THE 10 BEST Hotels in Kota Kinabalu 2024
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Road42072545376
@Road42072545376
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2023
Superb
"Great view & room cleanliness was superb.. Great SPA experiences too.. Surrounded with great staff services, nice environment, food was great & tasty.. Easy access to any services provided.. Lobby Cafe recommended..."
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#1 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Ideal for golf and beach lovers, offering stunning sea and golf course views. Amenities include a large swimming pool, beach, 27-hole golf course, and bowling alley. Noted for clean, comfortable rooms, friendly staff, and excellent dining options.
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Jessy
@J3ssyc
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2022
11 out of 10 I would rate them!
"Huge spacious room (123sqm) with the magnificent views of the gardens and offshore islands - luxury one bedroom suite with separate (hidden room divider) sitting area and and balcony 👍 Marble bathroom with bathtu..."
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#2 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Resort with stunning sea and sunset views, spacious rooms, water activities, and a marina. Kids-friendly with water park and pools. On-site dining options with diverse international cuisine.
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#3 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Centrally located hotel near the waterfront and Filipino market, with access to fresh seafood eateries. Features a club lounge offering sea views and a variety of dining options.
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Yaa Yaa
@yaayyaayy
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2022
Nice hotel = Happy me!😍💖💖💖
"Nice and clean room and comfortable bed🤗 The hotel so beautiful inside and out with the lovely decorations😍 gotta potd before check out hehe🤭😍🤗😂 Thank you for the warm hospitality👍Worth to stay💗💖"
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#4 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Welcoming boutique hotel with modern, unique design. Clean, comfortable rooms at reasonable prices. Convenient location for city access and airport, with transportation services available.
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#5 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Hotel offers professional staff, clean rooms, club bar, and executive lounge. Noted for prompt customer service. Suites are spacious with amenities. Features rooftop pool, fitness center, and restaurant.
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Traveler39553269746
@Traveler39553269746
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2021
Staycation
"Room very comfortable Room suitable for bring children Breakfast very delicious All staff very friendly n helpfull Cleanlines is good Services fast n superb Late checkout is superb Food at tanjung ria very satisfied"
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#6 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Spacious, comfortable rooms with good amenities. Convenient location near seafood restaurants, markets, and attractions. Diverse menu with local delicacies and fresh seafood. Serene sea views.
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EstherElizabeth84
@EstherElizabeth84
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2022
Pleasent to stay..
"Love the spacious room, cleanliness and comfortable..non smoking area..staff very friendly and helpful..not noisy.. nearby food centre,bank,shopping mall..recommended hotel to stay.. Definitely will stay again..tq"
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#7 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Centrally located hotel with spacious rooms, near seafront and markets. Features friendly staff and close proximity to various dining and shopping options. Ideal for both business and family stays.
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Curious62507254255
@Curious62507254255
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2023
our first choice hotel in kk
"all staff are awesome especially danial who s very helpful and friendly.. big potential asset for Grandis.. amazing room, food, hospitality, frontliner etc.. worth every penny spent... 110% recommended"
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#8 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Centrally located hotel with direct access to Suria Sabah Mall. Features rooftop bar, pool, gym, and sunset views. Close to Jesselton Point and Todak Waterfront. Paid parking available.
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Don eky
@Travelalways2me
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2022
Holiday stay
"Awesome and never regret for staying.. recommended to stay Hospitality just very great Staf team so friendly Will stay again and again Clean and big room for staying Just book on apps and done........"
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#9 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Well-maintained, clean hotel with friendly staff. Offers comfortable, spacious rooms with amenities. Features a café with peaceful ambience and good food. Located opposite a notable hotel.
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#10 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Affordable hotel with clean, comfortable rooms and basic amenities. Conveniently located near a shopping mall. Helpful, friendly staff and good service.
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Irwan Aman
@Irwan_Aman
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2021
Great Sutera
"We enjoyed the breakfast & pools ..THE COOLEST!! just wanted to say, "THANK YOU SO MUCH" to staff at a front desk, we truly appreciate the room upgrade during our stay."
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#11 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Large interconnected resort with vast facilities. Club rooms offer lounge access, free tea, coffee, and evening refreshments. Notable for massive pools, beachfront restaurant with fusion cuisine, and a lounge renowned for traditional tea. Features a spa and various dining options.
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Andy F
@AndyF430
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2024
Very Enjoyable Visit
"Large room and bathroom with all mod cons, comfy large bed and pillows, WiFi everywhere."
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#12 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Spacious hotel with modern amenities, stunning sea and mountain views. Features include a rooftop bar, infinity pool, and a well-praised buffet restaurant.
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Kevin N
@kevinnG449TF
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2024
Excellent Service at The Klagan Hotel
"My family and I had a wonderful 8-day stay at your hotel.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Arafath and Saiful for their excellent service at the breakfast area. Their friendliness and politeness..."
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#13 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
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#14 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Centrally located hotel offering a diverse breakfast menu and high-end service at an affordable price. Features clean, spacious rooms and a friendly staff. Near waterfront, shopping, and eateries.
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Escape01026439863
@Escape01026439863
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2024
Great Weekend Getaway
"Dear Raymond & Latha I would like to say thank you for the great room and we had a wonderful stay in your lovely resort."
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#15 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Peaceful resort in a remote location with private beach, sea-facing rooms, and pools. Offers traditional games, batik painting, gym, and a sunset bar. Restaurant praised for good food.
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MarcusAu
@MarcusAu
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2022
Good but not best enough for our stay
"2. Free wifi in the room 3.There is free coffee and Sabah tea for us to make with the kettle facility 4. Comfortable mattress to sleep 5. Location is good with Imago shopping mall 15 min walking distance from hote..."
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#16 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
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HBL010416
@HBL010416
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2023
Short visit but memorable!
"The room has a cozy feeling that made us feel comfortable and we were very happy with the soft mattress and beautiful room."
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#17 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Affordable hotel with newly renovated, spacious rooms and courteous staff. Offers variety of food options and special holiday buffets. Features a spa, function rooms, and a beautiful lobby.
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S. E.
@worldtravelsde
Reviewed on 29 May 2024
Felt comfortable
"My room was clean and comfortable."
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#18 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
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Typo2025
@Daydream660796
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2022
Unprofessional customer service & ruined my holiday mood!
"Appreciate one of your staff Mr Hisham attended my request after I booked the room and my family was happy with the sea view room!! Thnx a lot I booked for 1 bedroom and my friend book for another category room wh..."
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#19 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Prime location near markets, dining, and shopping malls. Offers rooftop pool with sea views and poolside bar. Easy access to attractions and water sports.
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Leisadear
@Leisadear
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2023
A short gateway needed from the city!
"It was my first time staying in a resort therefore I cannot compare with any other experiences.
Price wise, what I paid for was worth it in my opinion.
For me, a short gateway from the city was what I need and BBV..."
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#20 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Beachfront villas with private pools, tranquil sea views, and sunset vistas. Spacious rooms, well-equipped amenities, and private parking. Ideal for relaxing family getaways.
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Seeths Nair
@seethsnair
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2022
Amazing Service
"Super clean, excellent room service and every one of the staff I spoke to, were well mannered and always with a smile."
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#21 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Convenient beachfront location with proximity to local dining. Features spacious rooms with ocean views, a relaxing pool, substantial breakfast buffet, and helpful staff. Ideal for a comfortable stay.
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Biffro
@Biffro
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2023
Fantastic stay
"We had a really comfortable, clean, modern and spacious room with lots of space for your belongings."
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#22 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Centrally located hotel near waterfront, markets, dining, and shopping. Features spacious, soundproof rooms, helpful staff, breakfast buffet, pool, and gym.
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siokjin
@siokjin
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2022
Clean comfortable room for biz trip
"The good about this hotel: Big and comfortable, clean room Complimentary fruits, espresso and coffee in the room Nice sofa and seating area in the room making it spacious Toilet, shower and bathtub are all separat..."
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#23 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Artistic boutique hotel near city center and mall. Offers great facilities, including 24-hour store, onsite dining, and unique design. Ideal for both business and leisure travelers.
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James N
@JamesNjim
Reviewed on 22 May 2023
Hotel in good location
"This was my second stay here but could not recall my experience. I stayed at the Georgetown’s Cititel Express recently and I found slight differences in room configurations. Booked a standard twin room with two twin..."
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#24 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
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Paradise06978684847
@Paradise06978684847
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2023
clean room, great staff, rude front office manager 😞
"great room."
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#25 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
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James N
@JamesNjim
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2022
Chosen for its strategic location
"Booked a room for a five-night stay during my recent trip to Kota Kinabalu. It was the best choice in term of location as it was the pick-up dan drop-off point for TMBT participants. I was given a room facing the..."
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#26 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
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Hudsonmccraw
@Hudsonmccraw
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2024
A conveniently located hotel for an overnight stay.
"This hotel is a good, solid choice for an affordably priced accommodations for those needing a quick overnight stay while transiting through Kota Kinabalu. The rooms are basic but kept very clean. And a..."
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#27 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
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Capsulecob
@Capsulecob
Reviewed on 11 May 2022
Room at ct center with a city view
"Lobby Arrival at mall parking lot. If you come with teksi or bus. Difficult to get to the lobby. Expecially when you have lot of luggage. Staff, room cleanese and location are very good. Located at suria sabah..."
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#28 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
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#29 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
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Apartment
Astynnia
@Astynnia
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2019
cheap stay but need improvements
"Pros:
1. Huge family room. Literally can fit 6 adults.
2. Friendly, polite and helpful staffs
3. Reasonably priced (RM470 for 3 nights - family room)
4. Efficient housekeeping (can call to request for change of..."
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#30 Best Value of 758 places to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Hotels Information
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu | 758 |
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Hotels Prices From | HK$101 |
Hotels Reviews | 43,009 |
Hotels Photos | 42,467 |
Travel high season | Jun - Aug |
Travel low season | Dec - Feb |
High season avg price | HK$665 |
Low season avg price | HK$394 |
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Price trends, weather and things to do can help you make a decision.
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Dec - Feb
Avg. price/night
HK$390
LOWEST
HK$273HK$1,412
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-
Avg. precipitation
210mm
82 mm355 mm
Mar - May
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HK$507
HK$273HK$1,412
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Avg. precipitation
140mm
DRIEST
82 mm355 mm
Jun - Aug
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HK$647
HIGHEST
HK$273HK$1,412
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Avg. precipitation
288mm
82 mm355 mm
Sep - Nov
Avg. price/night
HK$413
HK$273HK$1,412
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-
Avg. precipitation
309mm
WETTEST
82 mm355 mm
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed hotels in Kota Kinabalu. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.
Hotels near the sights
- Manukan IslandRead more
- Gaya Street Sunday MarketRead more
- Sapi IslandRead more
- Tanjung Aru BeachRead more
- Imago Shopping MallLuxuriate in the fresh essence of whole new shopping experience. Imago Shopping Mall is certainly the place to actualize your most intrinsic desires. Whether it's indulging in your tastes, lavishing yourself with pleasures or accentuating your individuality, Imago Shopping Mall delivers it all with an eloquence only few can match. With a range of international brand names offering an assortment of merchandise from the most unique and opulent; to the most frequently sought after, it certainly is a comforting enclave with something that entices the regular, and even the most discerning of tastes. And that signature of distinction is also apparent in the selection of delectable and exquisite dining, fun-filled activities for the children, and pampering indulgences. At Imago Shopping Mall, it’s about coming to a place that understands your most individual desires, whatever they are, whenever.Read more
- Kota Kinabalu City MosqueRead more
- Night MarketRead more
- Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine ParkRead more
- Mamutik IslandRead more
- Poring Hot SpringsRead more
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- Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, The Pacific Sutera Hotel - Sutera Harbour Resort, and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu are some of the most popular hotels for travellers looking to stay near Sapi Island. See the full list: Hotels near Sapi Island.
- The Pacific Sutera Hotel - Sutera Harbour Resort, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, and The Magellan Sutera Resort are all popular resorts for travellers staying in Kota Kinabalu. See the full list: Kota Kinabalu Resorts.
- Popular hotels close to Manukan Island include Stanton Hotel, Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, and Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre. See the full list: Hotels near Manukan Island.
- Popular luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu include Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, Hilton Kota Kinabalu, and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu. See the full list: Kota Kinabalu Luxury Hotels.
- Popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Airport include Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, C'haya Hotel, and Megah D'Aru Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Kota Kinabalu Airport.
- A few of the most popular hotels near Adventures in Borneo with Downbelow Marine & Wildlife are The LUMA Hotel A Member of Design Hotels, Zara's Boutique Hotel, and KK Times Square Hotel. See the full list: Hotels near Adventures in Borneo with Downbelow Marine & Wildlife.
- Popular cheap hotels in Kota Kinabalu include Tune Hotel 1Borneo, Kota Kinabalu, Hotel Sixty3, and Hotel Eden54. See the full list: Cheap Hotels in Kota Kinabalu.
- Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, The Pacific Sutera Hotel - Sutera Harbour Resort, and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu have a spa and received excellent reviews from travellers in Kota Kinabalu. See the full list: Spa Resorts in Kota Kinabalu.
- Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, Hilton Kota Kinabalu, and The Pacific Sutera Hotel - Sutera Harbour Resort all received great reviews from families travelling in Kota Kinabalu. See the full list: Family Hotels in Kota Kinabalu.
- Popular hotels by the beach in Kota Kinabalu include The Pacific Sutera Hotel - Sutera Harbour Resort, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, and The Magellan Sutera Resort. See the full list: Kota Kinabalu Beach Hotels.
- Stanton Hotel, The Pacific Sutera Hotel - Sutera Harbour Resort, and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu received great reviews from travellers looking for a romantic hotel in Kota Kinabalu. See the full list: Romantic Hotels in Kota Kinabalu.
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