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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.

Free parking, good staff, room was huge with a nice view. Buffet dinner and breakfast was good. Hotel location opposite market and in the middle of town. Check in and out was smooth
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
2,273 reviews
Price from£73.90per night
FLYPOD Hotel, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.7 miles from Tanjung Aru Beach, FLYPOD Hotel provides accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking and a restaurant.

Easy to find Parking
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
978 reviews
Price from£23.38per 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 .

Clean and nice
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
2,082 reviews
Price from£54.80per night
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor pool, Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Center is located 656 feet from Jesselton Point.

Great location! It's opposite the huge Suria Mall.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
2,087 reviews
Price from£39.91per night
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 787 feet from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

Recommended hotel to stay
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
1,212 reviews
Price from£22.42per 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.

Slow & Easy
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
1,404 reviews
Price from£27.11per 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.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
1,693 reviews
Price from£25.19per 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 features an outdoor rooftop pool and a restaurant.

Bath tub
8.5
Scored 8.5
Very Good
Rated very good
315 reviews
Price from£31.20per night
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 9-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a...

I like the balcony jacuzzi which can enjoy the sea view.
8.6
Scored 8.6
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,044 reviews
Price from£85.49per night
Pantai Inn Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

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

The location
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
803 reviews
Price from£21.06per night
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  • Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,044 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 9-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a...

    Nice view and tasty breakfast. And really kind service.

  • Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,371 reviews

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

    Best Location & Clean Room & Friendly Staff

  • Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,379 reviews

    Located a 5-minute walk from Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations 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
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 276 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, 4.7 miles 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
    Breakfast options
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 154 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, within 4.8 miles of Filipino Market Sabah and 2 miles of International Technology & Commercial Center Penampang - ITCC, Hotel N°5 has accommodations with a garden and free...

    Nice location, close to airport and friendly staff

  • ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 891 reviews

    Located 6.2 miles from Filipino Market Sabah, ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam offers 3-star accommodations in Kota Kinabalu and features a fitness center, 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
     · 629 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
     · 278 reviews

    A 3 star hotel located 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.

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  • Hotel 7 Suria
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,141 reviews

    A 11-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, Hotel 7 Suria is located in Kota Kinabalu and has free WiFi and concierge services.

    .worth it... everything is perfect! right location

  • Hilton Kota Kinabalu
    Budget options available
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,398 reviews

    Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu features 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
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,213 reviews

    Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 787 feet 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
    Budget options available
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,405 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
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,082 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

  • Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,274 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
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,598 reviews

    In the city center, 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
     · 1,693 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

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  • The Shore by Calvin
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located within a 2-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah and 2 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, The Shore by Calvin provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota...

  • 10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Kota Kinabalu and within 1.4 miles of Filipino Market Sabah, Kk homeStay City suites Room Ming Garden Residence features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Gemilang Hotel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 1 review

    Located within a 8-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah and 2 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Gemilang Hotel has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

  • Hotel Sixty3
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 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
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu and within 1.2 miles of Filipino Market Sabah, Residence-South China Sea Place by WinJ Management features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Diamond Inn
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 111 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, within a 9-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah and 1.5 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Diamond Inn has accommodations with free WiFi.

    Staff's attitude and services. Clean and cozy room

  • Walk In Hotel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 193 reviews

    Walk In Hotel has accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

    Very clean. Everything looks clean like new. WIFI good.

  • Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 252 reviews

    Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.2 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.2 miles of Likas City Mosque.

    Pretty much everything. Room is nice, staff is friendly.

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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:

  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    We spent some two days in the city and then transferred out...

    We spent some two days in the city and then transferred out to Tuaran for a five day beach holiday which I thoroughly recommend. The beach was amazing and our hotel opened on to it. Whilst in the city, we eat at Little Italy and the food was fresh, delicious and very reasonably priced. ‘Grab’ taxis are very cheap and make it easy to move around the city.o
    A
    Anonymous
  • 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 of America
  • 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

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Kota Kinabalu

  • Avg. price/night: £79.82
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 2,274 reviews
    Evrything is just perfect and deserve 5 stars..especially the service is wonderful and they are always there to assist us in any issues, the food is fantabulous with lots of varieties and the service of the staffs are really great, they are ready to serve us anytime and with smiling and friendly faces always.. i just love the lightings on the bedhead insde the room...the raya buffet is just out of the world...Great and fantastic hotel..pls keep it up ur wonderful job..😍
    Thirukkumari
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 97 reviews
    I like the scenery cause when I opened the door window, I could see the port and sea. Love it. Facilities such as air conditioner, fridge, laundry machines are just superb. Definitely will stay here again. But one thing, there is this one guy, the tenant (a foreigner) just didn't seem to be happy that the apartment to be put in the booking.com and swearing in his language about people using booking, airbnb, agoda and etc to stay at the apartment. So be careful.
    Abdul Qawiem
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £35.83
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 632 reviews
    Don't trust the impression you get from the surrounding. With very budget friendly, you can get like a luxury feel hotel. The socket & switch are high tech. The interior design really satisfying, really clean, love the comfy bed so much. Can't believe I wouldn't want to wake up because of the bed. They provide you with kettle, toiletries, tea, coffee, cup. Very recommended! Hope the host can maintain the service like this.
    Sharifah Sofiya
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £32.54
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,405 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
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £29.02
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 193 reviews
    The hotel is well located. Walking distance to the popular eateries, shopping mall and Jesselton ferry point (10-15 mins). The room was pleasant and bed was comfortable. Good WiFi connection. Good hospitality and services from the receptionists. They were informative and helpful for my queries and requests. Special thanks to Decki. The room was always clean. Thanks to the two diligent housekeepers.
    Cynthia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £62.04
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 25 reviews
    The rooms were clean, very comfortable, and the view was amazing. The host very friendly & helpful with highly quality service. They make our stay enjoyable. Excellent property with sea view and had great sunset view. Very convenient to do many activities especially island hoping, just walk a few minute to the Jesselton jetty. I highly recommend this hotel for anyone visiting KK.
    cikgu Atikah Ismail
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £36.97
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 362 reviews
    We had an excellent stay at this little gem in KK. The location is great and the facilities were everything we needed. The room was incredibly clean, the wifi was great, the amenities were 5 star. The team running this hybrid homestay/hotel were amazing and incredibly helpful and communicative. we would definitely stay again if we are ever back in KK.
    Louise
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £104.67
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 691 reviews
    The location of the hotel is great. Jesselton Quay, from where the boats depart for the small islands, is just a few minutes' walk away. The hotel is well equipped. Breakfast is worthwhile, especially for lovers of Asian food. Dinner is also recommended. The cocktails in the bar are excellent. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
    Matthias
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £36.82
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 720 reviews
    Very clean and conducive room. Staff were extremely helpful. Very modern outlook of the room. Very good location. The room is so good, one would be surprised when compared to the environment around it. Don't judge the room from the outside. The inside is like 5 star hotel. WYSIWG.
    KRISHNAN
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £161.43
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 3,252 reviews
    I stayed at Shangri la Hotel before Covid pandemic. It wasn’t peak season so it was chill and relaxing. This time, I felt a bit busy and packed with tourists with all the facilities. Swimming pools are nice compared to my last visit. Breakfast are lots of different choices.
    Alice
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £34.47
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,141 reviews
    The cleaners should get a raise. Been to multiple hotels in KK but the cleanliness of the room here is the best. Parking is free . Location is great for working people on the go as the location is in a mall and close to the airport.
    Zharif Athif
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £18.74
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,601 reviews
    I really satisfied with the service, location, room, facilities. I am satisfied and will come again soon! Hehehehe highly recommended for anyone travel alone and need budget hotel but service 100% tip top.
    Nor Syamimi Syahirah
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £47.16
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 629 reviews
    The location near airport. Shop to buy food and thing you needed. Bank opposite of the hotel. They provide airport shuttle. Swimming pool. Other facilities provides by the hotel.
    Bibiebiey
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £176.47
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,332 reviews
    The room is so big.. Very clean.. The location near airport and Tanjung Aru Beach.. The parking spot is very very 'up to date'.. We loved it...
    Hidzir Idris
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £46.29
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,087 reviews
    The location of Mercure Hotel is in city center and near to my work place, the room is good, comfy bed and with good amenities.
    Dato Roslan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: £27.51
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,213 reviews
    My to go hotel in kk, so far one of the best in term of value and service and ease of access to major point of interest in KK
    Sucan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £67.02
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,371 reviews
    Nicest hotel close to airport. Dinner buffet was amazing
    Annette
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £24.69
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 458 reviews
    Love this hotel. Near to airport..
    lydiawati
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £44.90
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,174 reviews
    awesome. feels like 5 star hotel
    Fadzry
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £24.39
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 154 reviews
    Decent hotel around airport
    Elaine
    Young couple

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