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Top Kota Kinabalu Kid Friendly Hotels

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Pantai Dalit Tuaran Sabah

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$153 nightly

$167 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

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This resort features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Enjoy beachfront dining and relax with free beach cabanas and sun loungers. Enjoy ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

We had an excellent stay at the Shangrila Rada Ria hotel. The resort is extensive, offering plenty of activities. We particularly enjoyed the spa, the reserve, the pool, horse riding, and the diverse range of restaurants, including Italian, Japanese, and Malaysian options. The staff were exceptionally ...

Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

No. 20, Jalan Aru Kota Kinabalu Sabah

$253 nightly

$274 total

Jan 21 - Jan 22

Total with taxes and fees

This luxury resort features a private beach, free water park access, and a full-service spa. Spend a day at the beach snorkeling, or relax with sun loungers ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, free waterpark access, kids club, playground

Travelers say...

Fantastic view, warm welcome from staffs, clean room condition

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026

Grandis Hotel

Suria Sabah Shopping Mall Kota Kinabalu Sabah

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$81 nightly

$90 total

Jan 21 - Jan 22

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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, ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (895 reviews)

Spacious rooms and great location. Starting to show it’s age though.

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

The Magellan Sutera Resort

1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah

$149 nightly

$164 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

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This smoke-free resort features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Take the beach shuttle and relax with sun loungers and beach umbrellas. ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, waterslide, playground, game room

Travelers say...

Everything good and tidy

Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard Kota Kinabalu Sabah

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$101 nightly

$112 total

Feb 12 - Feb 13

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This luxury resort features a private beach, a golf course, and a full-service spa. Bring the family and enjoy the children's club, children's pool, and waterslide. ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, waterslide, kids club, playground

Travelers say...

Very friendly staff Cleaning room every day with fresh towels

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

Borneo Beach Villa & Suite

Precinct Dillenia Kota Kinabalu Sabah

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$54 nightly

$57 total

Feb 2 - Feb 3

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This hotel features a private beach, a terrace, and a garden. Enjoy the 2 outdoor pools and get free self parking. Luggage storage, concierge services, and free ...

7.8/10 Good! (353 reviews)

It’s was ok but needs some upkeep.

Not bad not great. The place needs some upkeep, but they trying. You can tell at one time this was a very nice place, but that was a time ago. The beach is nice and the AC worked for the most part. There is limited dining close by. And we did see a couple cockroaches in the place. One was huge. For ...

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

Ming Garden Hotel and Residences

Lorong Ming Garden, Jalan Coastal Kota Kinabalu Sabah

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. ...

7.4/10 Good! (782 reviews)

The Ming Garden is located very near many things. The staff were friendly and helpful. The value for the money spent was excellent.

Reviewed on Mar 7, 2025

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Borneo Vista Suites Hotel

K.K. Suites Kota Kinabalu Sabah

This aparthotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas and airport ...

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Reviewed on Dec 8, 2018

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Top Kid-Friendly Hotels in Kota Kinabalu where Kids Stay FREE

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

No. 20, Jalan Aru Kota Kinabalu Sabah

$253 nightly

$274 total

Jan 21 - Jan 22

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

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Hotels With Pools in Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Pantai Dalit Tuaran Sabah

$153 nightly

$167 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

Hotels with Childcare in Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

No. 20, Jalan Aru Kota Kinabalu Sabah

$253 nightly

$274 total

Jan 21 - Jan 22

Total with taxes and fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Kota Kinabalu Kid-Friendly Hotels

It’s not a family vacation if you can’t bring the entire clan with you, is it? Next time you have a few days off from work, plan a family-friendly getaway. Set off on an adventure the entire family will love, and book your stay at one of the kid-friendly hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

Your little ones are the most important thing in your life, so make sure they enjoy your accommodation as much as you do. From a kids-only room service menu (macaroni and cheese, anyone?) to special perks like in-room video game consoles, these lodgings provide a little something extra for the smaller members of your crew. The best family-friendly hotels in Kota Kinabalu may even offer playgrounds and other activities to keep the kiddos busy. What’s more, some hotels provide a babysitting service so you can get a few hours to yourself!

Whether you’re traveling with one small child or hauling around your entire extended family, Travelocity is here to help. Let us hook you up with hotels for kids in Kota Kinabalu that will keep your youngsters happy without breaking the bank. You can save even more when you bundle your flight and hotel together, so what are you waiting for? Grab your family and get ready to explore!