Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu featuring island views, a coastal town and tropical scenes
Kota Kinabalu featuring tropical scenes and a park
Kota Kinabalu showing markets, food and street scenes
Kota Kinabalu showing landscape views, tropical scenes and a bay or harbor
Kota Kinabalu featuring a city

Popular places to visit

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall

4.5/5(12 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping 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 do some window-shopping at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your trip to Pusat Bandar. Visit the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

Oceanus Waterfront Mall
Signal Hill Observatory Platform

Signal Hill Observatory Platform

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

4.5/5(8 reviews)

During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.

Imago Shopping Mall

Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal

4/5(14 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

eSIM: Airalo Malaysia Package

Airalo eSIM: Your Ultimate Malaysia Data Package

RM26
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Airalo eSIM: Your Ultimate Malaysia Data Package
Full-Day Snorkeling Adventure from Kota Kinabalu

Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu

RM293
per adult
Full-Day Guided Snorkeling Tour from Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu White Water Rafting Grade 1-2 at Kiulu River

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

RM269
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

RM407
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

RM342
per adult
Dinawan Private Island Hopping by Speedboat from Kota Kinabalu Include Lunch
Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu City Tour

RM378
per traveller
Kota Kinabalu City Tour
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Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is RM388 per night from 19 Apr to 20 Apr
RM388
RM429 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
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! (1,001 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 9 Apr 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 RM399 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
RM399
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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 28 Feb 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 RM332 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
RM332
RM369 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
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! (1,004 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 11 Apr 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 RM407 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
RM407
RM450 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
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! (563 reviews)
"I had a wonderful stay at Promenade Hotel KK and would like to especially commend their outstanding service. When my rental car broke down during my trip, the staff went above and beyond to assist me with the tapping out issue—something that could have been a real hassle without their help. I also ..."

Reviewed on 7 Apr 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 RM323 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
RM323
RM359 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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 5 Mar 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 RM424 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
RM424
RM468 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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 23 Mar 2025

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kota Kinabalu

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

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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Tanjung Aru

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

Beaches and abundant 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

When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sabah State Mosque, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Kepayan
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Alamesra

While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.

Alamesra
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Karambunai

Karambunai is popular for its pristine beaches, and you might make a stop by Nexus Golf Resort Karambunai, a top place to visit in the area.

Karambunai

Downtown Kota Kinabalu