Central luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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Here’s a quick list of the best hotels in Kota Kinabalu





Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Newly opened, September 2022. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu... Read more
- Rating: 9.1
- Stars: 5
Shangri-La Rasa Ria

Offering a vast selection of international cuisines, such as Japanese, Western, Malaysian and Oriental cuisine restaurants, this resort also offers a beachside bar and a music lounge for a relaxing drink.... Read more
- Rating: 8.9
- Stars: 5
The Aru Hotel at Aru Suites

Room with balcony. Opened March 2022... Read more
- Rating: 8.9
- Stars: 4
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru

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... Read more
- Rating: 8.8
- Stars: 5
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Set in Kota Kinabalu, 800 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property... Read more
- Rating: 8.7
- Stars: 5
The Pacific Sutera

Boasting an Olympic sized swimming pool and 5 dining options, The Pacific Sutera offers easy access to Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible throughout and for guests who drive, free parking is available... Read more
- Rating: 8.6
- Stars: 5
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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... Read more
- Rating: 8.5
- Stars: 5
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu offers spacious and elegant accommodation with free WiFi throughout. The property boasts an outdoor pool and 6 dining options... Read more
- Rating: 8.5
- Stars: 5
Hotel 7 Suria

Opened December 2019. Less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Hotel 7 Suria is situated in Kota Kinabalu and features free WiFi and concierge services... Read more
- Rating: 8.5
- Stars: 4
Avangio Hotel

Opened April 2021. Situated in Kota Kinabalu and within 7... Read more
- Rating: 8.4
- Stars: 4
Horizon Hotel

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool, Horizon Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu. The property is a 5-minute walk to Gaya Street and offers elegant, air-conditioned guest rooms ... Read more
- Rating: 8.4
- Stars: 4
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Outdoor pool. Boasting a surrounding tropical forest and an organic garden, The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located 4 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront... Read more
- Rating: 8.4
- Stars: 4
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Outdoor pool. Set atop One Place Mall, Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers elegant guest rooms with free WiFi throughout... Read more
- Rating: 8.3
- Stars: 4
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island boasts a private beach overlooking the South China Sea. It features an outdoor pool, spacious villas and suites... Read more
- Rating: 8.1
- Stars: 4
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Located a 5-minute walk to Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers accommodation overlooking the South China Sea. The property boasts 5 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool... Read more
- Rating: 8.1
- Stars: 4
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor pool, Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre is situated 200 metres from Jesselton Point. The modern guest rooms are equipped with free WiFi and a flat-screen satellite TV... Read more
- Rating: 8
- Stars: 4
Ming Garden Hotel & Residences

Outdoor pool. Strategically located in Kota Kinabalu's commercial district, Ming Garden Hotel & Residences offers elegant guest rooms with free WiFi throughout... Read more
- Rating: 8
- Stars: 4
Sky Hotel

Featuring a fitness centre and open deck with outdoor pool on the rooftop, Sky Hotel offers air-conditioned studios and apartments with free WiFi and plenty of space. Kota Kinabalu Waterfront and KK Time Square are a 5-minute drive away... Read more
- Rating: 7.9
- Stars: 4
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Resort with outdoor pool. Boasting 3 outdoor pools, 8 dining options and a golf course, Nexus Resort & Spaoffers relaxing stays in Karambunai, 30 km from Kota Kinabalu... Read more
- Rating: 7.1
- Stars: 5