
Benjamin
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (196 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is AU$335
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

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 AU$241
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (601 reviews)
"Hotel staff unprofessional "
United Kingdom
Jiarui
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

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, (219 reviews)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

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 AU$33
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Signature Inn

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, (146 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (126 reviews)
"Convenient and nice Staff "
Canada
Kevin
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Hotel 7 Suria

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (50 reviews)
"Room is clean and nee"
Singapore
Kim-Foo
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (897 reviews)
"Spacious rooms and great location. Starting to show it’s age though. "
Australia
Steven
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Grandis Hotel

The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
United States
Gustav
The price is AU$70
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
The Klagan Hotel

Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (244 reviews)
"Staff was courteous and helpful. Room was super clean"
United States
Douglas
The price is AU$67
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Mandarin Hotel

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 AU$62
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
A Residence

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (592 reviews)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
United Kingdom
jack tak hau
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"New hotel in town. Very near to imago shopping mall with lots of shops around. Place is clean."
Malaysia
Emily
The price is AU$61
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (950 reviews)
"Very clean and proper hotel with decent location and good area, really enjoyed our stay!"
Singapore
Keith
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Horizon Hotel
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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.

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.

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

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.

Kepayan

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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 Anjung Samudera and Centre Point while you're in the neighbourhood.
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 offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include CJ Residence and AC Residence.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Expedia has 326 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 Anjung Samudera, Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You could also plan a visit to KK Plaza or Imago Shopping Mall while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Warisan Square and Local Fruits Market. While you're out sightseeing, Anjung Kinabalu and Kompleks Asia City are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.

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