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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu

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 P1,863
P2,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
CJ Residence
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun 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 P6,949
P7,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The Pacific Sutera 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 P2,088
P2,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
1 bedroom, Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"Another fantastic stay at this hotel. So friendly and everything very modern. A great place to stay in KK"
The price is P4,057
P4,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
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 P3,975
P4,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
Qlio Hotel
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Qlio Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (53)
"staff is friendry and couteous . next time i choice this hotel. "
Qlio Hotel
Mandarin Hotel
1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Mandarin Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (234)
"Strategic"
The price is P2,369
P2,692 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Mandarin Hotel
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, (1003)
"Very convenient and the view at 9th floor was beautiful."
The price is P7,483
P8,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
KK Times Square Hotel
Lobby

KK Times Square Hotel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (163)
"The room was not as expected. I read great reviews but sadly, we were unlucky. The room was so dusty, not clean. The deluxe king seems like a deluxe queen. Our room electricty keeps tripping. For a deluxe king, the room is small, i think we were given the wrong room coz we requested differently. The only great thing about it is it is walking distance to Imago. "
KK Times Square Hotel
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
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 P4,994
P6,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort
Api-Api Guest House
Property grounds

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (18)
"Nil"
Api-Api Guest House
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
View from room

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
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (190)
"Good location"
The price is P4,436
P5,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Cafe

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (129)
"Gym is insane for a hotel. Super clean and chic in design."
The price is P6,701
P7,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Promenade Service Apartments
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Promenade Service Apartments

2.0 star property
6.6 out of 10, (450)
"Excellent stay and so quiet at night. "
The price is P1,022
P1,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Promenade Service Apartments
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
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 P1,500
P1,903 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Hotel Eden54
A Residence
View from property

A Residence

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
The price is P2,054
P2,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
A Residence
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
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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

Tanjung Aru

Pristine beaches and ample 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

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

Kota Kinabalu which includes a coastal town, island views and tropical scenes
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.

Alamesra map

Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Kota Kinabalu City Mosque.

Kepayan map

Kepayan

Kepayan might not have many top sights, but Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah State Mosque are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travelers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighborhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants, and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Be sure to check out Anjung Samudera and Centre Point while you're in the neighborhood.

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 neighborhood include CJ Residence and The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 286 hotels and other accommodations 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 reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Kota Kinabalu, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighborhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Anjung Samudera, Centre Point, 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 neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Warisan Square, and Local Fruits Market. While you're out sightseeing, Anjung Kinabalu and Kompleks Asia City are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.