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A coastal city with a marina, buildings, and a well-maintained park.
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A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a small island in the distance.
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Tawau

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Our top choices for Sabah historic hotels

Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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 Rp505.249
Rp684.500 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Family Quadruple Room | Living room

Hotel Garden

Hotel Garden
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
6.2 out of 10, (35 reviews)
"interim stay only"
Taiwan
Anonymous traveller
Hotel Garden
Front of property – evening/night

Heritage Hotel

Heritage Hotel
2.5 star property
Tawau
7.8 out of 10, Good, (113 reviews)
"Room was spacious., so as toilet. Staff were so kind and always ready when you need any help. "
Malaysia
Shah Rill
The price is Rp370.513
Rp525.519 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Heritage Hotel
Lobby

The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (468 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 Rp1.119.355
Rp1.297.225 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
The Jesselton Hotel
Exterior

Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Sixty3
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (481 reviews)
"Excellent hotel service "
Singapore
David Wong Weng
The price is Rp1.189.351
Rp1.420.447 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Hotel Sixty3
Reception

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (333 reviews)
"Room is very noisy Everything else was great Amazing breakfast and amazing staff "
Canada
Farzad
The price is Rp1.137.771
Rp1.430.869 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Massages on the beach

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
4.0 star property
Karambunai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (787 reviews)
"I would say this resort has plenty of activities and amenities which is very convenient. Peaceful resort with a beautiful beach right in front of me. I wish the food selection and taste could be improved."
Malaysia
Madihah
The price is Rp1.877.545
Rp2.116.071 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Interior entrance

The Klagan Regency

The Klagan Regency
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (334 reviews)
"We loved the Klagan regency. Everything about it was amazing. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay there again if we visit Kota Kinabalu."
Ireland
Olive
The price is Rp901.538
Rp1.061.983 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
The Klagan Regency
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (379 reviews)
"I am travelling with family. Good for vacation"
Malaysia
Vincent
The price is Rp1.819.135
Rp2.052.988 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Jul - 1 Aug
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Hotel Sandakan

Hotel Sandakan
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (88 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice room with a comfy bed, and excellent breakfast buffet."
United States
Dina
Hotel Sandakan
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Top Sabah Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Outside tab and the balcony with sun-bed was awesome! Staffs were also attentive and friendly too."
Mari 3-night trip
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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

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