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Lobby sitting area

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Clean and nice location to go everywhere. Staff was so nice and also room was spacious and clean"
Singapore
JUNGMI
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
Premier Double Room | View from room

Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (128 reviews)
"Staff friendly and room is not bad. Had stayed here many times"
United States
Ai Ming
The price is £34
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel 7 Suria
Reception

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, (157 reviews)
"Good value, clean, convenient location."
United States
Raul Miguel
The price is £106
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Family Room | Desk, iron/ironing board, bed sheets

K Hotel

K Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (28 reviews)
The price is £24
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
K Hotel
Exterior

Kokol Haven Resort

Kokol Haven Resort
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (18 reviews)
"Nice n comfy.."
Malaysia
Catherine
The price is £52
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Kokol Haven Resort
Interior entrance

The Klagan Regency

The Klagan Regency
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
7.8 out of 10, Good, (334 reviews)
"We loved the Klagan regency. Everything about it was amazing. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely stay there again if we visit Kota Kinabalu."
Ireland
Olive
The price is £40
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
The Klagan Regency
Reception

Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (90 reviews)
"Ok hotel for staying the night. For the price, it's worth it."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveller
The price is £22
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel DeLeeton
Breakfast area

The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 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 £44
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
The Klagan Hotel
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, WiFi, individually decorated

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
7.6 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Good accessibility to airport, local restaurante and convenience stores, however, difficult to find to strangers or travellers."
South Korea
Anonymous traveller
The price is £39
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
Deluxe Room | View from property

Crystal Hill R

Crystal Hill R
3.0 star property
Ranau
5.8 out of 10, (187 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and view"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is £18
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Crystal Hill R
Deluxe King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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 £27
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Hotel Capital
Street view

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge

Nabalu Kundasang Lodge
3.0 star property
Ranau
7.4 out of 10, Good, (72 reviews)
"Clean roon good location"
Canada
Marco
The price is £32
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Nabalu Kundasang Lodge
Outdoor pool

Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (426 reviews)
"Shops nearby "
Malaysia
Flerrenhia
The price is £30
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Sabah Oriental Hotel

Sabah Oriental Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
7.0 out of 10, Good, (305 reviews)
"Good place for reasonable price."
Malaysia
Mohammad Rizdun Bin
The price is £27
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Café

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 £34
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Beach/ocean view

Langkah Syabas Beach Resort

Langkah Syabas Beach Resort
3.0 star property
Kinarut
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (133 reviews)
The price is £41
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Langkah Syabas Beach Resort
Front of property

Mile 36 Lodge

Mile 36 Lodge
3.0 star property
Ranau
7.2 out of 10, Good, (146 reviews)
"Staff were lovely and helpful, setting was beautiful, and the accommodation was clean and comfortable! Location is slightly out of the way if you haven’t got a car, as walking on the side of the road is sketchy. But fantastic value for money - would recommend it to everyone on a budget :)"
Australia
Tom
The price is £17
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Mile 36 Lodge
Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

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 £28
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
City Double Room (AC 9) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

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 £24
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
View from property

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is £36
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
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The price is £79 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
£79
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
9.2/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
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Kota Kinabalu and related destinations

Climb Signal Hill at dawn for panoramic views of the city skyline and islands dotting the South China Sea. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the night market at the waterfront, while adventure seekers can take day trips to Mount Kinabalu in the nearby national park.

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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

K Hotel

K Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean room, alot of restaurant and cafes are nearby."
Jovita 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
K Hotel
Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good
"Located in the Suria mall"
Kee 2-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Hotel 7 Suria

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Our guests highly recommend Seri Borneo Hotel. It features WiFi and front desk services, and is around 0.2 mi north of the centre of Kota Kinabalu. AC Residence is another well-liked 3-star hotel. Located approximately 0.2 mi southwest of the downtown area, it offers individually decorated rooms and unlimited data.
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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
Check in to a 3-star hotel and you can look forward to well-kept and comfortable rooms and conveniences such as complimentary WiFi, fitness equipment and coffee and tea facilities. These lodgings may also include an on-site bar and restaurant. Upgrade your Kota Kinabalu holiday by choosing a 4-star hotel. With things like a wellness area, 24-hour room service and luxury bathroom products, you'll experience an enhanced level of comfort and relaxation.