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Kota Kinabalu featuring a coastal town, island views and tropical scenes
Kota Kinabalu featuring tropical scenes and a park
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Kota Kinabalu showing a small town or village, markets and food
Kota Kinabalu showing a bay or harbour, a small town or village and tropical scenes

Where to stay in Borneo

Kota Kinabalu featuring a coastal town, island views and tropical scenes

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(12 area reviews)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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Tanjung Aru

3/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Tanjung Aru
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Karambunai

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

Karambunai
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Alamesra

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

Alamesra
Kota Kinabalu featuring a coastal town, island views and tropical scenes

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.

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Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider a stop by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Luyang
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah
The price is CA $215 per night from Aug 22 to Aug 23
CA $215
CA $235 total
Aug 22 - Aug 23
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Tuaran. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Depressing bathrooms , hotel great otherwise
"After a terrible check-in process (lack of training) the hotel was great . One thing though the bathrooms are depressing and tired ."

Reviewed on Jul. 15, 2025

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $159 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
CA $159
CA $175 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Booked a sea view twin with breakfast. Watching sunset in your air conditioning room is totally worth it."

Reviewed on Jun. 27, 2025

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $163 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
CA $163
CA $179 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff & Hotel Management are super friendly and accommodating."

Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
G-08 JALAN TUN FUAD STEPHENS, Kota Kinabalu
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Imago Shopping ...
9/10 Wonderful! (41 reviews)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."

Reviewed on Jul. 6, 2025

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
La.mer Butik

La.mer Butik

2.5 out of 5
Bay Suites, Lorong Bayu, Off Jalan Istiadat, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this aparthotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Sabah Indoor Climbing ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"房間大,1樓有洗衣機,但不行用現金及信用卡,不過一樓的櫃檯人員可以幫忙用其他的支付方式,再給他現金就好 房間有小黒蠅,感覺比較不好 另外房間也沒附盥洗備品需要自己帶,也沒有體重機秤行李"

Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2025

La.mer Butik
Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG

Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG

3 out of 5
Jln Lapan Belas, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and Netflix. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and KK Plaza are located ...
6.8/10 (11 reviews)
"Clean and centrally located Borneotel offers easy access to shopping and dining. Situated opposite the Filipino Handicraft market, it boasts efficient and friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jan. 5, 2025

Borneotel The Shore KK by CHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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