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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Seaview Capsule Hotel
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Seaview Capsule Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
Seaview Capsule Hotel
CJ Residence
1 bedroom, individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace

CJ Residence

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"We had a very lovely stay, staff was very kind and welcoming. Room was clean, amenities provided. Comfortable room with everything you need. Would definitely stay again! "
The price is S$43
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
CJ Residence
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Fantastic dinner and breakfast, beautiful property, super clean "
The price is S$167
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Hotel Eden54
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Eden54

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322)
"A strategic place where you can easily access to jetty Jesselton and restaurants "
The price is S$45
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel Eden54
Promenade Service Apartments
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Promenade Service Apartments

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (451)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
The price is S$24
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Promenade Service Apartments
Qlio Hotel
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Qlio Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (54)
"staff is friendry and couteous . next time i choice this hotel. "
Qlio Hotel
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. "
The price is S$51
includes taxes & fees
14 Jul - 15 Jul
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillow-top beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Another fantastic stay at this hotel. So friendly and everything very modern. A great place to stay in KK"
The price is S$102
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
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Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8)
"Recommended to bring family stay at the hotel. Convenience and comfortable. Apart from that, it is such a strategic place to find place to eat."
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
Individually furnished, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (77)
"Car park gelap & berair , paip air buang bocor"
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18)
"Clean and nice hotel"
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
Super OYO 90686 Sianglory Inn
Exterior

Super OYO 90686 Sianglory Inn

2.0 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2)
"the hotel must put the exact sign board with booked name in front of bldg , but ? not looks good , not showing clearly well well . it's a first time to travel lodge like this . so poor condition . "
The price is S$21
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Super OYO 90686 Sianglory Inn
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Very convenient and the view at 9th floor was beautiful."
The price is S$182
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort
2 outdoor pools

1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (24)
"Well priced. Would like to have stayed longer. The toaster didn't work and the toilet was blocked. "
The price is S$136
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort
Hotel Gaia 95
Property entrance

Hotel Gaia 95

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (190)
"Awesome location to enjoy the Saturday & Sunday Gaya Market. Comfortable with basic facilities. Highly recommend if you're planning to explore the nearby area."
The price is S$38
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Hotel Gaia 95
Api-Api Guest House
Dining

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18)
"Nil"
Api-Api Guest House
Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay
Living area

Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7)
"Everything is great. Nearby many attractions."
Homesuite' Home at Jesselton Quay
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
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Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"Property is in the city centre and above a shopping mall. The coordinator (Rose) is very responsive."
The price is S$64
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho
Living room

Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho

3.5 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (23)
"No toiletaries even basic body shampoo. So loud the plane every hour from 6am till midnight 1am thorough the day btaking off or landing. Very bad soundproof, even next door talk softly on the phone you can hear so clearly. Water not going down when shower and in sink Cutlery only 1 pair and still have lipstick stain on the cup. "
The price is S$49
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho
Hotel 17
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Hotel 17

2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (9)
"New, clean and conveniently located. "
Hotel 17
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru map

Tanjung Aru

Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Karambunai map

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Alamesra map

Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Kota Kinabalu featuring a coastal town, tropical scenes and island views
Kampung Air map

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

Luyang map

Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travellers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Centre Point and Kompleks Asia City while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include CJ Residence and The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 285 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kompleks Asia City and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Anjung Samudera and Warisan Square. While you're out sightseeing, Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.