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2 adults, 1 room

1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
1K+ reviews
2.5km from downtown | Close to the beach
Well-equipped facilities
15K+ people booked
₱5,150.3
Based on rates from 20 Nov
1/5
4.3/5
Great
200 reviews
1.3km from Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park | Close to the beach
Fitness
3K+ people booked
₱18,120.2
Based on rates from 22 Nov
1/5
3.5/5
Good
15 reviews
300m from downtown
Swimming pool
200+ people booked
₱10,590.6
Based on rates from 8 Nov
1/5
4.2/5
Great
5 reviews
600m from downtown
₱3,734.9
Based on rates from 2 Nov
1/5
4.5/5
Fantastic
1K+ reviews
2.1km from downtown | Close to the beach
15K+ people booked
₱9,369.1
Based on rates from 5 Nov
1/5
3.8/5
Good
69 reviews
1.7km from downtown
Fitness
1K+ people booked
₱4,623.8
Based on rates from 3 Nov
1/5
4.6/5
Fantastic
226 reviews
100m from downtown
Fitness
Clean and tidy
3K+ people booked
₱4,980.6
Based on rates from 9 Nov
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
7 reviews
1.6km from downtown
100+ people booked
₱1,403.3
Based on rates from 15 Nov
1/5
3.2/5
Good
13 reviews
300m from downtown
100+ people booked
₱983.0
Based on rates from 10 Nov
1/5
3.0/5
Good
12 reviews
300m from downtown
100+ people booked
₱2,793.3
Based on rates from 24 Nov
1/5
4.3/5
Great
15 reviews
100m from Inanam Mall
Fitness
200+ people booked
₱2,063.3
Based on rates from 3 Nov
1/5
4.8/5
Fantastic
1K+ reviews
2.3km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport | Close to the beach
Clean and tidy
15K+ people booked
₱11,668.3
Based on rates from 30 Nov

Top rated hotels in Kota Kinabalu

1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
2 reviews
2.5km from downtown
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
₱1,864.9
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1K+ reviews
700m from downtown
Fitness
₱4,889.6
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
600m from downtown
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
₱2,587.9
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
21 reviews
1.7km from downtown
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
₱2,264.2
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
2.1km from downtown
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
₱2,088.1
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
3 reviews
300m from downtown
Swimming pool
₱2,397.8
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
5 reviews
500m from downtown
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
₱2,297.3
1/4
Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz
5.0/5
Fantastic
4 reviews
2.6km from downtown | Close to subway
Fitness
Clean and tidy
₱5,048.6
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1 reviews
1.5km from downtown
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
₱4,606.7
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
175 reviews
1.8km from downtown
Clean and tidy
₱3,832.2
1/5
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
4.9/5
Fantastic
37 reviews
1.5km from downtown
Swimming pool
Fitness
₱3,883.7
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
15 reviews
1.6km from downtown
Hospitable service
Clean and tidy
₱4,912.5

Luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu

1/5
4.5/5
Fantastic
88 reviews
200m from downtown
Pet-friendly
₱4,190.2
1/5
4.7/5
Fantastic
1K+ reviews
2.5km from downtown | Close to the beach
Well-equipped facilities
₱5,150.3
1/5
4.3/5
Great
200 reviews
1.3km from Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park | Close to the beach
Fitness
₱18,120.2
1/5
4.5/5
Fantastic
1K+ reviews
2.1km from downtown | Close to the beach
₱9,369.1
1/5
4.6/5
Fantastic
226 reviews
100m from downtown
Fitness
Clean and tidy
₱4,980.6
1/5
4.3/5
Great
15 reviews
100m from Inanam Mall
Fitness
₱2,063.3
1/5
4.8/5
Fantastic
1K+ reviews
2.3km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport | Close to the beach
Clean and tidy
₱11,668.3
1/5
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
4.5/5
Fantastic
2 reviews
500m from downtown
₱2,767.8
1/5
4.9/5
Fantastic
175 reviews
1.8km from downtown
Clean and tidy
₱3,832.2
1/5
3.9/5
Good
1K+ reviews
400m from downtown
₱1,342.9
1/5
4.6/5
Fantastic
258 reviews
800m from downtown
Fitness
Business center
₱3,532.7
1/5
5.0/5
Fantastic
1K+ reviews
700m from downtown
Fitness
₱4,889.6

Reviews of Kota Kinabalu hotels

MuhammadAimanHakim ***********
2026-05-15 12:18:45
Fantastic 5.0
Breakfast: Delicious, but more variety would be great. Service: Excellent. Hotel location: Very close to the city, easy to get a Grab. Cleanliness: Clean.
Klook User
2026-06-08 07:59:52
Great 4.0
Frotndesk at magellan is great. I like the girl manage my check-in and check out. Swimming pool have 3 inclue the olympic size pool (magellan and marina golf), gym have jacuzzi and sauna, kiddies playground (marina golf) my husband and my two girls love it. The staff is great and very well manage me,my husband and our two girls needs. Not enough time to explore pan pacific hotel but in future plan. Sorry to say this, the receptionist at 5 sails restaurant i am very dissappointed during our breakfast. Not well manage in house guest instead i have to do all the work for the receptionist for what i have paid. I did not bring along my veluable belonging around the resort because i want to relax and stress free. Just keep it inside safety box. I have to go up and down (room <> 5 sails) a few time just to fullfilled the receptionist needs. Without the receptionist saying sorry and think of solution instead guest service staff to apologize on behalf of the receptionist. I don't like it.
Anisha *****
2026-06-10 06:47:23
Fantastic 5.0
Had a great stay at The Pacific Sutera Hotel. The room was clean, comfortable, and had a beautiful view. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The facilities were excellent, especially the swimming pool. Breakfast was delicious with many choices. The location is also convenient and close to many attractions. Overall, it was a wonderful experience. Highly recommended, and I would love to stay here again!
Chong *************
2026-06-18 13:07:23
Great 4.0
shangrila is a very good hotel and good service too but due to renovate my room from pool view to construction view. the reception staff told me i will get some refund of my money. Please make sure u pay me back.
Hui ********
2026-06-16 04:25:10
Fantastic 5.0
Had an amazing stay at the hotel, it’s situated near many malls which is a major plus points if you’re into shopping before flying back home. There’s also night markets near by if you’re into thrifting and simply want to dive into the local vibe! I love scenery views and Hyatt delivered as you can see in the photos, hotel is clean and has lots of amenities provided. Would really recommend Hyatt!
Zuhry ***
2026-10-02 05:08:41
Great 4.0
A standard hotel, good location in the middle of the town, easier to go anywhere, breakfast quite basic, overall good
Pengguna Klook
2026-07-13 04:14:48
Fantastic 5.0
Hotel location: very strategic Service: very good Transportation access: very easy Cleanliness: very clean Breakfast: very delicious
Shin **********
2026-10-11 10:53:47
Fantastic 5.0
A wonderful stay at Hilton Kota Kinabalu! The service was exceptional, with staff going above and beyond—even delivering a parcel to my room at midnight! The breakfast buffet was fantastic, offering an impressive variety of dishes and plenty of delicious vegetarian options. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a restful night’s sleep. The warm hospitality and attention to detail made our stay truly enjoyable. Highly recommended and would definitely stay here again!
SK ******
2026-07-02 07:39:47
Fantastic 5.0
Great location! hotel was clean and tidy. Spacious bathroom n toilet with enough toiletries. Huge king size bed.

Kota Kinabalu at a glance

When are Kota Kinabalu hotels cheapest?

Time your stay for lower nightly rates

Typical range Typical rate
HK$2,500
HK$2,000
HK$1,500
HK$1,000
HK$500
HK$0
Avg HK$479 Cheapest HK$172 Priciest HK$1,676
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

December is the most affordable month with typical nights around HKD 172, roughly 90% below February, which is the priciest month to watch for higher rates. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How much do Kota Kinabalu hotels cost per night?

Typical nightly rate

HK$1,500
HK$1,000
HK$500
HK$0
HK$250
Budget
HK$179
Standard
HK$343
Premium
HK$1,193
Luxury

The Premium tier is the best balance of price and comfort at around HKD 343 per night; prices jump sharply from Premium to Luxury by HKD 850, and the top tier runs about 4.8 times the bottom. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

0 daysLast-minute
2 daysTypical
12 daysEarly

Travellers from Hong Kong typically book about 2 days ahead, which suggests flexibility rather than urgency for stays in the priciest months named in the price card. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

More about Kota Kinabalu hotels

Compare hotel classes and rates

The gap between the most affordable and the top-tier is about 4.8 times, with the best balance sitting in Premium at typically around HKD 343 per night. The biggest step up to watch for is moving from Premium to Luxury, a jump of typically around HKD 850, which is the key decision point for travellers. All figures are drawn from Klook booking data.

Hotel Class Typical Nightly Rate
Budget HKD 250
Standard HKD 179
Premium HKD 343
Luxury HKD 1,193

Typical nightly rate is the median paid on Klook for a night in that class; rates are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.

When travellers from Hong Kong book

The lowest typical rate is in December at typically around HKD 172, while the priciest month is February at typically around HKD 1,676; December suits a budget-led trip. Most travellers lock in rooms roughly 2 days ahead, and the earliest planners book about 12 days ahead, so plans can stay flexible but booking earlier helps in February. All timing and rate notes are based on Klook booking data.

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