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Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"room was clean and relatively well maintained. the staff were very helpful and polite"
Malaysia
Tony
The price is CA $70
CA $80 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Room was very clean. I enjoyed the stay and had good sleep before climbing Mount Kinabalu. I would like to recommend this hotel to others."
Japan
Yuta
The price is CA $51
CA $59 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"Enjoyable stay and a great budget property choice. Staff were all helpful, Wi-Fi good, rooms, although snug, more than adequate for sleeping and showering. The one thing that let the property down was the lack of options at breakfast. Everyday a different breakfast meal was given but you had no idea what it would be and didn’t have another option to choose if it wasn’t to your liking. That said, the quality of the food was good. Would happily stay at the property again if looking for somewhere...
United Kingdom
Wayne
The price is CA $48
CA $55 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (207 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is CA $156
CA $171 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (249 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is CA $60
CA $68 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Mandarin Hotel

CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable lodging, I could recommend. Good location- easy walk to fish market. Can honestly say for the price was a good deal. "
Australia
Scott
The price is CA $42
CA $49 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
CJ Residence

Signel Hostel

Signel Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Friendly staff and cozy comfy beds - would definitely stay again "
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is CA $24
CA $29 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Signel Hostel

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Merdeka Square
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Comfortable stay at Dreamtel. Breakfast was good, staff was service-minded, and room was nice. The hotel has a central location. Good value for money."
Denmark
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $42
CA $53 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (195 reviews)
"Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price."
United States
Chor Seng
The price is CA $35
CA $45 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Hotel Gaia 95

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (64 reviews)
"good hotel, but price too high for this class"
Hong Kong SAR China
kwok tai
The price is CA $94
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. "
United Kingdom
Ganesh
The price is CA $45
CA $52 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
2.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (115 reviews)
"The staff were excellent, the room was clean and spacious. The hotel is within a Km of 2 malls and close to dining and groceries. "
United States
Edmund
The price is CA $25
CA $32 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Hotel O Five 2

Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (953 reviews)
"Great location."
United Kingdom
Michelle
The price is CA $118
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Horizon Hotel

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"I really enjoyed my stay here; The room and staff itself were amazing and also upgraded my room and catered to all my needs:) The only thing is that it's a bit further from the main area so you have to do a bit more walking but overall really nice"
Canada
Tanjin
The price is CA $41
CA $48 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (481 reviews)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
The price is CA $77
CA $90 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Hotel Sixty3

Jsia Hotel

Jsia Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (28 reviews)
"The room was comfortable and clean. It will be great if cloth hanger is installed inside the room and kiblat direction was labelled for muslim tourists."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveller
The price is CA $54
CA $62 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
Jsia Hotel

Qlio Hotel

Qlio Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (55 reviews)
"The hotel is in the city center. Had a great stay over there. "
Malaysia
Myona
The price is CA $31
CA $37 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Qlio Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (466 reviews)
"Lovely historic hotel in KK. Close to all amenities, easy stopping point for taxis outside property. Clean and comfortable."
United Kingdom
Lucy
The price is CA $74
CA $83 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
The Jesselton Hotel

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was huge and the Club Lounge and view was wonderful."
Singapore
Peta
The price is CA $128
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is CA $106
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 3 - Jun 4
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
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Compare popular hotels close to Merdeka Square

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Lounge
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
16 reviews
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Grand Double Room
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
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Cafe
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
13 reviews
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Restaurant
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
207 reviews
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Exterior
Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
249 reviews
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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 287 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 Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.
How many hotels are there near Merdeka Square?
Expedia has 287 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, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. Bring the family to Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre, and Water World Theme Park while you're checking out the area near Merdeka Square.