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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$633

HK$703 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.

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

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A modern reception area with a reception desk, seating area, and a clear view of the entrance.

2. Promenade Service Apartments

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Janet

HK$140

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

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

A swimming pool with tiled edges and steps leading into the water, surrounded by a building with balconies and a sign for a sushi restaurant.

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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Eileen

HK$476

HK$581 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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

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

4. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Anonymous traveller

HK$426

HK$521 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.

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.

5. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Linda JUNE

HK$1,651

HK$1,968 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

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

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

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

6. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Paula

HK$631

HK$701 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

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.

7. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

John

HK$382

HK$469 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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

A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

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.

8. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Davide

HK$712

HK$788 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Genya

HK$406

HK$536 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.

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

A modern building with multiple floors, large windows, and a balcony area with outdoor seating.

10. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

MRS

HK$950

HK$1,046 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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.

11. Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Michelle

HK$579

HK$684 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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.

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

12. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Raul Miguel

HK$554

HK$617 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

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

13. The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Bethany

HK$1,158

HK$1,270 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 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.

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

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

A hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

14. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Scott

HK$215

HK$251 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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

A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.

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

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

15. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Savannah

HK$787

HK$869 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.

16. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Thomas

HK$539

HK$601 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

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.

Two white towels with embroidered text and decorative flowers.

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

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

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

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

18. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

HEIDI

HK$675

HK$748 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and potted plants.

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.

19. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

Kota Kinabalu

Kevin

HK$429

HK$483 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV screen displaying a hotel name.

A multi-story hotel with a rooftop bar, surrounded by a busy urban street at night.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Joshua

HK$242

HK$262 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 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

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"Beds were super comfy. Breakfast was varied and the eggs cooked fresh to your liking were fast and fab. Front desk staff were great. The Club Bar service was exceptional - as was the ambience. Rooftop bar and restaurant could improve. Convenient location - could walk to waterfront easily, Would stay again."

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."

Gayana Marine Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in the room which had a private pool. It had a very nice view. Staffs are very nice. Great food. We were the first customers enjoyed the special local produced three course meal. Fantastic!"

More cheap stays in Api-api Centre

Signature Inn

43, Jl. Pantai, Pusat Bandar Kota Kinabalu Sabah

HK$121

HK$150 total

24 Sept - 25 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (4 reviews)

Warisan Hotel

WARISAN SQUARE, 88100, Kota Kinabalu SABAH

HK$141

HK$172 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6.6/10 (11 reviews)

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$329 total

28 Sept - 29 Sept

includes taxes & fees

7.2/10 Good! (166 reviews)

Mandarin Hotel

No 136 & 138 Kota Kinabalu Sabah

HK$322

HK$367 total

24 Sept - 25 Sept

includes taxes & fees

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. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

6. Hilton 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. Horizon Hotel

12. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

13. The Magellan Sutera Resort

14. CJ Residence

15. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

16. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

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

18. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

19. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

20. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Learn more about Api-api Centre

Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

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

Gayana Marine Resort

More cheap stays in Api-api Centre

Signature Inn

Warisan Hotel

1 City Hotel

Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

KK Times Square Hotel

Mandarin Hotel

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