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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
The price is ₹11,696
₹12,852 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (196)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is ₹9,089
₹10,038 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (975)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is ₹8,606
₹9,515 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Helpful staff"
Singapore
GRAHAM ANDREW
The price is ₹7,980
₹8,840 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

The Aru by Ayuhouz

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

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Staff were very friendly and helpful. However, this is an older hotel and for a similar price you could stay at some of the newer hotels in KK."
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ₹7,744
₹8,584 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

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, (216)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is ₹4,677
₹6,173 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (599)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
Taiwan
SHU-WEI
The price is ₹9,268
₹10,230 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

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, (145)
"Great hotel for vacation"
Singapore
Carol
The price is ₹7,690
₹8,526 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is ₹7,740
₹8,620 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
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Searching for a gay-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
Consider this your open invitation to pack your bags and find LGBTQ-friendly hotels in Kota Kinabalu on our website. Kota Kinabalu is known for its marina and shops.
What should I see while I'm in Kota Kinabalu?
During your trip, get out and enjoy everything Kota Kinabalu has to offer. You and your travelling companions may want to visit Centre Point, KK Plaza and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. While you're here, create some great memories of your trip with stops at Gaya Street Sunday Market, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Imago Shopping Mall.
What is a gay-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
LGBTQ-friendly hotels are places where lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender travellers are proudly welcomed. We have worked with the International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association (IGLTA) to compile a selection of gay-friendly hotels worldwide. In Kota Kinabalu, hotels affiliated with IGLTA operate in a spirit of inclusiveness, prioritising a diverse environment in which guests are welcomed, respected and not obliged to declare or hide their sexual orientation.
What can I expect from an LGBTQ-friendly Kota Kinabalu hotel?
Stay at a gay-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu and you won't have to hide or your sexuality or your gender identity when you check in. Many of our LGBTQ-friendly accommodation options offer community-specific packages, exclusive tours and opportunities for social interaction.