5-Star Hotels in Sabah, Malaysia

A luxurious destination for vacationers and business travelers alike, Sheraton Kota Kinabalu offers an elevated haven of relaxation, wellbeing, and timeless sophistication. Occupying a lofty position in one of Borneo's tallest towers, our hotel is ideally placed within the vibrant heart of Kota Kinabalu. Many of the city's top attractions are within walking distance, including Gaya Street Sunday Market and Centre Point Sabah, while Tanjung Aru Beach is just a short drive away. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu is curated with 307 elegant guest rooms and suites, each blending spacious dimensions with contemporary comforts. Our hotel features a collection of dining options, showcasing delicious cuisine to suit every taste, while crafted cocktails are savored with sunset views at the rooftop bar. Experience world-class wellness at the Shine Spa, followed by a fitness center workout or a swim. There are also tasteful event spaces for hosting exceptional functions, from destination weddings to meetings, galas, and more.

With a stay at Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B, you'll be centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, steps from Imago Shopping Mall and 6 minutes by foot from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Gleneagles Hospital and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Plaza Wawasan. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers body treatments and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools, a waterslide, and a sauna. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. Grab a bite to eat at KFC, one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 20 restaurants and 20 coffee shops/cafes. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 24 air-conditioned rooms featuring free minibar items. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and Egyptian cotton sheets. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu is the first Hyatt Centric hotel in Southeast Asia, offering intrepid explorers the ideal launchpad into Sabah and its abundant natural beauty and indigenous cultures with its prime location in the coastal city’s downtown area. Crowned with a double-edged infinity rooftop swimming pool, a duplex dining destination ON22 restaurant and ON23 Sky Bar with stunning sunset views, and a 24-hour fitness centre, the hotel features spacious guestrooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows and a private balcony overlooking the bustling city or lush green hills. Connecting guests to the heart of the action, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu is within walking distance to shopping malls, local cafes, entertainment and the Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal from which guests can embark on island-hopping adventures. The Sabah International Convention Centre and Likas Sports Complex are a five-minute drive from the hotel, while the Kota Kinabalu international Airport is within a 15-minute drive.

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, within a 5-minute walk of Handicraft Market and KK Plaza. This 5-star hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Centre Point and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a fitness center. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Enjoy international cuisine at Latest Recipe, one of the hotel's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Asian and Western breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Kota Kinabalu? This hotel has facilities measuring 4962 square feet (461 square meters), including a conference center. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 412 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms feature separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads and designer toiletries.

Set amidst 400 acres of tropical paradise in Sabah, Malaysia, the award-winning Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu is a luxury sanctuary where the rainforest meets the South China Sea. The resort features a 64-acre private nature reserve, a 3-km stretch of pristine white sand beach, and the prestigious Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club with its world-class 18-hole championship course. Guests can choose from the Garden Wing, ideal for families and friends with tranquil, nature-inspired rooms, or indulge in the Ocean Wing, where spacious suites feature private outdoor bathtubs, large balconies, and exclusive access to an outdoor jacuzzi. With over 60 recreational activities, from watersports and horse riding along the beach to guided rainforest treks, birdwatching, and wildlife encounters, adventure awaits at every turn. Families are well cared for with dedicated kids’ programs, while couples and adults can savour the romance of spectacular sunset views over the South China Sea, best enjoyed with cocktails at the beachside Sampan Bar. Culinary journeys span across six dining venues, including Japanese teppanyaki at Kozan, authentic Malaysian cuisine at Tepi Laut, Italian-inspired grills at Oceano, and more—ensuring every meal is memorable. Just 40 minutes from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Shangri-La Rasa Ria is the ultimate escape into nature, adventure, and luxury.

With a stay at Loft B Imago Mall Sunset Seaview Golf Course 8-9pax 3Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms, you'll be all set to unwind after a day of travel. During your stay, treat yourself with a visit to the on-site sauna. The fitness room provides a place for guests to work out. You'll find a restaurant at the property with a variety of dining options available. Finish your day off with a drink at the bar. At this apartment, you'll have access to a garden and children's playground. Parking is available at the property.

With a stay at Hilton Kota Kinabalu, you'll be centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, a 9-minute walk from Centre Point and 11 minutes by foot from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade. This 5-star hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Kota Kinabalu Central Market and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Gaya Street Sunday Market. Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include wireless Internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and wedding services. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge). Enjoy international cuisine at Urban Kitchen, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 304 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and minibars. 47-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected. Private bathrooms have designer toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks.

With a stay at Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, you'll be centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, steps from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center and within a 5-minute walk of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Gaya Street Sunday Market and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Enjoy international cuisine at Tanjung Ria Kitchen, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Need to unwind? Take a break at The Lounge or Mosaic Cafe. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. This hotel has 6 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in the air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Partially open bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Recently classified as an ASEAN Green Hotel, the picturesque Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is a serene retreat that is tucked away in its own tranquil corner. , you'll be a 5-minute drive from Sabah State Mosque and 6 minutes from Imago Shopping Mall. This 5-star resort is 3.8 mi (6 km) from Anjung Samudera and 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from Gaya Street Sunday Market. Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. After a day at the private beach, you can enjoy other recreational amenities including outdoor tennis courts and an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge). Guests can get to nearby shops on the complimentary shuttle. Enjoy international cuisine at Cafe' TATU, one of the resort's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Featured amenities include a business center, limo/town car service, and express check-out. Planning an event in Kota Kinabalu? This resort has 7190 square feet (668 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 498 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets.