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A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.

A hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A buffet with various dishes and decorative lighting.

1. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Shih Chung

HK$634

HK$704 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a "No Smoking" sign, and a window with curtains.

The facade of Masanang Tours & Travel SDN BHD with a red door and potted plants.

A kitchen with a black induction cooktop and a tiled backsplash.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a glass shower, and a small sitting area.

2. Promenade Service Apartments

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Janet

HK$139

HK$170 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a television on a wooden cabinet.

A hotel room with a large bed, a window with a view, a bedside table, and a headboard.

A spacious living area with a curved staircase, a large gray sofa, a coffee table, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel with a unique wave-patterned facade, a view of a busy street, and a body of water in the background.

3. 1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Eileen

HK$534

HK$650 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A multi-story hotel with a large billboard, a busy street with cars, and a view of the sea.

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a flat-screen TV.

A high-rise building with a swimming pool, surrounded by palm trees and a busy street.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.

4. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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HK$425

HK$520 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.

A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.

5. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Michaela

HK$630

HK$699 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.

A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

6. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Linda JUNE

HK$1,099

HK$1,317 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.

A window with sheer curtains, a view of a body of water, and a distant hill.

A hotel lobby with a red carpet, potted plants, and a glass storefront.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several receptionists, and a large potted plant.

7. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

John

HK$381

HK$468 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.

8. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Davide

HK$710

HK$786 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.

9. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Genya

HK$406

HK$536 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.

A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.

10. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

MRS

HK$936

HK$1,030 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.

A coffee shop with a sign that reads "FLOW COFFEE". Inside, there are tables and chairs arranged for customers.

A modern hotel room with two beds, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a seating area with a chair and a table.

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a round wooden table with a spherical lamp, and a potted plant.

11. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Raul Miguel

HK$550

HK$614 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

Two pairs of grey socks in plastic packaging on a tan leather surface.

A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.

A street with buildings, cars, and a sign for a health care laboratory.

12. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Scott

HK$215

HK$251 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

An aerial view of a golf course with a large hotel, water bodies, and lush greenery.

A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.

13. The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Bethany

HK$1,155

HK$1,267 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.

14. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

HEIDI

HK$674

HK$747 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "MANDARIN HOTEL".

A hotel room with a bed, wooden wardrobe, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a toilet, and a sink with a towel rack above.

A modern office space with a reception desk, computers, and a glass partition.

15. Mandarin Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Tamara

HK$359

HK$407 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

16. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Savannah

HK$785

HK$867 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.

17. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Zhen

HK$215

HK$251 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, a grand piano, and a large chandelier.

A spacious living area with a grand piano, leather sofas, and a chandelier.

A modern hotel room with dark wood paneling, a glass coffee table, a leather armchair, a small side table with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

A hotel with a pool, multiple floors, and outdoor seating.

18. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Farzad

HK$457

HK$558 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a bathtub, a large window with a view, and a wooden interior.

A swimming pool with metal railings, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.

A view from a window with a glass of red wine and a magazine on a cushioned seat.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top and multiple floors with illuminated windows.

19. Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Michelle

HK$509

HK$601 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel building with a prominent sign reading "DREAMTEL DREAVITA."

A buffet setup with multiple food stations, including fruits and covered dishes.

A modern hotel lobby with a polished marble floor, recessed lighting, and a reception area in the background.

20. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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HK$195

HK$250 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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A coastal cityscape with a mix of modern and traditional buildings, a dense urban area, and a large body of water with boats.

Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Try not get be placed on low floors... love the big room but its way too close to ground floor pool people can see ur room"

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff good location"

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Great locations and tidy facilities"

Hotel Capital

10/10 Excellent

"I LOVE TO STAY WITH THIS HOTEL. VERY CONVENIENCE. NEAR TO TAMU GAYA WHICH ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE TO GO THERE. SURROUNDING WITH NEAR SUPERMARKET AND MALL. . EVERY TIME TO KK, WE WILL STAY TO THIS HOTEL. 5 STAR TO STAY HERE"

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"위치적으로 매우 훌륭합니다. 가야스트릿과 DBKK선착장까지의 접근성이 좋고 주변에 식사가기도 좋고 관광지와의 거리도 매우 좋습니다."

More cheap stays in Api-api Centre

Signature Inn

43, Jl. Pantai, Pusat Bandar Kota Kinabalu Sabah

HK$121

HK$150 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (4 reviews)

Warisan Hotel

WARISAN SQUARE, 88100, Kota Kinabalu SABAH

HK$141

HK$171 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6.6/10 (11 reviews)

Borneo Suites Hotel

LOT 36, TAMAN FRASER Kota Kinabalu Sabah

HK$142

HK$173 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

includes taxes & fees

1 City Hotel

Lot 1, Block B, Ground Floor Kota Kinabalu Sabah

HK$150

HK$196 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (38 reviews)

Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

kota kinabalu times square Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu

HK$280

HK$322 total

7 Oct - 8 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (3 reviews)

KK Times Square Hotel

C-16-G, Signature Office Kota Kinabalu Sabah

HK$286

HK$328 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (166 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Api-api Centre?

Based on our traveller data, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel is a short 9-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall, and it offers 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Promenade Service Apartments is another good option for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Api-api Centre.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Api-api Centre has to offer?

Hotel O Green Leaf Guest Lodge Kk: This holiday home rental outside of Api-api Centre has air conditioning and a TV to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. See all vacation rentals in Api-api Centre.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Api-api Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Api-api Centre.

What are some accommodation options with pools in Api-api Centre?

Tang Dynasty Hotel is a top hotel with a children's pool, an outdoor pool and LED TVs. View all hotels with pools in Api-api Centre.

What's it like to stay in Api-api Centre?

Budget-minded travellers will find good deals in Api-api Centre, and many visitors will definitely appreciate the shopping, restaurants and seaside. Tourists can also enjoy the city's cafés, bars and local tours. In Api-api Centre, there are 25 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Api-api Centre.

What is there to see in Api-api Centre?

Places to visit in the wider area include Centre Point, Imago Shopping Mall and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. You'll also find KK Plaza and Gaya Street Sunday Market in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Api-api Centre guide.

What's the weather like in Api-api Centre?

The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Api-api Centre are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 254 mm of rainfall.

Api-api Centre hotels from HK$150

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Our top choices for Api-api Centre hotels

1. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

2. Promenade Service Apartments

3. 1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

4. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

5. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

6. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

7. The Klagan Hotel

8. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

9. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

11. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

12. CJ Residence

13. The Magellan Sutera Resort

14. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

15. Mandarin Hotel

16. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

17. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

18. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

19. Horizon Hotel

20. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Learn more about Api-api Centre

Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Capital

Grandis Hotel

More cheap stays in Api-api Centre

Signature Inn

Warisan Hotel

Borneo Suites Hotel

1 City Hotel

Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

KK Times Square Hotel

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