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The Borneo Suite - Group of 5 - 8 pax

Kota Kinabalu

Offering city views, The Borneo Suite - Group of 5 - 8 pax is an accommodation located in Kota Kinabalu, 10 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 5 km from North Borneo Railway.

N
Nelson
From
Macao
Spacious apartment with 3 rooms and a kids room. My daughter loves the toys at the kids room so much. All necessary kitchenwares are provided and we bought seafood at the emart and cooked. It’s good for the family with children.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 116 reviews
Price from
US$90.72
1 night, 2 adults

Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 1.7 km, Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi throughout...

P
Paige
From
Thailand
It’s very clean, comfortable and feels very homely. The staff are very attentive and respond over text message quickly. This has been one of our favourite hotels so far on our travels.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
Price from
US$74.39
1 night, 2 adults

Gee homestay

Kota Kinabalu

800 metres from Filipino Market Sabah in Kota Kinabalu, Gee homestay offers accommodation with access to a sauna, fitness room and steam room.

R
Rodanel
From
Philippines
The room is bright and very homey.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 207 reviews
Price from
US$92.83
1 night, 2 adults

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.

H
HUNGWEI
From
Taiwan
everything is perfect and wonderful, location is really good~Recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 957 reviews
Price from
US$105.29
1 night, 2 adults

JESSELTON QUAY SEA VIEW

Kota Kinabalu

Facing the seafront in Kota Kinabalu, JESSELTON QUAY SEA VIEW is a guest house, featuring a year-round outdoor pool and parking on-site.

C
Claire Frances
From
United Kingdom
The location is great. The view from the window is lovely. Great restaurants and shops downstairs and a laundrette.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews
Price from
US$50.14
1 night, 2 adults

ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel

Kota Kinabalu

Offering a bar and city view, ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.8 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

W
Wendy
From
Australia
Amenities are great. They provide exceptional service and communication is top notch, the best I have encountered. Clean, comfortable and quiet. The lightings are switch on by touch. The Grab service would drop off sort of behind. That area in the morning is not accessible because of a myr$4 charge to enter for cars. Just walk to Takaful for pick up. At night, the boom gate is open. The foot bridge (10 mins) to the Waterfront near there too. Go to Welcome Seafood by crossing the road next to Nasi Lemak Kahwin and walk through the building to the other side.Great food and service. Watson is also across that road. Great to buy bottle water, medicine and toiletries.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 480 reviews
Price from
US$37.76
1 night, 2 adults

A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

K
Kira
From
South Africa
Lovely small boutique hotel-style residence. They have 6 rooms in total, each newly renovated, clean, modern, and full of high-quality amenities (toiletries, slippers, tea etc.). Comfy bed and large rain-shower. Staff were wonderful and helpful: we booked last minute and they were able to help us immediately! Location close to good seafood restaurants and quite central.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 299 reviews
Price from
US$40.84
1 night, 2 adults

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...

M
Muhd Khoirunnazhiim
From
Brunei Darussalam
It looks sophisticated and classy
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 370 reviews
Price from
US$41.55
1 night, 2 adults

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.

P
Paul
From
Gibraltar
Very central, near everything you need, room great and the service and attentiveness from the staff excellent. They go out of their way to make your stay perfect.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 572 reviews
Price from
US$43.27
1 night, 2 adults

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.

E
Evgenios
From
Greece
The staff were very helpful and responsive and made me feel very comfortable in their property.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 453 reviews
Price from
US$40.99
1 night, 2 adults
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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

From US$43.40 per night

Diamond Inn

Kota Kinabalu
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 165 reviews

Providing free WiFi, Diamond Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$49.85 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 95 reviews

Set within 2.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel Sri Iskandar offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$28.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 646 reviews

Located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.8 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway, CAPITAL EXPRESS features accommodation with free WiFi.

From US$29.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 457 reviews

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, HotSpot @ City Centre by SSVC features views of the city. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$66.32 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews

Boasting a bar, Hotel O Five 2 is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$51.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews

Located just 550 metres from Centre Point Sabah, Hotel Kooler Inn offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

From US$25.36 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews

Walk In Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.7 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.4 km of North Borneo Railway. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$40.48 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 356 reviews

Set in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 500 metres, Signel Hostel offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

From US$25.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 378 reviews

Located within Gaya Street Sunday Market, Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV.

From US$49.47 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews

Set in Kota Kinabalu city centre, The Klagan Hotel features modern air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. The property has a restaurant and is 350 metres from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

From US$83.92 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Boasting accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a balcony, The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Sky Suites is situated in Kota Kinabalu.

From US$51.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km from North Borneo Railway, MJF HOMESTAY offers air conditioning.

From US$69.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

KK City Api Api Block 1 Above Mcd Studio Homestay 2-3 pax has a balcony and is located in Kota Kinabalu, within just 1.1 km of KK Esplanade and 1.7 km of Atkinson Clock Tower.

From US$47.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

The Shore Premier Suites by Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos is situated in Kota Kinabalu and has a rooftop pool and city views.

From US$50.34 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

Situated in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, Space Cap Hotel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

From US$19.85 per night

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

Akinabalu Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

From US$24.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared...

From US$131.51 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 400 metres, CU Boutique Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

From US$52.53 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 99 reviews

Concrete Jungle Cabin is set in Kota Kinabalu, within 4.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of Likas City Mosque.

From US$23.21 per night

Sky Hotel

Kota Kinabalu
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 521 reviews

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.

From US$40.59 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

Featuring a shared lounge, terrace, restaurant and free WiFi, Jpod Capsule Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From US$33 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

Located in Kota Kinabalu and only 4.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah, La, mer Butik Hotel provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

From US$78.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews

Hin Loi Guesthouse, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.3 km from Filipino Market Sabah, 1.7 km from North Borneo Railway, as well as 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum &...

From US$21.49 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$103.43
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 456 reviews
Staff, Location, Cleanliness, Comfort - Excellent. The staff were accommodating and responded very fast. The place was in the same building as Imago, however, you use a different lift to enter. Not a big deal because it is very near and convinient. Cleanliness of the space was very good. Everything is new and clean. Comfort - Bed was squeeky but comfortable. Food - Lots of restaurants within Imago, but the building next door also offer budget local food.
Guest review by
MEELA ADREEYANA
Group
Avg. price/night: US$81.65
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 268 reviews
love the suite/studio apartment,, very clean and new, love how the arrangement of the furniture and the quality of the furniture,, great location city centre,, felt in love with the view from the small mini balcony (sea & city view) for the affordable price room,, for sure will book this unit again,, my family love it.. tq soo much for the great facilities
Guest review by
asheken
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$40.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 170 reviews
Good location, for a budget accommodation this was ideal, staff very helpful and friendly.
Guest review by
Neil
Group
Avg. price/night: US$51.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
Very central location in the old heart of KK. Close to lots of cheapfood places, laundromat etc as well as the city’s malls etc. Much much better quality place than others we saw in similar locations for the same inexpensive price. i have stayed here a couple of times before and will again. Very good value for the money.
Guest review by
Sue
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$57.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 572 reviews
Great location. Very clean and comfortable. Cheap
Guest review by
Hannah
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$57.95
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 572 reviews
Love the location of Qlio near the Marlin at the waterfront. Markets are nearby. Great stalls selling super cheap sweets, drinks etc just at end of the street. The rooms are very clean. Personal safe in room.
Guest review by
Esther Komar
Solo traveller