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The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is ₹7,251
₹8,063 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

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 ₹2,795
₹3,531 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12 reviews)
"Clean and nice location to go everywhere. Staff was so nice and also room was spacious and clean"
Singapore
JUNGMI
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

Oceania Hotel

Oceania Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (523 reviews)
"High speed internet & plenty of parking spaces "
Malaysia
Siang hur
The price is ₹3,161
₹3,646 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar
Oceania Hotel

Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (127 reviews)
"Convenient and nice Staff "
Canada
Kevin
The price is ₹2,377
₹3,058 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Hotel 7 Suria

Gaya Centre Hotel

Gaya Centre Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.2 out of 10, Good, (736 reviews)
"Location was excellent "
Canada
King Wong
Gaya Centre Hotel

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (373 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, good amenities, convenient location"
Australia
FOON
The price is ₹2,458
₹2,887 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge
3.0 star property
Ranau
7.4 out of 10, Good, (71 reviews)
"Staffs are so friendly especially the housekeeping staffs are very efficient and very fast respond..."
Malaysia
Santi
Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (306 reviews)
"Good location and close amenities."
United Kingdom
C
The price is ₹2,719
₹3,496 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Hotel Capital

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (81 reviews)
"Very Healthy breakfast very helpful kind staff"
Australia
Saxon
The price is ₹4,141
₹4,705 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel

Mamutik Island Lodge

Mamutik Island Lodge
3.0 star property
Mamutik Island
The price is ₹11,620
₹12,782 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Mamutik Island Lodge

Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (239 reviews)
"Quiet and room is spacious "
Malaysia
Ooi
The price is ₹4,248
₹4,875 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Crystal Hill R

Crystal Hill R
3.0 star property
Ranau
5.8 out of 10, (187 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and view"
Malaysia
Imran
Crystal Hill R

Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (89 reviews)
"Ok hotel for staying the night. For the price, it's worth it."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveller
Hotel DeLeeton

Langkah Syabas Beach Resort

Langkah Syabas Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Kinarut
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (133 reviews)
"Nice to stay there. The restaurant served good foods. "
Malaysia
Ly
The price is ₹3,924
₹4,925 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Langkah Syabas Beach Resort

The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
United States
Gustav
The price is ₹4,219
₹5,210 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
The Klagan Hotel

AC Residence

AC Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
"Great room and service! "
Denmark
Tonje
The price is ₹2,825
₹3,296 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
AC Residence

Kokol Haven Resort

Kokol Haven Resort
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Nice n comfy.."
Malaysia
Catherine
Kokol Haven Resort

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (117 reviews)
"Few switch not properly well maintain, its dangerous. Not given priority car park although paid. Air cond not well maintainance. "
Malaysia
Mohammad Rizdun Bin
Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (735 reviews)
"Property was in a good location. Staff very friendly and cleaning staff done an excellent job during my whole stay. Hotel was very clean too."
United Kingdom
scott
The price is ₹2,959
₹3,460 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
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Kota Kinabalu and related destinations

Climb Signal Hill at dawn for panoramic views of the city skyline and islands dotting the South China Sea. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the night market at the waterfront, while adventure seekers can take day trips to Mount Kinabalu in the nearby national park.

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Find Your Ideal 3 Star Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Our guests highly recommend Seri Borneo Hotel. It features WiFi and front desk services, and is around 0.32 kilometres north of the centre of Kota Kinabalu. AC Residence is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located approximately 0.32 kilometres southwest of the downtown area, it offers individually decorated rooms and unlimited data.
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Check in to a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to well-kept and comfortable rooms and conveniences such as complimentary WiFi, fitness equipment and coffee and tea facilities. These lodgings may also include an on-site bar and restaurant. Upgrade your Kota Kinabalu holiday by choosing a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness area, 24-hour room service and luxury bathroom products, you'll experience an enhanced level of comfort and relaxation.

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