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1. 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$258
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern building with a glass facade and a sign for Holiday Inn Express.

2. 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, (240 reviews)
"The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent."
Japan
Genya
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"
Australia
Michaela
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a balcony area with outdoor seating.

4. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (220 reviews)
"Very helpful staff good location"
United Kingdom
MRS
The price is S$144
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A modern high-rise building with multiple floors, surrounded by a busy urban street with cars and a pedestrian crossing.

5. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (80 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is S$98
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

6. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"The communication was prompt, accurate, and polite full. Staff assisted by carrying out luggage upstairs, and is happy and polite. The massage chair was an amazing addition to our stay. In the heart of all shops. Will definitely book with them again."
Australia
Kunthea
The price is S$37
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
CJ Residence
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.

7. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel bello"
Italy
Davide
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel with multiple floors, a waterfront view, and a well-lit promenade.

8. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Try not get be placed on low floors... love the big room but its way too close to ground floor pool people can see ur room"
Canada
HEIDI
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "HOTEL PROMENADE."

9. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (604 reviews)
"Facilities a bit aged but clean room with nice club lounge room. Comfortable bed and good breakfast spread of local cruisine."
Singapore
Shih Chung
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.

10. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (623 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
The price is S$141
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A modern outdoor patio with a glass enclosure, seating, and a view of the interior.

11. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful place nestled in a private feeling bay. Not a huge amount of options for gluten free, but over all a great place l."
Australia
Alister
The price is S$196
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
The exterior of The Klagan Hotel with a prominent illuminated sign, a parking area, and a modern building facade.

12. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
The price is S$63
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Klagan Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a rooftop bar, surrounded by a busy urban street at night.

13. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (380 reviews)
"The location was close to many attractions. The hotel gym was very well equipped."
Taiwan
Joshua
The price is S$48
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

14. 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$191
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A modern building with a sign that reads "Riverson Sembulan".

15. The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (114 reviews)
"Great place. Walking distance to all. "
Singapore
Caroline
The price is S$64
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a road and greenery.

16. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"The Regis was perfect for our 3 night stay in KK. Virtual front desk through WhatsApp was very responsive to all inquiries and the on site staff was extremely helpful. The location next to the Imago Mall was also quite convenient for anything we need plus ehailing to different spots in KK."
United States
Heidi
The price is S$84
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

17. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (97 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is S$41
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top and multiple floors with illuminated windows.

18. Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (954 reviews)
"Great location."
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Horizon Hotel
A tall hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a sign indicating it is a Mercure hotel.

19. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (737 reviews)
"good"
United States
Xiaobo
The price is S$94
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".

20. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (252 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is S$60
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Mandarin Hotel
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