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Popular hotels in Sabah

Discover well-known properties in Sabah that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 3,367 hotels in Sabah and price data was last updated on 24 April 2025. The average price for a hotel in Sabah is €131/night.
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1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
This modern resort in Kota Kinabalu provides complimentary Wi-Fi, as well as an outdoor pool and a private beach. Guests also have exclusive access to the Chavana Spa and Swimming Pool. The Pacific Sutera provides a golf course, meeting rooms and a playground. There is also free private parking on site for guests with a car. The resort also has its very own night club, Breeze Beach Club. The rooms are air conditioned and include a mini bar, a coffee maker and a refrigerator. They have an en suite bathroom with slippers, a shower and bathrobes. During their stay at The Pacific Sutera, guests can dine at Silk Garden Restaurant, which offers seafood and Chinese specialties. Breakfast is available each morning and can be savoured in the comfort of the rooms. Other dining options are also on-site. The Pacific Sutera is surrounded by the area's well-known sightseeing attractions, including the Double Six Monument, which is a short walk away. The helpful staff at the tour desk are available to book and organise activities in Kota Kinabalu.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
3533 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
54, Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Hotel Eden54 is located in Kota Kinabalu and features free Wi-Fi. It offers 3-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms. The hotel features an all-hours reception, plus a concierge and luggage storage. For added convenience, it offers a tour desk, a ticket service and room service. Every room at Hotel Eden54 features a flat-screen TV and all the essentials for a comfortable stay. The bathrooms have a shower and offer a hair dryer. Hotel Eden54 is conveniently situated for sightseeing in Kota Kinabalu with Atkinson Clock Tower within walking distance. The hotel is located within a 10-minute stroll of Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal.
8.3
Excellent
265 reviews
Location
1.5 km from city centre
Tb 224-227, Lot 1-4, Jalan Bunga, Fajar, Tawau, Malaysia
Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to St. Patrick's Anglican Church Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include a sauna, spa services, and a business center. Shervinton Executive Boutique Hotel offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
1190 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
5, Jalan Padang, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Atkinson Clock Tower This hotel features a restaurant, 24-hour room service, and conference space. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, concierge services, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities are onsite. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu offers 160 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers, slippers, bidets, and complimentary toiletries. This Kota Kinabalu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
8.3
Excellent
3058 reviews
Location
0.8 km from city centre
Block 83, Town Centre, 4th Avenue, Sandakan, Malaysia
Hotel in Sandakan with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk 2 restaurants, concierge services, and dry cleaning are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services. Hotel Sandakan offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water. This Sandakan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and bidets. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
1304 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
Mile 1 1/2, Jalan Leila, Sandakan, Malaysia
Hotel in Sandakan with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant Along with a restaurant, this hotel has a business center and conference space. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, wedding services, and a garden are onsite. Sanbay Hotel offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
262 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
Jalan Utara, Mile 4, Sandakan, Malaysia
Hotel with free parking, near Sandakan Rainforest Park This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a meeting room. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers are onsite. Livingston Hotel offers 275 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Sandakan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.1
Excellent
1258 reviews
Location
4.4 km from city centre
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Discover a true urban sanctuary at Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu. Edging the waterfront, our luxury Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, hotel is perfectly located in the heart of the city's central business, retail, and entertainment district. Immerse yourself in comfort amid stylish hotel accommodations featuring stunning sea and city views, contemporary amenities, and refined design elements inspired by the eclectic beauty of Sabah Borneo, Malaysia. Upgrade your stay to Le Méridien Club or suite rooms to enjoy exclusive access to the panoramic sea-view Club Lounge. Explore Kota Kinabalu's many cultural fascinations, and complete the experience with distinctive local and international cuisine at our restaurants. Celebrate or succeed in sophisticated event and meeting venues, and relax with creative cocktails as you enjoy a sunset in motion at our rooftop bar. Designed to inspire your senses, Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is a 5-star haven in a vibrant destination.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
2866 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools Catch some rays on Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants. Change of towels is available on request. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu offers 498 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. A private beach, 3 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the resort. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a health club. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the health club or fitness facility. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Pool
8.8
Excellent
3754 reviews
Location
4.0 km from city centre
€175
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Housed in a 20th-century property in Kota Kinabalu, The Magellan Sutera combines an old-world feel with 21st century amenities, such as a private beach and an outdoor pool. Guests also have exclusive access to the Mandara Spa and Fitness centre. The resort treats guests to a variety of recreational amenities and services, such as billiards and an 18-hole golf course called Golf Course & Driving Range. Free wireless internet is provided for those guests who want to stay connected while travelling. Little Magellan & Children Playground and Swimming Pool are also available for those staying on the property. The rooms are air conditioned and include a mini bar, a private balcony and a coffee maker. They have an en suite bathroom with slippers, a hair dryer and bathrobes. The Magellan Sutera boasts convenient dining options, including Mediterranean dishes at Al Fresco and Italian meals at Ferdinand's. Breakfast is available each morning and can be savoured in the comfort of the rooms. Other dining options are also on-site. Situated just 10-minutes' car ride from Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre, the resort provides free private parking on site. The staff at the tour desk are available to book and organise activities in Kota Kinabalu.
8.6
Excellent
4302 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
€107

Travel insights for hotels in Sabah

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Sabah including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Sabah?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Sabah is December (€28). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sabah is September (€364).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Sabah?

The cheapest day to stay in Sabah is Wednesday (€28). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is €331.

How much is a hotel in Sabah tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Sabah tonight starting as low as €9, rising to an average cost of €38, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €21 for a 4-star hotel in Sabah for tonight.

How much is a Sabah hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Sabah this weekend for as little as €11/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €11/night. For a 4-star hotel in Sabah, the cheapest rate recently found was €23/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Sabah?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 4 days before your trip to Sabah. The lowest price found when booking 4 days ahead was €19 per night.

Top-rated Sabah hotels

Browse through properties in Sabah that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 3,367 properties in Sabah and data was last updated on 24 April 2025.
Our users rated these Sabah hotels among the best places to stay. Skim through hotel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
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Sepilok, Malaysia
0.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€48
Avg. per night
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
€204
Avg. per night
Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€53
Avg. per night
63 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€44
Avg. per night
Lorong Kemajuan Karamunsing, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€19
Avg. per night
Kampung Samuruh, Ranau, Malaysia
7.9 km from city centre
Parking
€38
Avg. per night
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€34
Avg. per night
Block H, Lot 1 & 2, Jalan Lintas Highway, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€12
Avg. per night
Lot B5 & B6, Semporna Seafront Resort Township, Semporna, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€36
Avg. per night
Mile 1, Jalan Kuhara, Tawau, Malaysia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€23
Avg. per night
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens PO Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€22
Avg. per night
Lorong Ming Garden, Jalan Coastal, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€28
Avg. per night
Ranau, Malaysia
10.8 km from city centre
€18
Avg. per night
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, 1a Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€62
Avg. per night
Blk B, Unit 2&3, Warisan Square, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€24
Avg. per night
Malohom Bay, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€162
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 €8 per night. There is currently one property in Sabah that can be booked for this price. Escape Backpackers Kk is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sabah. Price data was last updated on 24 April 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Sabah at the moment. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€8
Avg. per night
1, 2, 3 Floor, No 23, Jalan Tugu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€8
Avg. per night
Block A, Lot 6.7.8, Beverly Hill, Bundusan Plaza Penampang, Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
5.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€9
Avg. per night
1st And 2nd Floor, No.74, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€9
Avg. per night
Leila Road Town Cnetre P.O Box No.184, Sandakan, Malaysia
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€10
Avg. per night
Kampung Bilit, W.D.T 39, Sukau, Malaysia
11.6 km from city centre
Parking
Airport shuttle
€10
Avg. per night
13, Jalan Perpaduan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€10
Avg. per night
Lot 4, 2nd Floor, Block M, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€11
Avg. per night
No. 2, Jalan Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€11
Avg. per night
Lot 3A - 4B Block 22 4th Avenue, Sandakan, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€11
Avg. per night
Lot 12 Lorong Perpaduan, Kg. Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€11
Avg. per night
3rd Floor, Lot 3.3-3.11, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€11
Avg. per night
0.5 KM Jalan Ranau-Tamparuli, Ranau, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
€11
Avg. per night
Mile 6, Jalan Putatan, Papar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€11
Avg. per night
Lot 161-166, Block D, Avenue 5, Sandakan, Malaysia
7.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€12
Avg. per night
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
18.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€12
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 24 April 2025.
Prices on hotels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hotel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.
4 stars +
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
€107
Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3 stars
Tb 224-227, Lot 1-4, Jalan Bunga, Fajar, Tawau, Malaysia
5, Jalan Padang, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Block A3, Bandar Labuk Jaya, Mile 7, Labuk Road, Sandakan, Malaysia
Pom Pom Island Resort, Pulau Pom Pom, Malaysia
€272
Lorong Kemajuan Karamunsing, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
2 stars and under
54, Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
C-16-G, Signature Office, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
Lot 12 Lorong Perpaduan, Kg. Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Lot 4, 2nd Floor, Block M, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Other accommodations in Sabah

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Kinabalu National Park, Mt. Kinabalu, Ranau, Malaysia
14.8 km from city centre
€28
Avg. per night
Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€12
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Sabah

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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 24 April 2025.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Sabah?

    Users favour staying in areas such as Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, and Kundasang. Consider these locations when searching for your desired stay.

  • What are the best hotels in Sabah?

    One of the most popular hotels in Sabah is Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu, which has been reviewed by 1,488 users and currently has a rating of 8.5/10. Other top-rated locations include Hotel 7 Suria and Gaya Island Resort, which have received 8.8/10 and 8.5/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near Manukan Island?

    With a rating of 8.5/10 from 843 reviews, Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island is a hotel close to Manukan Island that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Sabah near Gaya Street Sunday Market?

    Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is the hotel close to Gaya Street Sunday Market that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 2,866 reviews rating it at 8.9/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Asia City?

    Close to Asia City you will find Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, which has a rating of 8.9 over 2,866 HotelsCombined reviews.

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

    If you want to stay in a popular city in Sabah that guarantees a lot of fun things to do and sights to see, then we recommend visiting either Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, or Kundasang – all popular options according to our users.

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

    The most popular landmark in Sabah is Manukan Island located in Kota Kinabalu, followed by Gaya Street Sunday Market and Asia City, located in Kota Kinabalu and Kota Kinabalu, respectively. Depending on where and how long you plan on staying in Sabah, you may be able to visit at least one of these cities.

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