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Compare Downtown Kota Kinabalu Cheap Hotels room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Pool

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Staff were super friendly and helpful."
The price is SAR 342
SAR 377 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 January 2025
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Exterior

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Fantastic Hotel in KK! Staff were friendly, engaging and helpful. The front desk staff helped us organize a couple of great tours and transportation. The breakfast is a must, sooo good! The pool area is gorgeous and bar staff is attentive and funny. Location is convenient for waterfront, markets, jesselton ferry terminal. Rooms were amazing, quiet, comfortable. Definately go for the water view! Worth every penny, loved it! "
The price is SAR 270
SAR 300 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 January 2025
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (327)
"Best hotel to start the year 2024! The service was great. The staff were super polite and friendly. The room was vast and I added with a rollaway bed without any issues - still very spacious. There’s free breakfast too. Near shopping complex just this one focused more on electronic products. Not something tourists will want to buy. Haha. Overall, I will stay in this hotel again. ❤️"
The price is SAR 234
SAR 292 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Exterior

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (910)
"Mist thing is good, vut food is not many kind."
The price is SAR 283
SAR 314 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 January 2025
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort
View from property

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Staff not really friendly"
The price is SAR 561
SAR 622 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2025
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Exterior

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (563)
"Probably one of the best located hotels in the centre of KK. Perfect views from the rear of the hotel. Good facilities but some of the furniture was a bit worn. Car parking was good but in a disused part of the complex."
The price is SAR 408
SAR 448 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2025
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
Property entrance

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (768)
"The breakfast buffet lines were empty very early and without refill"
The price is SAR 129
SAR 160 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Ming Garden Hotel and Residences
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Front of property

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Very good pr-ship by the front employees from pre-arrival to arrival and departure. It will be my first joice for my next visit to K.K."
The price is SAR 253
SAR 282 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 January 2025
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Pool

Sabah Oriental Hotel

3.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (303)
"Booked 4 nights and check out after 30 minutes. No Refund"
The price is SAR 112
SAR 129 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 January 2025
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Exterior

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (51)
"Overall good place to stay. Only having problem with the lift bank where with only one available to use going to park floor. Its so troublesome for waiting or if out of service."
The price is SAR 228
SAR 257 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown Kota Kinabalu like for travelers on a budget?
Downtown Kota Kinabalu offers a variety of cheap accommodations and things to do, making it a great vacation choice for budget-conscious travelers. You can find ways to save money while getting to know this destination, which is home to attractions like Anjung Samudera, Centre Point, and Kompleks Asia City.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
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How many inexpensive hotels will I find in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
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What's the weather like in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temperature of 82°F,
  • Coldest months: February, January, March, and July
  • Rainiest months: January, November, December, and October
  • Driest months: February, March, April, and August
What is there to see and do in Downtown Kota Kinabalu?
Downtown Kota Kinabalu attracts visitors with its fresh seafood and island views, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that cost little or nothing at all. If you’re looking to enjoy the area’s natural beauty, you can get outdoors at Signal Hill Observatory Platform, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, or Sapi Island.
How can I get to Downtown Kota Kinabalu and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Downtown Kota Kinabalu can help keep you on budget. The closest airport is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from the center in Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI). Downtown Kota Kinabalu might not have very many public transportation choices so a rental car could be an economical alternative to explore more of the area.