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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 1.9 mi from City Mall

Michaela

£70

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

2. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 mi from City Mall

Genya

£50

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.

A hotel hallway with a marble floor, wooden doors, and a chandelier.

A street view with a building featuring a restaurant named 'Mint' and a pharmacy.

A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a microwave, and a small oven.

3. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 2 mi from City Mall

Ganesh

£27

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and potted plants.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

4. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

1.9 mi from City Mall

Kevin

£52

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.

A staircase with a mural featuring a cartoon character and a sun.

A modern interior with green armchairs, a wooden table, and a staircase with a railing.

A modern living room with a sofa, a hanging chair, and a laptop on a table.

5. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

Kampung Air, 1.9 mi from City Mall

Kim

£58

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a view of the city skyline.

A modern restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a counter area, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel building with a glass facade, a white van parked in front, and a car parked to the side.

A hotel room with two beds, a round mirror, and a wall with a wave design.

6. Oceania Hotel

1.9 mi from City Mall

Jane

£39

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A modern building with a prominent 'Monocolo' sign, featuring a staircase leading to the entrance and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with two beds, a chair, and a small table.

A staircase with metal railings and a brick wall with a geometric pattern.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink.

7. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

1.1 mi from City Mall

Thomas

£28

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV screen displaying a hotel name.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.

A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, a red carpet, and a city view.

8. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Kampung Air, 1.9 mi from City Mall

Joshua

£24

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.

A set of English Soap Company products arranged on a marble surface with a large yellow flower and green ferns.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for 'City Express' and a visible 'KINABALU SPORTS' sign.

9. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 1.9 mi from City Mall

Imran

£32

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern lounge with a city view, multiple seating areas, and a large screen displaying a presentation.

A room with a view of a body of water, a chair, a small table, and curtains.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a TV, and a large window offering a city view.

A hotel with a prominent sign, multiple floors, and a parking lot.

10. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 1.9 mi from City Mall

scott

£30

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a grand piano, and a large chandelier.

A spacious living area with a grand piano, leather sofas, and a chandelier.

A hotel with a pool, multiple floors, and outdoor seating.

A modern hotel room with dark wood paneling, a glass coffee table, a leather armchair, a small side table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

11. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 mi from City Mall

Farzad

£53

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A staircase with a purple-lit wall and a sign indicating room numbers 201-215.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a bathroom visible through a glass door.

A hotel reception desk with a clock, a digital display board, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, a television, and a coat rack.

12. Chimera Hotel

1.6 mi from City Mall

amco

£23

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A swimming pool with a sunset view, modern buildings, and palm trees.

A multi-level atrium with a grand staircase, large columns, and a spacious lobby area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a TV, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

13. Sabah Oriental Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 2 mi from City Mall

Mohammad Rizdun Bin

£28

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

14. Tang Dynasty Park Hotel

1.9 mi from City Mall

Guest

£20

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and decorative plants.

A lobby with a wooden door, a red lamp, two chairs, a small table, and a patterned floor design.

A multi-story building with a prominent "DM HOTEL" sign on the ground floor.

A hotel reception desk with a clock, red lanterns, and a sign reading "012 HOTEL".

15. DM Hotel

Luyang, 0.6 mi from City Mall

Anonymous traveller

£18

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A small, single-bed room with a plain white bedspread, a dark headboard, and a window with a view of buildings.

A restaurant with a long counter, multiple tables, and chairs. There are decorative lights and a view of the outside.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a view of a cityscape through large windows.

A rooftop pool with clear blue water, white lounge chairs, and a view of the cityscape and mountains in the background.

16. Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 2 mi from City Mall

Arminah Binti

£34

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A conference room with multiple tables and chairs, equipped with water bottles and papers, and a projector screen.

A conference room with rows of chairs, a projector screen, and a podium.

A multi-story building with the sign "INTAS VIEW HOTEL" prominently displayed.

17. Lintas View Hotel

1.1 mi from City Mall

Shankaran

£22

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hallway with a reception desk, a staircase, and red lanterns.

A room with a wooden floor, a dining table with chairs, a bed with a green bedspread, and a framed picture on the wall.

A room with a dining table, chairs, an air conditioning unit, a door, and a small table with a kettle and cups.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a parking area in front.

18. 7 Hung Hung Inn

Kampung Air, 1.9 mi from City Mall

Anonymous traveller

£16

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern interior with a large, abstract, woven sculpture and a visible elevator.

A directory sign for Sutera Bay, indicating the first and ground floor locations.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating areas, and a large decorative wall piece.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a potted plant, and a view of a building.

19. Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

1.9 mi from City Mall

Mark Jian Hao

£56

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a striped curtain.

A reception area with a Coca-Cola refrigerator, a reception desk, and two chairs.

The exterior of Summer Hotel with a clear sign and two lanterns on either side.

A hotel reception area with a counter, a television mounted on the wall, and a car visible through the window.

20. Summer Hotel

Kampung Air, 1.8 mi from City Mall

Harajuku

£21

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to City Mall

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hilton Kota Kinabalu	9.2 Wonderful 999 reviews	View
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG	9.2 Wonderful 240 reviews	View
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay	8.8 Excellent 16 reviews	View
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social	9.0 Wonderful 13 reviews	View

Top City Mall Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff good location"

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."

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."

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay, staff very helpful and lots of amenities"

Monocolo Boutique Hotel

8/10 Good

"Quiet hotel that is by the main road. Doesn't serve breakfast, but has a cafe that opens rather late IMO. Was told at the opposite side of the road has a food stall that sells nice fried noodles, but I didn't try. Sufficient parking space. Provides basic anemities which was nice."

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good

"Located in the Suria mall"

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent services, Thank you"

Lintas View Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great value and location. Friendly reception. Parking subsidised"

Other attractions near City Mall

Bukit Padang

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bukit Padang during your travels in Kota Kinabalu. Amble within the natural setting or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Tabin Wildlife Reserve

7.0/10 (2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Tabin Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

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Sabah Agricultural Park

Explore the great outdoors at Sabah Agricultural Park, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Sabah Art Gallery

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Sabah Art Gallery in Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Aquascape Center

Take the children to visit the sea life you'll find at Aquascape Center during your holiday to Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the marina or visit the shops in this romantic area.

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Likas Stadium

7.8/10 (56 reviews)

Catch an event at Likas Stadium during your trip to Kota Kinabalu. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.

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Likas Sports Complex

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

After visiting Likas Sports Complex, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kota Kinabalu. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

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Kompleks Karamunsing

7.8/10 (48 reviews)

During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Kompleks Karamunsing. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around City Mall?

City Mall is located in an area of Kota Kinabalu known for its beautiful island views, snorkelling and major shopping area. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 6 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to City Mall?

MB Budget Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (1 km) from City Mall. Another good option is DM Hotel, located just 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to City Mall?

Expedia has 6 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from City Mall.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near City Mall, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to City Mall.

What can I see and do near City Mall?

Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Local parks like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Tabin Wildlife Reserve and Sabah Agricultural Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Aquascape Center, Downbelow Adventure Centre and Orchid De Villa.

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Our top choices for City Mall hotels

1. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

2. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

3. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

4. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

5. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

6. Oceania Hotel

7. Monocolo Boutique Hotel

8. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

9. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

10. Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

11. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

12. Chimera Hotel

13. Sabah Oriental Hotel

14. Tang Dynasty Park Hotel

15. DM Hotel

16. Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing

17. Lintas View Hotel

18. 7 Hung Hung Inn

19. Homesuite' Home at Sutera Bay

20. Summer Hotel

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Top City Mall Hotel Reviews

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

Monocolo Boutique Hotel

Hotel 7 Suria

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Lintas View Hotel

Other attractions near City Mall

Bukit Padang

Tabin Wildlife Reserve

Sabah Agricultural Park

Sabah Art Gallery

Aquascape Center

Likas Stadium

Likas Sports Complex

Kompleks Karamunsing

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