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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Boasting an outdoor pool and 4 dining options, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is set in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. The property offers spacious guest rooms with city or sea views.

Staff were very helpful, chief waitress at cafe anne wong very friendly
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
2,252 reviews
Price from£72.32per night
Horizon Hotel, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool, Horizon Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu. The property is a 5-minute walk to Gaya Street and offers elegant, air-conditioned guest rooms .

Location. View from my deluxe room. It had a mini fridge (which didn't work so it had to be replaced) all toiletries, hairdryer, iron, well equipped gym, breakfast was excellent with alot of choice. I had 1 meal there and it was excellent.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very good
Rated very good
2,062 reviews
Price from£47.16per night
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor pool, Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre is situated 200 metres from Jesselton Point.

The location
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
2,081 reviews
Price from£44.72per night
C'haya Hotel, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Featuring 2 dining options and an infinity pool at the rooftop, C'haya Hotel offers modern guest rooms in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Dont have
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very good
Rated very good
1,390 reviews
Price from£34.17per night
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

location, price, breakfast.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
1,203 reviews
Price from£25.85per night
The Klagan Regency 1Borneo, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Featuring direct access to the 1Borneo Hypermall, The Klagan Regency offers modern air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property boasts an outdoor rooftop pool and a restaurant.

Comfortable
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very good
Rated very good
308 reviews
Price from£35.32per night
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu, 800 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace.

1.Breakfast was excellent,plenty variety. 2.infiinity pool super 3.special thanks to concierge Mr .Jaedmar...he was very helpful ....Miss Brooklyn at front desk was also very helpful 4.location of hotel was very good on waterfront ....sunset from rooftop was the best
8.6
Scored 8.6
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
1,042 reviews
Price from£86.63per night
Ming Garden Hotel & Residences, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Strategically located in Kota Kinabalu's commercial district, Ming Garden Hotel & Residences offers elegant guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. It boasts an outdoor pool and 4 dining options.

7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
69 reviews
Price from£31.49per night
Pantai Inn Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, Pantai Inn is a 5-minute walk from colourful Sunday Gaya Street Market and Merdeka Shopping Mall's many souvenir shops.

the room big enough.. bathroom spacious the room and bathroom is clean.. the hotel have lift.. near Jesselton food court, jetty and market, walkable length..
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
788 reviews
Price from£24.39per night
Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

The WiFi was unreliable and erratic The hair drier was faulty, erratic. The shower head seemed only strong pulse. The pillows were smelly
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,688 reviews
Price from£28.85per night
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Kota Kinabalu's best hotels with breakfast

  • Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,395 reviews

    Located a 5-minute walk from Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers accommodation overlooking South China Sea. The property has 5 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool.

    great hotel to stay for a vacation at Kota Kinabalu

  • Avangio Hotel
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 273 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 7.6 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Avangio Hotel features a bar and views of the city. This 4-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    Comfortable, clean & easy to get grab to airport.

  • Hotel N°5
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 155 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, within 7.7 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.3 km of International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC, Hotel N°5 offers accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as...

    Nice location, close to airport and friendly staff

  • ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 887 reviews

    Set 10 km from Filipino Market Sabah, ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam offers 3-star accommodation in Kota Kinabalu and features a fitness centre, a restaurant and a bar.

    The room and the decoration is very beutiful and estetic.

  • Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 624 reviews

    Set atop One Place Mall, Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers elegant guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. It features an outdoor swimming pool and 2 dining options.

    I like the privacy and helpful staff. Love them a lot.

  • Oceania Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 265 reviews

    A 3 star hotel situated in the heart of beautiful Kota Kinabalu that offers a modern comfort, simple & value on every guest stay.

    The bed is comfortable. Large space to store bags.

  • The Klagan Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 155 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu city centre, The Klagan Hotel features modern air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. The property has a restaurant and is 350 metres from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

    Seaview scenery 👌👍 Wifi superb Receptionist efficient

  • The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 261 reviews

    Boasting a surrounding tropical forest and an organic garden, The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located 4 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

    Great location, wonderful breakfast, friendly staff

Budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu

  • Hilton Kota Kinabalu
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,393 reviews

    Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu boasts four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

    ROOM WAS FANTASTIC, THE POOL & TABLE SERVICE WAS GREAT

  • Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,203 reviews

    Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

    Strategic location. Everything okey. Staff service 👍

  • C'haya Hotel
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,390 reviews

    Featuring 2 dining options and an infinity pool at the rooftop, C'haya Hotel offers modern guest rooms in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    Very comfortable,frendly staff & very recomend👍👍

  • Horizon Hotel
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,063 reviews

    Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool, Horizon Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu. The property is a 5-minute walk to Gaya Street and offers elegant, air-conditioned guest rooms .

    Fantastic location, spacious rooms, friendly staff

  • Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,357 reviews

    Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu offers spacious and elegant accommodation with free WiFi throughout. The property boasts an outdoor pool and 6 dining options.

    Best Location & Clean Room & Friendly Staff

  • Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,252 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor pool and 4 dining options, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is set in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. The property offers spacious guest rooms with city or sea views.

    Great central location. Friendly, welcoming staff.

  • King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,589 reviews

    In the city centre, King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a walkable area in Kota Kinabalu with good shopping.

    The room is very clean.. toilet also clean and tidy.

  • Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,688 reviews

    Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

    The large clean rooms, the lobby and yhe kind staff

Hotels located in the centre of Kota Kinabalu

  • The Shore by Pinstay
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located within 200 metres of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, The Shore by Pinstay provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota...

  • Ritz Residence @ Imago Loft B 7th Floor
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 132 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 1.7 km, Ritz Residence @ Imago Loft B 7th Floor features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi...

    The services are awesome and facilities in modern design

  • Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 678 reviews

    Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk.

    Great place to stay in KK and the staff are so friendly.

  • Gemilang Hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1 review

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, 700 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Gemilang Hotel features views of the city. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

  • Stanton Hotel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 300 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu and within 2.4 km of Filipino Market Sabah, Stanton Hotel features a restaurant, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi. This 3-star hotel offers a concierge service.

    Very clean and very beautiful place for the hotel design

  • Hotel Sixty3
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 499 reviews

    Only a few steps from Gaya Street Sunday Market, Hotel Sixty3 offers elegantly decorated, air conditioned guest rooms in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property.

    The room is big & clean. Good location. Friendly staff.

  • Residence-South China Sea Place by WinJ Management
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu and within 2 km of Filipino Market Sabah, Residence-South China Sea Place by WinJ Management features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Monocolo Boutique Hotel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 373 reviews

    Located within 4.7 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 4 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Monocolo Boutique Hotel provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

    Nice, clean & simple hotel that meets our requirements

FAQs about hotels in Kota Kinabalu









Tropical Paradise in East Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu (KK) is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sabah on the island of Borneo. It features white-sand beaches, tropical rainforests and the outer lying coral reefs and islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman (TAR) Marine Park, a haven for scuba divers.

Occupied by the Japanese and heavily bombed during World War II by the British, some remnants of this colonial era remain in the Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory, with its sweeping view of the coast.

Tanjung Arn is KK’s most popular public beach and secluded northern beaches like Karambunai and Dalit have resorts dotted along the coast.

Kota Kinabalu Harbour hosts international cruise ships and the KK Waterfront is a popular place with many bars. The KK Handicraft Market is your chance to grab a nice souvenir to take home.

Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s highest mountain at 4,101 metres. This highly important ecological region contains rare fauna and flora and makes a good day trip from the capital.

A variety of hotels on Booking.com are centred around Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the city centre and islands.

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What guests said about Kota Kinabalu:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    Great place for vacation.

    Great place for vacation. The Philippine market was so crowd. the goods are expensive but still can bargain. Be careful with the seller who offer you to pack your things in the box. you have to check before they seal it.
    Nor Ameer
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    The little city or small town is not special at all, there...

    The little city or small town is not special at all, there is no charm to it really and I would not visit it for the town itself. However, it is a town where the airport is so you have to go through it. It is very convenient to access the Jesselton pier to take the boats to the island and to go to the markets, which are not really that special. They are OK. I have seen many great markets throughout Asia.
    Sandra Virginia
    United States
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    we stayed in 4 different hotels for 3-4 nights.

    we stayed in 4 different hotels for 3-4 nights. All good in different ways. Sea food was super and other meals good,(some too spicy for us but we learnt to ask for "not too spicy") Taxi transport was cheap and easy. Ferry boat transfers were more difficult, Ask Island Hotels for their ferry times BEFORE you book return flights as free ferries only go at selective times. We had to book a private ferry so we could get to the airport for a 13.00 flight. (cost £48) Loved the area but we were on the wrong coast for easy access to oranotang monkeys . Flights across were too expensive for us to make the trip!
    david
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    My Mrs. and the group enjoyed the trips to central fish...

    My Mrs. and the group enjoyed the trips to central fish markets and night markets, seafood restaurants, etc. Big spacious living room for everyone to use. Easy to hail transport…so many cars around us waiting for passengers Buying provisions no problem Good food in the mall
    PHILIP
  • 10
    Scored 10

    Kota Kinabalu is a fabulous place to visit for the amazing...

    Kota Kinabalu is a fabulous place to visit for the amazing food, from budget level to fine dining but especially the local and other Asian cuisine. The Filipino Market was exceptional and we left will full cases. Transport around the centre is easy by walking or Grab. The Island trips looked superb but not at our age unfortunately considering the very hot afternoons. Next year we'll go to Mount Kinabalu area but too far on a short visit. The people were invariably charming.
    Martin
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0
    Scored 6.0

    I saw the inside and outside of KK International airport 5...

    I saw the inside and outside of KK International airport 5 times, and travelled to and from Ibis Styles Inanam hotel by taxi twice but did not visit any "attractions" in KK. The panoramic view westward over KK skyline from my 1-night stays in 10th and 11th floor rooms was unremarkable. The only place of interest I noted was beside the highway heading eastwards out of town to the hotel: a cemetery covering 3 or 4 low hills densely packed with multicoloured graves and shrines: a miniature city of departed souls.
    John Malcolm
    Canada

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Kota Kinabalu

  • From £35.72 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 958 reviews
    Overall very good from staf to hotel room .. clean and satisfied .. most important my children like the tv got channel youtube Ang Netflix can connect to wifi so clear and fastest wifi .. I give 10/10 and beside at down stair also have restaurant easy can dinner and breakfast .. also got bank and more shop .. and one more good is take 5 minutes to go to Airport so no need to rush ☺️ no jem😂.. Very recommend to all want to stay near airport .. Will came again next year☺️
    ALEYA
    Malaysia
  • From £71.73 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,063 reviews
    Prime location,literally in the heart of city center where you can get food just by few minutes of walking distance. Infront of hotel you have groceries store, 2-3 minutes away you will get supermarket. Suria shopping mall, waterfront seafood market just 5-10 minutes walk. Super convenient. Room was clean, big window in the room just add extra points while having coffee in the morning and starring at the view outside.
    Chiang Pui Kuan
    Malaysia
  • From £29.83 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 97 reviews
    The location is at the city center, near to the airport and you can find a lot of famous food & beverages outlets within walking distance. The Hotel allowed us to store our luggage after check-out as we are taking a night flight back to hometown. The Hotel does not have a lift. However, a male staff is polite and kind and helped us to carry down our heavy luggage from the reception which is located at the 1st floor.
    Chee Cheong
    Malaysia
  • From £32.49 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,390 reviews
    Decent budget hotel close to the airport and Tanjung Aru beach. Not much to do around the area but I was staying as I had an early flight to catch. People at reception were fantastic and welcoming with the exception of one young man working there who was quite dismissive. Overall, an ok place to stay for the price if you need to be in that area. CBD is only a 5-10 minute Grab away. Views from the pool are great.
    Jarrod
    Australia
  • From £29.91 per night
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 235 reviews
    We love this place. So unic decoration. Clean too actually. Don't go to deep cleaning people! You booked for 2 3 star hotel. Not 5 star. And cheap too. Why you expecting more if you don't want to spend more from your pocket. 7 eleven, restaurant (good food actually) and cheap. Easy to park a car and easy to request for a grab or maxim.
    KhadijahEdi
    Malaysia
  • From £35.72 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 958 reviews
    We needed a place to sleep between flights. The hotel is super near to the airport. Check in and check out all the time possible and easy. There was a 100MYR deposit. Room was clean and bed comfortable.
    Nathalie
    Germany
  • From £102.52 per night
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 678 reviews
    Very stylish hotel in a great location. The rooftop pool and restaurant can’t be beat. Walking distance to many amenities, including the Jesselton Pier and shopping malls. Great service by staff.
    Andrea
    Canada
  • From £72.27 per night
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,393 reviews
    The pool and pool area was great. Beautiful setting for sunset The bed was so comfy and the hotel is close to the airport which was perfect as I just needed somewhere to crash for the night
    Sarah
    Australia
  • From £27.47 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,203 reviews
    Hotel look very clean and comfy location is really good at the City center... Only 5 to 20 minutes walk to the jesselton jetty, Gaya street, Filipino market, and many shipping mall near by
    Redicao
    Malaysia
  • From £84.95 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,042 reviews
    Nothing - the hotel is overall at a good position and that’s about it. Overall performance was really terrible and the hotel was super dirty. This shall be definitely not a 5 star hotel.
    J
    Jan
    Malaysia
  • From £30.79 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 589 reviews
    Gaya centre hotel is located near shopping mall and many restaurants, 5 mins walk to Jesselton point, night market on the weekend,
    OPAS
    Thailand
  • From £103.32 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,536 reviews
    Magellan has always been a 5 star hotel with outstanding facilities and resort activities and the million dollar view
    Chee Cheang Susan
    Malaysia
  • From £46.23 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,081 reviews
    The hotel high floor can overseeing the sea, and Jesselton Bay. The room I booked was apartment type, and spacious.
    Chia Loo
    Malaysia
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 2 reviews
    Cleanliness and comfortable environment. And this hotel will be in my list for my next travel, for sure ♥
    Azid Dianah
    Malaysia
  • From £30.79 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,153 reviews
    The hotel totally at town centre.near to jesselton point.love its much❤️❤️❤️❤️
    Nency
    Malaysia
  • From £62.90 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 499 reviews
    Location of hotel surrounded by many coffee shop and easy to find meal.
    Nelita
    Malaysia
  • 7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 800 reviews
    Ink Hotel serve no breakfast. Location of hotel near airport..
    J
    Jamli
    Malaysia
  • From £30.10 per night
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 204 reviews
    Comfortable budget hotel. Near to the Imago Shopping Mall!
    Mohamad Husaimi
    Brunei Darussalam
  • From £84.95 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,042 reviews
    My favourite hotel ! Wit a great location ever!!
    Farrhida
    Malaysia
  • From £41.81 per night
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 373 reviews
    Nice boutique hotel, chill
    Yunnee
    Malaysia

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