What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travellers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, AC Residence is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel offers a restaurant and free parking. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu and Hotel Gaia 95 .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 327 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Anjung Samudera and Warisan Square. While you're out sightseeing, Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.

The Best Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu - 2026 Updated Prices

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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₹12,450 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Mar - 24 Mar

2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Musyiri

₹9,363 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Mar - 29 Mar

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₹5,542 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Mohd Haikal

₹5,730 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Mar - 28 Mar

Presidential One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Balcony

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Nur Azrin

₹5,009 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Mar - 18 Mar

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Cilla

₹9,103 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Mar - 20 Mar

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Chan

₹11,759 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Mar - 24 Mar

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Mohan

₹12,569 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Mar - 17 Mar

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Donna

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Carol

₹8,146 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Mar - 16 Mar

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

MS ANITA

₹9,838 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Mar - 17 Mar

Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₹5,809 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Mar - 20 Mar

Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

NOR DIN

₹13,395 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Mar - 17 Mar

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

kwok tai

₹7,715 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Mar - 14 Mar

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

nancy

Most Luxurious Penthouse

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kok Ken

₹7,435 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

Lodge 58

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₹17,736 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Mar - 27 Mar

Green Apple Boutique Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

₹18,361 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Mar - 25 Mar

Premier Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Michael

₹10,631 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Mar - 28 Mar

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Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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

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.

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Aerial view partial part of Semporna island with blue ocean and coral reef in Malaysia, Borneo.

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.

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Kota Kinabalu State Mosque. Tourists are allowed to go inside just make sure you wear proper clothes.

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.

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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.

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Luyang

Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Good "

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The space was so lovely between the room, the lobby, and the facilities. The food and drinks at the restaurant were delicious, but special shoutout to the staff. Housekeeping was efficient and thorough, the other staff (especially those at the bar) were so incredibly professional and attentive. "

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean with a nice view of bay, great swimming pool overlooking bay. Great location right next to waterfront, market, shopping mall. Staff where all friendly during interaction. Can recommend staying here. Only small negative is the air conditioner was not great. But otherwise great stay, thanks. "

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Our top choices for Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

GrandVue Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu

Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

Most Luxurious Penthouse

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Lodge 58

Green Apple Boutique Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Karambunai

Kampung Air

Alamesra

Luyang

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

The Magellan Sutera Resort

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