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Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Discover a true urban sanctuary at Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu. Perfectly located by the waterfront in the heart of the city’s business, retail, and entertainment district, our 5-star hotel in Kota Kinabalu offers stylish accommodations with sea or city views, modern amenities, and design inspired by the eclectic beauty of Sabah, Borneo. Elevate your stay at our hotel near Kota Kinabalu airport with our Club or suite rooms and gain exclusive access to the sea-view Club Lounge. Indulge in local and international cuisine at our signature restaurants, or unwind with handcrafted cocktails at the rooftop bar while enjoying a breathtaking sunset. Whether you're here to explore Kota Kinabalu’s rich culture or host a meeting or event in our refined venues, Le Méridien, our Kota Kinabalu city hotel will inspire your senses. Gloharta (M) Sdn Bhd 200401030449 (668957-D) with respect to Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
3506 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Edging the shimmering waters of the South China Sea in Sabah, Malaysia, Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel is a contemporary haven in an idyllic location. Find your respite at our family hotel in Kota Kinabalu in stylishly appointed accommodations with open floor concepts, modern amenities, 24-hour room service and balconies with panoramic sea views. Explore our hotel near Kota Kinabalu waterfront; indulge in vibrant dining and entertainment destinations, visit nearby islands, relax along the beach and discover Sabah's most celebrated attractions. Bring your boldest vision to life in sophisticated, naturally-lit venues for meetings, weddings and social affairs. After a day of business and exploring, feast with Japanese cuisine, surf-and-turf and signature cocktails in the restaurants and scenic rooftop bar. From our dramatic lobby to our sleek, modern hotel rooms and suites, you'll experience a charming visit to the "Land Below The Wind" at our 5-star Kota Kinabalu city hotel.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
2216 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Pamper yourself with a visit to The Magellan Sutera Resort's full-service spa, practice your swing on the golf course, or catch some rays on the private beach.
8.7
Excellent
4863 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Spend the day relaxing at Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu's private white sand beach, practicing your swing on the golf course, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 5 restaurants.
Free Wi-Fi
8.8
Excellent
2938 reviews
Location
21.5 km from city centre
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Boasting an Olympic sized swimming pool and 5 dining options, The Pacific Sutera Hotel offers easy access to Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club. Free WiFi is accessible throughout and for guests who drive, free parking is available. Featuring contemporary decor, every room is fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV, an electric kettle and a minibar. The en suite bathroom comes with a bath, a shower and free toiletries. Guests enjoy sea or golf course view. Cafe Boleh serves daily buffet breakfast and all day dining. Drinks and snacks are available at the Pool Bar, Lobby Lounge, Breeze Beach Club or Horizons Sky Bar and Cigar Lounge. Pampering massages are offered at the Chavana Spa and guests can play a game in the bowling alley. Staff at the 24/7 front desk are happy to assist you with outdoor activities and tour queries. Other facilities include a fitness centre and a children's playground. IMAGO Shopping Mall and Sabah Museum are 1.8 km from The Pacific Sutera Hotel. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 6 km from the property.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
3980 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, 20, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Catch some rays on Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
4114 reviews
Location
4.0 km from city centre
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, 889, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a sauna, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
2577 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Nestled in the heart of Sabah’s laidback capital of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu is a stroll away from romantic waterfront sunsets and less than two kilometers from the Signal Hill Observatory Platform, a lookout point that is built 100 meters above the dense tropical jungle. Business meets leisure seamlessly with the property being within three kilometers of the Sabah International Convention Center and major shopping malls.
9.1
Excellent
3708 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
No 4, Lorong Api-Api 3, Api-Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
4349 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this resort. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, conference space, and a children's pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
7.8
Good
3400 reviews
Location
18.8 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Sabah

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Sabah including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Sabah?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Sabah is November ($68). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sabah is February ($141).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Sabah?

The cheapest day to stay in Sabah is Saturday ($82). On the other hand, travellers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is $148.

How much is a hotel in Sabah tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Sabah tonight starting as low as $10, rising to an average cost of $75, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $11 for a 4-star hotel in Sabah for tonight.

How much is a Sabah hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Sabah this weekend for as little as $12/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as $13/night. For a 4-star hotel in Sabah, the cheapest rate recently found was $12/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Sabah?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 7 days before your trip to Sabah. The lowest price found when booking 7 days ahead was $32 per night.

Top-rated Sabah hotels

Our users rated these Sabah hotels among the best places to stay. Take a look at user reviews to learn why these properties were rated the best.
Sepilok, Malaysia
0.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$64
Avg. per night
Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$60
Avg. per night
63 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$54
Avg. per night
Lot 95, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$26
Avg. per night
C-16-G, Signature Office, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$42
Avg. per night
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$42
Avg. per night
Tb 224-227, Lot 1-4, Jalan Bunga, Fajar, Tawau, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$28
Avg. per night
5, Jalan Padang, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$23
Avg. per night
Mile 1, Jalan Kuhara, Tawau, Malaysia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$25
Avg. per night
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens PO Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$30
Avg. per night
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, 1a Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$64
Avg. per night
Malohom Bay, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$179
Avg. per night
Lorong Kemajuan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$30
Avg. per night
B-01-07, Block B, Ground Floor, Warisan Square, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$24
Avg. per night
No 1 Jalan Kastam Bandar Semporna PO Box No 168, Semporna, Malaysia
0.6 km from city centre
Air conditioning
$52
Avg. per night
23 Jalan Haji Saman, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$31
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Sabah, Malaysia

These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Sabah at the moment. If you have flexibility with arrival and departure, use the search form to compare prices for other dates.
Lot B2, Bandar Utama, Semporna, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$10
Avg. per night
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Block c 01-03, c2-03, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
$10
Avg. per night
Lot 15, Htm Industrial Estate, Inanam, Malaysia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$11
Avg. per night
TB3534, TB3435, TB3536, Lot 43-45, Tawau, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$14
Avg. per night
0.5 KM, Jalan Ranau-Tamparuli, Ranau, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$15
Avg. per night
Jalan Cinta Mata Mesilou, Kundasang, Malaysia
4.4 km from city centre
$15
Avg. per night
Block C, Lot 20, Ground & 1st Floor, Lahad Datu, Malaysia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$16
Avg. per night
13, Jalan Perpaduan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$17
Avg. per night
Kundasang 212-89-308, Ranau, Malaysia
9.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$17
Avg. per night
Lot 37, Block D, Bandar Maju, Jalan Utara, Mile 1 1/2, Sandakan, Malaysia
2.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$18
Avg. per night
Batu 36 Kampung Kinasaraban Km 19 Jalan Tamparuli, Kundasang, Malaysia
3.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$18
Avg. per night
273 And 274, 2nd Floor, Blk 28, Fajar Complex, P.s 177, Tawau, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$18
Avg. per night
Lot 2B, Jalan Kepayan Kobusak, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$19
Avg. per night
1, 2, 3 Floor, No 23, Jalan Tugu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$20
Avg. per night
Lot 2, Block H, Jalan Sinsuran 4, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
$21
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Sabah

A breakdown of the average price per hotel class in Sabah. For added insight, we've also noted the most popular and best value hotels within each hotel class.
4 stars +
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3 stars
2 stars and under
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
C-16-G, Signature Office, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Lot 1, Block B, Ground Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
Jalan Cinta Mata Mesilou, Kundasang, Malaysia

Other accommodation in Sabah

Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$31
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Sabah

Whether you're visiting Sabah for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hotels close to your ideal location. Clicking on a hotel name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

Facts about staying in Sabah

  • Where is the best place to stay in Sabah?

    Our travellers prefer to stay in places like Kota Kinabalu, Tawau, and Lahad Datu while in Sabah.

  • What are the best hotels in Sabah?

    Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu, rated with a score of 8.8 from 2,938 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Sabah. Other top stays include Hotel Sixty3, with an average rating of 8.8 from 2,347 reviewers, and Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, with a score of 9.0 from 3,506 reviewers.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Sabah?

    If you plan to visit Sabah, compare prices on accommodations in Tawau, one of the cheapest places to stay, with an average cost of $45 per night. Alternatively, the most affordable city in Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, boasts an even lower average per night cost of $164, ensuring a wallet-friendly travel experience.

  • What is the most popular city in Sabah to stay in?

    The majority of our users searched for a place to stay in Kota Kinabalu, making it the most popular city in Sabah. The second most popular city in Sabah is Tawau, followed by Lahad Datu.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Sabah?

    Le Méridien - Marriott Bonvoy, Sheraton - Marriott Bonvoy, and Marriott Hotels - Marriott Bonvoy are the top three most popular hotel chains in Sabah according to our data.

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