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Tonight
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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13 Oct - 14 Oct
This weekend
16 Oct - 18 Oct
Next weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu 5-star hotels

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

1. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Kip
Rp1.496.987
Rp1.660.560 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.
A beachside bar with outdoor seating, palm trees, and string lights.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.
A beach scene with a table and chairs, a fire, and a sunset.

2. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
United Kingdom
Eleanor
Rp2.497.413
Rp2.741.020 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
Rp1.621.127
Rp1.794.631 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.
A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
Rp3.391.223
Rp4.045.457 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
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.
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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
MRS
Rp1.822.673
Rp2.012.301 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
A modern interior with a curved seating arrangement, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and a view of the kitchen.
A modern interior with a bar area, a grid-like window design, and a sign reading "SAKURA".

6. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Mark
Rp2.054.889
Rp2.263.094 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.
A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and lush greenery. There is a white sofa with striped cushions and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.

7. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
Rp4.060.920
Rp4.429.608 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Gayana Marine Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
Rp1.792.003
Rp1.979.177 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

9. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Michaela
Rp1.507.210
Rp1.671.601 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.
A beach with lounge chairs facing the ocean, palm trees, and distant islands.
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the ocean and mountains.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

10. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Antonette
Rp1.847.078
Rp2.038.658 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a bench, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A wooden deck with a cushioned seating area, a view of the sea, and surrounding greenery.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.

11. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
Australia
Nikko
Rp5.184.668
Rp5.818.512 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.
An aerial view of a golf course with a large hotel, water bodies, and lush greenery.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

12. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Bethany
Rp2.636.969
Rp2.891.741 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the mountains, a ceiling fan, and a television.
A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.
A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.

13. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
United States
Eric
Rp4.731.940
Rp7.791.884 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Gaya Island Resort
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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

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Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
HweiChuen 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks 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 3 weeks ago
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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
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The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
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The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

8/10 Good
"A lovely hotel by the waterfront with an amazing view of yachts and the islands. All meals are in the buffet restaurant that provides a huge choice of local dishes and some international food. There is a tiny bar by the waterfront that serves simple food in the evenings. Excellent service staff and ambience. The hotel is just 15 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes to shopping malls, served by the hotel's free shuttle bus. Grab to the city is easy to get and inexpensive. Very convenient location. A hassle-free stay at this lovely hotel."
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