Kota Kinabalu Hotel Guide - 5 Stars Hotels in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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Tonight
24 Mar - 25 Mar
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25 Mar - 26 Mar
This weekend
27 Mar - 29 Mar
Next weekend
3 Apr - 5 Apr

Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu 5-star hotels

Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly "
Canada
Cilla
The price is Rp1.508.768
Rp1.672.463 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Restaurant

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Overall experience is good, recommend. "
Singapore
CHIN YAN
The price is Rp2.063.709
Rp2.271.800 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Our stay was excellent because of the warmth from all the staff - Malcom , Rocky to bae a few. Would return on our next trip back "
Singapore
Jin Hua Devona
The price is Rp1.504.788
Rp1.668.164 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Poolside bar

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Fantastic view, warm welcome from staffs, clean room condition"
United States
Youngsoo
The price is Rp2.906.390
Rp3.472.534 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Shangri-la Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, we really enjoyed our stay! The all inclusive was fantastic with premium restaurants included. "
Australia
Jenny
The price is Rp2.450.654
Rp2.689.700 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Good "
Australia
Mohan
The price is Rp2.289.029
Rp2.515.145 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (604 reviews)
"Close to everything"
Canada
Michael
The price is Rp1.719.757
Rp1.900.332 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (184 reviews)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is Rp5.087.597
Rp5.709.575 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (997 reviews)
"Good Hotel"
Malaysia
MS ANITA
The price is Rp1.633.769
Rp1.807.465 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (508 reviews)
"."
Australia
Melissa-Jane
The price is Rp5.241.330
Rp5.703.630 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Gayana Marine Resort
Private beach, white sand, beach umbrellas, beach towels

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We love the place Very nice lication"
United Kingdom
Antonette
The price is Rp1.441.114
Rp1.599.397 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
Gaya Island Resort
Rooftop bar, ocean views, open daily

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "
Australia
Mark
The price is Rp1.977.721
Rp2.337.150 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
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Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

One Place Mall, Lorong Putat 3 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp598.905 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
Rp598.905
Rp689.795 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (187 reviews)
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Kota Kinabalu and related destinations

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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

8/10 Good
"A good choice for an overnight stay with all the facilities you'd expect from this hotel. Good location just away from the port but within walking distance of bars/restaurants on the front. The infinity pool was lovely overlooking the islands - however there was limited pool furniture and only 3 parasols which was an issue. We enjoyed cocktails on the rooftop terrace watching the sunset. Pity this isn't open during the day as the food offered would have been most welcome for lunch. Staff were lovely and reactive. "
Susan 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Get ready for 5-star luxuriousness at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu or Hilton Kota Kinabalu. These are among the leading accommodation in Kota Kinabalu based on Expedia guest reviews. Choose your favourite and enjoy a taste of the finer life!
How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
You can find various pricing options for a 5-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu on Expedia. The amount you pay will depend on your holiday dates, length of stay and other factors. Compare all of the available accommodation for your preferred dates and use our pricing and other filters to discover the perfect luxury stay.

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Kota Kinabalu?
In Kota Kinabalu, a hotel needs to offer a specific level of high-end conveniences to be designated 5 stars. These may include on-site gyms, saunas and spas, gourmet restaurants, complimentary luxury toiletries, premium bedding and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their extraordinary standard of service. You'll enjoy things like concierge services, nightly turn-down services and in-room massage. Some may even offer special touches such as welcome gifts.