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A massage chair in a room with a TV mounted on the wall, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a door.
A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
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 modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.

1. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
Australia
Kunthea
CA $33
CA $40 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
CJ Residence
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.
Two white towels with embroidered text and decorative flowers.
A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.
A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.

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

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
Canada
Zhen
CA $39
CA $46 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.
A hotel bathroom with a vanity, a mirror, a shower area, and a door.
A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.
A hallway with marble walls, wooden doors, and chandeliers.

3. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
Japan
Yuta
CA $47
CA $54 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.

4. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
Italy
Davide
CA $129
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.
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.

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
United Kingdom
MRS
CA $145
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Lounge
Room
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
A modern kitchen with black and white cabinetry, a wooden dining table, and pendant lighting.

6. Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
Canada
Donna
CA $50
CA $54 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.
A street view with a building featuring a restaurant named 'Mint' and a pharmacy.
A modern bathroom with a shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a small table with a vase.
A hotel hallway with a marble floor, wooden doors, and a chandelier.

7. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
United Kingdom
Ganesh
CA $43
CA $50 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
Australia
Thomas
CA $98
CA $109 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.
A hotel interior with a wooden slat wall, a sign reading "GAIA95", and a view of the outside through a window.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "GAIA95".
A room with a black shelf holding patterned cushions, a hexagonal mirror, and two orange containers.

9. Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
Australia
Brittany
CA $29
CA $38 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Hotel Gaia 95
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for 'HOTEL SIXTY-3'.
A modern elevator area with a wooden panel wall, a digital information display, and a trash bin.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a vase with flowers on the table.
A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a television screen, and a modern ceiling design.

10. Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
Singapore
David Wong Weng
CA $86
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hotel Sixty3
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.
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 modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.

11. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
Canada
HEIDI
CA $119
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.
A modern interior with green armchairs, a wooden table, and a staircase with a railing.
A staircase with a mural featuring a cartoon character and a sun.
A modern living room with a sofa, a hanging chair, and a laptop on a table.

12. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
Kampung Air, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
Malaysia
Kim
CA $78
CA $87 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a minibar.
A multi-story hotel with a colorful facade, featuring a mix of geometric patterns and a prominent logo at the top.
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 reception area with marble walls, a reception desk, and a digital information board.

13. Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
United States
Sofía
CA $39
CA $49 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Hotel Capital
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.
A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, a small table, and a dining area with chairs.
A modern hotel with a prominent 'Shore' sign, featuring a grid-like facade and a central entrance.
In-room dining

14. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
Malaysia
Yan Ting
CA $50
CA $79 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, and a green wall.
A hotel lobby with a carpeted floor, several armchairs, a sofa, and a small table with a lamp.
A reception desk with a computer, a plant, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hallway with wooden chairs, a vase of flowers, and a staircase in the background.

15. Hotel Eden54

Hotel Eden54
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
Australia
Anonymous traveller
CA $37
CA $43 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Hotel Eden54
A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a view of the sunset over the water, and a balcony with a chair.
A corner room with large windows, a teal chair, and a small table with a remote control.
A hotel reception area with a glass counter displaying a bottle of Divine lotion, a white box, and a white bag with the brand name.
A hotel reception area with a modern design, including a large flower-shaped ceiling light, a reception desk, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

16. Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
United States
Ai Ming
CA $64
CA $69 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Hotel 7 Suria
A spacious lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a reception desk.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a bathroom with a glass door.
A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, a chandelier, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
The entrance to Jesselton Hotel with a classic facade, large glass doors, and a tiled ground floor.

17. The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
Malaysia
Henn Kiew
CA $80
CA $90 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
The Jesselton Hotel
A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".
A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a sink with a towel rack above.
A modern office space with a reception desk, computers, and a glass partition.
A hotel room with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

18. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Merdeka Square
Canada
Tamara
CA $60
CA $69 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Mandarin Hotel
A reception desk at Hotel de Leeton with a sign indicating the reception area.
A hotel entrance with a 'No Smoking' sign, a 'Hotel deFeet' sign, and a 'Please make deliveries to side door' sign.
A conference room with a long table, red chairs, a projector screen, and speakers.
A conference room with rows of tables and chairs, a projector screen, and wooden cabinets.

19. Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveller
CA $32
CA $38 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Hotel DeLeeton
A reception desk with a wooden design, a sign reading "Hotel Five 2 OYO," and a counter with various items and a clock.
A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red accents, a wooden floor, and a wall-mounted coffee machine.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a series of framed pictures on the wall, and a mirror reflecting the hallway.
A hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

20. Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
Canada
valerie
CA $32
CA $38 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hotel O Five 2
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Compare popular hotels close to Merdeka Square

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A massage chair in a room with a TV mounted on the wall, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a door.
CJ Residence
9.6
Exceptional
56 reviews
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A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
9.6
Exceptional
97 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
View
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
9.2
Wonderful
220 reviews
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Top Merdeka Square Hotel Reviews

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

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."
Jason 7-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
HweiChuen 4-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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"
Michaela 4-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"Very helpful staff good location"
MRS 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."
Carolyn 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
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 1 month ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital

10/10 Excellent
"I LOVE TO STAY WITH THIS HOTEL. VERY CONVENIENCE. NEAR TO TAMU GAYA WHICH ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE TO GO THERE. SURROUNDING WITH NEAR SUPERMARKET AND MALL. . EVERY TIME TO KK, WE WILL STAY TO THIS HOTEL. 5 STAR TO STAY HERE"
CICYLIA 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Hotel Capital
Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel

8/10 Good
"I enjoyed my stay .It was a a spacious and comfortable room .The staff were friendly and helpful and the included breakfast was very nice .The pool was pleasant too .The location was convenient too."
John 3-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Horizon Hotel
Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good
"Located in the Suria mall"
Kee 2-night trip
Posted 7 months ago
Hotel 7 Suria

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Atkinson Clock Tower

7.6/10 (17 reviews)
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Gaya Street Sunday Market

8.2/10 (478 reviews)
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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Sedco Square

8.8/10 (3 reviews)
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Sedco Square. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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KK Plaza

7.6/10 (97 reviews)
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at KK Plaza. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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Kota Kinabalu Central Market

7.8/10 (375 reviews)
During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kota Kinabalu Central Market. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.
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Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

8.0/10 (183 reviews)
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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Handicraft Market

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Merdeka Square?
Merdeka Square is located in Bandaran Berjaya. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful island views and top seafood restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 283 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Merdeka Square?
Adjacent to Merdeka Square, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers 2 bars and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.
How many hotels are there near Merdeka Square?
Expedia has 283 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Merdeka Square.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Merdeka Square, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Merdeka Square.
What can I see and do near Merdeka Square?
Sights like Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village highlight some of the local culture. Local parks like Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, and Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Bring the family to Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre, and Orchid De Villa while you're checking out the area near Merdeka Square.