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Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

0.77 km from city centre

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

kr 150

a night

ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel

1.10 km from city centre

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

kr 327

a night

Sabah Oriental Hotel

1.69 km from city centre

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

kr 395

a night

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Kinabalu 6ty3 Homestay

0.44 km from city centre

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

kr 531

a night

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

6.43 km from city centre

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

kr 286

a night

Kota Kinabalu City Ensuite at Scsp Ming Garden

1.87 km from city centre

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

kr 422

a night

EzraAvenue Homesuites - Near Imago Mall Kota Kinabalu City

1.91 km from city centre

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

kr 395

a night

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

2.11 km from city centre

Lowest price we found for this hotel

From

kr 695

a night

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Hotels in Kota Kinabalu rated best by other travellers

Rated by travellers as the best in the city, these stays are all full marks for cleanliness, customer service and location.

Signel Hostel

0.75 km from city centre

177 kr

Per night

Seaview Jesselton Quay Near Suria Sabah, Gaya Street

0.82 km from city centre

1 295 kr

Per night

Stanton Hotel

2.09 km from city centre

395 kr

Per night

Signel Hostel

0.75 km from city centre

177 kr

Per night

Seaview Jesselton Quay Near Suria Sabah, Gaya Street

0.82 km from city centre

1 295 kr

Per night

Stanton Hotel

2.09 km from city centre

395 kr

Per night

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Highest rated hotel	A Residence – 5.0
Cheapest month to book	November
Average 4 star hotel price	804 kr per night
Average 5 star hotel price	2 223 kr per night

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Finding cheap hotels in Kota Kinabalu: FAQs

What’s the weather like in Kota Kinabalu?

In Kota Kinabalu, the expected average temperature in July is 26°C. The warmest month is typically May, which averages 28°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging 23°C. The rainiest month is October, and the driest month is March.

Can I cancel or amend my hotel reservation last minute if I need to?

You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Kota Kinabalu with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.

Can I get a last-minute Kota Kinabalu hotel deal?

Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is 68 kr per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for 95 kr per night.

Is it more expensive to stay in Kota Kinabalu hotels on weekends?

The average price of a hotel during the week is 708 kr per night, and the average price on weekends is 720 kr. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Kota Kinabalu could be Wednesday.

What airports are the closest to the centre of Kota Kinabalu?

The nearest airport to Kota Kinabalu is Kota Kinabalu Airport (BKI), which is 5.8km from the city centre.

What day is cheapest to stay in hotels in Kota Kinabalu?

We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Wednesday is the cheapest day to stay in Kota Kinabalu. And the most expensive day seems to be Friday

How much do 3-star hotels cost in Kota Kinabalu?

The average price of a 3-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu is currently around 531 kr per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is 81 kr per night.

How much do 4-star hotels cost in Kota Kinabalu?

The average price of a 4-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu is currently around 763 kr per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is 272 kr per night.

How much do 5-star luxury hotels cost in Kota Kinabalu?

The average price of a 5-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu is currently around 1 868 kr per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is 368 kr per night.

When is the best time to stay in a hotel in Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Kota Kinabalu is April, with an average price of 463 kr per night. The most expensive month is December, when the average room rate can rise to 791 kr per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.