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Top Kota Kinabalu 4 Star hotels

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
One Place Mall, Lorong Putat 3 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$34 nightly
The price is $40 total per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
$40 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a gym, and a restaurant. Families will appreciate the children's pool and onsite laundry facilities. Relax with a drink ...
8/10 Very Good! (187 reviews)
Buffet breakfast disappointing (no eggs!) but lunch and dinner ala carte menu are good and reasonably priced. There are few restaurants within walking distance so it is good that hotel restaurant is okay. Major frustration with room safe. It was rusted and unused. They replaced it but the second ...

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

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Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

4 out of 5
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$69 nightly
The price is $78 total per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
$78 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (902 reviews)
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Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

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The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
No. 1 Jalan Tangki Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$72 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
$81 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. ...
7.8/10 Good! (332 reviews)
Room is very noisy Everything else was great Amazing breakfast and amazing staff

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

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Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

4 out of 5
41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$54 nightly
The price is $61 total per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
$61 total
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel includes 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Relax ...
8/10 Very Good! (710 reviews)
Rooms nice size, great location. Staff friendly and attentive when required.

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

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Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
Inanam Mall, Jalan Nounton, Inanam Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$48 nightly
The price is $55 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$55 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant are all featured at this hotel. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and ...
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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Fully refundable
$55 nightly
The price is $62 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$62 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, a 24-hour gym, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (224 reviews)
Why We were charged an extra $98 fir extra guest? We had ONE room for the two of us. Never before have we been charged almost $100 for ‘extra guest’

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

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Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
No 4, Lorong Api-Api 3 Kota Kinabalu Sabah
This smoke-free hotel includes 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi ...
8/10 Very Good! (600 reviews)
Room clean, but a bit dated. View of the sea was amazing.

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026

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Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4 out of 5
G-08 JALAN TUN FUAD STEPHENS Kota Kinabalu
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$75 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$84 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
This aparthotel features an outdoor pool and a gym. Business travelers can take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas. Self parking and a safe deposit box ...
9/10 Wonderful! (59 reviews)
Room was clean with a nice view of bay, great swimming pool overlooking bay. Great location right next to waterfront, market, shopping mall. Staff where all friendly during interaction. Can recommend staying here. Only small negative is the air conditioner was not great. But otherwise great stay, ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

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Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

4 out of 5
Off Jalan Sepangar Bay Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$85 nightly
The price is $94 total per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
$94 total
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Dine at the beachfront restaurant and relax with beach umbrellas. Bring ...
7.8/10 Good! (785 reviews)
The location & activities in the resort were exceptional. The staff were outstanding as well.

Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026

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The Aru by Ayuhouz

The Aru by Ayuhouz

4 out of 5
Aru Suites, Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu Sabah
$49 nightly
The price is $55 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$55 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel includes 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and onsite conference ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
Excellent stay! Clean, comfortable room, very friendly and helpful staff, and a great location. Everything was perfect – highly recommended, would definitely stay here again!

Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

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4 Star Hotels Kota Kinabalu

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The best part about staying in Kota Kinabalu 4 star hotels is that you’ll often be close to all the local sights and attractions. Whether you’re visiting the area for the first time or you’re back in town for more fun, a 4 star hotel is going to put you right in the heart of all the action.

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