The 10 best beach hotels in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

The best beach hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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Homy Seafront Hostel

Homy Seafront Hostel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 3.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.4 km of North Borneo Railway.

Chadaphon

From

Canada

Everything was perfect! Generally I avoid staying at hostel due to the cleanliness issue but here everything was sparkling clean. It's even cleaner than most hotels I used to stay! Staffs (shout out to Cindy) was super friendly and helpful. I arrived at Kota Kinabalu with no plan in mind but they help me arrange the tours and suggest me what I can do. The place is very well designed & it really felt like home. Plus the ocean view is just incredible. I miss staying there already 🥹

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,249 reviews

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US$19.52

1 night, 2 adults

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Bonheur at Karambunai

Kota Kinabalu

Offering a garden and mountain view, Bonheur at Karambunai is set in Kota Kinabalu, 80 metres from Karambunai Beach and 29 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

Nadine

From

Germany

This villa is located directly at the beach with an amazing view. You have your own veranda, sun beds and a pool. Inside it is spacious, very clean and with a beautiful interior. Nathan our host was lovely, warm and welcoming. He helped us with everything we needed - be it laundry, a transportation, backbacks storage or recommendation for food or sightseeing. Thank you for this wonderful stay. We enjoyed it very much and can highly recommend it.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews

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US$220.19

1 night, 2 adults

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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

Norafiqah

From

Brunei Darussalam

excellent hotel with minimalistic, modern decor. Rooms and the whole hotel was cleverly designed with its own purpose. very neat clean looking design with good flow between the rooms ( for the suite). Hotel supports sustainability for the environment

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 954 reviews

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US$121.08

1 night, 2 adults

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AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City

Kota Kinabalu

AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, 2.8 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, as well as 5.5 km from North Borneo...

Khanh Linh

From

Netherlands

Normally I don’t rate a stay a 10/10 (I travel often), but this time AJ residence proved that they deserve the 10/10. Firstly, the communication was perfect, they responded very quickly and I felt very welcome with their messages. The room was comfortable and very clean, I mean very very clean and not a bit of dust! Amenities was great and nothing was missing. The staff was very kind and they make sure you feel home, that’s their motto. The location was great, lots of shops, eateries, malls, nightmarkets nearby. Thank you Vinah for your care!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 366 reviews

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US$41.94

1 night, 2 adults

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CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Markéta

From

Czech Republic

This place is absolutely gorgeous. Right in the centre of KK, few minutes to food and handcraft market, shops around, and few steps from the promenade with many bars and restaurants. The room is super comfy, sparkling clean, with all you need for your stay. Fresh bottle of water is provided every day. Bed is very comfortable, AC working well, towels are provided as well as bath accessories. The most important, the staff is so very kind and helpful every time, they have contacted me via WhatsApp in advance to make sure the checkin is smooth and fast. This is a place I can recommend to anyway, it exceeded my expectations in every possible way.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 555 reviews

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US$43.68

1 night, 2 adults

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AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

küng

From

Switzerland

Very professional and kind service. Very clean rooms and you have more than you need there for sleep.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 434 reviews

Price from

US$41.38

1 night, 2 adults

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JQ Premier Suites T1 L07 - KK TOWN

Kota Kinabalu

Situated 4.3 km from Likas City Mosque, 4.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 6.7 km from North Borneo Railway, JQ Premier Suites T1 L07 - KK TOWN features accommodation set in Kota...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

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US$33.74

1 night, 2 adults

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9人2房海景套房 Seaview 2bedroom 9 pax bay suite near kk town by Gc

Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu, 4.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.5 km from Likas City Mosque, 9人2房海景套房 Seaview 2bedroom 9 pax bay suite near kk town by Gc offers a private beach area and air...

Nadhira amalina

From

Malaysia

The main room so spacious, comfortable n sea view so beautiful 😍

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

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US$43.38

1 night, 2 adults

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Jesselton Quay- 2Bedrooms modern concept-free wifi & netflix

Kota Kinabalu

Boasting a garden, private pool and sea views, Jesselton Quay- 2Bedrooms modern concept-free wifi & netflix is situated in Kota Kinabalu.

Wendy

From

Malaysia

Nice house with beautiful night view. Recommended👍 My family loved them ❣️

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2

Superb - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

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US$59.53

1 night, 2 adults

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Bay Suite - Minuli

Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.5 km from Likas City Mosque, Bay Suite - Minuli offers air conditioning.

Hamzah

From

Malaysia

view from the balcony was awesome. Also cark park easy to access.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

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US$60.26

1 night, 2 adults

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