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Featured Motels in Kota Kinabalu

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Recommended hotels in Kota Kinabalu

2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Nice big hotel with all amenities. Close to airport"
Australia
Carla
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (973)
"A good experience "
United States
Benedict
The price is S$112
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Restaurant
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
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (208)
"Free breakfast was excellent "
Australia
Kwan
The price is S$87
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Super convenient location with all sorts of options, including dining, shopping, transportation as well as banking."
Hong Kong SAR China
Cheng Wei
The price is S$109
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (598)
"Good hotel and good location."
Hong Kong SAR China
Ho Sing
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448)
"The property has a beautiful setting with the sea and a primary forest as its backdrop. The hotel excursions are excellent with an added inspiration on marine and forest conservation. Coral garden snorkelling and forest trekking are highly recommended. The staff are all genuinely kind and attentive. A very good resort."
Hong Kong SAR China
Siu Chui
Gaya Island Resort
Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
K Hotel

K Hotel

3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (23)
"A good basic hotel relatively near to the airport to rest our heads after a long flight. Fighting the battle of mould in the bathroom. "
Australia
Joanne
The price is S$46
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
K Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"The lobby is huge, nice environment, had snorkeling and golf course in hotel, very good. "
Hong Kong SAR China
YIN MAN
The price is S$159
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The Magellan Sutera Resort
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Beautiful resort experience. Sapi Island was breathtaking. Azure waters, glorious sun. Paradise"
Malaysia
Singh
The price is S$252
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel

2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (239)
"Good service, strategic location, highly recommended for Gaya night market and morning market. Shuttle to airport provided too!"
Malaysia
Anonymous traveller
The price is S$53
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Mandarin Hotel
Outdoor pool
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
"We had a suite which was beautiful and comfortabel. Good bed, good shower, good airco"
Netherlands
Gerrie
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites
Café
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, (142)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is S$120
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Lobby
Eminent Hotel

Eminent Hotel

2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (258)
"Free pick-up hotel"
Netherlands
Carla
Eminent Hotel
Outdoor pool
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (180)
"Nice place and good hotel view. Hotel parking need to be paid per entry for just RM3 because it was owned by the mall building. Overall I still like this hotel"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is S$40
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (504)
"Feels like we found paradise. This was just an amazing experience with the most professional staff and the best food. Worth every penny. "
Canada
Nicolas
The price is S$356
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Gayana Marine Resort
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Kokol Haven Resort

Kokol Haven Resort

3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16)
"Nice n comfy.."
Malaysia
Catherine
Kokol Haven Resort
Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
CJ Residence

CJ Residence

2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"New hotel, clean and quiet. "
Malaysia
Uvaraj
The price is S$40
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
CJ Residence
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"Courteous staff Spacious room/flat"
Lutfi 1-night trip
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Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

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Kota Kinabalu Motels information

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Lowest Price
S$40
Highest Price
S$356

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 Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu - Hotel Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Hotel The Magellan Sutera Resort - 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: Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Sabah Agricultural 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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