Kota Kinabalu Beach hotels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
D'Borneo Hotel

7.3 / 10

(34 Reviews)

From 26$
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

8.0 / 10

(1682 Reviews)

From 31$
Kk Marina Court Resort Vacation Condos

6.7 / 10

(820 Reviews)

From 53$
Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World

8.6 / 10

(98 Reviews)

From 178$
The Klagan Regency 1Borneo Hotel

8.2 / 10

(384 Reviews)

From 73$

When it comes to travelling, one of the most important choices you need to make is where you will be staying. There are a variety of accommodation options to choose from, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. If you’re looking for a relaxing holiday by the beach, beach hotels are the obvious choice. Here are four reasons why you should choose a beach hotel when travelling to Kota Kinabalu.

First, beach hotels are usually located close to the beach, which makes it easy to enjoy the sun and the sand. Second, they often offer great views of the ocean, which can be truly breathtaking. Third, they usually have swimming pools, which is a great way to cool down and relax in the afternoon. Finally, they often have restaurants on site, so you don’t have to go far to find a great meal..

Best Hotels in Kota Kinabalu On The Beach

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7.3
Good
34 Reviews

D'Borneo Hotel

📍 Lot 6 Block L Sinsuran Complex

From 26$

The 2-star D'Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned rooms within easy reach of The B.E.D. Waterfront Club, which is about 25 minutes' walk. The venue is set in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, in vicinity of Central Wet Market.

A prime location allows guests to explore the area and Warisan Square is located within walking distance. Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 2.4 km from this accommodation. Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is also a short drive away.

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8
Very good
1682 Reviews

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

📍 No 41, Jalan Gaya

From 31$

The 4-star Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre Hotel provides non-smoking rooms and gives quick access to Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, which is around 950 metres away. The venue is located 5 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu and a couple of minutes' drive from Central Wet Market.

The hotel is set in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, within easy reach of Kota Kinabalu City Mosque. KK Times Square is 3 km away from the property.

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6.7
Good
820 Reviews

Kk Marina Court Resort Vacation Condos

📍 Marina Court Resort Condominiums, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, My

From 53$

The family-friendly Kk Marina Court Resort Vacation Condos is set within a 14-minute walk of Marlin Statue in Kota Kinabalu. Featuring a swimming pool and a gym, this venue is located not far from Warisan Square.

The accommodation is 17 minutes’ walk from Gaya Street Sunday Market. Guests will enjoy dishes of Indian and Asian cuisine served in Kohinoor, which is about 450 metres away. The Kk Marina Court Resort Vacation Condos apartment is a good option to stay near Oceanus Waterfront Mall.

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8.6
Excellent
98 Reviews

Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels Of The World

📍 Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park

From 178$

Featuring a spa area, an outdoor swimming pool and a sunbathing terrace, Gaya Island Resort Kota Kinabalu offers traditional accommodation within 4.8 km from Jesselton Point Marina. Sapi Island is less than 4.2 km away.

The venue is set in a beach area, close to a sandy beach. This hotel is located near the China Sea. Point B is just a few minutes' drive away.

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8.2
Very good
384 Reviews

The Klagan Regency 1Borneo Hotel

📍 Tb-00-01, 1 Borneo Hypermall

From 73$

Located near One Borneo Hypermall, the 4-star Klagan Regency 1Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu has 24-hour security, concierge service and shopping service. 1.9 km from Marine Aquarium and Museum, the venue is also 1 km away from UMS Mosque.

The accommodation offers a prime location about 25 km from Kota Kinabalu International airport and a few minutes' walk from 1Borneo. Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre Marine Sanctuary is only a short drive away.

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Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Airport nearby ✈️ Kota Kinabalu International
Average Price 💰 51$
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu 🏨 908
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 5041
Landmarks nearby 📍 Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, Sapi Island, Manukan Island, Mamutik Island, Lok Kawi Wildlife Park
Top Hotel for couples 💑 D'Borneo Hotel
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Family Hotel 👪 Kk Marina Court Resort Vacation Condos

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10
Excellent
2 Reviews

Condo In Imago Mall 亚庇最大商场imago楼里公寓 코타키나발루에서가장큰쇼핑센터아파트

📍 The Loft Imago Shopping Mall Block D, Unit No D-5-7, Coastal Road, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.

From 71$

Situated 1.2 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, In Imago Mall 亚庇最大商场imago楼里公寓 코타키나발루에서가장큰쇼핑센터아파트 apartment provides accommodation with free Wi-Fi throughout the venue. This property near Lecin Goldsmith & Jewellery Sdn. Bhd consists of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a kitchen for up to 6 guests.

The apartment lies within a 20-minute walk of Gaya Street Sunday Market. Guests can find IMAGO Shopping Mall in the area. The restaurant Dragon-I 籠的傳人 is about 5 minutes’ walk away. You can get to Central Wet Market in a couple of minutes by car.

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9.1
Excellent
9 Reviews

蓝 Meng ju ~ 浪漫 700 Pingfang 花园 别墅 Zhi 旅

📍 No 17 Lot 72 Lorong Palas 2G Taman Jindo Phase 7, Kota Kinabalu, 沙巴 88300, 马来西亚

From 25$

蓝 Meng ju ~ 浪漫 700 Pingfang 花园 别墅 Zhi 旅 apartment is located a 10-minute drive to Sunday Market and offers accommodation with free WiFi in public areas. This venue features rooms that are fitted with air conditioning, a balcony and an electric kettle.

The property is set 5 km from the center of Kota Kinabalu. It is set about 3.3 km away from the contemporary Sabah State Mosque. You can get to Sabah Art Gallery in a couple of minutes by car.

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3 Reviews

Yl Spring Suite

📍 Jalan Lintas Kepayan A 05 01 Lido Four Seasons Residence

From 64$

At Yl Spring Suite villa you'll be in proximity to popular sights like Boulevard Hypermarket. The accommodation features a TV, a balcony and a dining area in the rooms.

This property is located in Kota Kinabalu, 3.2 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 2.3 km from Sabah Art Gallery. Café offers European, Asian, fusion and Malaysian meals nearby. Yl Spring Suite is set a few minutes' drive from the contemporary Sabah State Mosque.

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7.7
Very good
682 Reviews

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu Hotel

📍 N0.1,Jalan Singgah Mata1,Asia City

From 31$

Notable for its location 650 metres away from Warisan Square in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, the venue is placed within 20 minutes' walk of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. Set within reach of Handicraft Market, the hotel features an a la carte restaurant serving meals of international cuisine.

The property is located 5 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu and a couple of minutes' drive from The B.E.D. Waterfront Club. The venue is just a 10-minute walk to a beach. The accommodation is also set close to Kompleks Asia City.

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8.4
Very good
1616 Reviews

Horizon Hotel

📍 Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084

From 45$

The 4-star Horizon Hotel is placed in Kota Kinabalu, not far from City Park. Featuring 180 rooms with views of the castle, this venue is set within a short ride from Kk Plaza.

The accommodation is set in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, within a 5-minute walk to Gaya Street Sunday Market. The property is 0.3 km from Atkinson Clock Tower. The unique Horizon Hotel is located minutes away from I Love KK.

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9.1
Excellent
81 Reviews

Sembulan @ Ning Guesthouse 宁舒民宿

📍 Lorong Grace Square 1, Jalan Pantai Sembulan Lot 15-8-1 (Unit 1) !St Floor Block D, Grace Square Sembulan

From 31$

Sembulan @ Ning Guesthouse 宁舒民宿 apartment offers an equipped kitchen as well as rooms with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a dining area and a sitting area. Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village lies within 1 km from the venue, while the Sizable Tanjung Aru Sandy Beach is 1.8 km away.

The accommodation offers access to the memorial park "Double Six Monument", situated nearby. Breads & More as a dining choice is 100 metres away. IMAGO Shopping Mall is a short taxi ride away.

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8.3
Very good
240 Reviews

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

📍 One Place Mall, Lorong Putat 3, 88200 Putatan

From 41$

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu, 3.6 km from Monsopiad Cultural Village, and offers a plunge swimming pool. The venue comprises 320 air-conditioned rooms overlooking the city.

Petagas War Memorial is less than 3.1 km away. The accommodation is located in Penampang district.

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8.5
Very good
83 Reviews

Gayana Marine Resort

📍 Malohom Bay

From 215$

Gayana Marine Resort Kota Kinabalu is set 5 km from City Park, and boasts a bar, a flat screen TV and entertainment activities. Jesselton Point Marina is less than 4.2 km away.

The venue is set in the coastal part of Kota Kinabalu, a few minutes away from Gaya Street Sunday Market. The accommodation overlooks the China Sea and is a short walk from Marine Ecology Research Centre.

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7.7
Very good
2250 Reviews

Promenade Service Apartment

📍 3-G-17, Lorong Api-Api 2, Api-Api Centre

From 27$

Offering entertainment activities and a bar, Promenade Service is located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, close to Sabah State Mosque. There is a meeting room and a photocopier at the aparthotel.

Oceanus Waterfront Mall is 650 metres from the venue, while City Park is 2.7 km away. Warisan Square is also located near the accommodation. Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is a few minutes' drive away.

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8.4
Very good
739 Reviews

Oyo 371 Grand Eastern Hotel

📍 Block A, Lot 1, Lorong 2

From 19$

The 2-star Oyo 371 Grand Eastern Hotel Kota Kinabalu is set 4.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 2.6 km from the Angels Saint Michael Church Penampang. The venue provides 7 guestrooms appointed with free Wi-Fi, climate control and multi-channel TV for a pleasant stay in Kota Kinabalu.

This accommodation has a prime setting just a short drive from Karamunsing Capital.

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8.7
Excellent
842 Reviews

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

📍 Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens

From 88$

The contemporary Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel is nestled not far from Oceanus Waterfront Mall and features an outdoor swimming pool, a sun terrace and a golf course. The venue is located in the business district of Kota Kinabalu, 650 metres from the shopping mall "Centre Point".

The accommodation overlooks the South China Sea and enjoys an enviable location close to Anjung Samudera. It takes 12 minutes to walk to Central Wet Market. A short drive will take you to Gaya Street Sunday Market.

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Kota Kinabalu Beach hotels FAQ
What are the top resorts to book in Kota Kinabalu with spa services?
To enjoy your stay with an outdoor swimming pool, shuttle service and canoeing, consider booking Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa rating: 8.6/10 for about 605US$ per night.
What are the top 10 Kota Kinabalu resorts to stay at?
If you're searching for top Kota Kinabalu hotel resorts, find out Hotel Iskandar, Kinabalu Daya Hotel and Promenade Hotel.
What are the top Kota Kinabalu resorts to rent next to a beach?
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, with rating 8.2/10 or Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, rated 8.0/10 is a great option for a fantastic stay not far from a beach.

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