Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Merdeka Square in Kota Kinabalu - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk [Merdeka Square Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Merdeka-Square.d974581849089138688.Car-Hire-Guide)[Merdeka Square Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Merdeka-Square-Downtown-Kota-Kinabalu.d974581849089138688.Attraction) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=974581849089138688&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [28 Mar - 29 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=974581849089138688&startDate=2026-03-28&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=974581849089138688&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=974581849089138688&startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-05&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Property class ## Our top choices for Merdeka Square hotels ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/64b0771a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/c07bfc41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/cebec0c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Room | Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/00f3e2d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Signel-Poshtel-Gem-Of-North-Borneo.h92726103.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 mi from Merdeka Square 9.4/10 Exceptional (16 reviews) "room was clean and relatively well maintained. the staff were very helpful and polite" ![Malaysia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/my.svg) Tony £47 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Signel-Poshtel-Gem-Of-North-Borneo.h92726103.Hotel-Information) ![Grand Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/234ff7b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/103bc72d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/87c51523.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/6b2107e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ACJ Residence [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-ACJ-Residence.h84138925.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 mi from Merdeka Square 9.6/10 Exceptional (5 reviews) "Room was very clean. I enjoyed the stay and had good sleep before climbing Mount Kinabalu. I would like to recommend this hotel to others." ![Japan](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/jp.svg) Yuta £32 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-ACJ-Residence.h84138925.Hotel-Information) ![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/5b39bb06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/4aa269d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/35174c39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Meeting facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/32696ba4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-TOOJOU-Kota-Kinabalu.h32464952.Hotel-Information) Kampung Air, 0.2 mi from Merdeka Square 9.0/10 Wonderful (12 reviews) "Enjoyable stay and a great budget property choice. Staff were all helpful, Wi-Fi good, rooms, although snug, more than adequate for sleeping and showering. The one thing that let the property down was the lack of options at breakfast. Everyday a different breakfast meal was given but you had no idea what it would be and didn’t have another option to choose if it wasn’t to your liking. That said, the quality of the food was good. Would happily stay at the property again if looking for somewhere... ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Wayne £30 includes taxes & fees 10 Apr - 11 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-TOOJOU-Kota-Kinabalu.h32464952.Hotel-Information) ![40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/89fd081d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/2b30f994.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/fe36695d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shower, hair dryer, slippers, bidet](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/d09b9490.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Signel Hostel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Signel-Hostel.h31928716.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 mi from Merdeka Square 9.8/10 Exceptional (20 reviews) "Friendly staff and cozy comfy beds - would definitely stay again " ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Richard £16 includes taxes & fees 7 Apr - 8 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Signel-Hostel.h31928716.Hotel-Information) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3837h2556x3y3-aee225a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/351b5174.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![King Seaview Suite (High Floor) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/254daf94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3836h2556x4y3-e4119ff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Kota-Kinabalu.h83107453.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 mi from Merdeka Square 9.2/10 Wonderful (201 reviews) "Overall experience is good, recommend. " ![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg) CHIN YAN £99 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Kota-Kinabalu.h83107453.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/903e3183.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/b899c27d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Junior Suite | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/06086ffb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/a110b2c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mandarin Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Mandarin-Hotel.h8388175.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 mi from Merdeka Square 8.4/10 Very good (246 reviews) "Staff was courteous and helpful. Room was super clean" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Douglas £37 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Mandarin-Hotel.h8388175.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51287000/51286940/d0955c98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Business Double Room (CJ 3) | Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51287000/51286940/acf39ed9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51287000/51286940/9c3a77e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Couple Double Room (CJ 2) | Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51287000/51286940/32e1aa4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CJ Residence [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-CJ-Residence.h51286940.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 mi from Merdeka Square 9.6/10 Exceptional (49 reviews) "Clean and comfortable lodging, I could recommend. Good location- easy walk to fish market. Can honestly say for the price was a good deal. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Scott £26 includes taxes & fees 2 Apr - 3 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-CJ-Residence.h51286940.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/1c6951bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 40 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/2d75066d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/04813ef3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/9b8731fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Dreamtel-Kota-Kinabalu.h6806896.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, < 0.1 mi from Merdeka Square 7.8/10 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](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/dk.svg) Anonymous traveller £28 includes taxes & fees 31 Mar - 1 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Dreamtel-Kota-Kinabalu.h6806896.Hotel-Information) ![Superior Twin Room (With window) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22470000/22467700/22467661/b831b42d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Superior Queen Room (With window) | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22470000/22467700/22467661/d3800837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22470000/22467700/22467661/22a8989d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22470000/22467700/22467661/6ca045b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Gaia 95 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Gaia-95.h22467661.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 mi from Merdeka Square 8.8/10 Excellent (194 reviews) "Stayed just for a night, decent value for the price." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Chor Seng £21 includes taxes & fees 27 Mar - 28 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Gaia-95.h22467661.Hotel-Information) ![Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59617200/59617171/689a1d7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59617200/59617171/0537bb04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free self-parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59617200/59617171/68a15be3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![AJ Residence 4 | Minibar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59617200/59617171/33443704.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AJ-Residence-Kota-Kinabalu-City-Center.h59617171.Hotel-Information) Kampung Air, 0.3 mi from Merdeka Square 9.6/10 Exceptional (10 reviews) "The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. " ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Ganesh £30 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AJ-Residence-Kota-Kinabalu-City-Center.h59617171.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/b614a55a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![43-inch LCD TV with cable channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/cfab6c7f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/ab71f1bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/6a43cbec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Citadines-Waterfront-Kota-Kinabalu.h99819186.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 mi from Merdeka Square 9.0/10 Wonderful (60 reviews) "good hotel, but price too high for this class" ![Hong Kong SAR China](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/hk.svg) kwok tai £57 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Citadines-Waterfront-Kota-Kinabalu.h99819186.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4550000/4549996/79f0d661.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4550000/4549996/93711864.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 outdoor pools, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4550000/4549996/98b2ae63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4550000/4549996/ab6a6b2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Horizon Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Horizon-Hotel.h4549996.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 mi from Merdeka Square 8.2/10 Very good (952 reviews) "Very clean and proper hotel with decent location and good area, really enjoyed our stay!" ![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg) Keith £67 includes taxes & fees 18 Apr - 19 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Horizon-Hotel.h4549996.Hotel-Information) ![Standard Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15085800/15085711/eb6a77fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15085800/15085711/33aa9128.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shower, bidet, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15085800/15085711/6105bd1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15085800/15085711/5c5a53ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel O Five 2 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Five-2.h15085711.Hotel-Information) Kampung Air, 0.2 mi from Merdeka Square 8.4/10 Very good (114 reviews) "The staff were excellent, the room was clean and spacious. The hotel is within a Km of 2 malls and close to dining and groceries. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Edmund £17 includes taxes & fees 15 Apr - 16 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Five-2.h15085711.Hotel-Information) ![Minimalist King Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/602c5b63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/39fcd77e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Minimalist King Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/bd33054a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Industrial Family Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/b5fc6629.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-HotSpot-At-City-Centre-By-SSVC.h40225452.Hotel-Information) Kampung Air, 0.3 mi from Merdeka Square 8.6/10 Excellent (21 reviews) "Great hotel. " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Zachary £27 includes taxes & fees 27 Mar - 28 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-HotSpot-At-City-Centre-By-SSVC.h40225452.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16482100/16482003/c564132b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16482100/16482003/06ec5225.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16482100/16482003/14f2062c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16482100/16482003/543836e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jsia Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Jsia-Hotel.h16482003.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 mi from Merdeka Square 8.0/10 Very good (28 reviews) "The room was comfortable and clean. It will be great if cloth hanger is installed inside the room and kiblat direction was labelled for muslim tourists." ![Saudi Arabia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sa.svg) Anonymous traveller £32 includes taxes & fees 7 Apr - 8 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Jsia-Hotel.h16482003.Hotel-Information) ![2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/w3994h2667x3y0-acc13b2b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Club Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Sea View | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/51ee918d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/d63449e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/e6ac4ff6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Kota-Kinabalu.h1322074.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 mi from Merdeka Square 9.0/10 Wonderful (1,001 reviews) "The room was huge and the Club Lounge and view was wonderful." ![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg) Peta £73 includes taxes & fees 18 Apr - 19 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Kota-Kinabalu.h1322074.Hotel-Information) ![City Double Room (AC 9) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51286500/51286463/4cabdc8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51286500/51286463/a1b8e839.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Romantic Double Room (AC 5) | Coffee and/or coffee maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51286500/51286463/e179ac0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shower, free toiletries, hair dryer, slippers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51286500/51286463/f4ec244c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### AC Residence [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AC-Residence.h51286463.Hotel-Information) Kampung Air, 0.4 mi from Merdeka Square 9.6/10 Exceptional (94 reviews) "Great room and service! " ![Denmark](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/dk.svg) Tonje £28 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AC-Residence.h51286463.Hotel-Information) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5358800/5358716/a877f68b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Jesselton Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5358800/5358716/156513b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5358800/5358716/f1e31280.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5358800/5358716/6fc85397.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Jesselton Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-The-Jesselton-Hotel.h5358716.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 mi from Merdeka Square 8.4/10 Very good (464 reviews) "This is a nice smaller hotel in an interesting area of KK. Be mindful that if you get a room at the back of the hotel that there is quite at bit of noise from the road. " ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Nicholas £43 includes taxes & fees 27 Mar - 28 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-The-Jesselton-Hotel.h5358716.Hotel-Information) ![Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44100000/44099000/44098923/aeb646b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Coffee and/or coffee maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44100000/44099000/44098923/42daf271.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44100000/44099000/44098923/a244a40c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44100000/44099000/44098923/0f7f42d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walk In Hotel [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Walk-In-Hotel.h44098923.Hotel-Information) Kampung Air, 0.3 mi from Merdeka Square 8.2/10 Very good (12 reviews) "Nice and convenient.. great location" ![Malaysia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/my.svg) Bahrinizam £28 includes taxes & fees 7 Apr - 8 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Walk-In-Hotel.h44098923.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11306/7d01c352.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11306/4470715d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge, cocktail bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11306/c74f53f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11306/bae501f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hyatt Regency Kinabalu [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Kinabalu.h11306.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 mi from Merdeka Square 8.4/10 Very good (1,000 reviews) "Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Cilla £73 includes taxes & fees 29 Mar - 30 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Kinabalu.h11306.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-09&endDate=2026-04-10®ionId=974581849089138688&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Compare popular hotels close to Merdeka Square | Property | Property class | Guest rating | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included | | | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------- | ------------------------ | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- | | | ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/64b0771a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo | 2.5 star property | 9.4Exceptional16 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Grand Double Room \| Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/234ff7b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)ACJ Residence | 3.0 star property | 9.6Exceptional5 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/5b39bb06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel | 2.0 star property | 9.0Wonderful12 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/89fd081d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Signel Hostel | 2.0 star property | 9.8Exceptional20 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3837h2556x3y3-aee225a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu | 5.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful201 reviews | View | | | | | | ## Top Merdeka Square Hotel Reviews ![Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849200/9849125/76480eae_y.jpg) ### Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel 10/10 Excellent "Great location on waterfront with many restaurants and markets nearby. Welcoming staff and clean rooms" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Kota-Kinabalu-Marriott-Hotel.h9849125.Hotel-Information) ![Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/w3994h2667x3y0-acc13b2b_y.jpg) ### Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu 6/10 Okay "Friendly staff" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Kota-Kinabalu.h1322074.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel 7 Suria](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42270000/42260600/42260517/4cbe8b7c_y.jpg) ### Hotel 7 Suria 8/10 Good "Located in the Suria mall" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-7-Suria.h42260517.Hotel-Information) ![Sheraton Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121690000/121680900/121680843/bde9644e_y.jpg) ### 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. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Sheraton-Kota-Kinabalu.h121680843.Hotel-Information) ![Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3837h2556x3y3-aee225a8_y.jpg) ### Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu 10/10 Excellent "Overall experience is good, recommend. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Kota-Kinabalu.h83107453.Hotel-Information) ![Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42670000/42662200/42662133/w8637h5709x0y5-460182af_y.jpg) ### Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG 8/10 Good "Why We were charged an extra $98 fir extra guest? We had ONE room for the two of us. Never before have we been charged almost $100 for ‘extra guest’" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Kota-Kinabalu-City-Centre.h42662133.Hotel-Information) ![Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4210000/4208500/4208464/22a95575_y.jpg) ### Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre 10/10 Excellent "Well located, clean and comfortable " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Shangri-La-Kota-Kinabalu.h4208464.Hotel-Information) ![The Magellan Sutera Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/523800/523743/a886f034_y.jpg) ### The Magellan Sutera Resort 10/10 Excellent "Good " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-The-Magellan-Sutera-Resort.h523743.Hotel-Information) ![Hyatt Regency Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11306/7d01c352_y.jpg) ### Hyatt Regency Kinabalu 8/10 Good "Very spacious rooms, location is perfect, the staff is very friendly " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Kinabalu.h11306.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Merdeka Square attractions ### Atkinson Clock Tower Learn about the local history of Pusat Bandar when you spend time at Atkinson Clock Tower. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6113952) ### Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street You can do some window-shopping at Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street during your visit to Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=865915747862646784) ### Gaya Street Sunday Market 4.0/5 (352 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. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6220585) ### Sedco Square During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Sedco Square. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6306852) ### KK Plaza During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at KK Plaza. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6113962) ### Kota Kinabalu Central Market 3.9/5 (359 reviews) During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Kota Kinabalu Central Market. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6153326) ### Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center 3.8/5 (121 reviews) During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6113982) ### Handicraft Market You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Handicraft Market during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area. [See properties](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=782558602226180096) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Merdeka Square? ### What's the best hotel to stay close to Merdeka Square? ### How many hotels are there near Merdeka Square? ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Merdeka Square, will I receive a refund? ### What can I see and do near Merdeka Square?