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Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

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Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

4.5/5(90 area reviews)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Oceanus Waterfront Mall and Centre Point.

Downtown Kota Kinabalu
The sunset here is always mesmerizing never disappointing. Tanjung Aru is divided into 3 beaches. The first beach is the most popular with locals and tourists. Bring some food or get some local food there and enjoy your meals as the sun displays her colours. It’s about 20  mins drive from the city.

Tanjung Aru

3.5/5(10 area reviews)

Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.

Tanjung Aru
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Karambunai

Visitors highly recommend Karambunai for its beaches, and you can make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai while you're in town.

Karambunai
Kota Kinabalu showing a coastal town, tropical scenes and island images

Kampung Air

Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.

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Melabau

5/5(1 area review)

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Melabau and surrounding area, you can visit Taman Jubli Perak Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah and Royal Regalia Museum.

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Batu Niah

While Batu Niah might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Niah National Park and Niah Caves.

Batu Niah
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is $145 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$145
$180 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"clogged sink in my room at the Kinabalu View wing"

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is $73 per night from May 23 to May 24
$73
$81 total
includes taxes & fees
May 23 - May 24
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I believe this hotel is nearly perfect. If I may offer a suggestion, perhaps the parking lot could be enhanced to reflect a more artistic flair."

Reviewed on May 14, 2024

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN, Kota Kinabalu
The price is $118 per night from May 25 to May 26
$118
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (123 reviews)
"Good location with shopping Centre and dining around the premises."

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2024

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Citadines Uplands Kuching
Citadines Uplands Kuching
4 out of 5
No. 55 Jalan Simpang Tiga, Kuching, Sarawak
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Kuching. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Vivacity Megamall ...
8/10 Very Good! (438 reviews)
"a bit rundown for the price is charges"

Reviewed on May 16, 2024

Citadines Uplands Kuching
The Shore by Homesuite'
The Shore by Homesuite'
3 out of 5
Jln Lapan Belas, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star condo in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and Netflix. Popular attractions Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Jesselton Point ...
The Shore by Homesuite'
Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos at Infinity Avenue
Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos at Infinity Avenue
3 out of 5
Sutera Avenue Residences, Tower 2, Block B, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Imago Shopping Mall ...
7.8/10 Good! (55 reviews)
Disappointing stay, scruffy apartment, location ok
"We were quite disappointed with our stay. We arrived and only after contacting the property via phone, being asked to send a whatsapp message and sending proof of identity, were we given check in instructions and help actually finding the entrance to the property. Taxis will drop you outside an appartment/shop ..."

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2023

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos at Infinity Avenue
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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