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1. 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, (233 reviews)
"Hotel location is good"
Singapore
KIAN HEONG
The price is ₹5,098
₹6,704 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

2. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great gym and pool amenities. Dining set menu in the restaurant was fantastic!"
Australia
Leila
The price is ₹8,613
₹9,535 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Deluxe Seaview Suite (King) | Terrace/patio

3. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is ₹22,813
₹27,153 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

4. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (199 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful stay, tasty breakfast, nice room and great pool to use. The little shop onsite was good too. All food was amazing. "
United Kingdom
Claire
The price is ₹3,179
₹3,698 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
City Double Room (AC 9) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

5. 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 ₹2,683
₹3,130 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Restaurant

6. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (211 reviews)
"Hotel staff and facilities were excellent. The breakfast buffet was phenomenal—wonderful, personalized service from Encik Fauzi and the rest of the team and a wide selection of food options, including many local favorites!"
United States
Paul
The price is ₹11,453
₹12,602 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

7. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 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 ₹2,741
₹3,195 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
CJ Residence
Deluxe King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

8. 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 ₹2,692
₹3,409 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hotel Capital
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch and dinner served

9. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (999 reviews)
"Everything was perfect and we enjoyed our stay very much. A special mention deserves the staff ,everyone we encountered was genuinely very kind and happy to help and make our stay memorable. The breakfast was amazing. Also the pool was very nice."
United Kingdom
Ines
The price is ₹9,544
₹10,541 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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10. 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 ₹3,539
₹4,086 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Mandarin Hotel
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Top 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 5 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

Searching for romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Are you looking for a romantic getaway? Couples choose Kota Kinabalu for its beautiful island views and waterfront location. You might want to spend some time strolling hand in hand through the natural surroundings with a visit to Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park or Sabah Agricultural Park. Whether you want to soak in a hot tub or get a couples' massage, you'll be sure to find your ideal accommodation in Kota Kinabalu to make for a relaxing weekend away.
When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Kota Kinabalu?
If you're looking forward to lots of outings with your partner, take a look at these details about year-round temperatures in Kota Kinabalu: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 251 mm of rainfall.
What is there to do in Kota Kinabalu?
There's nothing better than experiencing a new place with your sweetheart, so consider taking time to discover all that Kota Kinabalu has to offer. Couples looking for a little of everything will enjoy Kota Kinabalu for its island views, parks and shopping. You might think about stopping by Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market or Gaya Street Sunday Market while you're seeing the sights.
What's the best way to get to Kota Kinabalu and around town during my romantic getaway?
This information about transportation options in Kota Kinabalu might help your romantic trip go off without a hitch: To get to Kota Kinabalu, you can fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is the closest major airport, located 4 mi (6.5 km) from the city centre. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Tanjung Aru Station or Putatan Station. You can explore options for water transport at the local marina.

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