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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is S$462
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location, good service, stunning ocean view"
United States
Bo
The price is S$132
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff, good breakfast."
Canada
XIAO HUI
The price is S$135
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (449 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
The price is S$537
includes taxes & fees
3 Jul - 4 Jul
Gaya Island Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (509 reviews)
"We stayed in a Palm Villa and it was amazing. Loved everything about it, especially the breakfast delivered by boat. We spent a lot of time on our deck and in and out of the water. All staff were friendly and genuine. Food at all meals was great. Snorkeling around the property to look for giant clams was a highlight."
United States
Katherine
The price is S$317
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Gayana Marine Resort

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (210 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is S$200
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (197 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful stay, tasty breakfast, nice room and great pool to use. The little shop onsite was good too. All food was amazing. "
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is S$50
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (189 reviews)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is S$416
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (233 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"
Singapore
KIAN HEONG
The price is S$100
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and beautifull beach"
United Kingdom
Aamer
The price is S$187
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (156 reviews)
"Good value, clean, convenient location."
United States
Raul Miguel
The price is S$102
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is S$237
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"excellent stay place 💕"
Singapore
Queia
The price is S$87
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "
Australia
Mark
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (614 reviews)
"Great location on waterfront with many restaurants and markets nearby. Welcoming staff and clean rooms"
United States
Stephen
The price is S$145
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (67 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
7 Jul - 8 Jul
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (999 reviews)
"We love the place Very nice lication"
United Kingdom
Antonette
The price is S$202
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The MAJULAN Hotel

The MAJULAN Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is S$95
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
The MAJULAN Hotel

K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28 reviews)
"Good place and very clean"
Malaysia
chien yong
The price is S$45
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
K Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Kota Kinabalu?
If you can't find a motel in Kota Kinabalu, consider some of the motels we suggest around the area or let us help you find something similar from over 622 hotels and other accommodation options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-effective amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
Motels often include free parking, and many have outdoor pools. Often one or two storeys high, motel properties usually have outdoor access to guestrooms from the car park. Starting in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travellers, and examples can still be seen today along historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Kota Kinabalu?
Here are some cheaper accommodations where you can stay in Kota Kinabalu. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu - Hotel Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Hotel The Magellan Sutera Resort - Hotel Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Hotel
What can I do in Kota Kinabalu?
Take time to explore the marina and shops in this romantic area while you're sightseeing. Those who've visited Kota Kinabalu like the parks. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Bukit Padang and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre and Water World Theme Park. To learn more about local history, take some time at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village.
What's the seasonal weather like in Kota Kinabalu?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Kota Kinabalu to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 251 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Kota Kinabalu while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Kota Kinabalu to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is located 4 mi (6.5 km) away. To see more of the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can find out about water transport options at the marina.

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