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27 Mar - 29 Mar
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Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic view, warm welcome from staffs, clean room condition"
United States
Youngsoo
The price is AU$308
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Rooftop bar, ocean views, open daily

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

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$145
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (995 reviews)
"Good Hotel"
Malaysia
MS ANITA
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice large Room with views, Clean , Friendly Staff and very welcoming from Entrance to Exit."
Australia
Shankaran Pillay
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
Gaya Island Resort
Restaurant

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (198 reviews)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Lobby

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, (149 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (57 reviews)
"Room is clean and nee"
Singapore
Kim-Foo
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
28 Feb - 1 Mar
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (184 reviews)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is AU$425
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, we really enjoyed our stay! The all inclusive was fantastic with premium restaurants included. "
Australia
Jenny
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Penthouse Duplex Duplex with Sea View | Living area

The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (33 reviews)
"Fantastic sea facing, penthouse unit very close to the airport. I'm fact the infinity pool faces the runway. Superb noise insulation hence no noise of the flights taking off or landing. Convenient location for tours and couple of nice eateries nearby. Very courteous staff too👍"
Singapore
ASHISH RANJAN
The Aru by Ayuhouz
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 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$202
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Family Room

K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (24 reviews)
"Good place and very clean"
Malaysia
chien yong
The price is AU$50
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
K Hotel
Exterior

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, (222 reviews)
"Superb hotel with great location"
Malaysia
Mohd Haikal
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Premier Room, 1 King Bed

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (603 reviews)
"Close to everything"
Canada
Michael
The price is AU$161
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (507 reviews)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is AU$447
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Gayana Marine Resort
Outdoor pool

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is AU$97
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
Private beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Bar (on property)

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (81 reviews)
"Very Healthy breakfast very helpful kind staff"
Australia
Saxon
The price is AU$77
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

10/10 Excellent
"Cleanliness, room size "
Ming Pow 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Lowest Price
AU$50
Highest Price
AU$447

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 618 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 Regency Kinabalu - Hotel Hyatt Centric 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.