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Recommended hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (975)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Helpful staff"
Singapore
GRAHAM ANDREW
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
17 Jan - 18 Jan 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. However, this is an older hotel and for a similar price you could stay at some of the newer hotels in KK."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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, (216)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (196)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (599)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
Taiwan
SHU-WEI
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool
The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
"Excellent stay"
Netherlands
Wybe
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
Gaya Island Resort
Café
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

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, (145)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"great hospitality "
Malaysia
SITIE ASHYURRAH
The price is AU$311
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"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$188
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Magellan Sutera Resort
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Lobby
Eminent Hotel

Eminent Hotel

Eminent Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (259)
"nice staff and clean room"
Canada
Kevin
Eminent Hotel
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (505)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is AU$438
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Gayana Marine Resort
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (181)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is AU$457
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Spa
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is AU$269
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)
CJ Residence

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"Very satisfied stay"
United States
Jiwoo
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
CJ Residence
On the beach
Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge
3.0 star property
Mamutik Island
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Mamutik Island Lodge
Outdoor pool
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (181)
"Cleanliness, all staff interaction. Overall good experience "
Australia
Anwag
The price is AU$62
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Everything is good. Staffs are all kind and very nice."
Seung Chul 3-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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0 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$54
Highest Price
AU$457

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kota Kinabalu?
If you can't find a motel in Kota Kinabalu, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from over 624 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travellers, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Kota Kinabalu?
Here are some cheaper accommodations where you can stay in Kota Kinabalu. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Regency Kinabalu - Hotel Hotel 7 Suria - Hotel Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Hotel
What can I do in Kota Kinabalu?
Take time to explore the marina and shops in this romantic area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Kota Kinabalu like the parks. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah Agricultural Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre and Water World Theme Park. To learn more about local history, take some time at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village.
What's the seasonal weather like in Kota Kinabalu?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Kota Kinabalu to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Kota Kinabalu while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Kota Kinabalu to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) away. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can find out about water transport options at the marina.