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567 Cheap Hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

CJ Residence
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)

CJ Residence

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"We had a very lovely stay, staff was very kind and welcoming. Room was clean, amenities provided. Comfortable room with everything you need. Would definitely stay again! "
The price is AU$54
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
CJ Residence
Seaview Capsule Hotel
LCD TV

Seaview Capsule Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
Seaview Capsule Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (197)
"Good location for the airport. Comfy room, good service. "
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Hotel Eden54
Studio Plus

Hotel Eden54

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (322)
"A strategic place where you can easily access to jetty Jesselton and restaurants "
Hotel Eden54
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great family friendly hotel "
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Staff & Hotel Management are super friendly and accommodating. "
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Mandarin Hotel
1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Mandarin Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (235)
"Strategic"
The price is AU$66
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Mandarin Hotel
Api-Api Guest House
Property grounds

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18)
"Nil"
Api-Api Guest House
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
Reception

Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15)
"Great location at Gaya Street with night market & morning market selling many interesting foodstuffs and wares. Convenient as many dining shops nearby with Chinese, Malay & Western food easily available. Hotel is clean & eco-friendly with hospitable staff. Will definitely stay here again."
Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo
Hotel 7 Suria
Premier Double Room | View from room

Hotel 7 Suria

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (120)
"Great location - easy to get around. Good towels and clean bathroom. However walls very thin - some guests very noisy"
The price is AU$69
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel 7 Suria
Oikos Poshtel
Interior

Oikos Poshtel

2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (11)
"Booke dthe family room for a friend and I. Had a great bathroom.very modern, a window, very comfy and cute. Would def stay again. Great value ad X rs from shopping centre and a top massage centre (Siam) in the same building)."
Oikos Poshtel
KK Times Square Hotel
Lobby

KK Times Square Hotel

2.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (163)
"The room was not as expected. I read great reviews but sadly, we were unlucky. The room was so dusty, not clean. The deluxe king seems like a deluxe queen. Our room electricty keeps tripping. For a deluxe king, the room is small, i think we were given the wrong room coz we requested differently. The only great thing about it is it is walking distance to Imago. "
KK Times Square Hotel
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
AJ Residence 1

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"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. "
The price is AU$55
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Great location and friendly staff "
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Cafe

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (133)
"This is a modern city type hotel beautifully decorated, with easy access to nearby restaurants, ideal for a short stay visiting Kotakinabalu .Ms Linda, front desk manager and her team at the reception were outstanding. This greatly professional staff , made our stay a memorable one. Will be back"
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Qlio Hotel
Deluxe Queen

Qlio Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (54)
"The hotel is in the city center. Had a great stay over there. "
Qlio Hotel
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Deluxe Double Room

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"The staff were extremely helpful and attentive!. They even have powerbanks and charging cables in e room. It's also near to the airport so if you do not want to hear aeroplanes then may nt work for you. "
The price is AU$120
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | View from room

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"Overall very good place to stay. Unfortunately only issue on lift bank where only on side can access to cark park if you want going down. "
The price is AU$78
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Reception

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (963)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hotel Gaia 95
Property entrance

Hotel Gaia 95

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (190)
"Awesome location to enjoy the Saturday & Sunday Gaya Market. Comfortable with basic facilities. Highly recommend if you're planning to explore the nearby area."
The price is AU$44
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hotel Gaia 95
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Find the best Downtown Kota Kinabalu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Tanjung Aru map

Tanjung Aru

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.

Karambunai map

Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Kota Kinabalu which includes tropical scenes, island images and a coastal town
Kampung Air map

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

Alamesra map

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.

Likas map

Likas

Visitors to Likas enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is worth a stop.

Top Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

10/10 Excellent
"The location is great—very close to Jesselton Harbor. We booked the OWD course, so it was super convenient for us—only a 3‑minute walk. There’s also a big shopping mall nearby, plus it’s easy to find the durian street, fruit market, and seafood market. The hotel price is quite cheap, and it’s clean enough. It could be a bit better, but overall, it’s all good."
Miao 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Travellers love the Downtown Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood for its beautiful island views, top seafood restaurants and major shopping area. Are you looking for Downtown Kota Kinabalu travel tips? Make sure that you visit Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Central Market while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B is the highest ranked property in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is steps from Imago Shopping Mall, and offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include AC Residence and CJ Residence.

How many hotels will I be able to find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Expedia has 288 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Kota Kinabalu to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kota Kinabalu area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in Downtown Kota Kinabalu.

What is there to do around this Kota Kinabalu neighbourhood?

Planning to do some shopping while in Downtown Kota Kinabalu? Consider Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza. You could also plan a visit to Imago Shopping Mall or Gaya Street Sunday Market while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Kota Kinabalu include Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Anjung Samudera and Warisan Square. While you're out sightseeing, Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu are a couple of additional sights to visit in Kota Kinabalu.