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Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 1.7 km, Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout...

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Ahmad Aiman Azri Ahmad
From
Malaysia
I recently stayed at Ritz Residence, IMAGO Mall (Loft B) and the experience was nothing short of outstanding. The moment I entered, I was greeted by an atmosphere of pure cleanliness and refined comfort. Every part of the residence was impeccably maintained — spotless floors, fresh linens, and a level of care that truly sets it apart. What impressed me most was how generous they were with amenities. From high-quality toiletries to thoughtful touches that made the stay smoother and more enjoyable, everything was well-planned and top-notch. Even without kitchen facilities, the residence offered more than enough luxury and convenience to ensure a seamless stay. The rooms were beautifully designed, spacious, and undeniably elegant. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, giving me some of the best sleep I’ve had in a long time. Every detail — from the décor to the lighting and premium furnishings — contributed to a truly elevated experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 469 reviews
Price from
US$75.40
1 night, 2 adults

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

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ANASTASIOS
From
Greece
Gorgeous rooms. Amazing breakfast. Many thanks to the staff for being so polite and helpful. One of the bests hotels i have ever stayed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 950 reviews
Price from
US$120.94
1 night, 2 adults

A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

L
Li-hsuan
From
Taiwan
Very good service. Facilities new, clean and nice. Perfect location to access local attractions.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 296 reviews
Price from
US$41.39
1 night, 2 adults

CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

S
Slava
From
Russia
Very comfortable place with nice personal which care about you every day!😊
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 554 reviews
Price from
US$43.86
1 night, 2 adults

AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

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Nina
From
Netherlands
Very clean, rooms are us on the pictures, the staff is very friendly, good communication through whatsapp. I stayed for 2 nights (between mount kinabalu climb) and they allowed me to store my luggage. On the second night, I had an upgrade for free. I would surely recommend this hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Price from
US$41.55
1 night, 2 adults

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated within 1.7 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 4.3 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu....

V
Valerie
From
United Kingdom
Was spotless, very very clean The air con was great, the shower had hot water Lots of bottled water Great location All the staff were great, very helpful & friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
Price from
US$34.46
1 night, 2 adults

The Aru by Ayuhouz

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah, The Aru by Ayuhouz features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking and a fitness centre.

K
Kian
From
Ireland
Everything was perfect, room fully equipped with anything you may need. Bed was huge and really comfy. Staff were great and very accommodating. Location was good, not the closest to KK but very close to the airport which was what we needed. Our only issue was that the pool closes every Wednesday for cleaning which meant we couldn't really use it as we stayed late Tuesday to early Thursday. However, the gym was open which was good for a small workout.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,182 reviews
Price from
US$124.67
1 night, 2 adults

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

H
Hsinpei
From
Taiwan
Good price. Breakfast was good, especially the pastry.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,822 reviews
Price from
US$45.06
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Hotel 7 Suria features concierge services and free WiFi.

n
nur
From
Malaysia
Kali ke 5 stay sini. And everything was good. As usual. Cuma our 2nd day. X sempat housekeeping bersihkn bilik
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,163 reviews
Price from
US$62.07
1 night, 2 adults

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu boasts four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

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Hing Man
From
Hong Kong
Room is spacious and clean. Rooftop swimming pool is nice. The fragrance from the hotel smells so good. Staff is super helpful. I lost my phone cable and shops were closed already. I had an early tour next day. The staff from the reception was so nice and helped me to charge my phone. So I could be able to contact the guide in the next day.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,169 reviews
Price from
US$78.16
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Kota Kinabalu

Airport shuttle (free)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 377 reviews
From US$50.14 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews
From US$76.23 per night
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 552 reviews
From US$68.97 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 442 reviews
From US$68.97 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
From US$151.37 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,284 reviews
From US$74.02 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
From US$125.83 per night

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Budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

VALLEY HOTEL is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 4.9 km of North Borneo Railway.

From US$51.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,310 reviews

In the city centre, King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a walkable area in Kota Kinabalu with good shopping.

From US$67.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,466 reviews

Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

From US$36.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews

Providing free WiFi, Diamond Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$48.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

Boasting a bar, Hotel O Asia City is situated in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$61.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 126 reviews

Located within 2.9 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel O Blossom Hotel provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$71.57 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Park Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 3.5 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway.

From US$47.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 435 reviews

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, HotSpot @ City Centre by SSVC features views of the city. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$67.22 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 734 reviews

Centrally situated in the city's commercial district, Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms and free WiFi throughout.

From US$109.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,169 reviews

Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu boasts four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

From US$94.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,498 reviews

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

From US$39.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Situated within less than 1 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Capsule Inn features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$9.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,822 reviews

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

From US$87.11 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 513 reviews

Set in Kota Kinabalu city centre, The Klagan Hotel features modern air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. The property has a restaurant and is 350 metres from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

From US$85.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Akinabalu Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,281 reviews

Boasting an outdoor pool and 4 dining options, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is set in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. The property offers spacious guest rooms with city or sea views.

From US$101.92 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, Misto Hotel is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 1.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$33.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

Located within the hustle and bustle of the city centre, Hotel Iskandar offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

From US$24.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Located within 600 metres of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.3 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Blossom hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$19.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 86 reviews

Set within 2.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel Sri Iskandar offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$28.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Set in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Paradise Suite at Asiacity features rooms with city views and free WiFi. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

From US$98.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 628 reviews

Located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.8 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway, CAPITAL EXPRESS features accommodation with free WiFi.

From US$29.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

Hotel Traveller is set in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km from North Borneo Railway.

From US$27.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Hotel Kinabalu is set in Kota Kinabalu, 3.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km from North Borneo Railway.

From US$41.23 per night

FAQs about hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Tropical Paradise in East Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu (KK) is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sabah on the island of Borneo. It features white-sand beaches, tropical rainforests and the outer lying coral reefs and islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman (TAR) Marine Park, a haven for scuba divers.

Occupied by the Japanese and heavily bombed during World War II by the British, some remnants of this colonial era remain in the Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory, with its sweeping view of the coast.

Tanjung Arn is KK’s most popular public beach and secluded northern beaches like Karambunai and Dalit have resorts dotted along the coast.

Kota Kinabalu Harbour hosts international cruise ships and the KK Waterfront is a popular place with many bars. The KK Handicraft Market is your chance to grab a nice souvenir to take home.

Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s highest mountain at 4,101 metres. This highly important ecological region contains rare fauna and flora and makes a good day trip from the capital.

A variety of hotels on Booking.com are centred around Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the city centre and islands.

Learn more about visiting Kota Kinabalu

  • 92 attractions
  • 15 points of interest
  • 1 neighbourhood

What guests said about Kota Kinabalu:

8.0

Good location for snorkeling and fishing trips.

Good location for snorkeling and fishing trips. Lovely islands to visit fir swimming. Easy access with the ferries. Best place for western pub food and glass of cold wine was Shoneys bar and grill Best island for snorkeling was Mengalum but one and half hours by boat.
Guest review by
carolyn
Australia
8.0

Kota Kinabalu is a beautiful city with amazing waterfront...

Kota Kinabalu is a beautiful city with amazing waterfront views, friendly locals, and plenty of nice cafes and seafood restaurants. It’s a great place to relax and explore nature. However, I found the food prices to be higher than expected — generally pricier than in Penang or Kuala Lumpur. Other than that, it was an enjoyable trip and I’d love to visit again someday.
Guest review by
Jia-Ming
Singapore
10

It is an exotic city, offer many experience, it was nice to...

It is an exotic city, offer many experience, it was nice to have the blend of a city but yet you can watch the fishing boats coming back to shore from their catch and visitors taking speed boats to island opposite KK, if you unit is sea facing, you can see this at your balcony while sipping away coffee,teas, fruit juice or even beers
Guest review by
Sui Yin
Malaysia
10

There is no other place like Tanjung Aru Beach in Kota...

There is no other place like Tanjung Aru Beach in Kota Kinabalu when you want to observe sunset. It is iconic (but you need to disregard hundreds of people who want to enjoy the same :-). You can buy beautiful pearls in this town. You can visit Mari Mari cultural village from this town. It exceeded our expactations.
Guest review by
Miroslav
Czech Republic
6.0

For a town of 500,000 people there should be many more...

For a town of 500,000 people there should be many more waterfront restaurants available to tourists and local population. National Museum was closed, the observation tower was closed and the Cultural village did not look genuine (plastic flowers used all over the village!?). I would recommend a max. stay of 2 days + 1 day for islands visit.
Guest review by
Luke
New Zealand
10

This was my first time in Kota Kinabalu.

This was my first time in Kota Kinabalu. I came for a program, but since I arrived earlier, I decided to explore KK and Kundasang. Even though it was a last-minute booking with Wisata Travel Agency, the accommodation and guide they arranged were excellent. ✨ Favourite places: In KK, I enjoyed the city vibes and food around 1Borneo Mall. In Kundasang, the highlights were the fish spa, rabbit farm, Desa Dairy Farm, and of course a stop at Pekan Nabalu — a picturesque spot with breathtaking views of Mount Kinabalu and local stalls selling souvenirs and snacks. 🍴 Where I ate: One memorable stop was trying the famous kepak ayam madu Wak Ali — really delicious! Around KK, it was easy to find food because there are so many choices, from local eateries to restaurants. 🚗 Getting around KK: With a guide from the travel agency, it was very convenient. The city is easy to move around with transport arranged, and going up to Kundasang was smooth with their service. 💑 For young couples: I’d recommend Kundasang as a must — the dairy farm, the mountain views, Pekan Nabalu, and even simple stops like the fish spa and rabbit farm create great memories. KK city itself is lively with shopping, cafes, and seaside views. It’s a good mix of nature and city for couples. Overall, it was a short but meaningful trip, and I’ll remember it as one of the best last-minute adventures I’ve had.
Guest review by
BARDSAAD
Malaysia

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From US$63.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,542 reviews
The 3-suite bedroom was huge. My kids enjoyed using the bath tub. The location is opposite to Jesselton ferry terminal which is embarking point for island hopping trips. Suria Sabah and Jesselton Point Duty Free just opposite the hotel. Variety of breakfast selections with local and continental dishes alike. Friendly staffs and front desk members. Excellent seaview. Our return flight was at 6.00am. The caring staffs provide us with packed breakfast for my kids at 4.15am which is very thoughtful and generous. Thank you so much.
Guest review by
vik2nes
Malaysia
From US$86.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 42 reviews
Its a cosy home in the most convenient place you can be. The home is superclean, facilities are fully provided, the amazing home projector system and apt home decor, also with the best view ever. The owner is really responsive and very helpful. Just a walk away to Jesselton Point & Gaya street equipled with swimming pool too facing sunset, what more we can ask for. Its beyond amazing!
Guest review by
Ghanageswary
Malaysia
From US$128.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 950 reviews
The location of the hotel is great. Jesselton Quay, from where the boats depart for the small islands, is just a few minutes' walk away. The hotel is well equipped. Breakfast is worthwhile, especially for lovers of Asian food. Dinner is also recommended. The cocktails in the bar are excellent. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Guest review by
Matthias Mueller
Germany
From US$74.02 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,284 reviews
Stayed close to the airport for 1 night, and hotel was a quality 3 star experience.
Guest review by
Paul Botha
Australia
From US$88.48 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,182 reviews
The best stay better than 5 star hotel in KK. Will absolutely come back soon!
Guest review by
charllyna
Malaysia