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Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (71 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room with very friendly staff."
Singapore
John
The price is CA $110
CA $123 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

La.mer Butik Hotel

La.mer Butik Hotel
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Terrific View Super clean and covetable . Short Grab ride to town ."
Australia
Siobhan
The price is CA $61
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
La.mer Butik Hotel

Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites

Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"アフルランへの交通便が少ない。"
Japan
Kazuaki
The price is CA $88
CA $99 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites

Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance

Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is CA $95
CA $133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Seaview Bliss Studio - Tropical Elegance

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56 reviews)
"Reasonable price and convenient."
Malaysia
Ong
The price is CA $57
CA $65 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Greenage MingSuite Kota Kinabalu

Greenage MingSuite Kota Kinabalu
2.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"A"
United States
Fui Fuui
The price is CA $25
CA $31 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Greenage MingSuite Kota Kinabalu

The Shore Kota Kinabalu Borneo Grand Roam Suites

The Shore Kota Kinabalu Borneo Grand Roam Suites
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is CA $76
CA $93 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
The Shore Kota Kinabalu Borneo Grand Roam Suites

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (5 reviews)
"Staff very nice and helpful, room is clean and tidy. "
Malaysia
Yan Ting
The price is CA $100
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"Recommended to bring family stay at the hotel. Convenience and comfortable. Apart from that, it is such a strategic place to find place to eat."
Malaysia
nancy
The price is CA $87
CA $106 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Pool was closed for 3 days over 4 of our stay. Very good location in town. Corridors can be noisy and smelly because of the other guests and appartments overloaded of people. Beds were very comfortable, ac worked well. There is a kitchen but nothing to cook. Very good price for what we got."
Canada
valerie
The price is CA $43
CA $50 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (118 reviews)
"Good apartment with good location"
Philippines
OLEG
The price is CA $40
CA $51 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall

The Voyagers Home Borneo Kota Kinabalu

The Voyagers Home Borneo Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The price is CA $275
CA $335 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
The Voyagers Home Borneo Kota Kinabalu

Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay
4.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Room was clean, location was convenient."
Singapore
Mark Jian Hao
The price is CA $89
CA $101 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.0 out of 10, (15 reviews)
"fantastic"
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $71
CA $88 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Jesselton Quay Citypads

Jesselton Quay Citypads
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.8 out of 10, (8 reviews)
"The unit needs to maintain better and the aircons has to be cleaned on routinely basis. The aircons are full of dust. The windows locks need to change and some are defective. Can be improved overall"
Malaysia
Vincent
The price is CA $76
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Jesselton Quay Citypads

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
7.6 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Good accessibility to airport, local restaurante and convenience stores, however, difficult to find to strangers or travellers."
South Korea
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $61
CA $69 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (24 reviews)
"Well priced. Would like to have stayed longer. The toaster didn't work and the toilet was blocked. "
Australia
Eileen
The price is CA $69
CA $85 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

Bay Suites Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu

Bay Suites Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is CA $52
CA $60 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Bay Suites Premier Suites Kota Kinabalu

Sutra Bay

Sutra Bay
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is CA $126
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Sutra Bay

Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho

Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.4 out of 10, Good, (23 reviews)
"No toiletaries even basic body shampoo. So loud the plane every hour from 6am till midnight 1am thorough the day btaking off or landing. Very bad soundproof, even next door talk softly on the phone you can hear so clearly. Water not going down when shower and in sink Cutlery only 1 pair and still have lipstick stain on the cup. "
Malaysia
Chee Hong
The price is CA $55
CA $68 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho
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You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Kota Kinabalu. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu near Aquascape Center, or you can select a secluded option if you want a relaxing stay. Tourists who visit Kota Kinabalu speak highly of the bustling marina and array of shops. Make sure you allow time to enjoy the parks during your vacation.

What's the top vacation rental in Kota Kinabalu?

K Avenue with PS5, Pool View, Kids Playground and Private Balcony: Visitors like this Kota Kinabalu vacation home rental. It offers an outdoor pool, a balcony, and air-conditioning to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, an electric kettle, and kitchenware. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with a garden and an arcade game room.

How many vacation rentals are there in Kota Kinabalu?

With 28 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Kota Kinabalu stay.

What can I see and do in Kota Kinabalu?

Aquascape Center and Downbelow Adventure Centre are a couple of family-friendly sights, whereas cultural attractions include Sabah State Museum and Mari Mari Cultural Village. Other places in town to visit include Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

What are vacation rentals like in Kota Kinabalu?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can reserve for several days or longer in Kota Kinabalu. Vacation rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs, and fire pits so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great choice for a family trip.