Title: Visit Downtown Kota Kinabalu: Best of Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu-Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels.0-n6058879-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Kota-Kinabalu.d602.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Kota-Kinabalu.d602.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Kota Kinabalu Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d6058879.Car-Rental-Guide)[Downtown Kota Kinabalu Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d6058879.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Downtown Kota Kinabalu ## Kota Kinabalu ![love the air there!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/edd6bc56-b08a-4918-a8db-f48788b0cac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![love the air there!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/edd6bc56-b08a-4918-a8db-f48788b0cac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![This was taken after a quick walk from the Philippine market 6km away around 7am. #kotakinabalu #sunrise #waterfront #imagoKK #KK #Sabah](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/a9bef375-bc41-4e53-b65f-e016615ff8f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The downtown area of this ocean-side city is clean, pretty, and unique. It takes less than an hour to explore this neat historic area! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/346e31df-59cd-4ff2-b66e-fee8d85f1416.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Watching the sun set over the South China Sea during cocktail hour in the club lounge back in 2012 #waterlust #goldenhour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/77417946-d831-4c68-ae0a-2dd0cb46167b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Kota Kinabalu Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kota Kinabalu travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu.dx602) --- ### Popular places to visit ![This was taken after a quick walk from the Philippine market 6km away around 7am. #kotakinabalu #sunrise #waterfront #imagoKK #KK #Sabah](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/a9bef375-bc41-4e53-b65f-e016615ff8f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Imago-Shopping-Mall-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d553248621587293653.Vacation-Attraction) ![Enjoy hi-tea with a spectacular sunset view. This place is usually crowded on weekends and it’s first come first serve especially for the outer deck seats overlooking the sea.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/a049b520-b0e4-4675-85ef-6c68f6822f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Suria-Sabah-Shopping-Mall-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d553248621526929541.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kota Kinabalu Waterfront featuring outdoor eating as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975924118/4ba656cf-e835-47d0-8a80-2408cc078c81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 romantic area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Waterfront-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d553248635975924118.Vacation-Attraction) ![The sundown in downtown of Kota Kinabalu. #Roadtrip #Trover #Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/76eaeeb5-f016-492d-8b73-c0a46869eed7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Oceanus-Waterfront-Mall-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d553248635975913286.Vacation-Attraction) ![Delicious seafood with affordable pricetag.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/7e4c61ee-2318-4d29-ba2c-168cd8540499.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kompleks Asia City During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Kompleks Asia City. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Kompleks-Asia-City-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d6113964.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gaya Street Sunday Market 4.5/5(4 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Gaya-Street-Sunday-Market-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d6220585.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47883949/aa0b680b-f95c-4315-9749-819cc00efaac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan CA $89 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/kota-kinabalu-snorkeling-island-hopping-sapi-manukan.a47883949.activity-details) ![Private Tour Kampung Gypsy Water Village Kota Kinabalu Sabah](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48882585/d7305129-3661-4536-9e21-f33669c1c2d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu CA $35 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-tour-kampung-gipsi-sabah-cultural-village-kota-kinabalu.a48882585.activity-details) ![Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4814562/9174adb9-b230-4e95-a06f-db575e56a49d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu CA $90 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-guided-snorkeling-tour-from-kota-kinabalu.a4814562.activity-details) ![Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50430365/88cd1e2b-ac42-4db3-94a6-10317d3ba4a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience CA $32 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sabah-mali-mali-garden-spa-massage-experience.a50430365.activity-details) ![Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50410976/80e6bec9-904b-45cb-9ca7-ff188c80d22d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience CA $29 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/sabah-vona-spa-massage-experience.a50410976.activity-details) ![Mari-Mari Village Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307315/3b800247-60a8-41da-984a-ea6ec0e6005a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Including Lunch CA $79 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/mari-mari-cultural-village-tour-including-lunch.a1307315.activity-details) [See all activities in Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Kota-Kinabalu.d602.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Deals ![Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3837h2556x3y3-aee225a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu CA $152 CA $168 total Mar 17 - Mar 18 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (198 reviews) Everything is good Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F03%2F2026&endDate=18%2F03%2F2026&selected=83107453&PinnedHotelID=83107453&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/w3994h2667x3y0-acc13b2b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah CA $125 CA $138 total Mar 27 - Mar 28 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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 ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Overall is satisfying, they prepare sahur for Muslim to replace breakfast Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026&selected=1322074&PinnedHotelID=1322074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![Hyatt Regency Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11306/7d01c352_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah CA $122 CA $135 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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) The hotel was comfortable, but a bit tired. Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=11306&PinnedHotelID=11306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![The Magellan Sutera Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523800/523743/a886f034_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Magellan Sutera Resort 1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah CA $176 CA $195 total Mar 11 - Mar 12 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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! (1,001 reviews) For the rate that this hotel charge (walk in rate was RM800) the hotel could do better in the following areas: 1\. Wifi connection kept cutting off 2\. Limited TV channel options. Poor TV resolution 3\. Algae in the perimeter drain of the lap pool 4\. Leaking plumbing fixtures in bathtub and at the valve ... Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%2F03%2F2026&selected=523743&PinnedHotelID=523743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72937100/72937055/6775c9f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels Lot 2-5, Block A, Sutera Avenue, Kota Kinabalu Sabah Fully refundable CA $97 CA $108 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Sutera ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (149 reviews) Cleanliness, room size Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=72937055&PinnedHotelID=72937055&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25500/25482/762e2baa_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu No. 1 Jalan Tangki Kota Kinabalu Sabah CA $84 CA $105 total Mar 6 - Mar 7 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall ... 7.8/10 Good! (332 reviews) Room is very noisy Everything else was great Amazing breakfast and amazing staff Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026&selected=25482&PinnedHotelID=25482&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) [See all 643 properties in Downtown Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6058879) 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. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. 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Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Kampung-Air.dx553248635070816987) ![A mosque facing sea with clear blue sky ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000751879/048ae5ab-f6f9-4312-b3f0-31e256a517d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Luyang Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider a stop by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighborhood. [](https://expedia.ca/Luyang.dx3000751879) ![Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia – June 15, 2022: The Tanjung Aru Beach, Fisherman Village and Shangri-La Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344903/bf972de7-b73f-43dc-9155-57ed4ce2f5da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Tanjung-Aru.dx6344903) ![Kota-kinabalu city mosque](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6153331/80b32c64-0190-4fa2-8ac9-29d21c8f85a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Likas Likas is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in town. [](https://expedia.ca/Likas.dx6153331) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kepayan Kepayan might not have many top sights, but Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Kepayan.dx553248635976384008) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Alamesra.dx553248635976007980) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Downtown Kota Kinabalu ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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