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Vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu

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Serviced apartment in Kota Kinabalu
Cozy 1 BR Private Suite Near IMAGO - FREE Parking
You’ll first arrive at a cosy and warmly decorated space. You could be enjoying your morning coffee/tea on the balcony with some greens. We're located at the heart of the city. You’ll be reaching KK’s best shopping mall and Gleaneagles Hospital in just a 5min walking distance. On top of that, you wouldn’t have to rush for a flight bcs we’re just a 10min drive away from the airport. That means you have more time to spend on your holiday! Welcome and make yourself at home!
$43 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
JQ2 -Sunset Seaview -King Bed -Free Park -TV Box
Our apartment at Jesselton Quay offers a stunning ocean/ sunset view. Airport is 20 mins drive, Jesselton Pier, Jesselton Duty Free, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Gaya Street is within 5-10 minutes walk . Handicraft Market are within 10 min by Grab. Stay at our comfortable apartment and indulge yourselves in the sunshine and Sabah's exotic food. 从公寓,您可以瞭望漂亮的海景及璀璨日落。机场是15分钟的车程。 5-10 分钟步行到离岛码头,曙光商场和加雅街,工艺品市场都在10分钟内车程。欢迎入住我们舒适的公寓 , 享受沙巴的阳光和地道美食。
$36 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
Cozy Forest View City Condo @Jesselton Quay
地址 Jesselton Quay Citypad Tower 2 Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen 88000 Kota Kinabalu 这处位于市中心的房源宁静安逸,让您回归简单的生活。休闲绿林景,配备家庭起居空间、优雅的家具、2间美丽的卧室和1间现代化的卫生间,您将获得终极套房体验。 Jesselton套房面积为522平方英尺。还提供免费咖啡和茶,让你享受一场值得又舒适的居家体验。 2 间卧室 (Twin  & King) 可住 4-5人 1间卫生间 : 電吹風,干净毛巾、沐浴露和洗发水 客厅 : 智能电视、空调、免费无线网络 厨房 : 净水器、冰箱、微波炉、餐具、电热水壶、洗衣机 步行 🏃‍♂️3分钟即可抵达哲斯顿港( Jesselton 码头) 步行🏃‍♂️8分钟即可抵达沙巴Suria Shopping Mall 步行🏃‍♂️8分钟即可抵达SICC 会展中心
$39 per night
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Stay near Kota Kinabalu's top sights

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Jesselton Point58 locals recommend
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Tanjung Aru Beach74 locals recommend
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Oceanus Waterfront Mall51 locals recommend
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ITCC5 locals recommend
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Pasar Besar Kota Kinabalu13 locals recommend
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Filipino Market58 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu

Serviced apartment in Kota Kinabalu
Agrowth @ Aru Suites Oceanview 1
$43 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
JQ1 -Sunset Seaview -King Bed -Free Park -TV Box
$31 per night
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Hotel room in Kota Kinabalu
2.0 沙 巴 亚 庇 舒 适 独 立 套 房 - 近 机 场 & 市 区 Kota Kinabalu Aeropod 2pax
$21 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
2pax Imago Garden Studio 依玛歌亚庇时代广场一室高级公寓
$40 per night
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Rental unit in Kota Kinabalu
Peace MeResidence 舒宁旅宿 The Loft, Imago (1~4pax)
$39 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
Homesuite'【AS19】|Aeropod|Studio|WiFi|Light Cooking
$35 per night
Rental unit in Kota Kinabalu
KWEN Suites- RiversonNear Imago 2BR With Seaview
$58 per night
Condo in Kota Kinabalu
Golden Seaview Condo @ Jesselton Quay
$43 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
Love MeResidence, The Loft Imago
$37 per night
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Rental unit in Kota Kinabalu
Blissfulnest JQ Sea view,free park, wifi,Netflix
$41 per night
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Serviced apartment in Kota Kinabalu
【AruSuites 公寓】King Bed | Netflix | Laundry Machine
$40 per night
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Condo in Kota Kinabalu
JC SuiteD@SuteraAve
$27 per night

Your guide to Kota Kinabalu

All About Kota Kinabalu

Featuring stunning islands set in cerulean waters, a bustling coastline, and Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Malaysia, Kota Kinabalu is the capital city of the state of Sabah. Partly surrounded by rainforest, the town itself is home to vibrant markets, a modern boardwalk, and a waterfront mosque. Despite being a rapidly modernizing city, the past is preserved here through historical sites like the Petagas War Memorial Garden, which honors fallen resistors of Japanese occupation during WWII, and the Double Six Monument — a striking white arch that commemorates Sabah’s late Chief Minister. The city also houses several art galleries along with the Sabah Islamic Civilization Museum, where you’ll find intricate brass antiques under its five domes, and the Sabah State Museum, which is home to galleries focusing on archaeology and natural history. There are plenty of restaurants and bars offering a wide array of cuisines at the waterfront, where you can enjoy dinner with a spectacular view.

Just outside the city, you’ll find white-sand beaches leading to calm, clear water, hot springs where you can soak after a long day of hiking, and wetlands where you can take a river cruise through the mangrove forests. There are several unspoiled islands off Kota Kinabalu’s coast, and you can reach them by ferry or boat for a day of tranquil sunbathing and watersports.

Kota Kinabalu is also known as the gateway to Borneo, the third-largest island in the world that is almost entirely overrun by rainforest and features incredible biodiversity.


When is the best time to stay in a vacation rental in Kota Kinabalu?

Kota Kinabalu has great hiking trails and stunning beaches, making this city attractive all year round. Given its tropical location, the weather in Kota Kinabalu remains hot and humid all year, and there is a chance of rain at any time, so always be prepared with an umbrella and be sure to pack proper shoes.

If you are an experienced hiker and want to have a better chance of spotting orangutans out in the wild, you should book a trip between March and October. This period also offers clear weather, blooming flowers, and minimal rainfall, creating a beautiful atmosphere for outdoor recreation.

Alternatively, if you are hoping to spend your days on the beach, renting a house in Kota Kinabalu anytime between April and December is ideal. During this time, the waterfront comes alive, with art and music festivals and cultural programs happening along the coast. Sabah’s Harvest Festival runs for the whole month of May with rice wine and traditional dances.


What are the top things to do in Kota Kinabalu?

Mount Kinabalu

Mount Kinabalu, the highest mountain in Malaysia, stands over 13,000 feet tall at the center of Kinabalu National Park. A trek to the top of Mount Kinabalu is a two-day adventure with mountain accommodations along the way where you can stop for rest and food. From the summit, you’ll be rewarded for your efforts by exquisite views of the Sabah region.

Kinabalu Handicraft Market

Kinabalu’s Handicraft Market, located along the scenic waterfront, is a popular place to pick up handmade souvenirs and gifts. You’ll find signature items, such as sarongs, pearl jewelry, and traditional instruments like the sompoton alongside one-of-a-kind handmade gifts.

Tanjung Aru Beach

Between the peaceful pockets of Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Prince Philip Park in the south of town, this 1.3-mile expanse of coastline is fringed by aru and palm trees. Bring a frisbee and join the locals in the late afternoon sun or grab some satay at a street food stall and watch kites and blue-naped parrots zig zag across the sky.

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