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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.

Rooms are elegantly decorated with modern furnishings and amenities such as a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Rooms on the Executive Floor enjoy exclusive access to the Executive Lounge for evening cocktails, afternoon high tea, and use of private meeting rooms. Very friendly staff, nice pool area and good food in all restaurants and cocktail bar. The atmosphere is relaxed and you feel very welcome.

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8.9
Fabulous
1,197 reviews
Price from
US$76
per night

Families can enjoy quality time at the Games Room, while adults relax at the Bar Lounge or enjoy karaoke in a vibrant setting. The hotel’s Coffee House serves a delightful mix of local and Western cuisine, and the Sunset Terrace offers an unforgettable dining experience against a breathtaking backdrop. Very friendly & helpful staff. Clean. Great shower.

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8.2
Very good
1,248 reviews
Price from
US$66
per night

Guests can take a refreshing dip at the swimming pool or relax by the poolside. Staff at the 24-hour reception are happy to assist you with local area information and activities. For your convenience, luggage storage and daily housekeeping are provided for free. The area around the hotel is not too busy so very peaceful

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8.2
Very good
1,870 reviews
Price from
US$49
per night

You can relax in the poolside cabana or enjoy a pampering massage at the spa. Staff at the 24-hour reception are happy to assist you with airport shuttle and laundry services at an additional charge. Activities can be arranged at the tour desk on site. It’s an amazing hotel. The service is excellent, way above average in Malaysia. The breakfast is amazing. Nice pool, and perfect location. But the best is the rooftop bar to watch the sunset. Leves everything! It is an old building but everything is beautiful and clean.

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8.8
Fabulous
2,365 reviews
Price from
US$83
per night

Perched on top of a hill, this resort is surrounded by the tropical rainforests of Borneo. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy dining options at 4 of the in-house restaurants or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Beautiful hotel, good parking, good food, good service

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8.2
Very good
1,765 reviews
Price from
US$84
per night

Set amidst a nature reserve overlooking the South China Sea, Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu features relaxing stays in elegantly furnished guest rooms. It boasts a 64-acre nature reserve, a Signature 18-hole golf course, six dining restaurants, and two outdoor swimming pools, with the Ocean Wing pool exclusively for guests at this wing. Free private parking is provided and free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. We loved the variety of restaurants available inside the resorts. We also appreciated the smiles from all the friendly and helpful staff. We enjoyed the amazing activities organised by the resorts and the facilities. Keep up the good work! 👍

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8.9
Fabulous
1,502 reviews
Price from
US$125
per night

Surrounded by landscaped gardens and spacious outdoor pools, The Magellan Sutera Resort features tastefully decorated guest rooms and suites in Kota Kinabalu. This luxury resort is a short distance away from Sutera Harbour Marina and Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible in all areas and free parking is provided for guests who drive. Big property with lots of pool space and sunbeds. Breakfast has many options and live cooking stations. Rooms are large.

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8.4
Very good
1,135 reviews
Price from
US$188
per night

Boasting 6 dining options, an exclusive Chi, The Spa and an outdoor pool with water jets, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu offers luxury beachfront accommodation in Tanjung Aru. Set 7 km from Kota Kinabalu, it features free WiFi throughout and free parking is provided. Great and peaceful location, amazing personnel, we were taken for private check-in. During our week there everyone was super helpful! Would be going back for sure!

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8.6
Fabulous
2,162 reviews
Price from
US$160
per night

Suang Noh Homestay Kundasang provides accommodation in Kundasang. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The hotel also features free WiFi and free private parking.

The rooms at the hotel are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Rooms are fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom with a bidet and free toiletries, while certain rooms are equipped with a kitchen fitted with a fridge. All rooms have a desk. The family room was spacious and comfortable. Shower had hot water. Also there was a kitchen if you want to cook something. We didn’t cook, there’s a restaurant close by within walking distance serving traditional Sabahan cuisine which was nice.

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8.5
Very good
937 reviews
Price from
US$36
per night

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Kokol Haven Resort is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 15 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 11 km from Likas City Mosque. 15 km from Gaya Street (Sunday Market), the property is also 15 km away from Karamunsing Capital. Breakfast is ok but the view in the environment is like in heaven 10/10

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8.1
Very good
321 reviews
Price from
US$83
per night

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