Best Kota Kinabalu Five Star Hotels
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Great deal
Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu sits 1.8 km from Gaya Street Sunday Market. This 5-star hotel also provides guests with 24-hour security service.
Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo
- Shared kitchen
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu sits 1.8 km from Gaya Street Sunday Market. This 5-star hotel also provides guests with 24-hour security service.
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Private beach
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Pool with view
Located approximately 5 minutes' walk from Pantai Dalit Beach, the 5-star Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel provides guests with a summer terrace and a golf course, as well as a treatment room and a foot bath. Featuring a convenience store and a restaurant, this Kota Kinabalu resort is 2.9 km from the Tuaran Crocodile Farm.
Guests can relax at a swimming pool or indulge themselves at a wellness area. Staff can arrange hiking, cycling, and ping pong. Business travellers will benefit from conference equipment and a xerox available at meeting rooms on site.
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Pool with view
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Located approximately 5 minutes' walk from Pantai Dalit Beach, the 5-star Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel provides guests with a summer terrace and a golf course, as well as a treatment room and a foot bath. Featuring a convenience store and a restaurant, this Kota Kinabalu resort is 2.9 km from the Tuaran Crocodile Farm.
Guests can relax at a swimming pool or indulge themselves at a wellness area. Staff can arrange hiking, cycling, and ping pong. Business travellers will benefit from conference equipment and a xerox available at meeting rooms on site.
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Best-rated
Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 5-star smoke-free Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B Kota Kinabalu hotel, located within 5 minutes' drive of I Love KK, is proud to feature a private art gallery. This Kota Kinabalu hotel boasts a setting just steps from IMAGO Shopping Mall and features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.
A spa salon, as well as a fitness centre, will help guests stay both fit and relaxed.
Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B
The 5-star smoke-free Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B Kota Kinabalu hotel, located within 5 minutes' drive of I Love KK, is proud to feature a private art gallery. This Kota Kinabalu hotel boasts a setting just steps from IMAGO Shopping Mall and features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a treatment room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.
A spa salon, as well as a fitness centre, will help guests stay both fit and relaxed.
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Guest favorite
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Positioned approximately 5 minutes' walk from the Warisan Square, the sophisticated Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu hotel houses a banquet hall ideal for bringing people together. Boasting a rooftop bar along with a swimming pool, the 5-star hotel is situated in the entertainment Downtown Kota Kinabalu district.
A treatment room and a sauna allow you to relax in the Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu during your stay. At the hotel, guests can take part in fitness classes offered at a fitness studio. The onsite spa amenities include a full-service spa. A conference space and a business centre with conference equipment and a photocopy machine are available for those travelling for business.
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Positioned approximately 5 minutes' walk from the Warisan Square, the sophisticated Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu hotel houses a banquet hall ideal for bringing people together. Boasting a rooftop bar along with a swimming pool, the 5-star hotel is situated in the entertainment Downtown Kota Kinabalu district.
A treatment room and a sauna allow you to relax in the Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu during your stay. At the hotel, guests can take part in fitness classes offered at a fitness studio. The onsite spa amenities include a full-service spa. A conference space and a business centre with conference equipment and a photocopy machine are available for those travelling for business.
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Top location
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Rooftop pool
Offering a shared lounge and barbecue grills, the 5-star Hilton Kota Kinabalu Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, only 1.2 km from the Warisan Square. Located in the picturesque district of Kota Kinabalu, the hotel offers 301 rooms with city views and 2 outdoor swimming pools.
Guests can enjoy wedding services and live performances as well as relax in a steam room and a sauna. At this hotel, guests can enjoy fitness classes in a fitness club.
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Rooftop pool
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Offering a shared lounge and barbecue grills, the 5-star Hilton Kota Kinabalu Hotel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, only 1.2 km from the Warisan Square. Located in the picturesque district of Kota Kinabalu, the hotel offers 301 rooms with city views and 2 outdoor swimming pools.
Guests can enjoy wedding services and live performances as well as relax in a steam room and a sauna. At this hotel, guests can enjoy fitness classes in a fitness club.
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 5-star Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located in the centre of a vibrant district, 2.8 km from the Sabah State Museum and Heritage Village, features massage therapy and a shared lounge. Offering views of the sea, the hotel is just a few steps from the Merdeka Shopping Complex and boasts an outdoor swimming pool.
The Hyatt Regency Kinabalu features live music, live performances, and a nightclub. With a fitness area that offers fitness classes, this luxury property caters to guests' physical well-being.
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 5-star Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located in the centre of a vibrant district, 2.8 km from the Sabah State Museum and Heritage Village, features massage therapy and a shared lounge. Offering views of the sea, the hotel is just a few steps from the Merdeka Shopping Complex and boasts an outdoor swimming pool.
The Hyatt Regency Kinabalu features live music, live performances, and a nightclub. With a fitness area that offers fitness classes, this luxury property caters to guests' physical well-being.
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Beach access
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Sauna
- Infinity pool
Standing a 5-minute walk from the Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel offers a swimming pool. Located 2.3 km from the memorial park "Double Six Monument", this resort features 485 rooms with views of the ocean.
This accommodation features an aqua park and a summer terrace, along with a personal trainer and yoga instruction. Guests can enjoy canoeing, ping pong, and billiards, or visit a steam room, a sauna, and a foot bath. The onsite spa amenities include a wellness area. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel also provides meeting rooms for those arriving on business.
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Sauna
- Infinity pool
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Standing a 5-minute walk from the Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel offers a swimming pool. Located 2.3 km from the memorial park "Double Six Monument", this resort features 485 rooms with views of the ocean.
This accommodation features an aqua park and a summer terrace, along with a personal trainer and yoga instruction. Guests can enjoy canoeing, ping pong, and billiards, or visit a steam room, a sauna, and a foot bath. The onsite spa amenities include a wellness area. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel also provides meeting rooms for those arriving on business.
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Just opened
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Rooftop pool
Located approximately 5 minutes on foot from the Jesselton Point, the 5-star boutique-style Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and wake-up service. You will find a rooftop swimming pool in the hotel that offers an unbeatable location in the centre of Kota Kinabalu.
The Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu offers diving and bowling as well as car hire services. As part of its commitment to guest wellness, the property includes a fitness studio featuring fitness classes.
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Rooftop pool
Located approximately 5 minutes on foot from the Jesselton Point, the 5-star boutique-style Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and wake-up service. You will find a rooftop swimming pool in the hotel that offers an unbeatable location in the centre of Kota Kinabalu.
The Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu offers diving and bowling as well as car hire services. As part of its commitment to guest wellness, the property includes a fitness studio featuring fitness classes.
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Private beach
The Magellan Sutera Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
Located 3.1 km from such natural attractions as the Weston Wetland Park, The Magellan Sutera Resort Kota Kinabalu includes a convenience shop and a restaurant. Situated a 10-minute drive from the Sinsuran Night Market, the hotel provides magnificent views of the pool along with 609 rooms.
The Magellan Sutera Resort features an outdoor swimming pool and offers a sun deck, water slides, and a shared lounge. This hotel has a fitness area. Onsite treatments include pedicure, manicure, and spa service along with a steam room, a hot tub, and a sauna. The Magellan Sutera Resort also provides a meeting room for those arriving on business.
The Magellan Sutera Resort
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Located 3.1 km from such natural attractions as the Weston Wetland Park, The Magellan Sutera Resort Kota Kinabalu includes a convenience shop and a restaurant. Situated a 10-minute drive from the Sinsuran Night Market, the hotel provides magnificent views of the pool along with 609 rooms.
The Magellan Sutera Resort features an outdoor swimming pool and offers a sun deck, water slides, and a shared lounge. This hotel has a fitness area. Onsite treatments include pedicure, manicure, and spa service along with a steam room, a hot tub, and a sauna. The Magellan Sutera Resort also provides a meeting room for those arriving on business.
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Infinity pool
The modern Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel provides guests with a central location around 5 minutes' walk from Ocean 7 Art Gallery as well as a ballroom and a banquet hall, ideal for bringing people together. Asian cuisine plus an infinity pool are provided in this 5-star hotel, located in proximity to the Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market.
Amenities of the Marriott Kota Kinabalu include a sundeck and a golf course on site. Guests staying at this Kota Kinabalu hotel are welcome to join fitness classes and cycling at a fitness studio.
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Infinity pool
The modern Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel provides guests with a central location around 5 minutes' walk from Ocean 7 Art Gallery as well as a ballroom and a banquet hall, ideal for bringing people together. Asian cuisine plus an infinity pool are provided in this 5-star hotel, located in proximity to the Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market.
Amenities of the Marriott Kota Kinabalu include a sundeck and a golf course on site. Guests staying at this Kota Kinabalu hotel are welcome to join fitness classes and cycling at a fitness studio.
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Private beach
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
Situated merely 1.1 km from the memorial park "Double Six Monument", the elegant 5-star The Pacific Sutera Hotel Kota Kinabalu features a banquet hall for planning various activities. This Kota Kinabalu hotel lies around a 10-minute drive from the Gaya Street Sunday Market, and offers an Asian restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool onsite.
The accommodation provides guests with private access to a beautiful beach with beach umbrellas and beach towels. The Pacific Sutera Kota Kinabalu offers lawn tennis, bowling, and ping-pong. This hotel features a spa salon along with a sauna and a foot bath for relaxation.
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Pool with view
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Situated merely 1.1 km from the memorial park "Double Six Monument", the elegant 5-star The Pacific Sutera Hotel Kota Kinabalu features a banquet hall for planning various activities. This Kota Kinabalu hotel lies around a 10-minute drive from the Gaya Street Sunday Market, and offers an Asian restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool onsite.
The accommodation provides guests with private access to a beautiful beach with beach umbrellas and beach towels. The Pacific Sutera Kota Kinabalu offers lawn tennis, bowling, and ping-pong. This hotel features a spa salon along with a sauna and a foot bath for relaxation.
Gayana Marine Resort
- Kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated 6 minutes' walk from the Marine Ecology Research Centre, Gayana Marine Resort Kota Kinabalu offers an indoor swimming pool. This hotel also provides guests with a safe deposit box.
This hotel goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit.
Gayana Marine Resort
- Kitchen
- 24-hour reception
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Gayana Marine Resort
Situated 6 minutes' walk from the Marine Ecology Research Centre, Gayana Marine Resort Kota Kinabalu offers an indoor swimming pool. This hotel also provides guests with a safe deposit box.
This hotel goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit.
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Private beach
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
Offering a luxurious location 2.4 km from the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, the fantastic Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Gaya Island includes a banquet hall for various purposes. Located 2.1 km from the Coral Flyer zipline, this 5-star resort offers views of the sea and a plunge pool.
Featuring a steam bath and a Jacuzzi, the property also offers facials, massage therapy, and hiking trails. Furthermore, this Gaya Island hotel provides access to a spa salon, as well as a diving site.
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Sauna
- Outdoor swimming pool
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Offering a luxurious location 2.4 km from the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, the fantastic Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Gaya Island includes a banquet hall for various purposes. Located 2.1 km from the Coral Flyer zipline, this 5-star resort offers views of the sea and a plunge pool.
Featuring a steam bath and a Jacuzzi, the property also offers facials, massage therapy, and hiking trails. Furthermore, this Gaya Island hotel provides access to a spa salon, as well as a diving site.
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Private beach
Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
The elegant 5-star Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World is within a 3-km distance of the Coral Flyer zipline and has a year-round outdoor swimming pool plus a health club. Featuring a banquet hall, the smoke-free resort is located 3.1 km from the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park.
The accommodation goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. Diving, canoeing, and fishing are also available in the area.
Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
The elegant 5-star Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World is within a 3-km distance of the Coral Flyer zipline and has a year-round outdoor swimming pool plus a health club. Featuring a banquet hall, the smoke-free resort is located 3.1 km from the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park.
The accommodation goes the extra mile to provide guests with fitness classes to help them stay fit. Diving, canoeing, and fishing are also available in the area.
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Private beach
Gayana Marine Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Billiard tables
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated 4.3 km from Gaya Street Sunday Market and 4.4 km from the Borneo Night, the smoke-free Gayana Marine Resort features a banquet hall for various purposes. Guests can spend time relaxing in an infinity swimming pool, or admire a Jacuzzi and two hot tubs in this 5-star resort, located just near the Marine Ecology Research Centre.
Gayana Marine Resort features a shared lounge and hiking trails on site. You can enjoy scuba diving, canoeing, and billiards at this hotel, and limousine hire is also available. A full spa will surely add to a perfect stay.
Gayana Marine Resort
- In-room breakfast
- Airport shuttle
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Billiard tables
- Outdoor swimming pool
Gayana Marine Resort
Situated 4.3 km from Gaya Street Sunday Market and 4.4 km from the Borneo Night, the smoke-free Gayana Marine Resort features a banquet hall for various purposes. Guests can spend time relaxing in an infinity swimming pool, or admire a Jacuzzi and two hot tubs in this 5-star resort, located just near the Marine Ecology Research Centre.
Gayana Marine Resort features a shared lounge and hiking trails on site. You can enjoy scuba diving, canoeing, and billiards at this hotel, and limousine hire is also available. A full spa will surely add to a perfect stay.
Sling & Stone Mountain Suites - Heritage House
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Golf course
- Garden area
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, Sling & Stone Mountain Suites Kundasang hotel is 10 minutes by car from the Persatuan Rekreasi Nulu Tinorindak. This hotel also includes a free private car park.
Sling & Stone Mountain Suites - Heritage House
- Free parking
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Golf course
- Garden area
Sling & Stone Mountain Suites - Heritage House
Featuring Wi-Fi in the rooms, Sling & Stone Mountain Suites Kundasang hotel is 10 minutes by car from the Persatuan Rekreasi Nulu Tinorindak. This hotel also includes a free private car park.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of 5 Star Hotels in Kota Kinabalu, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo |
8.9 / 10 (812 Reviews) |
From 12$ | |
| Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu |
8.9 / 10 (1464 Reviews) |
From 42$ | |
| Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B |
9.4 / 10 (542 Reviews) |
From 64$ | |
| Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu |
8.8 / 10 (2032 Reviews) |
From 67$ | |
| Hilton Kota Kinabalu |
8.9 / 10 (1034 Reviews) |
From 77$ |
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