Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu featuring a coastal town, island views and tropical scenes
Kota Kinabalu featuring tropical scenes and a park
Kota Kinabalu showing a small town or village, markets and food
Kota Kinabalu showing a bay or harbour, a small town or village and tropical scenes
Kota Kinabalu featuring a city

Popular places to visit

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

4/5(3 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this romantic area.

Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Oceanus Waterfront Mall

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

Oceanus Waterfront Mall
Signal Hill Observatory Platform

Signal Hill Observatory Platform

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Signal Hill Observatory Platform, a lovely green space in Kota Kinabalu. Visit the area's shops or amble around its marina.

Signal Hill Observatory Platform

Imago Shopping Mall

4/5(6 reviews)

During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can do some window-shopping at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Imago Shopping Mall

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

3.5/5(5 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Pusat Bandar with a trip to Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in the area.

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

Things to do

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CA $8
per traveller
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Airalo eSIM: Your Ultimate Malaysia Data Package
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

CA $95
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
ATV Adventure

ATV Adventure Ride Park Kampung Kemensah from Kuala Lumpur

CA $193
per adult
ATV Adventure Ride Park Kampung Kemensah from Kuala Lumpur
Kota Kinabalu White Water Rafting Grade 1-2 at Kiulu River

Kota Kinabalu White Water Rafting Grade 1-2 at Kiulu River

CA $87
per adult
Kota Kinabalu White Water Rafting Grade 1-2 at Kiulu River
Kota Kinabalu : Unlimited Water Sports Sea Water World

Kota Kinabalu : Unlimited Water Sports Sea Water World

CA $132
per adult
Kota Kinabalu : Unlimited Water Sports Sea Water World
Dinawan Private Island Hopping by Speedboat from Kota Kinabalu Include Lunch

Dinawan Private Island Hopping by Speedboat from Kota Kinabalu Include Lunch

CA $111
per adult
Dinawan Private Island Hopping by Speedboat from Kota Kinabalu Include Lunch
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Downtown Kota Kinabalu Hotel Deals

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $123 per night from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18
CA $123
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"The reception and restaurant staff were very friendly and helpful. Specially Ms Anna Wong from the restaurant. She is always smiling and goes around to ask the guests they are ok. The room we stayed is very clean and spacious and we enjoyed our stay very much . The only setback the hotel is that ..."

Reviewed on Apr. 9, 2025

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5 out of 5
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $129 per night from Apr. 25 to Apr. 26
CA $129
CA $142 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 25 - Apr 26
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (586 reviews)
"Excellent five star hotel."

Reviewed on Feb. 28, 2025

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $105 per night from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18
CA $105
CA $116 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Staff more than accommodating to halo allow us to enjoy our stay. Some wear and tear in the room and the AC in our room was a touch temperamental. Bed comfy, room large and quiet, reception friendly and helpful. Good central location. Pool was lovely after a days adventuring"

Reviewed on Apr. 11, 2025

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4 out of 5
No 4, Lorong Api-Api 3, Api-Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $85 per night from Apr. 17 to Apr. 18
CA $85
CA $95 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 17 - Apr 18
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
7.8/10 Good! (565 reviews)
Value for money for a comfortable stay.
"Promenade Hotel is situated opposite the Waterfront and within walking distance from shopping centres and malls."

Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2025

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is CA $110 per night from Apr. 23 to Apr. 24
CA $110
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 23 - Apr 24
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (941 reviews)
"Great location, great service and great food"

Reviewed on Mar. 5, 2025

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN, Kota Kinabalu
The price is CA $142 per night from Apr. 20 to Apr. 21
CA $142
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 20 - Apr 21
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (180 reviews)
"Love all except the service that we need connecting room but they don’t fulfill it😂"

Reviewed on Mar. 23, 2025

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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.

Kampung Air
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(3 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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Kepayan

Kepayan might not have many top sights, but Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah State Mosque are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Kepayan
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Alamesra

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Alamesra and surrounding area, you can visit 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Alamesra
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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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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