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Recommended hotels in Kota Kinabalu

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Ines
AU$135
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

2. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
AU$425
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

3. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Japan
Genya
AU$103
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Japan
Kanai
AU$61
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Mandarin Hotel

5. Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
lana
AU$134
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Grandis Hotel

6. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Canada
Cilla
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

7. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Italy
Davide
AU$142
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

9. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Paul
AU$186
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

10. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Raul Miguel
AU$132
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"위치적으로 매우 훌륭합니다. 가야스트릿과 DBKK선착장까지의 접근성이 좋고 주변에 식사가기도 좋고 관광지와의 거리도 매우 좋습니다."
tae seung 3-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Grandis Hotel
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great location Amazing views Amazing. Breakfast"
graeme 4-night trip
Posted 13 days 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 3 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Frequently asked questions

Searching for romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Are you looking for a romantic getaway? Couples choose Kota Kinabalu for its beautiful island views and waterfront location. You might want to spend some time strolling hand in hand through the natural surroundings with a visit to Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park or Sabah Agricultural Park. Whether you want to soak in a hot tub or get a couples' massage, you'll be sure to find your ideal accommodation in Kota Kinabalu to make for a relaxing weekend away.
What's the best hotel for a romantic holiday in Kota Kinabalu?
Clean & Cosy Stay for the Entire Family is a favourite guest house for couples, and features a garden and a car service.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Kota Kinabalu?
If you're looking forward to lots of outings with your partner, take a look at these details about year-round temperatures in Kota Kinabalu: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 251 mm of rainfall.
What is there to do in Kota Kinabalu?
There's nothing better than experiencing a new place with your sweetheart, so consider taking time to discover all that Kota Kinabalu has to offer. Couples looking for a little of everything will enjoy Kota Kinabalu for its island views, parks and shopping. You might think about stopping by Centre Point, KK Plaza or Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're seeing the sights.
What's the best way to get to Kota Kinabalu and around town during my romantic getaway?
This information about transportation options in Kota Kinabalu might help your romantic trip go off without a hitch: To get to Kota Kinabalu, you can fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is the closest major airport, located 4 mi (6.5 km) from the city centre. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can explore options for water transport at the local marina.

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