Title: Kota Belud Travel Guide: Best of Kota Belud, Sabah Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Kota Belud](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Belud-Hotels.d6341976.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Kota Belud](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Belud-Holiday-Rentals.d6341976.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Things to do in Kota Belud](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kota-Belud.d6341976.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Kota Belud Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Kota-Belud.d6341976.Car-Hire-Guide)[Kota Belud Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Belud.d6341976.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Kota Belud Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![scenic view of island found in Ambong, Tuaran district](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341976/2572402b-3d84-4fcf-909b-b99fe7f8753d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset at Mantanani Islands. It is a group of three isolated islands located northwest of Kota Belud.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341976/841dd8c9-335b-4f56-88cb-6a87b560c849.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![view of beautiful Kota Belud, Sabah, Malaysia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341976/7635570d-35a9-4461-8af5-150b3fdc242b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunrise from the summit of Mount Kinabalu at Low’s Peak. This is a 0230 am start to get to the summit. It’s a relentless climb that requires determination. #Nature Photo Contest](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6341976/74f35e40-2791-4363-8132-95e03f3788d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Cool views of Mount Kinabalu from Jabez sanctuary. A 90 min drive from Kota Kinabalu city in Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia #lifeatexpediagroup](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6142246/d700952a-08d3-4804-8a11-665571b3d014.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Kota Belud Things to do - Top hotels in Kota Belud - Top Holiday Rentals in Kota Belud ![The Bay Edge Resort Kota Belud](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114390000/114388600/114388509/01508ef1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Bay Edge Resort Kota Belud KM 10 Jalan Kuala Abai Kota Belud Sabah £78 28 Mar - 29 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly resort in Kota Belud. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Pandan Pandan Island and Majlis ... 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Enjoy a private beach, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attraction Pandan Pandan Island is located nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Belud-Hotels-The-Beachaven-Chalets-Kota-Belud-Panta.h102167116.Hotel-Information) ![A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/126000000/125790000/125785200/125785104/2a9fdf95_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### A serene 3-bedroom villa with private beach and stunning views of China Sea Kota Belud Sabah Stay at this villa in Kota Belud. Enjoy laundry facilities. Popular attraction Pandan Pandan Island is located nearby. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Kota Belud hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341976&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341976&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341976&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341976&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341976&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341976&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341976&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6341976&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Mount Kinabalu, near Low's Peak, about 3900m. This is sunrise., Shutterstock ID 392409886, Purchase Order: SP-1985, Order Number: SP-1985 Malaysia Tourism Board_June-December 2019, Client/Licensee: Ex](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526918630/fb96368c-14cb-440b-9da9-426bd024a23f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mt Kinabalu Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt Kinabalu during your travels in Kota Belud. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Kinabalu-Kota-Belud.d553248621526918630.Attraction) #### Tamu Kota Belud You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tamu Kota Belud during your stay in Kota Belud. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamu-Kota-Belud-Kota-Belud.d656790872094969856.Attraction) #### Majlis Daerah Kota Belud Learn about the local history of Kota Belud when you take a trip to Majlis Daerah Kota Belud. Wander the gardens or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Majlis-Daerah-Kota-Belud-Kota-Belud.d553248621563503886.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kinabalu Park & Poring Hot Spring](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2573796/ad95b95f-9df5-431f-b398-efde533f2738.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabah: Kota Kinabalu Park and Hot Spring Day Trip £45 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sabah-kota-kinabalu-park-and-hot-spring-day-trip.a2573796.activity-details) ![Full Day Sabah Tea Plantation & WWII Memorial](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1255645/de1f9e50-0079-422c-bfde-9a1246fb8730.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Sabah Tea Plantation & WWII Memorial £126 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-sabah-tea-plantation-wwii-memorial.a1255645.activity-details) ![Sabah Outskirts Private Charter Service: 1-Day, 2-Day, and 3-Day Options](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48920123/5b26efa7-3342-4d1b-bcb1-7ca0b2bf4bc6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabah Outskirts Private Charter Service: 1-Day, 2-Day, and 3-Day Options £155 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sabah-outskirts-private-charter-service-1-day.a48920123.activity-details) [See all activities in Kota Belud](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kota-Belud.d6341976.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Kota Belud ![Hiked this hill on a lovely morning. With my husband and daughter. When you’re on top, you can see the top of the Crystall hill and also the famous Laban Rata of the Kinabalu mt.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344852/e70499a7-e189-4524-8126-a10b310e4a9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kundasang ![Scenic view of Mount Nambuyukon surrounded by lush tropical rainforest in Serinsim, Kota Marudu, Sabah, Malaysia. Beautiful mountain landscape with rich greenery under blue sky.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000467706/383103dd-6e52-4c8e-8953-f3e9ba4fe329.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kota Marudu - Cities near Kota Belud - Places of interest [Kundasang](https://expedia.co.uk/Kundasang.dx6344852)[Tamau](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamau.dx3000235484)[Kota Marudu](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Marudu.dx3000467706) - [Mt Kinabalu ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mt-Kinabalu-Kota-Belud.d553248621526918630.Attraction) - [Mount Kinabalu National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Kinabalu-National-Park-Sabah.d6346254.Attraction) - [Shangri-la Rasa Ria Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.co.uk/Shangri-La-Rasa-Ria-Nature-Reserve-Tuaran.d553248621532743511.Attraction) - [Dalit Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Dalit-Beach-Tuaran.d6058876.Attraction) - [Tamparuli Suspension Bridge ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tamparuli-Suspension-Bridge-Tuaran.d553248621562621473.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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