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Popular hotels in Sabah

Discover well-known properties in Sabah that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 2,994 hotels in Sabah and price data was last updated on 25 April 2024. The average price for a hotel in Sabah is S$ 130/night.
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Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Offering views of Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu is located in a well-known shopping area, plus boasts a sauna and an outdoor pool. It also provides free private parking on site and the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque and Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre are a brief car trip away.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
1788 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
S$ 98
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Boasting an outdoor pool, a sauna and a Jacuzzi, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is situated in Kota Kinabalu and provides modern accommodation. It offers 5-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
2790 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
S$ 123
41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre is situated in Kota Kinabalu and is close to the area's tourist attractions. It offers complimentary Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and an express check-in and check-out feature.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.0
Excellent
2936 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
S$ 59
No 4, Lorong Api-Api 3, Api-Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
This modern hotel in Kota Kinabalu provides complimentary wireless internet, as well as an executive floor and a ballroom. It offers 4-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
2616 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
S$ 65
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
The hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu and is close to Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre. It also offers an outdoor pool, massage services and a sauna.
8.9
Excellent
2043 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
S$ 117
Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Set between a beachfront and a nature reserve, Shangri-La Rasa Ria Kota Kinabalu features relaxing stays in elegantly furnished guest rooms, award-winning restaurants, and a selection of therapeutic treatments at the spa. It is a 5-star accommodation overlooking the South China Sea.
8.8
Excellent
1715 reviews
Location
21.5 km from city centre
S$ 197
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Located in Kota Kinabalu, The Pacific Sutera provides modern 5-star accommodation, as well as an outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and a private beach. Guests also have exclusive access to the Chavana Spa and Swimming Pool.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
1977 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
S$ 123
No. 1 Jalan Tangki, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Located in Kota Kinabalu, Hotel Palace is within a 15-minute drive of Kota Kinabalu International Airport and provides a swimming pool, an outdoor pool and a Jacuzzi. It has a gym, as well as a free shuttle service, a ballroom and a sauna.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
637 reviews
Location
0.3 km from city centre
S$ 59
75, Bandaran Berjaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Boasting a popular location, Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu commands views of Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park and Kota Kinabalu, and is moments from Atkinson Clock Tower. Some of the popular features on offer at this cosy 3-star hotel include complimentary on-site parking and Wi-Fi.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
1966 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
S$ 38
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel provides 5-star accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. It offers complimentary Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and meeting rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.8
Excellent
1577 reviews
Location
0.5 km from city centre
S$ 144

Tips for booking hotels in Sabah

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Sabah. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Cheapest month:March
Most expensive month:February
Average price in Sabah:S$ 130/night
Cheapest price found:S$ 10/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Friday
S$ 85 - S$ 161
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
S$ 95 - S$ 203
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Top-rated Sabah hotels

Browse through properties in Sabah that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 2,994 properties in Sabah and data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Some of the best Sabah hotel options as decided by our users. Narrow down your search by reading user reviews, hotel descriptions, and amenities.
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Polish Bay Gaya Island Po Box 22036, 88778 Luyang Kota Kinabalu, Borneo Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 305
Avg. per night
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.0 km from city centre
Pool
S$ 242
Avg. per night
Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 68
Avg. per night
Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
5.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 245
Avg. per night
Lorong Kemajuan Karamunsing, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 37
Avg. per night
Lot 95, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 33
Avg. per night
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.6 km from city centre
S$ 153
Avg. per night
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 42
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Sabah, Malaysia

Discover affordable stays in Sabah that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Sabah can be found for as low as S$ 10 per night. There is currently one property in Sabah that can be booked for this price. Rocky Mountain Lodge is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sabah. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024
These Sabah properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Prices will typically fluctuate depending on the dates selected, star rating of hotel, and hotel location.
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Jalan Cinta Mata Mesilou, Kundasang, Malaysia
4.4 km from city centre
S$ 10
Avg. per night
Lot 12 Lorong Perpaduan, Kg. Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 11
Avg. per night
Mile 6, Jalan Putatan, Papar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 14
Avg. per night
Level 1 - 5, Unit 29, Building No E, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 16
Avg. per night
Kg. Kalanggaan, Mile 35, Ranau, Malaysia
15.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 19
Avg. per night
Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
S$ 19
Avg. per night
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
18.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 19
Avg. per night
Kg. Kundasang, Ranau, Malaysia
9.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 27
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Sabah

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Sabah to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Sabah at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
An overview of the average price of hotels by hotel class in the Sabah. You'll also find the most popular and best value properties within each hotel class.
2 stars
2 stars and under
Jalan Hospital, Semporna, Malaysia
S$ 34
Level 1 - 5, Unit 29, Building No E, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
S$ 16
Jalan Cinta Mata Mesilou, Kundasang, Malaysia
S$ 10
3 stars
3 stars
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
S$ 42
75, Bandaran Berjaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
S$ 38
Kg. Kalanggaan, Mile 35, Ranau, Malaysia
S$ 19
4 stars
4 stars +
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
S$ 123
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
S$ 98

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Other accommodations in Sabah

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Sabah.
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Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
S$ 19
Avg. per night
Level 1 - 5, Unit 29, Building No E, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
S$ 16
Avg. per night
House 35, Jalan Setesen Jalan Mat Salleh, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
S$ 49
Avg. per night
Batu 38, Bundu Tuhan, Ranau, Malaysia
14.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
S$ 41
Avg. per night
PV 139, Pecinct Dillenia, Telipok, Malaysia
9.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
S$ 65
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Sabah

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Sabah to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 25 April 2024.
Utilize the map to find properties close to the Sabah area(s) or attractions you plan on visiting. Clicking a property's name will unlock more information and allow you to book that particular hotel.

Facts about staying in Sabah

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Sabah to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Sabah?

    Kota Kinabalu, Kundasang, and Semporna are some of the most favoured places to stay in Sabah.

  • What are the best hotels in Sabah?

    Sabah is home to many highly-rated hotels, one of which is Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, which has a current rating of 9.0. For other potential stays, consider Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, which can also be great places to stay in Sabah.

  • What is a good hotel near Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman?

    With a rating of 8.4/10 from 285 reviews, Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island is a hotel close to Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Sabah near Karamunsing Complex?

    Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is a hotel near Karamunsing Complex that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 9.0 from 2,790 reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near Gaya Street Sunday Market?

    If you’re planning to stay near Gaya Street Sunday Market, you should consider Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, which has a score of 9.0 from 2,790 reviews.

  • When is the best time to stay in Sabah?

    The best time to stay in Sabah is sometime during March when prices are at their lowest. On average, a place to stay in Sabah during March will cost S$ 10/night. Try to avoid booking a stay during February in Sabah because prices will be at their highest, which is around S$ 130/night.

  • What is the most popular city in Sabah to stay in?

    Kota Kinabalu is the most popular city in Sabah. Many of our users have also opted to stay in either Kundasang or Semporna, which are other popular options.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Sabah?

    Shangri-La Hotels & Resorts is the most popular hotel chain in Sabah, followed by Hyatt Regency Hotels and Design Hotels - Marriott Bonvoy according to our user data.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Sabah?

    Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman, Karamunsing Complex, and Gaya Street Sunday Market are the most popular landmarks in Sabah according to our data. You can experience Taman Negara Tunku Abdul Rahman if you plan to visit Kota Kinabalu. You can visit Karamunsing Complex if you stay in Kota Kinabalu. Gaya Street Sunday Market is accessible while staying in Kota Kinabalu.

  • How much does a hotel cost in Sabah?

    In Sabah, the average nightly cost of a hotel is S$ 135, providing a reasonable accommodation option for budget-conscious travellers. The average price to stay in Sabah for a week is S$ 944.

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