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15 Sept - 16 Sept
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16 Sept - 17 Sept
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18 Sept - 20 Sept
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25 Sept - 27 Sept

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A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the ocean.
A beach scene with a table and chairs, a fire, and a sunset.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.

1. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
United States
sean
£116
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A terrace with tables and chairs overlooking a body of water and a distant island.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.

2. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Paul
£108
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Italy
Davide
£74
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.
A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
£181
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

5. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Kingsley
£71
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.
A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

6. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
£88
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.
A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and lush greenery. There is a white sofa with striped cushions and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.

7. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
£170
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Gayana Marine Resort
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.

8. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Canada
XIAO HUI
£65
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and a view of the kitchen.
A modern interior with a curved seating arrangement, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a busy street.

9. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Mark
£92
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a bench, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A wooden deck with a cushioned seating area, a view of the sea, and surrounding greenery.

10. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
United Kingdom
Lesya
£224
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.
An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

11. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Bethany
£111
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the ocean and mountains.
A beach with lounge chairs facing the ocean, palm trees, and distant islands.
An aerial view of a resort with a marina, golf course, and hotel buildings.

12. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Antonette
£73
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.
A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the mountains, a ceiling fan, and a television.
A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.

13. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
Japan
Hiroshi
£337
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Gaya Island Resort
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great area, a walk away to gaya street, restaurants, suria sabah mall and many more fun places! Love the view! Will definitely come back and recommend it to others.."
Joshua 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
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Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean and cosy. Staff very friendly and helpful."
Chee Hau 3-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
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The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
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Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Modern hotel in the Centre of KK! Surrounding areas a little sketchy, but hotel incredible. Room was amazing, large and well equipped. "
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