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Hotels with airport shuttles in Kota Kinabalu

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 376 reviews
From US$50.14 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 478 reviews
From US$76.23 per night
Airport shuttle
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 562 reviews
From US$64.37 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 460 reviews
From US$68.97 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
From US$163.47 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,284 reviews
From US$60.92 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,719 reviews
From US$96.70 per night
Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews
From US$111.31 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,305 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,829 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,170 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,774 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 489 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 674 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,465 reviews

Popular with guests booking hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,284 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,967 reviews

Budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 178 reviews

VALLEY HOTEL is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 4.9 km of North Borneo Railway.

From US$57.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,334 reviews

In the city centre, King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a walkable area in Kota Kinabalu with good shopping.

From US$73.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,465 reviews

Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

From US$36.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 164 reviews

Providing free WiFi, Diamond Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$48.08 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 89 reviews

Boasting a bar, Hotel O Asia City is situated in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$60.23 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.6
Passable - What previous guests thought, 129 reviews

Located within 2.9 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel O Blossom Hotel provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$70.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Set in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Paradise Suite at Asiacity features rooms with city views and free WiFi. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

From US$98.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Park Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 3.5 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway.

From US$52.70 per night

Hotels located in the centre of Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.5
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, Misto Hotel is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 1.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$33.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews

Located within the hustle and bustle of the city centre, Hotel Iskandar offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

From US$24.20 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Located within 600 metres of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.3 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Blossom hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$19.52 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

Set within 2.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel Sri Iskandar offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$28.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 636 reviews

Located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.8 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway, CAPITAL EXPRESS features accommodation with free WiFi.

From US$29.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 92 reviews

Hotel Traveller is set in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km from North Borneo Railway.

From US$27.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 449 reviews

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, HotSpot @ City Centre by SSVC features views of the city. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$65.90 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

Hotel Kinabalu is set in Kota Kinabalu, 3.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km from North Borneo Railway.

From US$41.23 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 730 reviews

Centrally situated in the city's commercial district, Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms and free WiFi throughout.

From US$109.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,175 reviews

Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu boasts four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

From US$100.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,500 reviews

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant.

From US$41.84 per night

Situated within less than 1 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Capsule Inn features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$9.67 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,829 reviews

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

From US$74.17 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 489 reviews

Set in Kota Kinabalu city centre, The Klagan Hotel features modern air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. The property has a restaurant and is 350 metres from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

From US$85.06 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Akinabalu Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

From US$25.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,305 reviews

Boasting an outdoor pool and 4 dining options, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is set in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. The property offers spacious guest rooms with city or sea views.

From US$96.70 per night

FAQs about hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Tropical Paradise in East Malaysia

Kota Kinabalu (KK) is the capital of the East Malaysian state of Sabah on the island of Borneo. It features white-sand beaches, tropical rainforests and the outer lying coral reefs and islands of the Tunku Abdul Rahman (TAR) Marine Park, a haven for scuba divers.

Occupied by the Japanese and heavily bombed during World War II by the British, some remnants of this colonial era remain in the Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory, with its sweeping view of the coast.

Tanjung Arn is KK’s most popular public beach and secluded northern beaches like Karambunai and Dalit have resorts dotted along the coast.

Kota Kinabalu Harbour hosts international cruise ships and the KK Waterfront is a popular place with many bars. The KK Handicraft Market is your chance to grab a nice souvenir to take home.

Mount Kinabalu is Malaysia’s highest mountain at 4,101 metres. This highly important ecological region contains rare fauna and flora and makes a good day trip from the capital.

A variety of hotels on Booking.com are centred around Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the city centre and islands.

Learn more about visiting Kota Kinabalu

  • 111 attractions
  • 15 points of interest
  • 1 neighbourhood

What guests said about Kota Kinabalu:

8.0

Good location for snorkeling and fishing trips.

Good location for snorkeling and fishing trips. Lovely islands to visit fir swimming. Easy access with the ferries. Best place for western pub food and glass of cold wine was Shoneys bar and grill Best island for snorkeling was Mengalum but one and half hours by boat.
Guest review by
carolyn
Australia
8.0

Kota Kinabalu is a beautiful city with amazing waterfront...

Kota Kinabalu is a beautiful city with amazing waterfront views, friendly locals, and plenty of nice cafes and seafood restaurants. It’s a great place to relax and explore nature. However, I found the food prices to be higher than expected — generally pricier than in Penang or Kuala Lumpur. Other than that, it was an enjoyable trip and I’d love to visit again someday.
Guest review by
Jia-Ming
Singapore
10

It is an exotic city, offer many experience, it was nice to...

It is an exotic city, offer many experience, it was nice to have the blend of a city but yet you can watch the fishing boats coming back to shore from their catch and visitors taking speed boats to island opposite KK, if you unit is sea facing, you can see this at your balcony while sipping away coffee,teas, fruit juice or even beers
Guest review by
Sui Yin
Malaysia
10

There is no other place like Tanjung Aru Beach in Kota...

There is no other place like Tanjung Aru Beach in Kota Kinabalu when you want to observe sunset. It is iconic (but you need to disregard hundreds of people who want to enjoy the same :-). You can buy beautiful pearls in this town. You can visit Mari Mari cultural village from this town. It exceeded our expactations.
Guest review by
Miroslav
Czech Republic
6.0

For a town of 500,000 people there should be many more...

For a town of 500,000 people there should be many more waterfront restaurants available to tourists and local population. National Museum was closed, the observation tower was closed and the Cultural village did not look genuine (plastic flowers used all over the village!?). I would recommend a max. stay of 2 days + 1 day for islands visit.
Guest review by
Luke
New Zealand
10

This was my first time in Kota Kinabalu.

This was my first time in Kota Kinabalu. I came for a program, but since I arrived earlier, I decided to explore KK and Kundasang. Even though it was a last-minute booking with Wisata Travel Agency, the accommodation and guide they arranged were excellent. ✨ Favourite places: In KK, I enjoyed the city vibes and food around 1Borneo Mall. In Kundasang, the highlights were the fish spa, rabbit farm, Desa Dairy Farm, and of course a stop at Pekan Nabalu — a picturesque spot with breathtaking views of Mount Kinabalu and local stalls selling souvenirs and snacks. 🍴 Where I ate: One memorable stop was trying the famous kepak ayam madu Wak Ali — really delicious! Around KK, it was easy to find food because there are so many choices, from local eateries to restaurants. 🚗 Getting around KK: With a guide from the travel agency, it was very convenient. The city is easy to move around with transport arranged, and going up to Kundasang was smooth with their service. 💑 For young couples: I’d recommend Kundasang as a must — the dairy farm, the mountain views, Pekan Nabalu, and even simple stops like the fish spa and rabbit farm create great memories. KK city itself is lively with shopping, cafes, and seaside views. It’s a good mix of nature and city for couples. Overall, it was a short but meaningful trip, and I’ll remember it as one of the best last-minute adventures I’ve had.
Guest review by
BARDSAAD
Malaysia

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Passable - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
We love this place. So unic decoration. Clean too actually. Don't go to deep cleaning people! You booked for 2 3 star hotel. Not 5 star. And cheap too. Why you expecting more if you don't want to spend more from your pocket. 7 eleven, restaurant (good food actually) and cheap. Easy to park a car and easy to request for a grab or maxim.
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KhadijahEdi
Malaysia
From US$217.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,095 reviews
I stayed at Shangri la Hotel before Covid pandemic. It wasn’t peak season so it was chill and relaxing. This time, I felt a bit busy and packed with tourists with all the facilities. Swimming pools are nice compared to my last visit. Breakfast are lots of different choices.
Guest review by
Alice
Hong Kong
From US$56.71 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,569 reviews
The apartment was huge. Has all the basic kitchen facilities, the room was clean and the hotel just a walkaway from convenient stores and mall as well. Not to forget if you have the room with Jesselton point view, it is totally breathtaking.
Guest review by
MARYAM FARZANA
Malaysia
From US$56.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,856 reviews
The room is spacious and the view from swimming pool is spectacular. The family suite has a washing machine which is very handy for travellers. The hotel is in walking distance to Tanjung Aru beach and is nearby airport.
Guest review by
Wai Sum Queenie
Hong Kong
From US$58.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,008 reviews
Gaya centre hotel is located near shopping mall and many restaurants, 5 mins walk to Jesselton point, night market on the weekend,
Guest review by
OPAS
Thailand