Best Api-api Centre Hotels in 2026 from HK$150 - Fully Refundable Options

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

A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a reception desk.

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.

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.

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

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

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

2. Promenade Service Apartments

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Janet

HK$140

HK$170 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

A playground with swings and a red metal frame, surrounded by a paved area with a low fence.

3. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Anonymous traveller

HK$426

HK$522 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

4. 1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Eileen

HK$476

HK$581 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 with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

5. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Michaela

HK$632

HK$701 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

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

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

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.

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

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

7. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

John

HK$319

HK$377 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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.

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

8. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Davide

HK$712

HK$789 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 modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

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 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.

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

10. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

MRS

HK$951

HK$1,046 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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 spacious gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clean, modern design.

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

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

A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

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

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

12. The Magellan Sutera Resort

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Bethany

HK$1,159

HK$1,271 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.

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

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

13. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Scott

HK$215

HK$251 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 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.

14. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Savannah

HK$787

HK$870 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 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 hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top and multiple floors with illuminated windows.

A conference room with a wooden table, black chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

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

15. Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Michelle

HK$509

HK$601 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 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 spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

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.

16. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

HEIDI

HK$676

HK$749 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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.

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 multi-story hotel with a prominent sign for 'HOTEL SIXTY-3'.

A modern elevator area with a wooden panel wall, a digital information display, and a trash bin.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a vase with flowers on the table.

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a television screen, and a modern ceiling design.

18. Hotel Sixty3

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

David Wong Weng

HK$473

HK$549 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a unique sink, and a large window offering a city view.

A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a road and greenery.

A hallway with a wooden door, a mirror, and a chandelier.

19. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Heidi

HK$505

HK$564 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

20. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Thomas

HK$539

HK$601 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 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

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"We throughly enjoyed our stay at the Shangri la. The hotel is beautiful and the food was amazing. I wish I had asked for the receipe for some of the breakfast dishes!! Staff were very pleasent and always willing to help. Thank you Mariana for cleaning our room and leaving a lovely birthday message for my friend."

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"

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$172 total

30 Sept - 1 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6.6/10 (11 reviews)

Borneo Suites Hotel

LOT 36, TAMAN FRASER Kota Kinabalu Sabah

HK$143

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

29 Sept - 30 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$267

HK$308 total

28 Oct - 29 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (3 reviews)

KK Times Square Hotel

C-16-G, Signature Office Kota Kinabalu Sabah

HK$287

HK$329 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. Marina Travellers Suite Marina Court

4. 1st Choice Vacation Apartments at Marina Court Resort Resort

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. The Magellan Sutera Resort

13. CJ Residence

14. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

15. Horizon Hotel

16. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

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

18. Hotel Sixty3

19. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

20. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Learn more about Api-api Centre

Top Api-api Centre Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

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

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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