Title: Best Hotels Near Merdeka Square, Kota Kinabalu from CA $29 | Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Merdeka Square hotels

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/64b0771a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/c07bfc41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Elevator](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/843af5ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Shared fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/cebec0c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Signel-Poshtel-Gem-Of-North-Borneo.h92726103.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square

9.4/10

Exceptional

(16 reviews)

"room was clean and relatively well maintained. the staff were very helpful and polite"

![Malaysia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/my.svg)

Tony

CA $75

CA $85 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 28 - Apr 29

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Signel-Poshtel-Gem-Of-North-Borneo.h92726103.Hotel-Information)

![Grand Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/234ff7b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/87c51523.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/6b2107e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/0eba17b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### ACJ Residence

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-ACJ-Residence.h84138925.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square

9.6/10

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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/jp.svg)

Yuta

CA $50

CA $58 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 15 - Apr 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-ACJ-Residence.h84138925.Hotel-Information)

![Cafe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/5b39bb06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/32696ba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/35174c39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/4aa269d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-TOOJOU-Kota-Kinabalu.h32464952.Hotel-Information)

Kampung Air, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square

9.0/10

Wonderful

(12 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Wayne

CA $48

CA $55 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 8 - Apr 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-TOOJOU-Kota-Kinabalu.h32464952.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/903e3183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/a110b2c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/4b6f4295.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Junior Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/06086ffb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mandarin Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Mandarin-Hotel.h8388175.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Merdeka Square

8.4/10

Very good

(246 reviews)

"Staff was courteous and helpful. Room was super clean"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Douglas

CA $59

CA $67 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 2 - Apr 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Mandarin-Hotel.h8388175.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/1c6951bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/9b8731fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/2accf3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/04813ef3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Dreamtel-Kota-Kinabalu.h6806896.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Merdeka Square

7.8/10

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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/dk.svg)

Anonymous traveller

CA $41

CA $52 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 15 - Apr 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Dreamtel-Kota-Kinabalu.h6806896.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51287000/51286940/d0955c98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51287000/51286940/9c3a77e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Couple Double Room (CJ 2) | Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51287000/51286940/32e1aa4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Business Double Room (CJ 3) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51287000/51286940/acf39ed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### CJ Residence

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-CJ-Residence.h51286940.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square

9.6/10

Exceptional

(50 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Scott

CA $41

CA $48 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 2 - Apr 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-CJ-Residence.h51286940.Hotel-Information)

![40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/89fd081d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/2b30f994.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Shower, hair dryer, slippers, bidet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/d09b9490.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/0768a7a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Signel Hostel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Signel-Hostel.h31928716.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

9.8/10

Exceptional

(20 reviews)

"Friendly staff and cozy comfy beds - would definitely stay again "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Richard

CA $24

CA $29 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 27 - Apr 28

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Signel-Hostel.h31928716.Hotel-Information)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3837h2556x3y3-aee225a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Seaview Suite (High Floor) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/254daf94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Hill View Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3837h2559x3y0-66431223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/351b5174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Kota-Kinabalu.h83107453.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square

9.2/10

Wonderful

(202 reviews)

"Overall experience is good, recommend. "

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

CHIN YAN

CA $179

CA $196 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 7 - Apr 8

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Kota-Kinabalu.h83107453.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/b614a55a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Gym](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/952f205f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/ab71f1bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/6a43cbec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Citadines-Waterfront-Kota-Kinabalu.h99819186.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

9.0/10

Wonderful

(60 reviews)

"good hotel, but price too high for this class"

![Hong Kong SAR China](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/hk.svg)

kwok tai

CA $93

CA $104 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 8 - Apr 9

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Citadines-Waterfront-Kota-Kinabalu.h99819186.Hotel-Information)

![Superior Twin Room (With window)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22470000/22467700/22467661/b831b42d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22470000/22467700/22467661/b343ee38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Superior Queen Room (With window)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22470000/22467700/22467661/d3800837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22470000/22467700/22467661/6ca045b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Gaia 95

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Gaia-95.h22467661.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square

8.8/10

Excellent

(195 reviews)

"Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Chor Seng

CA $29

CA $38 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 2 - Apr 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Gaia-95.h22467661.Hotel-Information)

![Standard Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15085800/15085711/eb6a77fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15085800/15085711/5c5a53ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15085800/15085711/33aa9128.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Shower, bidet, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15085800/15085711/6105bd1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel O Five 2

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Five-2.h15085711.Hotel-Information)

Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square

8.4/10

Very good

(114 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Edmund

CA $24

CA $30 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 15 - Apr 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Five-2.h15085711.Hotel-Information)

![Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59617200/59617171/689a1d7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59617200/59617171/0537bb04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59617200/59617171/690d9e0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![AJ Residence 4 | Minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59617200/59617171/33443704.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AJ-Residence-Kota-Kinabalu-City-Center.h59617171.Hotel-Information)

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square

9.6/10

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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Ganesh

CA $45

CA $52 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 15 - Apr 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AJ-Residence-Kota-Kinabalu-City-Center.h59617171.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4550000/4549996/79f0d661.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4550000/4549996/93711864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 outdoor pools, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4550000/4549996/98b2ae63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4550000/4549996/ab6a6b2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Horizon Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Horizon-Hotel.h4549996.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Merdeka Square

8.2/10

Very good

(952 reviews)

"Very clean and proper hotel with decent location and good area, really enjoyed our stay!"

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

Keith

CA $109

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 13 - Apr 14

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Horizon-Hotel.h4549996.Hotel-Information)

![City Double Room (AC 9)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51286500/51286463/4cabdc8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51286500/51286463/a1b8e839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51286500/51286463/f4ec244c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51286500/51286463/8997877e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### AC Residence

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AC-Residence.h51286463.Hotel-Information)

Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square

9.6/10

Exceptional

(94 reviews)

"Great room and service! "

![Denmark](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/dk.svg)

Tonje

CA $41

CA $48 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 6 - Apr 7

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AC-Residence.h51286463.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16482100/16482003/c564132b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16482100/16482003/14f2062c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16482100/16482003/06ec5225.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16482100/16482003/543836e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Jsia Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Jsia-Hotel.h16482003.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square

8.0/10

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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sa.svg)

Anonymous traveller

CA $53

CA $61 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 4 - Apr 5

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Jsia-Hotel.h16482003.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8290000/8284400/8284379/0fb59791.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8290000/8284400/8284379/f3ded2d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Executive Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8290000/8284400/8284379/e8628148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8290000/8284400/8284379/ed81161d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Sixty3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Sixty3.h8284379.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square

8.8/10

Excellent

(481 reviews)

"Excellent hotel service "

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

David Wong Weng

CA $85

CA $100 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 18 - Apr 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Sixty3.h8284379.Hotel-Information)

![Minimalist King Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/602c5b63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Minimalist King Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/bd33054a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Industrial Family Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/b5fc6629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Futuristic Junior Suite | Television](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/674af610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-HotSpot-At-City-Centre-By-SSVC.h40225452.Hotel-Information)

Kampung Air, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

8.6/10

Excellent

(21 reviews)

"Great hotel. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Zachary

CA $43

CA $50 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 4 - Apr 5

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-HotSpot-At-City-Centre-By-SSVC.h40225452.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe King](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24046200/24046111/9ad2acf9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24046200/24046111/0000e266.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bathroom shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24046200/24046111/7a93462f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24050000/24046200/24046111/f67b2906.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Qlio Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Qlio-Hotel.h24046111.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

8.2/10

Very good

(55 reviews)

"The hotel is in the city center. Had a great stay over there. "

![Malaysia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/my.svg)

Myona

CA $33

CA $39 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 2 - Apr 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Qlio-Hotel.h24046111.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5358800/5358716/a877f68b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Boutique Extra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5358800/5358716/w6003h4001x0y0-5b9f8fad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5358800/5358716/6fc85397.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5358800/5358716/f1e31280.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Jesselton Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-The-Jesselton-Hotel.h5358716.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

8.4/10

Very good

(464 reviews)

"This is a nice smaller hotel in an interesting area of KK. Be mindful that if you get a room at the back of the hotel that there is quite at bit of noise from the road. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Nicholas

CA $72

CA $81 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 2 - Apr 3

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-The-Jesselton-Hotel.h5358716.Hotel-Information)

![2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/w3994h2667x3y0-acc13b2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/cbf302ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/d63449e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Club Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/51ee918d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Kota-Kinabalu.h1322074.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,000 reviews)

"The room was huge and the Club Lounge and view was wonderful."

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

Peta

CA $120

CA $133 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 18 - Apr 19

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Kota-Kinabalu.h1322074.Hotel-Information)

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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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/64b0771a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo | 2.5 star property | 9.4Exceptional16 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Grand Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/234ff7b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)ACJ Residence                     | 3.0 star property | 9.6Exceptional5 reviews  | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Cafe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/5b39bb06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel                  | 2.0 star property | 9.0Wonderful12 reviews   | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/903e3183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Mandarin Hotel                                 | 2.0 star property | 8.4Very good246 reviews  | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Deluxe Triple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/1c6951bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu               | 3.5 star property | 7.8Good1,000 reviews     | View               |      |     |              |               |  |

## Top Merdeka Square Hotel Reviews

![Grandis Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7060000/7055100/7055088/2ceb1ad9_y.jpg)

### Grandis Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Good location if you like being close to the pier for traveling to the islands, and having the convenience of a mall right next door. The rooms are average at best and the breakfast buffet could be greatly improved with some traditional breakfast meats and a dedicated omelette station. One thing I found very good was the hiring of the deaf for the positions that do not require regular verbal interaction."

[](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Grandis-Hotel.h7055088.Hotel-Information)

![Hilton Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15193700/15193612/4b381a7b_y.jpg)

### Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Staff are very friendly and helpful."

[](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hilton-Kota-Kinabalu.h15193612.Hotel-Information)

![Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849200/9849125/76480eae_y.jpg)

### Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location on waterfront with many restaurants and markets nearby. Welcoming staff and clean rooms"

[](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Kota-Kinabalu-Marriott-Hotel.h9849125.Hotel-Information)

![Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/w3994h2667x3y0-acc13b2b_y.jpg)

### Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

6/10 Okay

"Friendly staff"

[](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Kota-Kinabalu.h1322074.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel 7 Suria](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42260600/42260517/4cbe8b7c_y.jpg)

### Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good

"Located in the Suria mall"

[](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-7-Suria.h42260517.Hotel-Information)

![Sheraton Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121690000/121680900/121680843/bde9644e_y.jpg)

### Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Sheraton-Kota-Kinabalu.h121680843.Hotel-Information)

![Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3837h2556x3y3-aee225a8_y.jpg)

### Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Overall experience is good, recommend. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Kota-Kinabalu.h83107453.Hotel-Information)

![Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42670000/42662200/42662133/w8637h5709x0y5-460182af_y.jpg)

### Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

8/10 Good

"Why We were charged an extra $98 fir extra guest? We had ONE room for the two of us. Never before have we been charged almost $100 for ‘extra guest’"

[](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Kota-Kinabalu-City-Centre.h42662133.Hotel-Information)

![Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4210000/4208500/4208464/22a95575_y.jpg)

### Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Well located, clean and comfortable "

[](https://expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Shangri-La-Kota-Kinabalu.h4208464.Hotel-Information)

## Hotels near other Merdeka Square attractions

### Atkinson Clock Tower

Learn about the local history of Pusat Bandar with a stop at Atkinson Clock Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina. 

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### Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area. 

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### Gaya Street Sunday Market

4.1/5 (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

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

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

3.9/5 (374 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

4.0/5 (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

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Handicraft Market during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area. 

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## Frequently asked questions

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