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A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

A hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

A buffet with various dishes and decorative lighting.

1. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Shih Chung

CA $81

CA $91 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a "No Smoking" sign, and a window with curtains.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a glass shower, and a small sitting area.

A kitchen with a black induction cooktop and a tiled backsplash.

A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a clear view of the entrance.

2. Promenade Service Apartments

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Janet

CA $26

CA $29 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a television on a wooden cabinet.

A spacious living area with a curved staircase, a large gray sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A swimming pool with tiled edges and steps leading into the water, surrounded by a building with balconies and a sign for a sushi restaurant.

A modern hotel with a unique wave-patterned facade, a view of a busy street, and a body of water in the background.

3. 1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Martin

CA $88

CA $109 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A multi-story hotel with a large billboard, a busy street with cars, and a view of the sea.

A high-rise building with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a busy street.

A playground with swings and a red metal frame, surrounded by a paved area with a low fence.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

4. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Anonymous traveller

CA $72

CA $89 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

5. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Catherine

CA $69

CA $91 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

6. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kip

CA $119

CA $132 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a minibar.

A hotel room with a white desk, a coffee maker, a water bottle, and a tray with cups and a bag of snacks.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a small dining table, a kitchenette, and a large window.

7. Hotel Capital

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Sofía

CA $38

CA $48 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.

A modern interior with three arched windows, leather seating, and a central table.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.

8. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Michaela

CA $114

CA $127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.

9. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Thomas

CA $98

CA $109 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

10. Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

MASAKO

CA $49

CA $56 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A balcony with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a sunset with clouds.

A hotel room with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a TV displaying a menu, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, a large wall mural, and a red carpet.

A multi-level hotel with a large indoor swimming pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

11. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Velmor

CA $51

CA $58 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

12. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Sri Ganesh

CA $129

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.

A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.

13. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Linda JUNE

CA $259

CA $309 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

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.

A street with buildings, cars, and a sign for a health care laboratory.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.

A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

14. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kunthea

CA $34

CA $41 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.

A multi-story hotel with a rooftop bar, surrounded by a busy urban street at night.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV screen displaying a hotel name.

15. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Joshua

CA $38

CA $41 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.

A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.

16. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

CA $145

CA $160 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

A spacious gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clean, modern design.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a seating area with a chair and a table.

A coffee shop with a sign that reads "FLOW COFFEE". Inside, there are tables and chairs arranged for customers.

17. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Paula

CA $104

CA $115 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.

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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Zhen

CA $39

CA $45 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.

A window with sheer curtains, a view of a body of water, and a distant hill.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several receptionists, and a large potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

19. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

John

CA $59

CA $70 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

20. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Savannah

CA $143

CA $157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

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A coastal cityscape with a mix of modern and traditional buildings, a dense urban area, and a large body of water with boats.

Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

8/10 Good

"Absolutely lovely resort - the resort is beautiful and feels like paradise. The staff are all amazing, great service everywhere. The restaurants are reasonably priced (a bit more expensive than the mainland but seems reasonable given the location) and all the meals we had were really nice - we stayed for a week and had tried most dishes by the end , there isn’t a huge variety and only a few Malaysian options. Our room was up a steep hill but you can ask for a ride up on the buggy if you don’t fancy the walk. Everything does close up quite early (last order for a drink 10pm) but can see why as we were always the only people still around at this time - everyone seems to disappear about 8:30 so it can feel a bit of a weird atmosphere if you’re an evening person. There are lots of biting insects around so do take some decent insect repellent as the oil the resort provides didn’t seem effective at all. They light insight repellent coils outside each villa in the evening - it would be good if the resort could add these at the bar area at the Pantai restaurant too. A few things. The rooms just aren’t insect proof at all - eg there’s gaps in the door so we got bitten a lot. Each day we had to brush ants off our bed. When we first arrived there was a large number of ants (dead and alive) on the bed. We stayed for a week and the bedding wasn’t changed at all during this time, which was surprising especially as I had a couple insect bites which left a bit of blood on the bedding."

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"VERY NICE"

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for one week and the room was very comfortable. The breakfast included was worth the extra fee. 24/7 Gym and laundry services available. Infinity pool was relaxing and has a great view of sea. Citadines is a popular meet up spot. We went on two tours and they picked us up right outside our hotel. There is a restaurant, massage spa, burger king, cafe and lemon tea shop in the same building."

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"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"

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"

More cheap stays in Api-api Centre

Warisan Hotel

WARISAN SQUARE, 88100, Kota Kinabalu SABAH

CA $20

CA $25 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

includes taxes & fees

6.6/10 (11 reviews)

Signature Inn

43, Jl. Pantai, Pusat Bandar Kota Kinabalu Sabah

CA $22

CA $27 total

Oct 19 - Oct 20

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (4 reviews)

Borneo Suites Hotel

LOT 36, TAMAN FRASER Kota Kinabalu Sabah

CA $26

CA $31 total

Oct 18 - Oct 19

includes taxes & fees

1 City Hotel

Lot 1, Block B, Ground Floor Kota Kinabalu Sabah

CA $27

CA $36 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (40 reviews)

KK Times Square Hotel

C-16-G, Signature Office Kota Kinabalu Sabah

CA $46

CA $53 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (166 reviews)

Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

kota kinabalu times square Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu

CA $48

CA $55 total

Nov 11 - Nov 12

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (3 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Api-Api Centre?

The best area to stay in Api-Api Centre is the city centre itself, particularly around Jalan Tun Razak and the waterfront.This area is the heart of Api-Api Centre, offering a blend of modern amenities and easy access to local attractions. It's very walkable, with most hotels, shopping centres, and restaurants concentrated within a few blocks. The waterfront promenade, known as Anjung Senja, is a central feature, superb for evening strolls.For solo travellers, staying in the city centre is ideal due to its convenience. You'll find a wide selection of eateries, from local hawker stalls to international restaurants, and many shops. The main jetties for island hopping are also easily accessible from this area, making day trips straightforward.Couples looking for a comfortable and convenient stay will appreciate the city centre's offerings. Many hotels here provide excellent facilities, often including pools with city or sea views.

When is the best time to go to Api-Api Centre?

The best time to go to Api-Api Centre, Sabah, is generally during the dry season, which runs from March to October.During these months, you'll experience less rainfall and plenty of sunshine, making it ideal for exploring the city and its surrounding attractions. The weather is consistently warm, superb for outdoor activities like island hopping to Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park or wandering through the Waterfront area. This period also offers excellent visibility for diving and snorkelling trips.For those planning a trip focused on outdoor adventures and enjoying the beaches, May to July are particularly good. While still within the dry season, the humidity can be slightly lower, making daytime excursions more comfortable.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, though it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if canceled within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to "My Trips", and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by "Fully refundable property" for hotels in Api-api Centre.

How much is the nightly rate at a Api-api Centre hotel?

Prices for hotels in Api-api Centre often vary, but you can find a great deal from CA $25 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by "Price: low to high" for the cheapest rate.

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Our top choices for Api-api Centre hotels

1. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

2. Promenade Service Apartments

3. 1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

4. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

5. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

6. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

7. Hotel Capital

8. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

9. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10. Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu

11. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

12. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

13. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

14. CJ Residence

15. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

16. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

17. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

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

19. The Klagan Hotel

20. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

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Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

The Magellan Sutera Resort

More cheap stays in Api-api Centre

Warisan Hotel

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Borneo Suites Hotel

1 City Hotel

KK Times Square Hotel

Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

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