✅ What are the best localities in Kota Kinabalu to stay with family in a hotel?

There are 18 five-star, 30 four-star, 76 three-star, 9 resorts & 84 budget hotels in Kota Kinabalu. You can book hotels under different sets of budgets—MMT has 0 under Rs. 1000, 12 under Rs. 2000 & 68 luxury category hotels. The best area in Kota Kinabalu is Tanjung Aru & the main attractions here are & Grab the Deals Here!!

✅ I have booked a stay at a resort recently in Kota Kinabalu for the coming month. Is there any way to get a free room upgrade?

Getting a free room upgrade in Kota Kinabalu totally depends on the season and the hotel (property). It’s quite usual for MakeMyTrip users to get room upgrades for free, during the off-season in Kota Kinabalu. You can also get an upgrade if a large number of rooms are vacant in the hotel or resort. Also, at the time of check-in, one can enquire about a room upgrade at the hotel reception. Visit Here for room upgrade!!

✅ What are the budget properties featuring all required facilities to stay in Kota Kinabalu?

The best hotels are available near , Tanjung Aru, Sinsuran Kompleks, Sadong Jaya, Kampung Sembulan & Kampung Sinulihan Here’s a list of the top five budget accommodations rated by our customers, near these areas : Gaya Centre Hotel Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre (formerly Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu) Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu Hotel Gaia 95

✅ How many guests can one room accommodate, in the hotels located in Kota Kinabalu?

Most hotels in Kota Kinabalu permit additional guests to stay or share the room, at additional charges. Guest capacity also depends on the hotel’s policy, as every hotel has a different policy. Many hotels in Kota Kinabalu feature family rooms, which are large in size or have adjacent rooms sharing a common door. If you have any further doubts, you can contact the hotel’s helpline number or Check Here!!

✅ Suggest some popular hotels & properties in Kota Kinabalu to enjoy holidays with family. What are the payment options available?

If you are planning a trip to Kota Kinabalu with your family, there are a large number of hotels and resorts, available at decent prices. The hotels listed with MakeMyTrip offer a wide range of services to make your trip hassle-free, and you can make your booking before you reach the venue. You can pick from these handpicked accommodations in Kota Kinabalu on the basis of our user reviews Shangri La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa The Magellan Sutera Resort Gaya Island Resort Gayana Marine Resort Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa . Also, you can try delicious local cuisine, at food joints located nearby these hotels. The different kind of payment options available if you book a hotel in Kota Kinabalu with MakeMyTrip are: Pay@Hotel, No Cost EMI, Credit Card & Debit Card.

✅ Why do the hotel fares change so frequently in Kota Kinabalu?

The hotel room fares change frequently, depending on the inventory of a particular hotel. Season & flight fares also directly impact the hotel fares in Kota Kinabalu. To check out current offers Click Here!!

✅ What are the 5 best luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu offering excellent hospitality in 2026?

Here is a list of the top 5 best hotels offering excellent hospitality services in Kota Kinabalu Shangri La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa The Magellan Sutera Resort Gaya Island Resort Gayana Marine Resort Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

✅ How to pick the best hotels & properties for Kota Kinabalu accommodation?

You can pick properties on the basis of top reviews from our travellers, their location vis-a-vis famous landmarks, budget and availability of facilities Top Rated/Reviewed Hotels Top 4 Star hotels Top Budget hotels for Stay Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island Holiday Inn Express KOTA KINABALU CITY CENTRE Seaview Bliss Studio By Tropical Elegance Grandis Hotel HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU Most Luxurious Penthouse LSS HomeStay Imago the loft residence Covesign Suite, The Shore Kota Kinabalu Angkasa Apartment Sutra Bay

✅ Which are the most reviewed hotels of Kota Kinabalu?

These are most reviewed hotels in Kota Kinabalu. You can book your stay after going through the reviews. Here is a list of top reviewed hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

170 Properties in Kota Kinabalu

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1. ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam

Kampung Sinulihan

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This 3 Star Hotel in Kota Kinabalu is located in Kampung Sinulihan. Full Address of property is No 1 Jalan Taipan 28 Inanam Sabah View On Map Key amenities of this property are Gym & Bar & Restaurant.

Excellent4.7

(76 Ratings)

₹ 4,383

+ ₹ 799 taxes & fees

Per Night

2. Horizon Hotel

| 8.9 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

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Top Facilities of this Hotel are Swimming Pool & Gym & Bar.

Very Good4.0

(1794 Ratings)

₹ 8,313

₹ 7,520

+ ₹ 1,912 taxes & fees

Per Night

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3. The Magellan Sutera Resort

Kota Kinabalu

Breakfast Included

This 5 Star Resort in Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu. Full Address of property is 1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Swimming Pool & Gym.

Very Good4.2

(1000 Ratings)

₹ 26,257

₹ 23,753

+ ₹ 6,039 taxes & fees

Per Night

Exclusive Offer - ICICI Credit Card EMI Users. Get 9452 Off.

4. Holiday Inn Express KOTA KINABALU CITY CENTRE

Kota Kinabalu | 7.9 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

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Breakfast Included

Location of the Hotel is Kota Kinabalu View On Map (No.1, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman,Sabah). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Gym & Bar & Restaurant.

Excellent4.8

(2032 Ratings)

₹ 14,180

+ ₹ 2,890 taxes & fees

Per Night

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The Klagan Hotel

| 8.5 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

Free Cancellation

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Breakfast Included

Full Address of property is Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D Warisan Square Jalan Tun Fuad Step View On Map Key amenities of this property are Bar & Restaurant & Coffee Shop.

Very Good4.1

(999 Ratings)

₹ 4,240

₹ 3,707

+ ₹ 1,199 taxes & fees

Per Night

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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Sinsuran Kompleks | 8.5 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

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Location of the Hotel is Sinsuran Kompleks View On Map (Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Sinsuran). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Swimming Pool & Gym.

Excellent4.9

(2378 Ratings)

₹ 27,095

+ ₹ 2,615 taxes & fees

Per Night

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Sinsuran Kompleks | 8.9 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

Breakfast Included

This 5 Star Hotel in Kota Kinabalu is located in Sinsuran Kompleks. Full Address of property is NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN View On Map Key amenities of this property are Gym & Bar & Restaurant.

Excellent4.5

(185 Ratings)

₹ 38,298

₹ 37,258

+ ₹ 5,203 taxes & fees

Per Night

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Shangri La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa

Tanjung Aru

Breakfast Included

Location of the Resort is Tanjung Aru View On Map (No 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru , Kota Kinabalu , Sabah , Malaysia , 88100). Top Facilities of this Resort are Water park & Spa & Swimming Pool.

Excellent4.5

(1002 Ratings)

₹ 51,778

+ ₹ 12,340 taxes & fees

Per Night

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Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Bandaran Berjaya | 8.7 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

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This 3 Star Hotel in Kota Kinabalu is located in Bandaran Berjaya. Full Address of property is 5, Jalan Padang View On Map Key amenities of this property are Restaurant.

Very Good3.9

(995 Ratings)

₹ 2,724

₹ 2,382

+ ₹ 850 taxes & fees

Per Night

Exclusive Offer - ICICI Credit Card EMI Users. Get 980 Off.

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

| 6.9 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

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Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Swimming Pool & Gym.

Very Good3.7

(779 Ratings)

₹ 2,939

₹ 2,864

+ ₹ 900 taxes & fees

Per Night

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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Free Cancellation

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Breakfast Included

This 5 Star Hotel in Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu. Full Address of property is Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Pincode- 88991, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia View On Map Key amenities of this property are Spa & Swimming Pool & Gym.

Excellent4.5

(1484 Ratings)

₹ 22,072

₹ 19,296

+ ₹ 5,301 taxes & fees

Per Night

Exclusive Offer - ICICI Credit Card EMI Users. Get 7945 Off.

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Api-api Centre | 7.9 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

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Location of the Hotel is Api-api Centre View On Map (No 4, Lorong Api-Api 3 Api-Api Centre). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Swimming Pool & Gym & Bar.

Very Good3.9

(573 Ratings)

₹ 8,551

₹ 7,476

+ ₹ 2,191 taxes & fees

Per Night

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Hilton Kota Kinabalu

| 8.7 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

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Full Address of property is Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia View On Map Key amenities of this property are Swimming Pool & Gym & Bar.

Excellent4.5

(922 Ratings)

₹ 21,585

+ ₹ 1,951 taxes & fees

Per Night

Hotel Sixty3

Kota Kinabalu

Location of the Hotel is Kota Kinabalu View On Map (63 Jalan Gaya). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Spa & Cafe & Coffee Shop.

Excellent4.4

(467 Ratings)

₹ 9,838

₹ 9,571

+ ₹ 1,502 taxes & fees

Per Night

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Promenade Service Apartments

Api-api Centre | 8.4 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

Entire Apartment

| Sleeps 2 guests

Entire Apartment

Get complete access to all bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, kitchen and more!

Please refer to Property Layout section on the Details page for access information for All spaces

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

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Full Address of property is 3-G-17, Lorong Api-Api 2 Api-Api Centre View On Map Key amenities of this property are Elevator/Lift.

Very Good4.0

(2203 Ratings)

₹ 1,686

₹ 1,640

+ ₹ 443 taxes & fees

Per Night

Sabah Oriental Hotel

| 7.4 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

Top Facilities of this Hotel are Swimming Pool & Bar & Free Shuttle Service.

Very Good3.5

(303 Ratings)

₹ 3,649

₹ 3,191

+ ₹ 1,063 taxes & fees

Per Night

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Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Api-api Centre

Free Cancellation

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This 5 Star Hotel in Kota Kinabalu is located in Api-api Centre. Full Address of property is Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens View On Map Key amenities of this property are Swimming Pool & Gym & Bar.

Very Good4.2

(588 Ratings)

₹ 26,871

+ ₹ 2,598 taxes & fees

Per Night

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

| 6.7 km drive to Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)

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Top Facilities of this Resort are Spa & Swimming Pool & Gym.

Very Good4.1

(999 Ratings)

₹ 33,473