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Top Kota Kinabalu 5 Stars Hotels

Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (195)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is HK$804
HK$887 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Love the buffet breakfast, so much to choose from. Pools are great, close to other dining. This is our second visit and we will definitely be back again"
Australia
Lisa
The price is HK$922
HK$1,021 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Staff is very professional and hotel location is excellent."
Singapore
Kee Huat
The price is HK$597
HK$664 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
2 bars/lounges, lobby lounge
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"great hospitality "
Malaysia
SITIE ASHYURRAH
The price is HK$1,498
HK$1,787 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great hotel. "
United States
Zachary
The price is HK$1,021
HK$1,122 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Customer service was great, hotel location is really close to everything,room condition was Ok but it’s very clean。"
Australia
Jason
The price is HK$738
HK$816 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (599)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
Taiwan
SHU-WEI
The price is HK$757
HK$836 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels "
Canada
Susan
The price is HK$635
HK$711 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (974)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is HK$643
HK$713 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, body treatments, aromatherapy
Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (505)
"Everything was amazing!!"
Japan
MOE
The price is HK$1,985
HK$2,184 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Gayana Marine Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (448)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
Gaya Island Resort
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (181)
"Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is HK$1,970
HK$2,244 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
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Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

One Place Mall, Lorong Putat 3 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
The price is HK$232 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
HK$232
HK$272 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (177 reviews)
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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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Top Kota Kinabalu Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Customer service was great, hotel location is really close to everything,room condition was Ok but it’s very clean。"
Jason 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

What are the best 5-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
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How much does it cost to stay in a 5-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu?
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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Kota Kinabalu?
In Kota Kinabalu, a hotel needs to offer a specific level of high-end conveniences to be designated 5 stars. These may include on-site gyms, saunas and spas, gourmet restaurants, complimentary luxury toiletries, premium bedding and more. What also sets 5-star hotels apart is their extraordinary standard of service. You'll enjoy things like concierge services, nightly turn-down services and in-room massage. Some may even offer special touches such as welcome gifts.

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