Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Hotel, 
Pacific Sutera Hotel, 
Nexus Hotel, If you’re looking for cheap hotels in Kota Kinabalu, you’ve come to the right place. We compare hotel prices across the globe to help you find the best-value break. If you don’t have a specific date in mind, try searching by month. You’ll find that hotel prices are usually cheapest in December, so keep your eyes peeled for low rates. At the other end of the spectrum, March is the most expensive time to visit Kota Kinabalu, but last-minute deals sometimes crop up at this time of year.
Hotel prices in Kota Kinabalu vary depending on the type of hotel you’re after. Currently, the cheapest hotel is Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu, where 7 nights in June will cost you just £13pppn.
Hotels in Kota Kinabalu tend to book up fairly quickly. To increase your chances of getting a good price, it’s best to book 31 weeks in advance.
Most people stay in Kota Kinabalu for 15 days on average. You can stay for less time, of course – just make sure you have enough time to tick off the big attractions. It’ll be very crowded during high season, March, while December is when Kota Kinabalu is at its quietest.