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 [8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=974581849089138688&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [9 Feb - 10 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=974581849089138688&startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=974581849089138688&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two weeks [20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=974581849089138688&startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&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) ![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) ![Lift](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/843af5ed.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) "Very helpful staff. " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Donna [](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) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/85000000/84140000/84139000/84138925/0eba17b6.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) ![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) ### 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 £34 includes taxes & fees 10 Mar - 11 Mar [](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) ![Café](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/dfd9e5e7.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) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32470000/32465000/32464952/35174c39.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 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-TOOJOU-Kota-Kinabalu.h32464952.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 (47 reviews) "Very satisfied stay" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Jiwoo £28 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-CJ-Residence.h51286940.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) ![Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/0768a7a7.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 [](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) ![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) ![King Hill View Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83110000/83107500/83107453/w3837h2559x3y0-66431223.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 (197 reviews) "Great location and certainly easy to access to the food." ![Thailand](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/th.svg) Thosaphol £92 includes taxes & fees 1 Mar - 2 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-Kota-Kinabalu.h83107453.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) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59620000/59617200/59617171/690d9e0d.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 (9 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 £29 includes taxes & fees 3 Mar - 4 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AJ-Residence-Kota-Kinabalu-City-Center.h59617171.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) ![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) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8390000/8388200/8388175/4b6f4295.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) ### 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 (245 reviews) "Staff was courteous and helpful. Room was super clean" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Douglas £34 includes taxes & fees 11 Feb - 12 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Mandarin-Hotel.h8388175.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) ![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) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22470000/22467700/22467661/b343ee38.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 (192 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 9 Feb - 10 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Gaia-95.h22467661.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) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/04813ef3.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) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6810000/6806900/6806896/2accf3a8.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 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Dreamtel-Kota-Kinabalu.h6806896.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) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51290000/51286500/51286463/8997877e.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) ### AC Residence [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AC-Residence.h51286463.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 mi from Merdeka Square 9.6/10 Exceptional (91 reviews) "I was worried because the residence doesn’t have a reception, but communication was excellent, and the staff are nearby to respond quickly. The staff are very friendly, and the room is extremely clean and tidy. There are many places to visit nearby, so the location is great. It was the best accommodation." ![South Korea](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/kr.svg) ?? £28 includes taxes & fees 10 Mar - 11 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-AC-Residence.h51286463.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 sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15090000/15085800/15085711/cc7965e1.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) ![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) ### 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 (113 reviews) "overall ok with reasonable price , with best location in KK downtown . near big supermarket , and fruit & fish market .in night time life so enjoyable . staff is so friendly , nice . " ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) SUHN OUK £18 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Five-2.h15085711.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) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/6a43cbec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Gym](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/952f205f.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 8.8/10 Excellent (54 reviews) "Room is clean and nee" ![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg) Kim-Foo £66 includes taxes & fees 23 Feb - 24 Feb [](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) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4550000/4550000/4549996/efc2937f.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) ![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) ### 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 (950 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 £75 includes taxes & fees 27 Feb - 28 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Horizon-Hotel.h4549996.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) ![Futuristic Junior Suite | Television](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/674af610.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) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40230000/40225500/40225452/39fcd77e.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 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-HotSpot-At-City-Centre-By-SSVC.h40225452.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) ![Boutique Extra | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5360000/5358800/5358716/w6003h4001x0y0-5b9f8fad.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 £44 includes taxes & fees 27 Feb - 28 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-The-Jesselton-Hotel.h5358716.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8290000/8284400/8284379/0fb59791.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8290000/8284400/8284379/f3ded2d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Executive Suite | Living area | 30-inch TV with digital channels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8290000/8284400/8284379/e8628148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8290000/8284400/8284379/9fd70384.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Sixty3 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Sixty3.h8284379.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 mi from Merdeka Square 8.8/10 Excellent (480 reviews) "Excellent hotel service " ![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg) David Wong Weng £57 includes taxes & fees 6 Mar - 7 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Sixty3.h8284379.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) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44100000/44099000/44098923/0f7f42d3.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) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44100000/44099000/44098923/a605fa37.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) "Great location as parking is more available on the streets than hotels on the north end of the city" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) TEKFOH [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Walk-In-Hotel.h44098923.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) ![Deluxe Family Suite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16482100/16482003/03aa9660.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 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Jsia-Hotel.h16482003.Hotel-Information) ![Deluxe King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9500000/9498500/9498494/d90cd2c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe King | Mini fridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9500000/9498500/9498494/66150f28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9500000/9498500/9498494/8b4ef222.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9500000/9498500/9498494/a50511b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Capital [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Capital.h9498494.Hotel-Information) Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 mi from Merdeka Square 8.4/10 Very good (306 reviews) "Good location and close amenities." ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) C £25 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hotel-Capital.h9498494.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Kinabalu.h11306.Hotel-Information) ![Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12800000/12794300/12794298/c190d842_y.jpg) ### Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre 10/10 Excellent "Rooms nice size, great location. Staff friendly and attentive when required. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Mercure-Kota-Kinabalu-City-Centre.h12794298.Hotel-Information) ![Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1330000/1322100/1322074/cbf302ae_y.jpg) ### Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu 10/10 Excellent "This is a very fine modern hotel located in the heart of Kota Kinabulu. We particularly appreciated the fact that it was a short walk to the restaurant row on the waterfront which offered outdoor seating and a variety of cuisines." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Le-Meridien-Kota-Kinabalu.h1322074.Hotel-Information) ![Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99820000/99819200/99819186/14f4f985_y.jpg) ### Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu 10/10 Excellent "Room is clean and nee" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Citadines-Waterfront-Kota-Kinabalu.h99819186.Hotel-Information) ![Hilton Kota Kinabalu](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15200000/15193700/15193612/265d6da3_y.jpg) ### Hilton Kota Kinabalu 10/10 Excellent "Very good." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Hilton-Kota-Kinabalu.h15193612.Hotel-Information) ![Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92730000/92726200/92726103/b6798683_y.jpg) ### Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo 10/10 Excellent "room was clean and relatively well maintained. the staff were very helpful and polite" [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Signel-Poshtel-Gem-Of-North-Borneo.h92726103.Hotel-Information) ![Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849200/9849125/2c81e3b4_y.jpg) ### Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel 10/10 Excellent "1\. The Oceanus Shopping Mall is not fully operational. However the 3 convenient-marts along the corridor did help. 2\. The bathroom walk-in closet is fantastic. More lighting in shower and vanity area will help in attending ourselves. Sofa and carpet looks pretty aged. It will be good if there’s a sofa cover (washable) to rest on, feeling more fresh and comfortable. The tv top quarter screen illumination is dark-shaded, uneven one-sided brightness. But tv channels are pretty fantastic. The phone, “At Your Service” button is not working. We have to go to front desk to order food. 3\. If there’s poster/notices at the concierge corner, it’d help to remind us on local tours and attractions to explore. We overlooked some important tours. 4\. Services and attentiveness are pretty sharp and impressive, by the hotel gentlemen. Especially Nizam, the Teh-Tarik guy at breakfast, the breakfast manager (i think?), the Chinese spectacled guy receiving us from Grabs, and also Suhayl. All are sincere, polite, calm, and relaxing cool vibes. And the fair big (fat?) chef, that cooked my char kway teow to “perfect” flavor, only got him once, then he’s gone! (Why?!) This is the most homely feel to us. So keep up snd well done! 5\. In future, we hope for a nice developed walkway, from hotel all the way to Suria Sabah, and to Imago Mall. We do enjoy our walks. But the area’s touting activities: massage services and seafood, feels rather intrusive. Otherwise, local tours are pretty refreshing." [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Kota-Kinabalu-Marriott-Hotel.h9849125.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 romantic 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?