Kota Kinabalu Hotels near Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Sky Hotel

7.9 / 10

(311 Reviews)

From 22$
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

8.8 / 10

(2772 Reviews)

From 155$
Hotel Garden

7.6 / 10

(82 Reviews)

From 27$
The Jesselton Hotel

8.0 / 10

(135 Reviews)

From 26$
King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu

8.8 / 10

(1025 Reviews)

From 33$

Busy with the hotel hunting and willing to stay near Kota Kinabalu International airport? If you're searching for hotels not far from Kota Kinabalu International airport, consider booking Seven Hotel or Jpod Capsule Hotel for about 23US$ per night or 11US$ per night.

Cities Nearby

  • Kota Kinabalu - 5.75 km
  • Ranau - 67.91 km
  • Kampong Kundassan - 58.33 km
  • Kota Belud - 62.36 km
  • Keningau - 66.93 km
  • Kampong Sembulan - 3.58 km

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Sky Hotel Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu Hotel Garden The Jesselton Hotel Hotels near Kota Kinabalu airport with shuttle King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu Kk Waterfront Hotel Hotel 11 Kota Kinabalu hotels near airport The Magellan Sutera Resort Lintas Plaza Hotel Ming Garden Hotel & Residences

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7.9
Very good
311 Reviews

Sky Hotel

📍 Lorong Kemajuan Karamunsing

From 22$

The 4-star Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu is set 1.2 km from the shopping mall "Centre Point" and 3.1 km from Gaya Street Sunday Market. Set close to IMAGO Shopping Mall, this venue boasts air-conditioned rooms along with entertainment activities, a flat-screen cable-TV and a bar available onsite.

Perfectly situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, the accommodation is only a few steps away from Desa Cattle Company. Central Wet Market is also a few minutes' drive away.

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8.8
Excellent
2772 Reviews

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

📍 20 Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru

From 155$

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is located 4.1 km from B.E.D (Best Entertainment Destination and offers dry cleaning service, valet parking and 24-hour security. The venue is placed in the centre of Kota Kinabalu, a stroll away from Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort.

Situated in Pantai Tanjung Aru district, the resort is set 3.1 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. Guests can find cabanas and towels on the white beach, set 800 metres away. Perdana Park is also a couple of minutes' drive away.

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7.6
Very good
82 Reviews

Hotel Garden

📍 No 3 Lorong Dewan Australian Palace

From 27$

Hotel Garden Kota Kinabalu is just 550 metres from City Park and features airport shuttle service, 24-hour front desk assistance and shopping service. The venue is located 5 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu and a couple of minutes' drive from B.E.D (Best Entertainment Destination.

Situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, the accommodation is set 1.1 km from Kk Plaza. Jesselton Point Marina is also located near the property.

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8
Very good
135 Reviews

The Jesselton Hotel

📍 69 Gaya Street

From 26$

Located 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, guests of 3-star The Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu may find a shared lounge, a bar and tea/coffee making facilities on-site. Central Wet Market is less than 1.5 km away.

The venue is set in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, within easy reach of City Park. The accommodation is set 5 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. The renowned domed Likas City Mosque is also within a few minutes drive from The Jesselton Hotel.

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8.8
Excellent
1025 Reviews

King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu

📍 Jalan Masjid Lama

From 33$

King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located next door to Atkinson Clock Tower and features 24-hour front desk, 24-hour security service and concierge service for guests' convenience. The venue is 2.1 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, while Likas Stadium is 2.6 km away.

The accommodation is set in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, in vicinity of Gaya Street Sunday Market. The property is 5 km from Kota Kinabalu city centre. The renowned domed Likas City Mosque is a few minutes' drive away.

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Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Airport nearby ✈️ Kota Kinabalu International
Average Price 💰 51$
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu 🏨 908
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 5041
Landmarks nearby 📍 Kota Kinabalu City Mosque, Sapi Island, Manukan Island, Mamutik Island, Lok Kawi Wildlife Park
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Sky Hotel
Hotel with a view 🔍 Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Family Hotel 👪 Hotel Garden

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6.8
Good
126 Reviews

Kk Waterfront Hotel

📍 Warisan Square, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens

From 42$

The venue is located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, 150 metres from the shopping mall "Centre Point". Set close to Warisan Square, this accommodation boasts non-smoking rooms along with tea/coffee making facilities and a flat-screen satellite TV available onsite.

The property is 5 km from the city centre and adjacent to Sabah State Mosque. It is also situated 1.6 km from Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Kk Waterfront Hotel is placed a few minutes' drive from City Park.

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7.1
Good
192 Reviews

Hotel 11

📍 No. 25 Jalan Pantai

From 25$

Lucky 11 Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, features a storage for belongings and a public parking. The venue is set in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, within easy reach of Merdeka Square.

This accommodation is in a 20-minute walk from The B.E.D. Waterfront Club. Kota Kinabalu city centre is 5 km away from the property. Central Wet Market is also a few minutes' drive away.

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8.5
Very good
1295 Reviews

The Magellan Sutera Resort

📍 1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard

From 137$

The Magellan Sutera Resort Kota Kinabalu, set just 1.4 km from the memorial park "Double Six Monument", offers a swimming pool as well as a fitness club. Situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, the venue is set 2.7 km from City Park.

The accommodation is set in a beach area of Kota Kinabalu. This hotel is located near the South China Sea. A short drive will take you to the shopping mall "Centre Point".

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7.7
Very good
363 Reviews

Lintas Plaza Hotel

📍 Lot 95 & 96, Lintas Plaza Phase 2C

From 20$

Hotel Lintas Plaza Kota Kinabalu is 3-star accommodation with a shared lounge, located about 4.8 km from The B.E.D. Waterfront Club. The venue provides 30 guestrooms appointed with free wireless internet, flat-screen TV and ironing facilities for a pleasant stay in Kota Kinabalu.

Situated in Lintas Plaza district, the hotel is set 4.3 km from the Sizable Tanjung Aru Sandy Beach. The city centre lies within 5 km of the property. Hotel Lintas Plaza is a short drive from Imago.

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8
Very good
90 Reviews

Ming Garden Hotel & Residences

📍 Lorong Ming Garden, Jalan Coastal

From 33$

Offering an outdoor swimming pool, a golf course and a sun deck, Ming Garden Hotel & Residences Kota Kinabalu is located less than 5 minutes by car from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. Thanks to its strategic location, the venue is easily accessible from IMAGO Shopping Mall and there is a motorway just steps away.

Situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, the accommodation is set 1.8 km from Central Wet Market. The hotel is set in a popular district of Kota Kinabalu. City Park is only a few minutes' drive away.

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8.1
Very good
1387 Reviews

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

📍 No. 4 Lorong Api-Api3

From 63$

Situated 1 km from Central Wet Market in Kota Kinabalu, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu features a free car park, a hairdresser and a swimming pool throughout the venue. It is 550 metres from Sabah State Mosque and a few steps from Oceanus Waterfront Mall.

Centrally located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, it overlooks the China Sea. The accommodation has a perfect location just a 5-minute walk to the beach. A short drive will take you to City Park.

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Kota Kinabalu Hotels near Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) FAQ
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What are the best cheap hotels to rent next to Kota Kinabalu International airport?
According to 1619 guest reviews, the most popular cheap hotels not far from Kota Kinabalu International airport are Hotel Lintas Plaza and Goldenhill Hotel, which provide airport transfer, 24-hour front desk assistance and room service.
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