Kota Kinabalu Luxury Hotels

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Acj Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Acj Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel
Downtown
9.6Wonderful(563)
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
$47+
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Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B - Kota Kinabalu - Balcony
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
9.6Wonderful(244)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$84+
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Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown
9.2Wonderful(773)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$215+
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Hilton Kota Kinabalu - Kota Kinabalu - Lobby
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown
9.0Wonderful(3347)
Pool
$140+
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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu - Kota Kinabalu - Lounge
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
8.8Very good(3798)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$310+
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The Magellan Sutera Resort - Kota Kinabalu - Living room
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
8.7Very good(4340)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$224+
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Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel - Kota Kinabalu - Restaurant
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
8.7Very good(2057)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$175+
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Gaya Island Resort - Kota Kinabalu - Restaurant
Gaya Island Resort
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
8.6Very good(1069)
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
$290+
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown
8.5Very good(2349)
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Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
$147+
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KAYAK’s insights for luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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What is the cheapest day of the week to book a luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates in Kota Kinabalu, with an average nightly price of $57. The highest prices are found on Saturday, with average rates at $364.

How early should you book a luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu?

Book at least 4 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Kota Kinabalu luxury hotel.
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January
June
$147
$276
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 178% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding Kota Kinabalu luxury hotel deals

  • Prices for luxury hotels in Kota Kinabalu are cheaper in the low season, which is in January and September.
  • Luxury room prices can vary depending on different factors. However, generally rooms cost less on a Tuesday. The most expensive night for a stay is Saturday.
  • The cheapest luxury hotel room in Kota Kinabalu found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $131. The most expensive cost $347.

FAQs about Kota Kinabalu luxury hotels

  • How much does a room in a luxury hotel in Kota Kinabalu cost?

    On average, luxury hotel rooms in Kota Kinabalu cost $156. Depending on when you make your booking, when you book for, and other factors, it is possible to get better deals. The cheapest price booked on KAYAK in the last 3 days was $41.

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