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Most frequently booked Kota Kinabalu hotels

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
4.29 km from city centre
The price is CA $265 per night
CA $265
CA $316 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park are located nearby.
On private beach
Pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.75 km from city centre
The price is CA $112 per night
CA $112
CA $124 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center are located nearby.
Pool
Spa
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.23 km from city centre
The price is CA $125 per night
CA $125
CA $138 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Local Fruits Market are located nearby.
Pool
Spa
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN, Kota Kinabalu
0.25 km from city centre
The price is CA $188 per night
CA $188
CA $207 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and KK Plaza are located nearby.
Pool
Free WiFi
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellation
Reserve now, pay when you stay
0.47 km from city centre
The price is CA $109 per night
CA $109
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Kompleks Asia City are located nearby.
Pool
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel

4 out of 5
No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellation
0.53 km from city centre
The price is CA $72 per night
CA $72
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and All Saint's Cathedral are located nearby.
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
0.59 km from city centre
The price is CA $144 per night
CA $144
CA $158 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Oceanus Waterfront Mall are located nearby.
Pool
Parking included
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
1.87 km from city centre
The price is CA $218 per night
CA $218
CA $242 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Sutera Harbour are located nearby.
On private beach
Pool
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

4 out of 5
Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
3.61 km from city centre
The price is CA $94 per night
CA $94
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park are located nearby.
Pool
Free WiFi
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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah
The price is CA $220 per night from Jan. 7 to Jan. 8
CA $220
CA $241 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

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KK Waterfront Hotel

KK Waterfront Hotel

Blk B, Unit 2&3, Warisan Square, Jln Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $45 per night from Dec. 22 to Dec. 23
CA $45
CA $57 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
6.4/10 (128 reviews)

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Sabah Beach Villas & Suites

Sabah Beach Villas & Suites

PV 140, Pecinct Dillenia, Nexus Residence, Karambunai, Kota Kinabalu
8.4/10 Very Good! (185 reviews)
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.

Kota Kinabalu hotels essential information

Accommodation
598 hotels
Lowest Price
CA $20
Highest Price
CA $265
Popular hotels
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu, Hilton Kota Kinabalu, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel, Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel, The Magellan Sutera Resort, The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

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The cheapest hotel in Kota Kinabalu is CA $20 This price was available within the past 7 days, for stays with a check-in date within the next year. Of course, the price you pay depends on your dates of travel, the length of your stay, and the hotel’s location. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
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When is the best time to visit Kota Kinabalu?
If you want the joy of a fun-filled trip in peak season, visit Kota Kinabalu during June, September and October. If you’d prefer the peace of off-season, book a stay during quieter months, such as January, February and March.
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Based on historic data is usually the cheapest month to visit Kota Kinabalu. However, we have incredible deals all year round, so we’re confident you’ll find a room in your budget whenever you choose to travel.
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Recent Kota Kinabalu hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Posted 9 days ago
Travelocity Verified Review
"Fantastic Hotel in KK! Staff were friendly, engaging and helpful. The front desk staff helped us organize a couple of great tours and transportation. The breakfast is a must, sooo good! The pool area is gorgeous and bar staff is attentive and funny. Location is convenient for waterfront, markets, jesselton ferry terminal. Rooms were amazing, quiet, comfortable. Definately go for the water view! Worth every penny, loved it! "
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