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Top Kota Kinabalu 4 Star Hotels

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (181)
"Cleanliness, all staff interaction. Overall good experience "
Australia
Anwag
The price is ₹2,687
₹3,151 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (704)
"Courteous staff Spacious room/flat"
United Kingdom
Lutfi
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (589)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
United Kingdom
jack tak hau
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (215)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is ₹3,840
₹4,781 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (12)
"Our state was very nice. No problems. Just to be aware that this is not the touristy part of town. With no offense meant, we were the only white couple. We saw the whole time in this area. Everyone was smiling and friendly. No problem whatsoever with the locals they were very welcoming!"
Singapore
Randy
The price is ₹3,066
₹3,581 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

4.0 star property
Karambunai
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (354)
"Not bad not great. The place needs some upkeep, but they trying. You can tell at one time this was a very nice place, but that was a time ago. The beach is nice and the AC worked for the most part. There is limited dining close by. And we did see a couple cockroaches in the place. One was huge. For what we were doing on vacation I think I would have been happier staying at the Marriott in KK for MYR 20 less a night. "
United States
MICHAEL
The price is ₹4,324
₹4,979 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

The Aru by Ayuhouz

4.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
"Excellent stay"
Netherlands
Wybe
The Aru by Ayuhouz

Horizon Hotel

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (950)
"Staff were exceptionally friendly & helpful. Reasonable room rates for what is available. Good breakfast. Walkable to shopping atea"
Australia
Jude
The price is ₹7,510
₹8,411 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Horizon Hotel

Grandis Hotel

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (896)
"Spacious rooms and great location. Starting to show it’s age though. "
Australia
Steven
The price is ₹11,544
₹12,812 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Grandis Hotel

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (48)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."
Australia
Elise
The price is ₹7,255
₹8,054 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Asaya Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Refurbished 2024

4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (154)
"Great stay as usual. Thank you to the staff for looking after us."
Australia
Eddy
Asaya Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Refurbished 2024

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

4.0 star property
Karambunai
7.8 out of 10, Good, (782)
"Place is nice, staff very nice but it could cleaner. Years ago it must be a wonderful place it lost potential "
United States
Jo
The price is ₹16,256
₹17,776 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.6 out of 10, Good, (784)
"Great stay. Lovely hotel"
United Kingdom
edward
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Kok Ken
The price is ₹6,655
₹7,406 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (331)
"Great place to stay with nice pool and good breakfast. Bell sound of the elevator in the hall close to our room was the only thing up for improvement."
Netherlands
Wouter
The price is ₹7,860
₹9,508 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

4.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
The price is ₹2,943
₹5,765 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

MoonLight Residence

4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
4.0 out of 10, (1)
"シャワーでお湯が出ない。(出るのかもしれないが使い方が分からない) 外国人向けの説明が欲しい。"
Japan
HIROKI
The price is ₹2,686
₹4,100 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
MoonLight Residence

Borneo Eagle Resort

4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Une établissement unique à Bornéo, situé sur une île magnifique, loin de la foule. L’équipe a été parfaite, les repas délicieux, et les activités proposées sont très bien organisées."
France
REMI
Borneo Eagle Resort

HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU

4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"Clean rooms, convenient to Imago (15-minute walk). Surrounding area needs improvement. Unfortunately, experienced air-conditioning leakage."
Malaysia
EDMUND JOHN KIAN LOON
HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU

Jesselton Point Homestay

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Jesselton Point Homestay
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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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4 Star Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

This resort destination has a few excellent four star hotels to choose from, including some in the city of Kota Kinabalu itself and others that overlook the coast or the surrounding hilly terrain. Plus, the KK resorts are pretty affordable, giving visitors the chance to spoil themselves a bit.

There are about twelve four star hotels in Kota Kinabalu, located in various areas including Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1Borneo and Penampang. There are even a couple of four-star properties near the beach in Karambunai and within the Sutera Harbour area. Most of these properties are typical high-rises, apart from two that are resorts with sprawling grounds.

Many of the accommodation choices in Kota Kinabalu sit along or close to the coast, with others being on or just off of a major road. They are all tastefully designed, with the Grandis Hotel being ultra-modern and the Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu having a more classic feel. Nearly all of them boast a swimming pool, including some pools positioned on the rooftops, and most offer business services and fitness equipment. Others have little extras like a children’s club and a tranquil onsite spa. All of these properties also have at least one restaurant onsite, some serving some of the best food in the city, like the restaurant atThe Magellan Sutera Resort.

A feature that all four star hotels in Kota Kinabalu share is their wide choice of spacious room types. Rooms at the Horizon Hotel are especially unique with their large, contemporary murals, while the Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai offers rooms with panoramic views of the beach. All rooms at any of these hotels are well-appointed with added extras to make them that much cosier.

In general,it is well worth staying in a four-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu, as they are extremely comfortable, affordable and in key locations throughout the city, enabling guests to easily immerse themselves in its cultural diversity and enjoy its key attractions.

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 4-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Borneo Eagle Resort is a 4-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu that rates highly among Expedia travellers. Dining romance packages and a resort are some of its many amenities. Travellers also recommend Horizon Hotel. From a swimming pool to windsurfing, it comes with conveniences that cater to every aspect of your entertainment and relaxation.
How much does it cost to stay in a 4-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
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What's the difference between 5-star and 4-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Offering a welcoming guest experience and upmarket décor, 4-star hotels are a fabulous option for your Kota Kinabalu break. These types of stays generally feature lots of handy amenities that make it simple to kick back and relax — think pillowtop mattresses, restaurants and pools. Or live in the lap of luxury at a 5-star hotel designed to spoil you with luxury perks and amenities. A personalised service, complimentary toiletries and gourmet dining are typically featured at these plush retreats.

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