Kepayan Travel Guide
Kota Kinabalu
Popular places to visit
Imago Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
After visiting Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Gaya Street Sunday Market
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
1Borneo Hypermall
During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at 1Borneo Hypermall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan
Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience
Rumah Terbalik The Upside Down House of Borneo Ticket in Sabah
Sabah: Mangrove Fireflies, and Sky Mirror Dream Beach Tour
Top hotels in Kepayan
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
An excellent ASEAN getaway to a 5 star resort retreat destination to relax, chill and pamper oneself and spouse. Wonderful beach front setting with quality SPA and Fine Dine Theme Restaurants Looking for to our next visit soon 👍
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hotel by the water but because of this a strong fish smell in the lobby. Breakfast very average for western tastes.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hotel staff and facilities were excellent. The breakfast buffet was phenomenal—wonderful, personalized service from Encik Fauzi and the rest of the team and a wide selection of food options, including many local favorites!
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Great hotel, central for airport, beach and sightseeing. Excellent restaurant within the hotel JoJo for lunch and evening meals. Minimarket 2 doors away
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kepayan
Tanjung Aru
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.
Luyang
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
A noteworthy feature of Downtown Kota Kinabalu is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Anjung Samudera and Centre Point.
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.
Likas
You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.
Alamesra
While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.
