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Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

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Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4/5(38 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Oceanus Waterfront Mall and Centre Point.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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Tanjung Aru

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Beaches and abundant 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.

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Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Karambunai
Kota Kinabalu showing island images, tropical scenes and a coastal town

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

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Melabau

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Melabau and surrounding area, you can visit Taman Jubli Perak Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah and Royal Regalia Museum.

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Batu Niah

Batu Niah might not have many top sights, but Niah National Park and Niah Caves are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Batu Niah
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is Rp1.164.942 per night from 23 May to 24 May
Rp1.164.942
per night
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I believe this hotel is nearly perfect. If I may offer a suggestion, perhaps the parking lot could be enhanced to reflect a more artistic flair."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is Rp2.468.540 per night from 18 Jun to 19 Jun
Rp2.468.540
per night
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"clogged sink in my room at the Kinabalu View wing"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN, Kota Kinabalu
The price is Rp1.892.320 per night from 25 May to 26 May
Rp1.892.320
per night
25 May - 26 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (123 reviews)
"Good location with shopping Centre and dining around the premises."

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2024

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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.
Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos at Infinity Avenue
Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos at Infinity Avenue
3 out of 5
Sutera Avenue Residences, Tower 2, Block B, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall ...
7.8/10 Good! (55 reviews)
Disappointing stay, scruffy apartment, location ok
"We were quite disappointed with our stay. We arrived and only after contacting the property via phone, being asked to send a whatsapp message and sending proof of identity, were we given check in instructions and help actually finding the entrance to the property. Taxis will drop you outside an appartment/shop ..."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2023

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos at Infinity Avenue
Citadines Uplands Kuching
Citadines Uplands Kuching
4 out of 5
No. 55 Jalan Simpang Tiga, Kuching, Sarawak
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service.
8/10 Very Good! (438 reviews)
"a bit rundown for the price is charges"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Citadines Uplands Kuching
The Shore by Homesuite'
The Shore by Homesuite'
3 out of 5
Jln Lapan Belas, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and Netflix.
The Shore by Homesuite'
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.

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