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Here is a quick list of hotels in Kota Kinabalu, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Seaview Capsule Hotel |
7.1 / 10 (199 Reviews) |
From 11$ | |
| The Jesselton Hotel |
8.4 / 10 (288 Reviews) |
From 56$ | |
| Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai |
7.4 / 10 (85 Reviews) |
From 105$ | |
| Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu |
8.5 / 10 (1802 Reviews) |
From 164$ | |
| Howard Johnson By Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre, Formerly Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu |
7.9 / 10 (1202 Reviews) |
From 29$ |
There are many reasons why you should consider booking a hotel with a view when travelling to Kota Kinabalu. The first reason is because of the natural beauty of the city. Kota Kinabalu is located on the coast of Borneo and is surrounded by mountains and rain forests. This makes for a spectacular backdrop to any hotel room.
The second reason is that Kota Kinabalu is a busy city with a lot to see and do. If you are looking for a relaxing view to take in after a day of exploring, a hotel with a view is a great option.
The third reason is that Kota Kinabalu is home to some of the best beaches in Malaysia. If you are looking for some sand and surf during your holiday, the beaches in Kota Kinabalu are a great option.
The fourth reason is that hotels with a view usually come at a higher price tag. If you are looking to splurge on your holiday, a hotel with a view is a great way to do it.
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Offering a currency exchange and a cash machine, the 2-star Seaview Capsule Hotel Kota Kinabalu is set within 5 minutes' walk of KK Esplanade. This Kota Kinabalu hotel also provides car rentals to explore the area.
The property is located within a 5-minute stroll of Warisan Square, only a short stroll away from Central Market. Shopping tourists will enjoy proximity to the shopping mall "Centre Point" (400 metres) and Gaya Street Sunday Market (2.5 km). The hotel is situated at a 2.5 km distance from Atkinson Clock Tower, while West bus station lies approximately a 10-minute walk away. North Borneo train station is at a 4.9 km distance from Seaview Capsule Hotel and Kota Kinabalu International airport is a 10-minute drive away.
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The Jesselton Hotel
From 56$
Nestled in the popular district of Kota Kinabalu, The Jesselton Hotel is within 10 minutes' drive of such cultural places of interest as Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. Just walking distance from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront, this 3-star hotel with 32 rooms features a lift and complimentary newspapers.
City Park is located nearly a 5-minute walk away, while Sabah State Mosque is about 18 minutes on foot from the accommodation. From Jesselton it will take around 18 minutes to walk to Central Wet Market. Such entertainment attractions as The B.E.D. Waterfront Club are also around 20 minutes' walk away. Courtesey Shuttle for Sutera Harbour bus stop is approximately a 5-minute walk from The Jesselton Hotel and within 6 km of is enough to get to North Borneo train station.
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The perfect Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai accommodates guests in a beach area of Kota Kinabalu and sits 5 minutes' walk from Karambunai Peninsula. Set within 3.5 km of Pulau Udar Kecil, this 5-star luxurious resort provides panoramic views of the ocean along with 485 rooms.
Placed nearly a 15-minute drive from Sepanggar Tunnel, the luxury property is also located about a 70-minute ride from North Borneo railway station. The comfortable Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai Kota Kinabalu is a few minutes drive from Lagoon Amusement Park. The accommodation offers a spectacular location 35 km away from Kota Kinabalu International airport.
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Placed within 10 minutes' drive of B.E.D (Best Entertainment Destination, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu offers a business centre with a range of business amenities. The 5-star resort has an Asian restaurant serving Asian cuisine and is situated within an easy walking distance to Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort.
The property is placed in the Pantai Tanjung Aru district, a 10-minute drive from Tunku Abdul Rahman Park and a 10-minute ride from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. Natural attractions in the area include City Park, 10 minutes by car from the Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, and a beach is only 0.8 km away. The accommodation stands around a 10-minute drive from the contemporary Sabah State Mosque, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is a 10-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu International airport, and at a 3.9 km distance from North Borneo train station.
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Howard Johnson By Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre, Formerly Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
From 29$
The 3-star Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu lies within 14 minutes' stroll of Central Wet Market, and features a restaurant and a lobby area. The affordable hotel also provides Wi-Fi available in the rooms.
Located in the business district of Kota Kinabalu, the accommodation is set not too far from City Park. Around 9 minutes' walk from the hotel, business travellers will find Atkinson Clock Tower. This comfortable property is situated within short walking distance to Oceanus Waterfront Mall, and Minivan to Ranau & Kinabalu NP bus station lies only 10 minutes' walk away. Due to a location near a train station, Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu gives quick access to other parts of Kota Kinabalu.
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu
| Airport nearby 🛬 | Kota Kinabalu International |
| Rating 🏅 | 37 |
| Kota Kinabalu Hotels 🛎️ | 449 |
| Nearby Cities 🌇 | Sabah, Kampong Sembulan, Kampong Nasob |
| Min Price 💸 | 6$ |
| Best Price Hotel 🤑 | Seaview Capsule Hotel |
| Hotel with balcony 🌤️ | The Jesselton Hotel |
| Most comfortable Hotel 🛏️ | Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai |
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The 3-star Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu Hotel features 53 rooms and lies 13 minutes' stroll from Central Wet Market. The perfect hotel boasts views of the sea and offers Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The property is placed just walking distance from a financial district, right by B.E.D (Best Entertainment Destination. This Kota Kinabalu hotel is also a 10-minute drive from such natural sights as City Park. Banks are within walking distance of the perfect accommodation, and Warisan Square is approximately a 13-minute walk away. The nearby cultural attractions include Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, which is within 5 minutes' drive of Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu Hotel. The property is at a 4.2 km distance from North Borneo train station, while Kota Kinabalu International airport is 10 minutes' drive away.