Title: Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu-Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels.0-n6058879-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kota-Kinabalu.d602.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kota-Kinabalu.d602.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Downtown Kota Kinabalu Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d6058879.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Kota Kinabalu Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d6058879.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide ## Kota Kinabalu ![Downtown Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/edd6bc56-b08a-4918-a8db-f48788b0cac7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/a9bef375-bc41-4e53-b65f-e016615ff8f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/346e31df-59cd-4ff2-b66e-fee8d85f1416.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/77417946-d831-4c68-ae0a-2dd0cb46167b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/05684956-9a7c-4649-a636-816ad5533f98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Kota Kinabalu Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kota Kinabalu travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu.dx602) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Imago Shopping Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/a9bef375-bc41-4e53-b65f-e016615ff8f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Imago Shopping Mall 4/5(9 reviews) During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Imago-Shopping-Mall-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d553248621587293653.Attraction) ![Suria Sabah Shopping Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/a049b520-b0e4-4675-85ef-6c68f6822f0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Suria Sabah Shopping Mall 4/5(13 reviews) During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Suria-Sabah-Shopping-Mall-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d553248621526929541.Attraction) ![Kota Kinabalu Esplanade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975924118/4ba656cf-e835-47d0-8a80-2408cc078c81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Waterfront-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d553248635975924118.Attraction) ![Kompleks Asia City](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/7e4c61ee-2318-4d29-ba2c-168cd8540499.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kompleks Asia City 5/5(1 review) During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Kompleks Asia City. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kompleks-Asia-City-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d6113964.Attraction) ![Oceanus Waterfront Mall](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602/76eaeeb5-f016-492d-8b73-c0a46869eed7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Oceanus Waterfront Mall You can do some window-shopping at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your trip to Pusat Bandar. Visit the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oceanus-Waterfront-Mall-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d553248635975913286.Attraction) #### Gaya Street Sunday Market 4/5(7 reviews) During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gaya-Street-Sunday-Market-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d6220585.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Private Tour Kampung Gypsy Water Village Kota Kinabalu Sabah](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48882585/d7305129-3661-4536-9e21-f33669c1c2d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Tour Kampung Gipsi Sabah Cultural Village Kota Kinabalu £19 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/private-tour-kampung-gipsi-sabah-cultural-village-kota-kinabalu.a48882585.activity-details) ![Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47883949/aa0b680b-f95c-4315-9749-819cc00efaac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kota Kinabalu: Snorkeling & Island Hopping Sapi & Manukan £48 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kota-kinabalu-snorkeling-island-hopping-sapi-manukan.a47883949.activity-details) ![Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4814562/9174adb9-b230-4e95-a06f-db575e56a49d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu £49 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-guided-snorkeling-tour-from-kota-kinabalu.a4814562.activity-details) ![Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50430365/88cd1e2b-ac42-4db3-94a6-10317d3ba4a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabah MALI-MALI GARDEN SPA Massage Experience £18 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sabah-mali-mali-garden-spa-massage-experience.a50430365.activity-details) ![Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50410976/80e6bec9-904b-45cb-9ca7-ff188c80d22d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sabah VONA SPA Massage Experience £16 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sabah-vona-spa-massage-experience.a50410976.activity-details) ![Monsopiad Cultural Village](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1307309/e5aaf948-826c-4ddb-a8f4-0eef25a5719e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monsopiad Cultural Village Visit with Private Transfer from Kota Kinabalu £37 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monsopiad-cultural-village-visit-with-private-transfer-from-kota-kinabalu.a1307309.activity-details) [See all activities in Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kota-Kinabalu.d602.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu ![Hyatt Regency Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11306/7d01c352_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong Kota Kinabalu Sabah £73 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=11306&PinnedHotelID=11306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/w3994h2667x3y0-acc13b2b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Kota Kinabalu Sabah £73 18 Apr - 19 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) Friendly staff Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F04%2F2026&endDate=19%2F04%2F2026&selected=1322074&PinnedHotelID=1322074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3837h2556x3y3-aee225a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN Kota Kinabalu £100 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (201 reviews) Overall experience is good, recommend. Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=83107453&PinnedHotelID=83107453&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72940000/72937100/72937055/6775c9f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels Lot 2-5, Block A, Sutera Avenue, Kota Kinabalu Sabah £65 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall and Sutera ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (152 reviews) Great hotel, central for airport, beach and sightseeing. Excellent restaurant within the hotel JoJo for lunch and evening meals. Minimarket 2 doors away Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=72937055&PinnedHotelID=72937055&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![The Magellan Sutera Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523800/523743/a886f034_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Magellan Sutera Resort 1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah £91 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Good Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=523743&PinnedHotelID=523743&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) ![Hilton Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15193700/15193612/4b381a7b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Kota Kinabalu Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City Kota Kinabalu Sabah £79 28 Mar - 29 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews) Clean and spacious. Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026&selected=15193612&PinnedHotelID=15193612&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6058879) [See all 643 properties in Downtown Kota Kinabalu](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6058879) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Kampung-Air.dx553248635070816987) ![A mosque facing sea with clear blue sky ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000751879/048ae5ab-f6f9-4312-b3f0-31e256a517d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Luyang Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Luyang.dx3000751879) ![Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia – June 15, 2022: The Tanjung Aru Beach, Fisherman Village and Shangri-La Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6344903/bf972de7-b73f-43dc-9155-57ed4ce2f5da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Tanjung Aru 3.5/5(5 area reviews) Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Tanjung-Aru.dx6344903) ![Kota-kinabalu city mosque](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6153331/80b32c64-0190-4fa2-8ac9-29d21c8f85a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Likas You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Likas.dx6153331) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kepayan When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Sutera Harbour and Imago Shopping Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Kepayan.dx553248635976384008) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alamesra While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Alamesra.dx553248635976007980) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide ![](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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