10 Bed and Breakfast Inns in Kota Kinabalu: Best hotel deals for 2023

May 10, 2023 Tonie Szymanski

Kota Kinabalu on the island of Borneo is the bustling gateway to acclaimed Kinabalu National Park. The park's high point is 13,400-foot Mount Kinabula, Malaysia's tallest peak, a mecca for climbers. Ninety miles away, thrilling jungle trekking and camping await in the Crocker Range National Park.
Restaurants in Kota Kinabalu

1. Hotel Gaia 95

Lot 95 Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu 88000 Malaysia
Excellent
56%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
6%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 18 reviews

Hotel Gaia 95

Hotel Gaia 95 is located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Wetland Center and 1.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Harbor. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. You will find a kettle in the room. Every room includes a private bathroom equipped with a shower. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property.

Very nice

Reviewed By Shebbas

Small lovely hotel very central in city. Lovely room, Nice beds,very clean and friendly staff. Several marked just outside the door during the week. No resturant but dont worry, many just outside.Recommended

2. Casuarina Tanjung Aru Hotel

Lorong Ikan Lais Jalan Mat Salleh, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu 88100 Malaysia
Excellent
8%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
31%
Poor
13%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 95 reviews

Casuarina Tanjung Aru Hotel

See why so many travelers make Casuarina Tanjung Aru Hotel their small hotel of choice when visiting Kota Kinabalu. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. You’ll enjoy relaxing rooms that offer a refrigerator and air conditioning, and you can stay connected during your stay as Casuarina Tanjung Aru Hotel offers guests free internet access. The small hotel features a 24 hour front desk, room service, and 24 hour check-in. Plus, Casuarina Tanjung Aru Hotel offers free breakfast, providing a pleasant respite from your busy day. For guests with a vehicle, free parking is available. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Kota Kinabalu, Casuarina Tanjung Aru Hotel is located a short distance from Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah) (2.2 mi) and Atkinson Clock Tower (3.1 mi). During your visit, be sure to check out one of Kota Kinabalu's popular ribs restaurants such as CHUBs Grill, Hard Rock Cafe Kota Kinabalu, and Morganfield's, all a short distance from Casuarina Tanjung Aru Hotel. Kota Kinabalu is also known for some great monuments and statues, including Marlin Statue and I Love KK, which are not too far from Casuarina Tanjung Aru Hotel. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Casuarina Tanjung Aru Hotel as you experience all of the things Kota Kinabalu has to offer.

Good Hotel for affordable price

Reviewed By Fariza Z

Room is spacious. At 1st only plan to stay for a night. End up staying for 3 nights. Staff are friendly especially Mr Daniel, he is very helpful. Good location, near to shops n restaurants, also to the beach to experience the sunset. Will definitely stay here again.

3. Goldenhill Hotel

Lot 10 Jalan Pinang, Kota Kinabalu 88100 Malaysia
Excellent
20%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
24%
Poor
4%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 45 reviews

Goldenhill Hotel

Goldenhill Hotel Sabah is a brand new boutique style hotel at tg ARU, KK,Sabah. We offer comfortable and stylist renovated rooms at an affordable rate. Our strategic location, walking distance to the famous TG Aru Beach and 2 minutes from kk international Airport Terminal 2 makes us your perfect choice of hotel selection.

Rude driver

Reviewed By Alkcha

I was with my wife booked Goldenhill Hotel reroute to Taipei the next morning. We were told the airport transfer were free to and from airport ETA. 1515hrs on 13Sep2019.After custom clearance around 1530hrs,we waited till 1605hrs before I made a calll confirming if the driver is picking us up or not and were told to wait 25mins as the driver was on his way. To my astonishment, the hotel was less the 2km away, why he needs 25mins to reach the airport?? When he finally reaches the airport at 1635hrs,he didn't even bother to look for us, Just sitting in the van playing with his phone. I finally saw him and walked over myself and asked him why takes him that long to fetch us and why can't even have the courtesy to call us to take alternative transport instead of making us wait that long!! To my surprise, he answered me he has other work to do and it's alright for us to wait since the transfer is free!! Wow, what a dedicated staff this hotel has hired. He even told me to take grab car or taxi if I'm not happy. I only hope the management will look into this matter .This will be my last visit here and definitely a no recommendation to anyone even for a stopover stay

4. Hotel Sri Iskandar

No 16, Jalan Perpaduan, Kampung Air, Kota Kinabalu 88999 Malaysia
Excellent
8%
Good
54%
Satisfactory
26%
Poor
8%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 39 reviews

Hotel Sri Iskandar

Finding an ideal family-friendly small hotel in Kota Kinabalu does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Hotel Sri Iskandar, a nice option for travelers like you. Guest rooms offer air conditioning and a desk, and Hotel Sri Iskandar makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the small hotel, including a 24 hour front desk, shops, and a convenience store. As an added convenience, there is parking available to guests. Close to some of Kota Kinabalu's most popular landmarks, such as Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah) (0.2 mi) and Atkinson Clock Tower (1.0 mi), Hotel Sri Iskandar is a great destination for tourists. Kota Kinabalu has plenty of seafood restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Welcome Seafood Restaurant, Fatt Kee Seafood Restaurant, and Restoran Makanan Sedap, which are serving up some great dishes. Plus, during your trip, don't forget to check out a science museum, such as Marine Aquarium and Museum. Hotel Sri Iskandar puts the best of Kota Kinabalu at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.

Cheap, Clean, Great Location Budget Hotel

Reviewed By Adrian7214

Stayed in a Family Room. Clean spacious room and clean bathroom. Plenty of shops, pharmacies and restaurants surrounding the hotel area. There is even a Filipino Night Market just across the hotel. If you're in a tight budget but looking for a cheap and clean budget hotel, then this is the hotel worth staying in.

5. Manja Hotel

26, Block E, KK Times Square Off Coastal Highway, Kota Kinabalu 88100 Malaysia
Excellent
11%
Good
51%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
11%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 37 reviews

Manja Hotel

Looking for a place to stay in Kota Kinabalu? Then look no further than Manja Hotel, an inn that brings the best of Kota Kinabalu to your doorstep. Manja Hotel offers guests an array of room amenities including air conditioning, a refrigerator, and a minibar, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The inn offers a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and room service, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features an on-site restaurant. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to parking. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Kota Kinabalu, Manja Hotel is located a short distance from Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah) (0.6 mi) and I Love KK (1.2 mi). Kota Kinabalu has plenty of Asian restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Welcome Seafood Restaurant, D' Place Kinabalu, and Sri Latha Curry House, which are serving up some great dishes. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Manja Hotel as you experience everything Kota Kinabalu has to offer.

Very bad receptionist

Reviewed By tsyashfe

Hotel receptionist unfriendly, super rude to customer. Don’t deserve to work in the hospitality industry if do not know how to serve guest in the right way. Hotel rooms were not maintained as well. Would not advise to stay here.

6. Unic Hotel

Block A Lot 15 & 16 Jalan Puri Warisan, Kota Kinabalu 88000 Malaysia
Excellent
6%
Good
58%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
13%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 31 reviews

Unic Hotel

See why so many travelers make Unic Hotel their small hotel of choice when visiting Kota Kinabalu. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a trendy setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Nearby landmarks such as I Love KK (0.5 mi) and Marlin Statue (0.5 mi) make Unic Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Kota Kinabalu. The rooms offer a minibar, a refrigerator, and air conditioning, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease. Unic Hotel features a 24 hour front desk, 24 hour security, and a convenience store. When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Chilli Vanilla, Gusto Food & Wine, and Al Fresco, which are some Mediterranean restaurants that are popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. Looking to explore? Then look no further than Borneo Trading Post, Sabah Art Gallery, and Agarwood Art Gallery, which are some popular Kota Kinabalu art galleries – all conveniently located a short distance from the small hotel. At Unic Hotel, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Kota Kinabalu.

High marks just about everything except one

Reviewed By Alex S

I believe this hotel deserved been given high marks for its location, cleanliness, well manner staffs & most important of all (for me anyway) no smell of bad odor which in my case is a Deluxe King Room. When I call them tellin that I'll be late checking in or checking out process, the way the staff approaches me as a customer is quite good with a touch of warm smile which most hotel staff lacks especially late evening. The room ambient light is good, the toilet is well maintained & squeaky clean. The only thing I want to complain about is the TV quality which is quite bad. Overall I highly recommend this hotel to just about anyone.

7. Cathay Hotel

Block E Lot 27 & 28 Lorong Hj Ahmadsedco Complex Kampung Air, Jalan Albert Kwok, Kota Kinabalu 88000 Malaysia
Excellent
50%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

Cathay Hotel

See why so many travelers make Cathay Hotel their small hotel of choice when visiting Kota Kinabalu. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a budget friendly setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Free wifi is offered to guests, and rooms at Cathay Hotel offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a desk. During your stay, take advantage of some of the amenities offered, including a 24 hour front desk, 24 hour check-in, and baggage storage. Nearby landmarks such as Sri Pasupathinath Alayam (1.3 mi) and Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah) (2.8 mi) make Cathay Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Kota Kinabalu. If you’re looking for an Asian restaurant, consider a visit to Fatt Kee Seafood Restaurant, Restoran Makanan Sedap, or New WK Restaurant (Wong Kwok Luyang Branch), which are all conveniently located a short distance from Cathay Hotel. We’re sure you’ll enjoy your stay at Cathay Hotel as you experience all of the things Kota Kinabalu has to offer.

Superbbbb!

Reviewed By bbhayati

Perfect room for travelling. Small but have all the necessities u need. clean room. towel available. Scott is so nice when we ask about early check in.. just a little bit negative revies is the water for toilet need water hose to ease people take care of things. haha other than that is greattt hotel!

8. OYO 1103 Borneo Inn

Lot 2B, Jalan Kepayan Kobusak Lorong Taman Kendara, Kota Kinabalu 88300 Malaysia
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1 reviews

OYO 1103 Borneo Inn

OYO 1103 Borneo Inn is located on Lot 2B in Jalan Kepayan Kobusak in Taman Kendara. It is situated at a distance of just a few minutes by road from Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Grand Illusions, Cocoa Kingdom, Tanjung Aru Beach, Sabah State Museumand Sutera Harbour Golf and Country Club are some of the places to visit nearby. Special Features- The rooms are vibrant and cosy with plush purple curtains contrasting against the simple wooden furnishings and decor used in the room. Facilities- The rooms come with a queen sized bed, AC, TV, refrigerator and free WiFi. The hotel has parking facility, option to pay by card and CCTV cameras. Nearby- There are many restaurants and eateries nearby such as Secret Garden BBQ Korean Restaurant, Borneo Wild Treasure Restaurant, King Hu Restaurant and Restaurant Masakan Sedap.

Great hospitality, great location and CHEAP!

Reviewed By FionKxy

The location of this inn is good, surrounded by lot's of great foods shop, if you're a foodie, definitely should consider here! Only few minutes away to Plaza 333. Futhermore, their cheap price is suitable for business traveller.

9. OYO 777 Epal Hotel

Lot 30 & 31 Block E Jln Ikan Juara 1, Kota Kinabalu 88100 Malaysia
Excellent
0%
Good
50%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
50%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3 based on 2 reviews

OYO 777 Epal Hotel

OYO 777 Epal Hotel, located in Sadong Jaya Karamunsing, in Kota Kinabalu, is an elegant and soothing hotel. The property is close to attractions like Jesselton Point, Signal Hill Observatory Tower and the Atkinson Clock Tower. Special Features- The rooms here are pleasant, nicely toned and elegant. The furniture here is modern. The corridor is well carpeted. The reception is soothing and warm-toned. Facilities- AC, TV, queen-sized beds and free Wi-Fi are there in the rooms. The property also provides other facilities like card payment and a refrigerator. Nearby- Guests can try the nearby restaurants like Welcome Seafood Restaurant, Suang Tain Seafood Restaurant and the Yee Fung Restaurant.

Worst stay ever

Reviewed By Sha7780

Reception who is check in us was really terrible as he asked us to wait till 2pm then only can check in, he just played with his phone and 45min before 2pm i asked if he can checked us in and he make his face and asked me to fill up the form where he should asked us before rather than he asked us to wait till 2pm. We stay here for 3days and during our stay here none of the housekeeping come and clean our room. We didnt expect everyday they clean it but as far as i know they should clean it but its not happening till our last day here. I always come to kk for work and this is the first hotel that really terribe i ever stay. Staff not friendly at all. Not recommended at all.

10. Aston Boutec Hotel

Lot 23-0 & 25-0, Lorong Lintas Plaza 3 Jalan Lintas, Kota Kinabalu 88300 Malaysia
Excellent
29%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
36%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 14 reviews

Aston Boutec Hotel

Everyone needs a place to lay their weary head. For travelers visiting Kota Kinabalu, Aston Boutec Hotel is an excellent choice for rest and rejuvenation. Well-known for its budget friendly environment and proximity to great restaurants and attractions, Aston Boutec Hotel makes it easy to enjoy the best of Kota Kinabalu. Guest rooms offer air conditioning, and Aston Boutec Hotel makes getting online easy as free wifi is available. You can also take advantage of some of the amenities offered by the small hotel, including a 24 hour front desk, a concierge, and 24 hour check-in. In addition, guests can enjoy free instant coffee during their visit. As an added convenience, there is parking available to guests. For those interested in checking out popular landmarks while visiting Kota Kinabalu, Aston Boutec Hotel is located a short distance from Sri Pasupathinath Alayam (1.4 mi) and Sabah State Mosque (Masjid Negeri Sabah) (1.8 mi). While you’re here, be sure to check out some of the Italian restaurants, including Little Italy, Laundroluxe, and Ferdinand's, all of which are a short distance from Aston Boutec Hotel. If you’re looking for something to do, Sabah Art Gallery (0.8 mi) is a nice way to spend some time, and it is within walking distance of Aston Boutec Hotel. Aston Boutec Hotel is sure to make your visit to Kota Kinabalu one worth remembering.

Not really boutique

Reviewed By wolfisin

We checked in to this hotel with rather high expectations as it’s always nice to support a local hotel. We were however rather disappointed. There are three floors to this hotel with no lifts so if you intend to stay and have a lot of luggage I would not recommend it. The bathroom had an extremely bad smell that made taking a bath uncomfortable and the beds were no so comfortable either. The only thing this hotel has going for it, is the location which is quite good, especially if you’re a food loving person.

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