Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide

Kota Kinabalu

A clock tower with a weather vane, surrounded by lush greenery and a white fence.
A clock tower with two faces, surrounded by greenery and a white fence.
A mountain with a large cloud of smoke or dust rising from its peak.
A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
A street with a prominent entrance sign for Kota Kinabalu, surrounded by palm trees and parked cars.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu
The price is Rp2.134.163 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
Rp2.134.163
Rp2.348.629 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp1.618.115 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
Rp1.618.115
Rp1.791.297 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp1.651.895 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp1.651.895
Rp1.827.667 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

4 out of 5
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp1.524.640 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.524.640
Rp1.690.221 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Suria Sabah Shopping ...
Grandis Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp1.198.280 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
Rp1.198.280
Rp1.545.221 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is Rp1.539.776 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
Rp1.539.776
Rp1.706.578 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and cosy. Staff very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Learn more about Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.



Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide