Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Kota Kinabalu District on Hotels.com. These Kota Kinabalu District Cheap Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 16, 2026.
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Imago Shopping Mall in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at Centre Point, Kota Kinabalu Central Market, and KK Plaza.
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Suria Sabah Shopping Mall in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at Gaya Street Sunday Market, KK Plaza, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Gaya Street Sunday Market in Downtown Kota Kinabalu and take in the atmosphere. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at KK Plaza, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
If you like shopping, take time out to go to 1Borneo Hypermall when in Kota Kinabalu. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here?
If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Kota Kinabalu Central Market in Downtown Kota Kinabalu and take in the atmosphere. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at KK Plaza, Gaya Street Sunday Market, and Centre Point.
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Centre Point in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Splash some more cash at KK Plaza, Kota Kinabalu Central Market, and Gaya Street Sunday Market.
These guys know what they're doing.
Absolutely amazing communication immediately after booking. They send you all the details. And tell you to update them when you're on your way. So if you're lost they will help you find the way.
The interior design, the lighting, the quality and finishing, the marble used. You would think you are at a 5 star hotel. But the prices are waaaaay more attainble and what you're pay for. You are getting a bargain.
Just the quality of toilet paper they're using...
These guys know what they're doing.
Absolutely amazing communication immediately after booking. They send you all the details. And tell you to update them when you're on your way. So if you're lost they will help you find the way.
The interior design, the lighting, the quality and finishing, the marble used. You would think you are at a 5 star hotel. But the prices are waaaaay more attainble and what you're pay for. You are getting a bargain.
Just the quality of toilet paper they're using...
Rabih
Reviewed September 13, 2025Reviewed September 13, 2025
The room was spotlessly clean and well maintained. There was even a nice little common hallway with extra toiletries and coffee/tea packets. The host provided a waterproof beach pouch which was exactly what I needed that day. The location is unbeatable. It's literally upstairs from the most amazing grilled seafood night market. 10/10. I will definitely book here again
The room was spotlessly clean and well maintained. There was even a nice little common hallway with extra toiletries and coffee/tea packets. The host provided a waterproof beach pouch which was exactly what I needed that day. The location is unbeatable. It's literally upstairs from the most amazing grilled seafood night market. 10/10. I will definitely book here again
jonathan
Reviewed September 7, 2026Reviewed September 7, 2026
We used this hotel as a stop over whilst flying in and then out of the airport the next day. 10 minutes from the airport. Clean, comfy beds and a nice shower. Couldn’t of asked for more. No breakfast but we didn’t need it as we were catching an early flight out
We used this hotel as a stop over whilst flying in and then out of the airport the next day. 10 minutes from the airport. Clean, comfy beds and a nice shower. Couldn’t of asked for more. No breakfast but we didn’t need it as we were catching an early flight out
Great views. If you don't have your own transportation, you're a bit isolated here. But that's part of the draw. It's about an hour's drive from the city, and it's generally quiet and has fantastic scenery. On weekends, it gets a little busy with day visitors who come for the sunset and enjoy a meal in the restaurant.
Great views. If you don't have your own transportation, you're a bit isolated here. But that's part of the draw. It's about an hour's drive from the city, and it's generally quiet and has fantastic scenery. On weekends, it gets a little busy with day visitors who come for the sunset and enjoy a meal in the restaurant.
Awesome location to enjoy the Saturday & Sunday Gaya Market. Comfortable with basic facilities. Highly recommend if you're planning to explore the nearby area.
Awesome location to enjoy the Saturday & Sunday Gaya Market. Comfortable with basic facilities. Highly recommend if you're planning to explore the nearby area.
Need to improve on the cleanliness of the kitchen. Inspect the kitchen utensils, the water filter is leaking, the dish soup is non-existent, the drying rack left in the kitchen cupboard to house insects, the living room sofa leather was teared apart.
The amenities advertised includes water bottles, but when asked for it from the staff on site, it’s not provided as complimentary. The bedroom door cannot be locked for some room, there’s stain on every bed and bedsheets.
Overall the 3 bedroom...
Need to improve on the cleanliness of the kitchen. Inspect the kitchen utensils, the water filter is leaking, the dish soup is non-existent, the drying rack left in the kitchen cupboard to house insects, the living room sofa leather was teared apart.
The amenities advertised includes water bottles, but when asked for it from the staff on site, it’s not provided as complimentary. The bedroom door cannot be locked for some room, there’s stain on every bed and bedsheets.
Overall the 3 bedroom...
Kathrina
Reviewed December 27, 2023Reviewed December 27, 2023
It is a clean tidy place with very attentive staff. The food was good and the rooms were comfortable.
We used it as a base for our two week stay in Sabah and really enjoyed our stay there.
The drive up and down the hill is interesting. It is a windy road and you have to watch out for the local water buffalo's (which are nowhere near as aggressive as the ones in Australia).
Kota Kinabalu is a good launching point for all sorts of activities. We were able to see Orangutan's at a reserve about...
It is a clean tidy place with very attentive staff. The food was good and the rooms were comfortable.
We used it as a base for our two week stay in Sabah and really enjoyed our stay there.
The drive up and down the hill is interesting. It is a windy road and you have to watch out for the local water buffalo's (which are nowhere near as aggressive as the ones in Australia).
Kota Kinabalu is a good launching point for all sorts of activities. We were able to see Orangutan's at a reserve about...
Greg
Reviewed February 20, 2015Reviewed February 20, 2015
We stayed for four nights. It was comfortable to stay there. We stayed at bigger room, and it was very large for two people. Everything was fine such as wi-fi connection, bus service, attitude of the staff members and condition of the room(I guess this hotel was built quite recently...). There were a convenience store. And many places to have meals. From street restaurants to ordinary restaurants. You should choose here to stay at Kota Kinabalu at reasonable price!
We stayed for four nights. It was comfortable to stay there. We stayed at bigger room, and it was very large for two people. Everything was fine such as wi-fi connection, bus service, attitude of the staff members and condition of the room(I guess this hotel was built quite recently...). There were a convenience store. And many places to have meals. From street restaurants to ordinary restaurants. You should choose here to stay at Kota Kinabalu at reasonable price!
Anonymous traveler
Reviewed February 17, 2018Reviewed February 17, 2018
A RECOMMENDED HOTEL THAT THAT IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED, CLEAN AND OFFERS VERY GOOD ACCOMMODATION IN ONE OF THE TOP LOCATIONS IN KOTA KINABALU...THE STAFF AND THE MANAGEMENT IS GENUINELY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL...THE HOTEL IS LOCATED NEXT TO SEVERAL OLDER MALLS (WISMA MERDEKA AND THE KK MALL) AND THE NEW SARIAH SABAH MALL...THE FARMERS MARKET AND GAYA STREET ARE JUST A COUPLE OF HUNDRED METERS AWAY...LOTS OF GREAT RESTAURANT CHOICES NEARBY...HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
A RECOMMENDED HOTEL THAT THAT IS VERY WELL MAINTAINED, CLEAN AND OFFERS VERY GOOD ACCOMMODATION IN ONE OF THE TOP LOCATIONS IN KOTA KINABALU...THE STAFF AND THE MANAGEMENT IS GENUINELY FRIENDLY AND HELPFUL...THE HOTEL IS LOCATED NEXT TO SEVERAL OLDER MALLS (WISMA MERDEKA AND THE KK MALL) AND THE NEW SARIAH SABAH MALL...THE FARMERS MARKET AND GAYA STREET ARE JUST A COUPLE OF HUNDRED METERS AWAY...LOTS OF GREAT RESTAURANT CHOICES NEARBY...HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
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What is there to see around Kota Kinabalu District?
University of Malaysia Sabah (3.5 mi/5.6 km from the city center)
Borneo Marine Research Institute (4 mi/6.4 km from the city center)
Likas Stadium (4.9 mi/7.9 km from the city center)
Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal (5.8 mi/9.3 km from the city center)
Sabah State Mosque (7.3 mi/11.7 km from the city center)
What is there to do around Kota Kinabalu District?
1Borneo Hypermall (2.9 mi/4.7 km from the city center)
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall (5.9 mi/9.6 km from the city center)
Gaya Street Sunday Market (6 mi/9.7 km from the city center)
KK Plaza (6.3 mi/10.1 km from the city center)
Kota Kinabalu Central Market (6.3 mi/10.2 km from the city center)