Best hotels in Kota Kinabalu for families
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Best-rated
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Private beach
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Water slides
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu, merely a 5-minute walk from Pantai Dalit Beach, and offers a swimming pool. Featuring kayaking, sailing, and cycling along with a poolside bar at the premises, this resort overlooks the ocean and is nestled right near the Rasa Ria Reserve at Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort.
Guests can dine at Kozan Teppan-yaki within easy reach of the Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu.
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Water slides
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu, merely a 5-minute walk from Pantai Dalit Beach, and offers a swimming pool. Featuring kayaking, sailing, and cycling along with a poolside bar at the premises, this resort overlooks the ocean and is nestled right near the Rasa Ria Reserve at Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort.
Guests can dine at Kozan Teppan-yaki within easy reach of the Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu.
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Top location
Toojou Kota Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Children's play area
Situated just 1.1 km from the Weston Wetland Park, the 3-star Toojou Kota Kinabalu Hotel features live performances, a nightclub, and a games room. Among the facilities of the hotel there is a lift and a tour desk, along with Wi-Fi in public areas.
A lounge bar is available on site. Sri Latha Curry House is located 150 metres from this accommodation and serves Asian food.
Toojou Kota Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Children's play area
Toojou Kota Kinabalu
Situated just 1.1 km from the Weston Wetland Park, the 3-star Toojou Kota Kinabalu Hotel features live performances, a nightclub, and a games room. Among the facilities of the hotel there is a lift and a tour desk, along with Wi-Fi in public areas.
A lounge bar is available on site. Sri Latha Curry House is located 150 metres from this accommodation and serves Asian food.
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Guest favorite
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Steam room
- Children's menu
Centrally located 5 minutes' walk from the shopping mall "Centre Point", Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu hotel features rooms with views of the sea. Offering a fitness area, this hotel is within 200 metres of Tanjung Lipat.
The Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu features an à la carte restaurant serving local cuisine. There is a lounge bar on site. It offers a lounge, and overlooks ocean views. Serving Italian dishes, Favola Restaurant lies within easy reach of this 5-star hotel.
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Steam room
- Children's menu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Centrally located 5 minutes' walk from the shopping mall "Centre Point", Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu hotel features rooms with views of the sea. Offering a fitness area, this hotel is within 200 metres of Tanjung Lipat.
The Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu features an à la carte restaurant serving local cuisine. There is a lounge bar on site. It offers a lounge, and overlooks ocean views. Serving Italian dishes, Favola Restaurant lies within easy reach of this 5-star hotel.
Best Luxury Family Hotels Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre By Ihg
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Garden area
- Children's buffet
Located around 20 minutes' walk from the Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market, the smoke-free Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre By Ihg features Wi-Fi in public areas and a parking garage on site. Staying at the 4-star inn, guests can discover an entertainment area, in the vicinity of shopping venues like the shopping mall "Centre Point".
The lounge bar provides you with a place to unwind. Welcome Seafood Restaurant offers Asian dishes and is situated just 1.1 km away.
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre By Ihg
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Garden area
- Children's buffet
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre By Ihg
Located around 20 minutes' walk from the Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market, the smoke-free Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre By Ihg features Wi-Fi in public areas and a parking garage on site. Staying at the 4-star inn, guests can discover an entertainment area, in the vicinity of shopping venues like the shopping mall "Centre Point".
The lounge bar provides you with a place to unwind. Welcome Seafood Restaurant offers Asian dishes and is situated just 1.1 km away.
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Great deal
Jpod Capsule Hotel
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 2.53 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Located around a 25-minute walk from the Signal Hill Observatory Tower, Jpod Capsule Hotel Kota Kinabalu includes 30 rooms with views of the city. There is Wi-Fi, provided in public areas.
This smoke-free hotel offers the à la carte restaurant serving European specialities. Green Table treats guests with healthy dishes and lies 250 metres away.
Jpod Capsule Hotel
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 2.53 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Family rooms
Jpod Capsule Hotel
Located around a 25-minute walk from the Signal Hill Observatory Tower, Jpod Capsule Hotel Kota Kinabalu includes 30 rooms with views of the city. There is Wi-Fi, provided in public areas.
This smoke-free hotel offers the à la carte restaurant serving European specialities. Green Table treats guests with healthy dishes and lies 250 metres away.
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Eco-friendly stay
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's pool
Nestled in the picturesque Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, approximately 15 minutes' walk from Central Wet Market, the modern Hilton Kota Kinabalu Hotel features a rooftop swimming pool and views of the city. The 5-star hotel is in the vicinity of the local food market and invites guests to one of the 4 onsite restaurants.
The hotel offers a menu of halal cuisine, which you can taste in the à la carte Drip restaurant. The pool bar offers alcoholic drinks and snacks, including seafood and grills.
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's pool
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Nestled in the picturesque Downtown Kota Kinabalu district, approximately 15 minutes' walk from Central Wet Market, the modern Hilton Kota Kinabalu Hotel features a rooftop swimming pool and views of the city. The 5-star hotel is in the vicinity of the local food market and invites guests to one of the 4 onsite restaurants.
The hotel offers a menu of halal cuisine, which you can taste in the à la carte Drip restaurant. The pool bar offers alcoholic drinks and snacks, including seafood and grills.
5 Star Family Hotels Kota Kinabalu
King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Children's menu
The fantastic King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu lies just 1.1 km from the local food market, and features a restaurant and a storage for belongings. The highlights of the 3-star smoke-free hotel include a lift and free newspapers, it also offers Wi-Fi in the rooms.
King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu has a selection of American dishes in Melting Pot restaurant.
King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-bar
- Children's menu
King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The fantastic King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu lies just 1.1 km from the local food market, and features a restaurant and a storage for belongings. The highlights of the 3-star smoke-free hotel include a lift and free newspapers, it also offers Wi-Fi in the rooms.
King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu has a selection of American dishes in Melting Pot restaurant.
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Just opened
The Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, The Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels Kota Kinabalu is 5 minutes' drive from the Merdeka Shopping Complex. Located a short way from IMAGO Shopping Mall, this hotel comprises 115 rooms and 5 restaurants.
At the Asian Jojo Gastrobar restaurant you can enjoy Asian dishes.
The Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels
- Restaurant
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
The Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels
Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, The Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels Kota Kinabalu is 5 minutes' drive from the Merdeka Shopping Complex. Located a short way from IMAGO Shopping Mall, this hotel comprises 115 rooms and 5 restaurants.
At the Asian Jojo Gastrobar restaurant you can enjoy Asian dishes.
The Klagan Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Children's buffet
The smoke-free The Klagan Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located in the Downtown Kota Kinabalu district of Kota Kinabalu, only 500 metres from the Weston Wetland Park, features views of the courtyard. This 3-star hotel has an Asian restaurant serving halal cuisine and is situated a short way from the Warisan Square.
Guests can try breakfast, usually served at one of the on-site restaurants, for example at Wanyan Rooftop. The lounge bar is ideal for a relaxing drink.
The Klagan Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Children's buffet
The Klagan Hotel
The smoke-free The Klagan Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located in the Downtown Kota Kinabalu district of Kota Kinabalu, only 500 metres from the Weston Wetland Park, features views of the courtyard. This 3-star hotel has an Asian restaurant serving halal cuisine and is situated a short way from the Warisan Square.
Guests can try breakfast, usually served at one of the on-site restaurants, for example at Wanyan Rooftop. The lounge bar is ideal for a relaxing drink.
Cheap Family Hotels Kota Kinabalu
Ming Scsp Tweenie
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Kids club
Ming Scsp Tweenie Kota Kinabalu hotel, located a 13-minute walk from the Mamutik Island, features Wi-Fi in the rooms. There is also a car park.
Welcome Seafood Restaurant serves Malaysian dishes and lies 1.1 km away.
Ming Scsp Tweenie
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Kids club
Ming Scsp Tweenie
Ming Scsp Tweenie Kota Kinabalu hotel, located a 13-minute walk from the Mamutik Island, features Wi-Fi in the rooms. There is also a car park.
Welcome Seafood Restaurant serves Malaysian dishes and lies 1.1 km away.
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
The lovely Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel enjoys a central location and provides easy access to Gaya Street Sunday Market, a place where guests can shop, located about 7 km away. Featuring views of the garden, this 3-star smoke-free hotel includes a restaurant with local cuisine and a lounge bar.
The Asian Gabion RE restaurant in Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel offers dishes for brunch. Offering guests mountain views, the bar features a happy hour and WiFi. You can visit a restaurant situated close by and taste Asian cuisine.
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam
The lovely Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel enjoys a central location and provides easy access to Gaya Street Sunday Market, a place where guests can shop, located about 7 km away. Featuring views of the garden, this 3-star smoke-free hotel includes a restaurant with local cuisine and a lounge bar.
The Asian Gabion RE restaurant in Ibis Styles Kota Kinabalu Inanam Hotel offers dishes for brunch. Offering guests mountain views, the bar features a happy hour and WiFi. You can visit a restaurant situated close by and taste Asian cuisine.
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's pool
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the fantastic Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel Kota Kinabalu is situated in the very heart of the shopping Downtown Kota Kinabalu district just 7 minutes' walk from the Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market. This 5-star smoke-free hotel is located right near Gaya Street Sunday Market and welcomes its guests to use a sauna, a shared lounge, and recreational facilities or to enjoy Indian cuisine in the onsite Indian restaurant.
This Kota Kinabalu hotel has 4 restaurants which serve a wide range of cuisines, including Indian, Chinese, and Asian. Food options for dinner are available at the on-site Tanjung Ria Kitchen restaurant, where guests will enjoy ocean views. Also, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel features a lounge bar.
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, the fantastic Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel Kota Kinabalu is situated in the very heart of the shopping Downtown Kota Kinabalu district just 7 minutes' walk from the Kota Kinabalu Handicraft Market. This 5-star smoke-free hotel is located right near Gaya Street Sunday Market and welcomes its guests to use a sauna, a shared lounge, and recreational facilities or to enjoy Indian cuisine in the onsite Indian restaurant.
This Kota Kinabalu hotel has 4 restaurants which serve a wide range of cuisines, including Indian, Chinese, and Asian. Food options for dinner are available at the on-site Tanjung Ria Kitchen restaurant, where guests will enjoy ocean views. Also, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu Hotel features a lounge bar.
Kota Kinabalu All Inclusive Hotels for Families
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's pool
The 4-star environmentally friendly The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located about 25 minutes on foot from Central Wet Market, offers a swimming pool, Wi-Fi in public areas. Boasting an à la carte restaurant, this Kota Kinabalu hotel is also 2.1 km from entertainment venues like the Jesselton Point.
The on-site restaurant, Tangerine, serves international cuisine for breakfast. The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay.
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Children's pool
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The 4-star environmentally friendly The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located about 25 minutes on foot from Central Wet Market, offers a swimming pool, Wi-Fi in public areas. Boasting an à la carte restaurant, this Kota Kinabalu hotel is also 2.1 km from entertainment venues like the Jesselton Point.
The on-site restaurant, Tangerine, serves international cuisine for breakfast. The lounge bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay.
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 1.26 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's pool
The fantastic 4-star Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located within 5 minutes' drive of Tamu Putatan Fresh Food Market, offers an adult pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. This Kota Kinabalu hotel offers a grand ballroom and versatile function rooms and sits 3.5 km from the Monsopiad Heritage Village.
Coffee House restaurant specialises in halal cuisine and features views of the pool. Boasting city views, the pool bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay.
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
- Restaurant
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Car park
US$ 1.26 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's pool
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The fantastic 4-star Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu, located within 5 minutes' drive of Tamu Putatan Fresh Food Market, offers an adult pool and Wi-Fi in public areas. This Kota Kinabalu hotel offers a grand ballroom and versatile function rooms and sits 3.5 km from the Monsopiad Heritage Village.
Coffee House restaurant specialises in halal cuisine and features views of the pool. Boasting city views, the pool bar will set you up nicely for enjoying your stay.
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
The smoke-free Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu is situated in a prime touristic area of Kota Kinabalu, a mere 1.3 km from I Love KK and nearly a 25-minute walk from the memorial park "Double Six Monument". This 4-star hotel in proximity to the Kota Kinabalu City Waterfront pampers its guests with an outdoor swimming pool as well as a steam bath and a hot tub.
Dynasty Restaurant with Chinese cuisine is located merely a 5-minute stroll away.
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
- In-room breakfast
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Children's menu
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The smoke-free Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu is situated in a prime touristic area of Kota Kinabalu, a mere 1.3 km from I Love KK and nearly a 25-minute walk from the memorial park "Double Six Monument". This 4-star hotel in proximity to the Kota Kinabalu City Waterfront pampers its guests with an outdoor swimming pool as well as a steam bath and a hot tub.
Dynasty Restaurant with Chinese cuisine is located merely a 5-minute stroll away.
Family Hotels In Downtown Kota Kinabalu
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Beach access
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Children's pool
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island Kota Kinabalu hotel, located just moments from Pulau Manukan, features guided snorkelling trips. Boasting a location just 450 m from Manukan Island, this 4-star resort includes 40 rooms and an outdoor swimming pool.
Offering local dishes, the à la carte restaurant features sea views. Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island hotel has a lounge bar with a wide range of laid-back drinks.
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Shuttle service
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Children's pool
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island Kota Kinabalu hotel, located just moments from Pulau Manukan, features guided snorkelling trips. Boasting a location just 450 m from Manukan Island, this 4-star resort includes 40 rooms and an outdoor swimming pool.
Offering local dishes, the à la carte restaurant features sea views. Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island hotel has a lounge bar with a wide range of laid-back drinks.
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Beach access
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Sauna
- Aqua park
Found 1.1 km from the Sizable Tanjung Aru Sandy Beach in the Pantai Tanjung Aru district of Kota Kinabalu, the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel provides 3 outdoor tennis courts. Situated in close proximity to the Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort, the resort has an infinity swimming pool and also includes a steam room, a sauna, and a foot bath.
Guests can relax and have a snack in the poolside bar. The restaurant Coco-Joe's Bar & Grill is in the vicinity of the Shangri-La Tanjung Aru.
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
- BBQ facilities
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Separate tub and shower
- Sauna
- Aqua park
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Found 1.1 km from the Sizable Tanjung Aru Sandy Beach in the Pantai Tanjung Aru district of Kota Kinabalu, the 5-star Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu hotel provides 3 outdoor tennis courts. Situated in close proximity to the Shangri-la's Tanjung Aru Resort, the resort has an infinity swimming pool and also includes a steam room, a sauna, and a foot bath.
Guests can relax and have a snack in the poolside bar. The restaurant Coco-Joe's Bar & Grill is in the vicinity of the Shangri-La Tanjung Aru.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Family Hotels in Kota Kinabalu, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu |
8.9 / 10 (1464 Reviews) |
From 42$ | |
| Toojou Kota Kinabalu |
8.3 / 10 (840 Reviews) |
From 13$ | |
| Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu |
8.8 / 10 (2009 Reviews) |
From 67$ | |
| Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre By Ihg |
8.7 / 10 (1559 Reviews) |
From 38$ | |
| Jpod Capsule Hotel |
8.7 / 10 (256 Reviews) |
From 11$ |