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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) hotels

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

1. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru, 3.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is CA $249
CA $298 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 18 - Sep 19
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

2. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Kampung Air, 6.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff, good breakfast."
Canada
XIAO HUI
The price is CA $109
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel bello"
Italy
Davide
The price is CA $126
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a sunset with clouds.

4. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (201 reviews)
"The room is a bit dated and the bathroom was grossed, with soap scum and mold. Staff was great and the breakfast was good with good varieties"
United States
Joo Ling
The price is CA $49
CA $56 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

5. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 5.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is CA $194
CA $215 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

6. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is CA $129
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A wall with multilingual welcome signs and a sign indicating a nap zone area.

7. Napzone KKIA by Sovotel

Napzone KKIA by Sovotel
1.5 star property
0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (78 reviews)
"very convenient to airport for travelers."
Taiwan
CHOU
Napzone KKIA by Sovotel
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with stools, and a large window with curtains.

8. The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz

The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru, 3.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (37 reviews)
"Excellent stay! Clean, comfortable room, very friendly and helpful staff, and a great location. Everything was perfect – highly recommended, would definitely stay here again!"
United Kingdom
Krisztina Rahel
The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz
A terrace with tables and chairs overlooking a body of water and a distant island.

9. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212 reviews)
"Hotel staff and facilities were excellent. The breakfast buffet was phenomenal—wonderful, personalized service from Encik Fauzi and the rest of the team and a wide selection of food options, including many local favorites!"
United States
Paul
The price is CA $166
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a wall-mounted plant display.

10. The Atelier

The Atelier
3.0 star property
Tanjung Aru, 2.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"It is near the airport."
Singapore
Tommy
The Atelier
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

11. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (78 reviews)
"Great locations and tidy facilities"
Australia
Thomas
The price is CA $93
CA $104 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel corridor with a marble floor, dark wooden walls, and a large abstract artwork on the left.

12. Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (922 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel ,location perfect with many restaurants to choose from and coffee shop right next door,so loved the fact that after a day out we relaxed with a coffee seated outside next to hotel .a door in the hotel lead us through into the 8th floor shopping mall , a wow factor . The food selection was superb . A grand hotel all in all"
United Kingdom
lana
The price is CA $119
CA $131 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Grandis Hotel
A person in a modern indoor pool with clear glass walls, a tiled column, and a glass table with a drink.

13. Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (735 reviews)
"The pool is a nice addition after a long day of excursions."
Canada
Kian Yung
The price is CA $79
CA $89 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.

14. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 4.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We love the place Very nice lication"
United Kingdom
Antonette
The price is CA $144
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

15. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5 star property
5.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"Great place to stay, staff very helpful and lots of amenities"
United Kingdom
Kevin
The price is CA $91
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

16. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (239 reviews)
"The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent."
Japan
Genya
The price is CA $72
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

17. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 6.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (619 reviews)
"Staff members are so friendly and helpful! Beautiful rooms"
Australia
Savannah
The price is CA $139
CA $153 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 17 - Sep 18
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

18. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 4.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (157 reviews)
"Good value, clean, convenient location."
United States
Raul Miguel
The price is CA $109
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

19. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 5.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"The Regis was perfect for our 3 night stay in KK. Virtual front desk through WhatsApp was very responsive to all inquiries and the on site staff was extremely helpful. The location next to the Imago Mall was also quite convenient for anything we need plus ehailing to different spots in KK."
United States
Heidi
The price is CA $87
CA $98 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".

20. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 7 km from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (252 reviews)
"High cost performance. Very close to the Friday night market."
Japan
Kanai
The price is CA $51
CA $58 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Mandarin Hotel
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Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a large window offering a city view.
K Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
28 reviews
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A modern hotel lobby with a glass partition, a car parked outside, and a clean, reflective floor.
Eminent Hotel
2.5 star property
8.2
Very good
260 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a large window with curtains, and artwork on the walls.
Rail Suite Aeropod
2.0 star property
8.0
Very good
5 reviews
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A staircase leading to a landing with a wall-mounted light fixture and a small table with a vase of flowers.
One Hotel Lintas Jaya
3.0 star property
7.8
Good
13 reviews
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3.0 star property
7.6
Good
13 reviews
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Top Kota Kinabalu Intl. Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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C'haya Hotel

C'haya Hotel

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8/10 Very good! (224 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like near Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?

Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) is located in an area of Kota Kinabalu known for its beautiful island views, snorkeling, and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 8 hotels and other accommodations located within a mile of the airport.

Where is the best place to stay close to Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?

K Hotel is a popular hotel, featuring concierge services and flat-screen TVs. It's located a short 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI). Other places to stay within close proximity to the airport include Napzone KKIA by Sovotel and The Aru Hotel, Aru Suites by Ayuhouz.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)?

Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations near Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI).

What can I see and do near the airport in Kota Kinabalu?

Sights like Koisaan Cultural Village and Atkinson Clock Tower highlight some of the local culture. Get outside and spend some time strolling around Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, and Sabah Agricultural Park. Downbelow Adventure Centre, Monsopiad Cultural Village, and Aquascape Center are some favorites close by Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI).

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