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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.

Kampung Air
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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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Alamesra

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

Alamesra
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is $68 per night from May 28 to May 29
$68
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
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)
"Great buffet!"

Reviewed on May 1, 2024

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
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 $153 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
$153
$187 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
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! (1,000 reviews)
Thanks!
"I had a good rest during my trip. Thank you for the good service."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
NO. 18 JALAN HAJI SAMAN, Kota Kinabalu
The price is $112 per night from May 25 to May 26
$112
$124 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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (120 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (433 reviews)
"Good location. Staff is friendly. Just hope the room is cleaner"

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

Citadines Uplands Kuching
MetroCity Staycation
MetroCity Staycation
3.5 out of 5
Metrocity Commercial Presint, Q309, Kuching, Sarawak
Stay at this apartment in Kuching. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and slippers. Popular attractions Kuching Waterfront and Vivacity Megamall are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Poor condition
"The apartment is located in the Malay community, hard to locate Chinese food. The apartment’s amenities are not really well maintained. Loose taps, lack of places for hanging clothes, broken hanging rack below morris in center room, master bedroom has some moist smell)"

Reviewed on Sep 12, 2023

MetroCity Staycation
 Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3 out of 5
Jalan Sabah Rail, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Stay at this 3-star spa apartment in Kota Kinabalu. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Imago Shopping ...
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
Best Stay
"Overall really good"

Reviewed on Sep 13, 2020

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
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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