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Here is a quick list of Luxury Hotels in Kota Kinabalu, selected based on their rating
Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel |
8.7 / 10 (842 Reviews) |
From 88$ | |
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu |
8.3 / 10 (240 Reviews) |
From 41$ | |
Sabah Beach Villas & Suites |
7.4 / 10 (406 Reviews) |
From 82$ | |
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu |
8.9 / 10 (1321 Reviews) |
From 42$ | |
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu |
8.8 / 10 (2772 Reviews) |
From 155$ |
When travelling to Kota Kinabalu, there are many accommodation options to choose from. However, if you are looking for luxury, then a luxury hotel is the best option. There are several reasons why you should choose a luxury hotel when travelling to Kota Kinabalu.
The first reason is that luxury hotels offer excellent facilities and services. They typically have a pool, a gym, a restaurant, and a spa. They also offer high-quality service, which means you will be able to enjoy your stay without any problems.
The second reason is that luxury hotels are usually located in prime locations. This means that you will be able to enjoy the best views and be close to the city’s attractions.
The third reason is that luxury hotels are more affordable than you may think. In fact, they are often cheaper than other types of accommodation, such as apartments or villas.
The fourth reason is that luxury hotels offer a wide range of accommodations. This means that you will be able to find the perfect room to suit your needs. Whether you are travelling with your family, friends, or partner, there is a room for you at a luxury hotel.
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Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
From 88$
B.E.D (Best Entertainment Destination is just 500 metres from Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel which offers rooms with stunning views of the China Sea. Free WiFi is available throughout the venue as well as an outdoor swimming pool, a sun terrace and a golf course are available on site.
Located off Oceanus Waterfront Mall, the accommodation is set near the shopping mall "Centre Point". The property is less than 1 km from Central Wet Market. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel is a short ride from Gaya Street Sunday Market.
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Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
From 41$
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in a 10-minute ride away from Monsopiad Cultural Village and features free shuttle bus service, airport transfer service and shopping service. Situated in Penampang district, the venue is set 3.1 km from Petagas War Memorial.
The hotel is set in a tourist area of Kota Kinabalu.
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Sabah Beach Villas & Suites
From 82$
Situated 4.2 km from Rasa Ria Reserve by Shangri-La in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah Beach Villas & Suites features a sauna, a Jacuzzi and a patio throughout the property. Pantai Dalit Beach is less than 4.2 km away.
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Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
From 42$
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu is located in the shopping area of Kota Kinabalu within metres of Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club. Featuring 499 rooms with views of the reserve, this resort is set within a short ride from Dalit Beach.
Rasa Ria Reserve at Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort is 0.3 km from the venue, while Masjid At-Taqwa is 4.3 km away. A white beach is near by the property. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu is located at the foot of Pantai Dalit Beach.
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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
From 155$
The 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu offers 943 rooms in within 3.1 km from the contemporary Sabah State Mosque. The venue features an indoor swimming pool and an a la carte restaurant, boasting location next to Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort.
Situated in Pantai Tanjung Aru district, the resort is set 3.1 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. The sand beach of Kota Kinabalu with cabanas and towels can be easily accessed within a 20-minute walk. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is a short ride from B.E.D (Best Entertainment Destination.
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
Airport nearby ✈️ | Kota Kinabalu International |
Average Price 💰 | 51$ |
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu 🏨 | 449 |
Hotel Reviews ⭐ | 5041 |
Landmarks nearby 📍 | Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, Sapi Island, Manukan Island, Mamutik Island, Lok Kawi Wildlife Park |
Hotel with a view 🔍 | Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel |
Best mid-range Hotel 🌴 | Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu |
Top Service Hotel 🛁 | Sabah Beach Villas & Suites |
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Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
From 107$
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai Kota Kinabalu, situated in proximity to Karambunai Peninsula, entices guests with a golf course, a bar and barbeque grills. Located 4.8 km off Karambunai Hidden Beach, the venue is 35 km from Kota Kinabalu International airport.
Sepanggar Tunnel is less than 6 km away. The resort features 485 air-conditioned rooms featuring coffee & tea makers and a fridge.
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Sabah Oriental Hotel
From 30$
A shared lounge and tea/coffee making facilities are featured in Sabah Oriental Hotel Kota Kinabalu located 1.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. IMAGO Shopping Mall is not far from the venue and All Saints Cathedral is about 100 metres away.
This property offers accommodation in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district with nearby access to Borneo Adventure. You can get to City Park in a few minutes by car.
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Avangio Hotel
From 31$
The 4-star Avangio Hotel Kota Kinabalu Managed By Accor offers 103 rooms in 4 km of Jesselton Point Marina. There is a video projector, secretarial service and printers at the venue.
Kota Kinabalu centre can be reached within 5 minutes' walk. Signal Hill Observatory Platform is 4 km away. Avangio Hotel Kota Kinabalu Managed By Accor is a short ride from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.
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Gayana Marine Resort
From 307$
Featuring a health club, a patio and a plunge pool, Gayana Eco Resort Kota Kinabalu is located not far from Marine Ecology Research Centre. I Love KK is 4.2 km from the property, while Signal Hill Observatory Tower is 4.3 km away.
You can get to Gaya Street Sunday Market in a few minutes by car.
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Ming Garden Hotel & Residences
From 33$
Ming Garden Hotel & Residences Kota Kinabalu is located 3.6 km from Gaya Street Sunday Market and offers a golf course, a sundeck and a swimming pool. Set approximately 20 minutes' stroll from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, it is an excellent accommodation to stay in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district of the city.
The venue is very close to the popular district of Kota Kinabalu and just a stroll from IMAGO Shopping Mall. The contemporary Sabah State Mosque is 1.6 km from this hotel. Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is also located near the property.
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Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
From 31$
The 4-star Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre Hotel places guests 950 metres of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. An outdoor pool area, a bar and a flat-screen satellite TV plus international meals are available at the venue, set in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district.
Sabah State Mosque is less than 1.6 km away. It is located approximately 5 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is also located near the accommodation. You can get to Central Wet Market in a few minutes by car.
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The Pacific Sutera Hotel
From 80$
A shared lounge, a golf course and a bar are offered at Pacific Sutera Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located 1.5 km from the contemporary Sabah State Mosque. Situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, the venue is set 1.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.
The accommodation is set in the very heart of Kota Kinabalu in vicinity of Sutera Harbour Resort. This property is located near the China Sea. You can get to City Park in a few minutes by car.
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Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
From 63$
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu lies in a tourist area of Kota Kinabalu only 1.3 km of City Park, featuring a shared lounge and entertainment activities. The accommodation is centrally placed near Oceanus Waterfront Mall, offering 195 rooms along with an a la carte restaurant.
The venue is 19 minutes' stroll from Gaya Street Sunday Market. The property has a perfect location just a 5-minute walk to the beach. You can get to Tunku Abdul Rahman Park in a few minutes by car.
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Hilton Kota Kinabalu Hotel
From 81$
Hilton Kota Kinabalu Hotel is located within a 10-minute drive away from Gaya Street Sunday Market and features a shared lounge, a library and a bar on site. Situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, the venue is set 2.3 km from City Park.
The prime location in a picturesque area gives quick access to All Saints Cathedral. The accommodation is 5 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. Hilton Kota Kinabalu Hotel is a short ride from Central Wet Market.
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Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
From 156$
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island Kota Kinabalu, located within 3.9 km to Sapi Island, offers guests an outdoor swimming pool and live performances. The venue lies near the own beach.
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is less than 3.9 km away. This hotel is located near the South China Sea. Manukan Island is also located near the property. You can get to Coral Flyer in a few minutes by car.
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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
From 23$
Located in the very heart of Kota Kinabalu, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Hotel offers classic rooms, a 25-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. Set within reach of Anjung Samudera, the venue features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of international cuisine.
This accommodation is in a 9-minute walk from City Park. The hotel overlooks the South China Sea and is a short walk from the shopping mall "Centre Point". You can get to Kota Kinabalu Waterfront in a few minutes by car.
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The Klagan Regency 1Borneo Hotel
From 73$
The Klagan Regency Hotel Kota Kinabalu features free private parking, an outdoor swimming pool and a ballroom, and lies at 4.4 km distance from the renowned domed Likas City Mosque. It is 500 metres from 1Borneo and a few steps from One Borneo Hypermall.
The venue offers a prime location in proximity to Watsons. You can get to University of Malaysia Sabah in a few minutes by car.
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The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
From 34$
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu is a 4-star venue situated a 15-minute stroll of B.E.D (Best Entertainment Destination. Featuring 150 rooms with views of the forest, this accommodation is set within a short ride from Sunday Market.
Kota Kinabalu Waterfront is less than 2 km away. The centre of Kota Kinabalu is 5 km away from the hotel. All Saints Cathedral is also located near the property.
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel
From 79$
Offering a nightclub, a shared lounge and a flat-screen satellite TV, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel is set in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, at 2.4 km distance from Sutera Harbour Resort. The venue is nestled in the very heart of Kota Kinabalu with direct proximity to Gaya Street Sunday Market.
The accommodation is 25 minutes' walk of IMAGO Shopping Mall. There is easy access to the sand beach. Suria Sabah Shopping Mall is also located near the hotel. You can get to Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village in a few minutes by car.
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Grandis Hotels And Resorts
From 14$
Grandis Hotels And Resorts is situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, within 20 minutes' walk from Sabah State Mosque and features 188 rooms with views of the courtyard. Guests can enjoy high speed Internet access in the rooms, as well as an outdoor swimming pool, a sundeck and a restaurant on site.
The venue is set in the vibrant part of Kota Kinabalu, a few minutes away from Central Wet Market. Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is 2.7 km from this accommodation. Sunset is also located near the hotel.
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The Magellan Sutera Resort
From 137$
The Magellan Sutera Resort Kota Kinabalu, located 10 minutes' stroll of Sutera Harbour Resort, offers 456 non-smoking rooms. There is a manicured garden, an a la carte restaurant and a lobby bar available on site.
Situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, the hotel is set 2.7 km from the shopping mall "Centre Point". This hotel is located near the South China Sea. You can get to IMAGO Shopping Mall in a few minutes by car.