Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

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

Popular places to visit

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

4/5(3 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Oceanus Waterfront Mall

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

Oceanus Waterfront Mall
Signal Hill Observatory Platform

Signal Hill Observatory Platform

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Signal Hill Observatory Platform, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

Signal Hill Observatory Platform

Imago Shopping Mall

4/5(6 reviews)

During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Imago Shopping Mall

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

3.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Pusat Bandar with a trip to Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

Things to do

Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

CA $90
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu City Tour

CA $116
per traveller
Kota Kinabalu City Tour
Kota Kinabalu : Mari-Mari Cultural Village Day Tour

Kota Kinabalu : Mari-Mari Cultural Village Day Tour

CA $158
per adult
Kota Kinabalu : Mari-Mari Cultural Village Day Tour
Sabah: Ticket to Rainbow island day trip with lunch

Sabah: Ticket to Rainbow island day trip with lunch

CA $87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sabah: Ticket to Rainbow island day trip with lunch
Kota Kinabalu: PADI Open Water Diver Course

RAID Open Water 20 Diver Course 3-Days | Kota Kinabalu

CA $504
per adult
RAID Open Water 20 Diver Course 3-Days | Kota Kinabalu
Young orangutan hanging from a tree in Kota Kinabalu

Private Full Day Sandakan Tour & Orangutan Sanctuary with Lunch

CA $501
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Private Full Day Sandakan Tour & Orangutan Sanctuary with Lunch
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Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Deals

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $158 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
CA $158
CA $174 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
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! (1,000 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
The Magellan Sutera Resort
The Magellan Sutera Resort
5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $310 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
CA $310
CA $341 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly and very good customer service especially from the front desk,which i can thank enough to help me solve some of difficult face during my stay!!worth for money"

Reviewed on Jun. 3, 2025

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $184 per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
CA $184
CA $202 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
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! (999 reviews)
"Very convenient and the view at 9th floor was beautiful."

Reviewed on Jun. 7, 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5 out of 5
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $209 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
CA $209
CA $229 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay.easy access to town.markets.islands.and day trips. Fantastic service .happy hotel lovely staff. 15th floor sunset views. Next to water front.. 10/10"

Reviewed on Jun. 15, 2025

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5 out of 5
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Sutera Harbour, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $166 per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
CA $166
CA $185 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic dinner and breakfast, beautiful property, super clean"

Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2025

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $161 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
CA $161
CA $177 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (957 reviews)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jun. 29, 2025

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

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.

Kampung Air
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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
The sunset here is always mesmerizing never disappointing. Tanjung Aru is divided into 3 beaches. The first beach is the most popular with locals and tourists. Bring some food or get some local food there and enjoy your meals as the sun displays her colours. It’s about 20 mins drive from the city.

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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Likas

Visitors to Likas enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is worth a stop.

Likas
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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.

Kepayan
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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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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