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23 Oct - 25 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov

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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 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.

1. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Kip
HK$657
HK$729 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.
A beachside bar with outdoor seating, palm trees, and string lights.
A beach scene with a table and chairs, a fire, and a sunset.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.

2. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
United Kingdom
Eleanor
HK$942
HK$1,037 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
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 high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

3. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
HK$711
HK$787 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
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 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.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
United States
Linda JUNE
HK$1,426
HK$1,702 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
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.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

5. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
MRS
HK$769
HK$850 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and a view of the kitchen.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a busy street.
A modern interior with a curved seating arrangement, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.

6. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Mark
HK$863
HK$951 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
An open-plan lounge area with wooden flooring and seating, overlooking a body of water and greenery.
A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.

7. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
HK$1,782
HK$1,943 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Gayana Marine Resort
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 spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

8. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Savannah
HK$786
HK$868 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
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 hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.
A modern interior with three arched windows, leather seating, and a central table.

9. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Australia
Michaela
HK$631
HK$700 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.
A beach with lounge chairs facing the ocean, palm trees, and distant islands.
An aerial view of a resort with a marina, golf course, and hotel buildings.
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the ocean and mountains.

10. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United Kingdom
Antonette
HK$650
HK$721 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a bench, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.
A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.

11. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
Australia
Nikko
HK$2,275
HK$2,553 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.

12. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
United States
Bethany
HK$1,157
HK$1,269 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.
A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.
A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the mountains, a ceiling fan, and a television.

13. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
United States
Eric
HK$2,076
HK$3,419 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Gaya Island Resort
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Kota Kinabalu and related destinations

Climb Signal Hill at dawn for panoramic views of the city skyline and islands dotting the South China Sea. Seafood lovers shouldn't miss the night market at the waterfront, while adventure seekers can take day trips to Mount Kinabalu in the nearby national park.

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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"Great staff and lovely breakfast"
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Posted 6 hours ago
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Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
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10/10 Excellent
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Posted 4 months ago
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