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8.2
Great58 reviews
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746 yd from City Center628 yd from Oceanus Waterfront Mall
Located approximately 1.4 miles from Sunday Market, the 5-star luxury Hilton offers a swimming pool and a fitness center for guests.
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8.6
Great240 reviews
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1121 yd from City Center206 yd from Filipino Market Sabah
Boasting a location 600 feet from Warisan Square, the sophisticated 5-star Le Meridien includes 306 rooms and a swimming pool.
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8.4
Great252 reviews
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3.0 mi from City Center1.3 mi from North Borneo Railway
Located around a 10-minute drive from Gaya Street Sunday Market, the 5-star beachfront Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu features an outdoor pool along with yoga classes and massage therapy.
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8.2
Great45 reviews
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1399 yd from City Center146 yd from Oceanus Waterfront Mall
Set 8 minutes by foot from Centre Point, the 5-star Marriott Kota Kinabalu features a swimming pool and an Asian restaurant serving Japanese cuisine.
FromUS$ 108 /nightSelect
8.4
Great194 reviews
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1277 yd from City Center431 yd from Gaya Street (Sunday Market)
Situated in the business district of Kota Kinabalu, in the immediate adjacency of KK Esplanade, the elegant Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu accommodates its guests in 288 rooms and offers sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool.
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8.0
Great98 reviews
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1556 yd from City Center237 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
Set 5 minutes by foot from All Saints Cathedral, the Ming Garden Hotel & Residences with views of the city features a massage chair and an outdoor swimming pool.
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8.0
Great100 reviews
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1359 yd from City Center207 yd from Oceanus Waterfront Mall
Boasting steam baths, a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool along with 195 rooms, the 4-star non-smoking Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu is set in a central district.
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8.4
Great91 reviews
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844 yd from City Center373 yd from Karamunsing Capital
The 4-star Palace Hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and 150 rooms facing the garden.
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8.6
Great28 reviews
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10.7 mi from City Center
The Borneo Beach Villas is located 37 minutes' drive from Kota Kinabalu International airport and offers a lap pool as well as a gym facility.
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8.4
Great32 reviews
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1442 yd from City Center706 yd from Atkinson Clock Tower
KK Esplanade is 10 minutes by foot from the 5-star Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu and Gaya Street Sunday Market is just 5 minutes' walk away.
FromUS$ 106 /nightSelect
8.2
Great211 reviews
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1.6 mi from City Center1036 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
Boasting aerobics classes and billiard, the 5-star luxury Magellan Sutera Resort Kota Kinabalu is 5 minutes' drive from Sabah State Mosque in the Downtown Kota Kinabalu district.
FromUS$ 146 /nightSelect
8.2
Great66 reviews
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5.1 mi from City Center
The Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island Kota Kinabalu features a sand beach and views of the South China Sea, and boasts access to Sapi Island, located 2 miles away.
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8.2
Great30 reviews
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1396 yd from City Center615 yd from Atkinson Clock Tower
Gaya Street Sunday Market and Padang Merdeka are located 1.5 miles and 1.6 miles from the 4-star 7 Suria respectively.
FromUS$ 39 /nightSelect
8.2
Great284 reviews
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9.8 mi from City Center
Located just a drive from Lagoon Amusement Park, the 5-star Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai Kota Kinabalu offers a swimming pool and a beach bar.
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8.4
Great253 reviews
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13.2 mi from City Center
Featuring a swimming pool and views of the garden, the deluxe 5-star Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu offers guests to enjoy international dishes.
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8.2
Great31 reviews
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1298 yd from City Center490 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
Approximately 11 miles from Sabah State Mosque, the 4-star family Sky Kota Kinabalu offers fitness classes, various recreational opportunities and entertainment activities plus a swimming pool.
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8.2
Great81 reviews
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1.7 mi from City Center1146 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the elegant 5-star Pacific Sutera Kota Kinabalu in the Downtown Kota Kinabalu district of Kota Kinabalu boasts 500 rooms.
FromUS$ 118 /nightSelect
8.4
Great378 reviews
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1329 yd from City Center463 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
Providing guests with a swimming pool together with sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool, the 4-star Sabah Oriental is located within short walking distance to IMAGO Shopping Mall.
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8.2
Great261 reviews
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978 yd from City Center126 yd from Gaya Street (Sunday Market)
The wonderful 4-star Horizon Kota Kinabalu offers you to enjoy international cuisine, the outdoor swimming pool and a central location around a 9-minute walk from Central Market.
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8.0
Great17 reviews
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2.3 mi from City Center345 yd from Suria Sabah
Located 2.7 miles from Kota Kinabalu Harbor, the 4-star eco-friendly Avangio entices guests with sauna facilities and an outdoor swimming pool.
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8.0
Great37 reviews
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2.4 mi from City Center1014 yd from North Borneo Railway
The 4-star Aru Hotel At Aru Suites with sea views lies an 8-minute stroll from Tanjung Aru Beach.
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8.2
Great156 reviews
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1546 yd from City Center849 yd from Atkinson Clock Tower
A 6-minute stroll from Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, the 4-star eco-friendly Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre offers a lounge bar together with massage therapy, various recreational opportunities and entertainment activities.
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8.2
Great28 reviews
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1.2 mi from City Center333 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
The 4-star Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels is located 0.5 miles from Kota Kinabalu International airport and within 10 minutes' walk of Marina Court bus stop.
FromUS$ 129 /nightSelect
8.6
Great24 reviews
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954 yd from City Center147 yd from Gaya Street (Sunday Market)
The Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo is located 0.5 miles from Kota Kinabalu International airport and 400 feet from Jalan Pantai bus stop.
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9.4
Perfect2 reviews
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1.1 mi from City Center128 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
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8.2
Great30 reviews
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839 yd from City Center489 yd from Oceanus Waterfront Mall
Dining at Asian restaurant with Malaysian dishes is available at the 4-star Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel, set 10 minutes by foot from Central Market.
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8.2
Great33 reviews
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2.3 mi from City Center930 yd from North Borneo Railway
Tanjung Aru Flyover is 0.9 miles from the comfortable 4-star Hin Loi and Weston Wetland Park is a 10-minute drive away.
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8.0
Great31 reviews
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6.2 mi from City Center
The 4-star Pan Borneo Hotel is placed in a tourist area of Kota Kinabalu, around 3.1 miles from Lok Kawi Wildlife Park and an 18-minute walk from Tamu Putatan.
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8.2
Great48 reviews
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707 yd from City Center531 yd from Karamunsing Capital
Located 10 minutes by foot from Warisan Square, nearly a 20-minute stroll from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, the 4-star Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, An Ihg features fitness classes and entertainment activities along with 424 rooms.
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8.2
Great20 reviews
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839 yd from City Center489 yd from Oceanus Waterfront Mall
Placed around the corner from supermarket and a mall, and 5 minutes' drive from Double Six Monument, the 4-star Acj Residence @ Beside Cititel Kota Kinabalu features a restaurant and a barber shop.
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7.2
Very good3 reviews
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2.3 mi from City Center445 yd from North Borneo Railway
While staying at the 4-star Cara Boutique you are invited to discover Gaya Street Sunday Market, set about 2.7 miles away, or Tanjung Aru Flyover, which is 0.5 miles away.
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8.4
Great10 reviews
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1175 yd from City Center167 yd from Filipino Market Sabah
Signal Hill Observatory Tower is approximately 25 minutes' stroll from the Citadines Waterfront Kk and Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is around 1.3 miles away.
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8.4
Great33 reviews
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1492 yd from City Center732 yd from Atkinson Clock Tower
The quality 4-star Grandis Hotels And Resorts Kota Kinabalu boasts an ideal setting and features a swimming pool along with views of the city.
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9.0
Perfect6 reviews
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3.3 mi from City Center
Offering easy access to Marine Ecology Research Centre a 6-minute walk away, the Gayana Marine Resort Kota Kinabalu provides elegant accommodation along with spa therapy and entertainment activities.
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8.2
Great79 reviews
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5.3 mi from City Center
Set within 4.1 miles of Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre, the rooms in the Klagan Regency 1Borneo have views of mountain.
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8.2
Great7 reviews
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1.1 mi from City Center219 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
Within 25 minutes' walk of Sabah State Mosque, the venue is placed in an business district, about 3.4 miles from the city center.
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7.2
Very good1 review
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34.0 mi from City Center
Around 15 miles from Tiga Island, the 5-star luxurious Borneo Eagle Resort Kota Kinabalu features yoga classes and massage therapy.
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1138 yd from City Center162 yd from Filipino Market Sabah
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1248 yd from City Center549 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
The Sky Suite Top Floor With Rooftop Pool & Gym has a swimming pool and lies only 400 feet from IMAGO Shopping Mall which is worth visiting.
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1259 yd from City Center563 yd from Karamunsing Capital
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1.1 mi from City Center248 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
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1475 yd from City Center336 yd from Imago Shopping Mall
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FAQs about luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu

We hope that these 13 answers to the questions about luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu will help you plan your trip.

What are the most popular luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu?

Pick the best luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu Pantai Tanjung Aru district among 5 options. We recommend Sabah Beach Villas & Suites rated 7.0/10 with concierge service, laundry and dry cleaning/laundry on site. This upscale venue offers air-conditioned, individual and welcoming rooms with a balcony, a couch and a flat-screen TV for 86US$ per night. You may also check Hilton Kota Kinabalu (rating: 7.6/10) at the cost of 51US$ per night. It provides 24-hour room service, shuttle service and concierge service on site. Check other top hotels like Pan Borneo Hotel and Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai.

What are the most popular luxury hotels in Pantai Tanjung Aru district?

We recommend Shangri-La'S Tanjung Aru rated 8.0/10 with a tennis court, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor swimming pool on site. This highly-rated place provides rooms with climate control, a balcony and ironing facilities for 238US$.

What are the top budget luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu?

Pick your perfect budget accommodation among 11 deals on Booked.net. Consider booking Promenade Hotel (rating: 7.6/10) with 24-hour room service, a laundry room and room services on site. The property also offers steam baths, a hot tub and an outdoor swimming pool. Also you may like Shangri-La'S Rasa Ria rated 8.2/10 with a spa center and an outdoor swimming pool on site. This 5-star venue also provides shuttle service, concierge service and 24-hour reception. Other suitable cheap venues are Marriott Hotel, Horizon Hotel and Shangri-La'S Tanjung Aru.

What are the most popular luxury hotels for families in Kota Kinabalu?

For travelers searching for a family hotel in Kota Kinabalu, Booked.net offers more than 25 deals. Consider booking Pan Borneo Hotel rated 7.4/10 with an outdoor swimming pool, free shuttle bus service and a gym area. It also offers 24-hour room service, shuttle service and concierge service on site. Also you may book Shangri-La'S Rasa Ria (rating: 8.2/10) with shuttle service, concierge service and 24 hour front desk assistance on site. This 5-star property is placed in Kota Kinabalu and costs 219US$ per night. Other suitable family-friendly venues include Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, The Magellan Sutera Resort and Grandis Hotels And Resorts.

What are the top beachfront luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu?

To have a luxury stay next to a beach, Booked.net offers 11 deals to pick from. We recommend Shangri-La'S Tanjung Aru (rating: 8.0/10), a reasonably priced option set in Pantai Tanjung Aru district. This venue offers elegant, luxury and modern rooms and is located 800 feet from Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort. Alternatively, check Gaya Island Resort rated 8.2/10. It's set 800 feet from the beach and features an outdoor swimming pool, concierge service and snorkeling, as well as shuttle service, concierge service and babysitting on site. You may also check Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai, Gayana Marine Resort and The Pacific Sutera.

What are the best luxury 5-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?

If you want to stay at the best 5-star accommodation, there are 9 deals to pick from. You may check Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai with rating 7.2/10. It costs 229US$ per night and offers a steam room, a Jacuzzi and sauna facilities. Alternatively, you may book Le Meridien rated 8.4/10 with a steam room, facials and a hot tub on site. Travelers can reserve an designer, non-smoking and air-conditioned room for 127US$ per night. Check other top-rated accommodations such as Shangri-La'S Rasa Ria, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and The Magellan Sutera Resort.

What are the top luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu city center?

We recommend Avangio Hotel Managed By Accor (rating: 7.4/10) at the cost of 75US$ per night. This nice 4-star option is set a 5-minute walk from the city centre and offers an outdoor swimming pool, a casino and cribs on site.

What are the best luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu with swimming pools?

According to Booked.net travel data, there are 20 deals with a pool next to Likas City Mosque with first-class service. We recommend The Magellan Sutera Resort rated 8.0/10, featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and a business center on site. It's situated 1.5 miles from Likas City Mosque. Alternatively, you may book Hilton Kota Kinabalu rated 7.6/10 for 51US$ per night. This 5-star property offers 24-hour room service, shuttle service and concierge service. Check other properties: Pan Borneo Hotel, Shangri-La'S Rasa Ria and Horizon Hotel.

What are the top boutique luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu?

According to Booked.net travel data, there are 25 deals to pick from. Gayana Eco Resort (rating: 8.0/10) is the top Kota Kinabalu property with an outdoor swimming pool, shuttle service and concierge service. Travelers can book an air-conditioned and designer room with climate control, a couch and an adjoining terrace for about 307US$ per night. One more boutique option is a 5-star Hyatt Regency Kinabalu rated 8.0/10 for 128US$ per one night.

What are the best luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu offering jacuzzi?

If you want to stay in Kota Kinabalu Pantai Tanjung Aru district, Booked.net offers 10 accommodations with jacuzzi to pick from. Shangri-La'S Tanjung Aru rated 8.0/10 is a good property with rooms at the cost of 238US$ per night. Another good option is Le Meridien (rating: 8.4/10) with a golf course, steam baths and a video projector on site. Check other venues with jacuzzi: The Pacific Sutera, The Magellan Sutera Resort and Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai.

What are the top luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu with balcony?

According to Booked.net travel data, there are 7 options to pick from. Also you may pick Shangri-La'S Rasa Ria (rating: 8.2/10) featuring air-conditioned, elegant and luxury rooms with climate control, cable channels and a balcony. It provides private and en suite bathrooms for 219US$ per night.

What are the top 5 luxury places in Kota Kinabalu?

Booked.net offers 3 options to pick from. You may check Gayana Eco Resort (rating: 8.0/10) featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and cribs on site. This venue offers air-conditioned and designer rooms for 307US$ per night. Also you may like Hyatt Regency Kinabalu providing en-suite, elegant and luxury rooms with climate control, cable channels and a dining area for 128US$ per night.

What are the most popular small hotels in Pantai Tanjung Aru district, Kota Kinabalu?

We also recommend Hin Loi Guesthouse (rating: 7.0/10) with a golf course, shopping service and 24-hour front desk on site. The venue costs 19US$ per night.

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