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The best boutique hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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Featuring direct access to the 1Borneo Hypermall, The Klagan Regency offers modern air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property features an outdoor rooftop pool and a restaurant.

Review score
8.4
Very Good
1,096 reviews
Price from
$39.66
1 night, 2 adults

Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu offers spacious and elegant accommodations with free WiFi throughout. The property features an outdoor pool and 6 dining options.

Comfortable stay in a great location. Large clean rooms. Great staff and facilities.
Review score
8.2
Very Good
1,553 reviews
Price from
$87.67
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool, Horizon Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu. The property is a 5-minute walk to Gaya Street and offers elegant, air-conditioned guest rooms .

The room I stayed in was very good for me. The food for sahur was delicious.
Review score
8.3
Very Good
2,044 reviews
Price from
$73.53
1 night, 2 adults

A 3 star hotel located in the heart of beautiful Kota Kinabalu that offers a modern comfort, simple & value on every guest stay.

The room was spacious and pleasant. Clean and tidy.
Review score
8.2
Very Good
373 reviews
Price from
$36.93
1 night, 2 adults

Located along Jalan Sembulan, Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers Muslim-friendly accommodations conveniently 5-minutes to Masjid Negeri Sabah. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant.

The room is quite good with full facilities.
Review score
8.3
Very Good
111 reviews
Price from
$56.80
1 night, 2 adults

Featuring colonial-inspired decor, Jesselton Hotel offers accommodations in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar.

boutique rooms are excellent. comfortable, modern, good wifi
Review score
7.8
Good
272 reviews
Price from
$52.04
1 night, 2 adults
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These hotels offer something unique in terms of design and are usually set in a trendy, urban part of town. Blending high standards with a homey vibe, boutique hotels are more intimate than your average hotel.

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  • Avg. price/night: $179.51
    Review score
    7.4
    Good · 1,203 reviews
    Our stay at Borneo Beach Villas was an absolute delight. The villas were beautifully designed, offering stunning views of the ocean right from our balcony. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that all our needs were met promptly. We particularly loved the spaciousness of our villa, the well-maintained private pool, and the convenience of having a fully equipped kitchen. The resort's amenities, including the fitness center and spa, added an extra touch of luxury to our stay.
    Guest review by
    Kimmy Kay
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $36.80
    Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 901 reviews
    Very stunning exterior & interior design. Hotel very clean. Food was okay.
    Guest review by
    Nasir
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $261.69
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 171 reviews
    Nice location. I very fortunate to be able to See the stunning sunset scene in front of my villa. Nice interior design. Friendly host.
    Guest review by
    choo
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $105.34
    Review score
    7.8
    Good · 1,177 reviews
    We absolutely loved everything about this hotel. It’s truly stunning! The design, the furnishings, the staff, it was all wonderful! The pool area is gorgeous! Cafe BOLEN : Breakfast & dinner were delicious. Food is plentiful and fresh. For the price, it is excellent value. The staff were so friendly and nice. Special thanks - Sanipa , Wahab , Hamizan .
    Guest review by
    ИРИНА
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 341 reviews
    Very spacious, can fit a whole family as such an affordable price. The beach is just a walking distance. Interior design is comfortable
    Guest review by
    Azraai
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $150.91
    Review score
    9.1
    Wonderful · 866 reviews
    Lovely pool, great design/style, good location, very clean and well-maintained property (new facility).
    Guest review by
    Benjamin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $32.12
    Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 693 reviews
    clean, spacious house. aesthetic interior design. affordable price.
    Guest review by
    Mohamad Yuzlan Bin Mohamad Yusup
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $69.15
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 318 reviews
    The interior design after renovation is very gorgeous. Pool is great as it is always under the shade
    Guest review by
    Audrey Joan
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $85.19
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 1,189 reviews
    The design and layout of the hotel is very stylish, modern and sleek. The staff are extremely accommodating and helpful - we had an early flight and they gave a lovely breakfast packaged to go. Loved our stay.
    Guest review by
    Roshni
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $68.35
    Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 190 reviews
    Location Home decoration Stylish interior design Friendly host / admin Lift nearby go down shopping mall within 3 mins
    Guest review by
    KimSheah
    Travelers with friends

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