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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu cheap hotels

Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

1. 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 ₹2,529
₹3,273 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

2. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable lodging, I could recommend. Good location- easy walk to fish market. Can honestly say for the price was a good deal. "
Australia
Scott
The price is ₹2,631
₹3,085 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
CJ Residence
Exterior

3. Mandarin Hotel

Mandarin Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (249 reviews)
"Great location. Able to walk to many locations and night food market next door."
Canada
Tamara
The price is ₹3,653
₹4,197 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Aug - 9 Aug
Mandarin Hotel
Deluxe King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

4. Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (312 reviews)
"Shops nearby, good location."
United States
Sofía
The price is ₹2,690
₹3,408 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hotel Capital
Superior Twin Room (With window) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi

5. Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (196 reviews)
"Helpful staff that let me check in early :)"
Australia
Brittany
The price is ₹1,957
₹2,572 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel Gaia 95
Exterior

6. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (234 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"
Singapore
KIAN HEONG
The price is ₹5,530
₹7,216 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

7. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"I had great time during my trip, easy check in and out, walking distance to most places"
Canada
Zhen
The price is ₹2,684
₹3,131 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Café

8. 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, (380 reviews)
"Room was very clean and the staff are helpful. "
Singapore
Sazali
The price is ₹3,098
₹3,347 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Living area

9. Signel Hostel

Signel Hostel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Friendly staff and cozy comfy beds - would definitely stay again "
United Kingdom
Richard
The price is ₹1,436
₹1,786 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Signel Hostel
Breakfast area

10. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay. The staff were friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.The breakfast served was very good. The location was very good too."
Australia
John
The price is ₹3,865
₹4,560 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
The Klagan Hotel
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Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel location is fantastic. We had a sea facing room and had a wonderful view of the ocean and mountains in the background, as well as fishing boats. The gym is also well equipped - multiple stationary bikes, treadmills, exercise machines. The only down side is that there is a strong odor of cigarettes in there all the time. May be due to bad air circulation in that room. There is also a nice outdoor pool. The breakfast buffet was very good, with lots of local and western choices. Hotel staff are wonderful, very helpful, polite and customer focused."
Merkna 2-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kota Kinabalu like for travellers on a budget?
Downtown Kota Kinabalu offers a variety of cheap accommodation options and places to visit, making it a great getaway spot for budget travellers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions such as Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Based on our traveller reviews, Signel Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other good choices to stay on the cheap include Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu and TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel.
How many budget hotels will I find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Choose a hotel that suits your wallet from Expedia's 17 budget hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.
What is there to see and do in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Downtown Kota Kinabalu attracts visitors with its fresh seafood and island views, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then make time for activities that cost very little. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park or Sapi Island.
How can I get to Downtown Kota Kinabalu and get around on a budget?
Looking at these ways to get around Downtown Kota Kinabalu can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from the centre in Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.). Downtown Kota Kinabalu might not have many public transport choices so a car rental could be an economical alternative to see more of the area.

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