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200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, The Shore CBD Kota Kinabalu By LAXZONE SUITE is a recently renovated property situated in Kota Kinabalu and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment offers parking on-site, an infinity pool and a lift.

I rebooked this room. It had everything you needed for a short stay in Kota Kinabalu.

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9.1
Superb
142 reviews
Price from
€ 61
per night

The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with walk-in shower, bidet and a hair dryer, while the kitchen features a microwave, a fridge and a stovetop. The apartment complex offers certain units with sea views, and every unit includes a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units include bed linen and towels.

Very cosy and comfortable. The sea view is so nice and calm.

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9
Superb
123 reviews
Price from
€ 49
per night

Set in Kota Kinabalu and only 1.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah, MLH Designer Suites @ Jesselton Quay CityPads offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a terrace and a swimming pool. The accommodation features a lift, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

Clean, nice & comfortable...

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9
Superb
393 reviews
Price from
€ 44
per night

700 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo is set in Kota Kinabalu and offers air-conditioned rooms. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is situated 3.1 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

I love that it’s easy to locate and so many restaurants, souvenir shops and nearby tourist spots.

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9.1
Superb
450 reviews
Price from
€ 18
per night

Set in Kota Kinabalu and only 1.7 km from Tanjung Aru Beach, Aru Suites HOMESTAY WIFI, Carpark,24h Check in, Water Filter by R2 Residence offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This apartment provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a year-round outdoor pool.

Big room, 20 minutes walk to the beach, good location, nice restaurant within 3 minutes

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9
Superb
139 reviews
Price from
€ 38
per night

Bonheur at Karambunai is set in Kota Kinabalu and features a private pool and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy pool views.

It was the first time that we visited Saba.The villa is located 5 seconds walk to the peopless beach 🏖️ It was very much clean and cozy.We did spend a particular time here. Beside the host was really welcoming us and send a super delicious cake to the room for afternoon tea time 🫖 We definitely recommend you to stay at this place while your holiday . A relax and chill time to spend [Sun]

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9.4
Superb
141 reviews
Price from
€ 158
per night

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is allergy-free and is set 1.2 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

Sunset view and breakfast menu

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9.1
Superb
706 reviews
Price from
€ 136
per night

Providing free WiFi, parking on-site and a fitness centre, the recently renovated property of Lavender Homes @ Jesselton Quay Kota Kinabalu, offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu, 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 4.1 km from Likas City Mosque. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 4.3 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. The apartment has family rooms.

Super comfy, clean and spacious.

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9
Superb
129 reviews
Price from
€ 71
per night

1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos @ Jesselton Quay is a recently renovated property set in Kota Kinabalu and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. The property features mountain and pool views, and is 4.1 km from Likas City Mosque. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

perfect suite to relax and then explore the city. close enough to access everything, yet just out of the hassle and bustle of city centre. Service, help and contact with property owners was exceptional.

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9.5
Exceptional
750 reviews
Price from
€ 39
per night

Boasting an infinity pool, Nana Homestay - Jesselton quay features accommodation in Kota Kinabalu with free WiFi and sea views. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah. The apartment has family rooms.

Nice view and super super clean..The best i stayed so far in Kota Kinabalu. Very comfortable

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9.1
Superb
137 reviews
Price from
€ 56
per night

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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.
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Beach hotels that guests love in Kota Kinabalu

  • Avg. price/night: € 176.45
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 274 reviews
    The beach is beautiful and clean, the whole resort and gardens are immaculate. The staff are very friendly and helpful and it's a very family friendly resort. The only activities we did was kayaking in the lagoon and a cooking class which were both fun. The perfect place for some downtime and proper relaxation, especially a drink on the beach at sunset.
    Patrick
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 203.68
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,682 reviews
    We stayed in Ocean Wing and the room was very spacious. In overall the food in restaurants à la carte and buffet is good. They have a really great Spa at the hotel, which is definitely worth it. The pool area at ocean wing is very nice, as well as the beach. We did the sunset morning hike which was totally worth it.
    Lisa
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: € 232.12
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 255 reviews
    We booked one of the hillside lodges and had the private beach just in front of us. The lodge was spacy, comfortable, clean and luxurios with big windows faced to the sea. After the masses of daily tourists left the island at 4:30 pm it was quiet and calm. The staff was very friendly and polite. We would definetly recommend to go there and enjoy the cristal clear sea and sunsets.
    Rieke Walkling
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 232.12
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 255 reviews
    The location is wonderful. The private beach with shaded chairs provides an excellent escape from the crowds. Snorkeling is generally pretty good. Lots of activities available of your interested. The rooms are huge and the hilltop ones have a wonderful view of the ocean from the 2nd floor bedroom balcony. The staff are all very kind and helpful when available. The food is decent.
    Robert
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 287.01
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,250 reviews
    The breakfast buffet is great. The poolside service is fantastic. Our children loved the mini splash zone/ water slides and access to the private beach.
    DrMrsF
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 287.01
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,250 reviews
    It has its own private beach, the marina place is conveniently located in the hotel and they're very organised with the islands trips. Breakfast buffet is big and has everything for everyone. Excellent WiFi. The spa is beautiful and they have sunset tai chi classes.
    shooq
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: € 117.30
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 941 reviews
    the best location to watch sunset since the hotel hv its own private beach
    Medley
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: € 78.58
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,198 reviews
    We had a ground floor unit which is easily accessible to the pool and seaside. Spacious and Comfortable unit. A sunset walk along the beach was rewarding.
    IseultD
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: € 232.12
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 255 reviews
    Very beautiful hill side villa and private beach. Secluded when tourists are gone after 4 pm. Even though the corals are not that colorful, we saw a lot of different fishes. Staff members were very friendly and helpful. Walk to and sunset spot are picturesque.
    Mirjam
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: € 287.01
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 3,250 reviews
    Nice hotel and facilities even though a bit outdated, the kids loved the swimming pool and water slides. Very good breakfast buffet. Wonderful sunset view from the beach and sunset bar. It's very convenient to arrange boat trip to the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman park with packed lunch from the hotel.
    Raphaële
    Family with young children

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