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Discover well-known properties in Sabah that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 3,271 hotels in Sabah and price data was last updated on 23 February 2026. The average price for a hotel in Sabah is ₹ 16,315/night.
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Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
Resort in Sandakan with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool An outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a bar/lounge are available at this resort. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a coffee shop/cafe, conference space, and a children's pool. Sepilok Jungle Resort offers 60 accommodations with safes and slippers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.9
Good
2836 reviews
Location
18.8 km from city centre
₹ 3,266
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Luxury resort on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools Spend the day at The Pacific Sutera Hotel's private white sand beach, relax by one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools, or enjoy the onsite golf course and full-service spa. The Pacific Sutera Hotel offers 500 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This Kota Kinabalu resort provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Guests can play rounds at the 27-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including a private beach, 3 outdoor tennis courts, and 3 indoor tennis courts. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a sauna, and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.5
Excellent
3823 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
₹ 7,988
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Discover a true urban sanctuary at Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu. Perfectly located by the waterfront in the heart of the city’s business, retail, and entertainment district, our Kota Kinabalu family friendly hotel offers stylish accommodations with sea or city views, modern amenities, and design inspired by the eclectic beauty of Sabah, Borneo. Elevate your stay with our Club or suite rooms and gain exclusive access to the sea-view Club Lounge. Indulge in local and international cuisine at our signature restaurants, or unwind with handcrafted cocktails at the rooftop bar while enjoying a breathtaking sunset. Whether you're here to explore Kota Kinabalu’s rich culture or host a meeting or event in our refined venues, Le Méridien, our hotel in Kota Kinabalu is a 5 star experience to inspire your senses. Gloharta (M) Sdn Bhd 200401030449 (668957-D) with respect to Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
3213 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
₹ 8,800
No 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Boasting 6 dining options, an exclusive Chi, The Spa and an outdoor pool with water jets, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu offers luxury beachfront accommodation in Tanjung Aru. Set 7 km from Kota Kinabalu, it features free WiFi throughout and free parking is provided. Featuring elegant decor, the spacious rooms are fitted with air-conditioning, a seating area and a flat-screen satellite TV. Stunning ocean or mountain views can be enjoyed from private balconies with outdoor seating. For your convenience, the en suite bathroom comes with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Dining options include Shang Palace, which specialises in Chinese cuisines. Live entertainment accompanies light refreshments at Borneo Lounge and Bar. Guests can enjoy various water sports activities, such as jet ski, surfing and diving. Children can play in the kids' pool with waterslides. Other amenities include a 9-hole golf course and Chi, The Spa, which offers relaxing massages. The staff at 24/7 reception are happy to assist you with car rentals and airport transfers at ab additional charge. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 7.3 km from the property.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
3958 reviews
Location
4.0 km from city centre
₹ 18,325
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Nestled in the heart of Sabah’s laidback capital of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu is a stroll away from romantic waterfront sunsets and less than two kilometers from the Signal Hill Observatory Platform, a lookout point that is built 100 meters above the dense tropical jungle. Business meets leisure seamlessly with the property being within three kilometers of the Sabah International Convention Center and major shopping malls. For some fun in the sun, the Jesselton Jetty is just 3 kilometers away from the hotel, where you can hop on a 15-minute boat ride to a cluster of 5 islands famous for kayaking, snorkeling, and scuba diving. From high-end malls to street-side stalls, the charming juxtaposition of old and new can be witnessed from the hotel’s Rooftop Poolside Bar & Grill offering fresh seafood and grilled meats served with a side of stunning coastal views.
9.1
Excellent
3578 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
₹ 8,528
Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Beachfront comfort, an outdoor tennis court Spend the day relaxing at Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu's private white sand beach, practicing your swing on the golf course, or pampering yourself at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 5 restaurants. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu offers 494 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. A pillow menu is available. This Tuaran resort provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access, with a WiFi speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, bidets, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including a private beach, an outdoor tennis court, and a health club. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.9
Excellent
2797 reviews
Location
21.5 km from city centre
₹ 14,775
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants, steps from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a sauna, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu offers 288 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Kota Kinabalu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.6
Excellent
2493 reviews
Location
1.2 km from city centre
₹ 7,893
No 4, Lorong Api-Api 3, Api-Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Waterfront hotel with 2 restaurants, 9-minute walk to Imago Shopping Mall This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe, and 24-hour room service. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers 446 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Kota Kinabalu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.
Free Wi-Fi
8.7
Excellent
4178 reviews
Location
0.4 km from city centre
₹ 5,806
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool Pamper yourself with a visit to The Magellan Sutera Resort's full-service spa, practice your swing on the golf course, or catch some rays on the private beach. The Magellan Sutera Resort offers 456 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily. A private beach, a golf course, 3 outdoor tennis courts, and 2 indoor tennis courts are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a sauna, and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.7
Excellent
4653 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
₹ 12,429
Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool Catch some rays on Gaya Island Resort's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 4 restaurants. Gaya Island Resort offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. LED televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.6
Excellent
1116 reviews
Location
5.6 km from city centre
₹ 21,047

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 November (₹ 1,572). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sabah is September (₹ 83,270).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Sabah is Monday (₹ 1,036). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is ₹ 37,330.

How much is a hotel in Sabah tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Sabah tonight starting as low as ₹ 914, rising to an average cost of ₹ 7,642, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from ₹ 1,090 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 ₹ 1,618/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as ₹ 1,618/night. For a 4-star hotel in Sabah, the cheapest rate recently found was ₹ 2,950/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Sabah?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 70 days before your trip to Sabah. The lowest price found when booking 70 days ahead was ₹ 1,724 per night.

Top-rated Sabah hotels

Browse through properties in Sabah that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 3,271 properties in Sabah and data was last updated on 23 February 2026.
Some of the very best Sabah hotels as rated by our users. Make sure to read hotel descriptions and reviews to find the right property right for you.
Km 1 Jalan Utara, Sandakan, Malaysia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 8,256
Avg. per night
Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 5,625
Avg. per night
63 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 4,808
Avg. per night
Lot 95, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,708
Avg. per night
C-16-G, Signature Office, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 3,357
Avg. per night
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 3,447
Avg. per night
Tb 224-227, Lot 1-4, Jalan Bunga, Fajar, Tawau, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,540
Avg. per night
5, Jalan Padang, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,349
Avg. per night
Lot B5 & B6, Semporna Seafront Resort Township, Semporna, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 4,173
Avg. per night
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens PO Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,812
Avg. per night
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, 1a Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 5,897
Avg. per night
Lorong Kemajuan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,447
Avg. per night
B-01-07, Block B, Ground Floor, Warisan Square, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,996
Avg. per night
23 Jalan Haji Saman, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 2,578
Avg. per night
KM26, Jalan Papar, Kampung Beringgis, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
22.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 6,265
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 ₹ 544 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 23 February 2026
These Sabah properties charge the lowest price per night of those we've come across. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Jalan Sinsuran, Sinsuran Kompleks, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 544
Avg. per night
Kundasang, Malaysia
4.4 km from city centre
₹ 726
Avg. per night
46-0, Ground Floor, Block A, Lot 8, Jalan Bundusan, Jln Beverly Hills Plaza, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
5.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,089
Avg. per night
Lot 4, 2nd Floor, Block M, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,179
Avg. per night
0.5 KM Jalan Ranau - Tamparuli, Lot 5,6 1st Floor, Wisma Tsk., Ranau, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,270
Avg. per night
Lot B2, Bandar Utama, Semporna, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,270
Avg. per night
Lot 3A - 4B Block 22 4th Avenue, Sandakan, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,270
Avg. per night
Kg. Kalanggaan, Mile 35, Ranau, Malaysia
15.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
₹ 1,270
Avg. per night
TB3534, TB3435, TB3536, Lot 43-45, Tawau, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
₹ 1,270
Avg. per night
13 Jalan Perpaduan, Kampung Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,313
Avg. per night
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,452
Avg. per night
Mile 6, Jalan Putatan, Papar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Spa
₹ 1,532
Avg. per night
Unit No. G-803, 1Borneo Hypermall, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
9.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,542
Avg. per night
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Warisan Square C-03-03, C-03-04, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 1,542
Avg. per night
273 And 274, 2nd Floor, Blk 28, Fajar Complex, P.s 177, Tawau, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,542
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 23 February 2026.
Prices on hotels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hotel class. As an added layer, we've also marked the most popular and best value properties in each hotel class.
4 stars +
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 7,988
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 8,800
No 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 18,325
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 8,528
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 7,893
3 stars
75, Bandaran Berjaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 2,994
Pom Pom Island Resort, Pulau Pom Pom, Malaysia
₹ 20,503
Jalan Kastam, P.O Box 125, Semporna, Malaysia
₹ 6,713
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 3,447
Level 4, 5, And 6 Plaza Wawasan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 2,087
2 stars and under
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
₹ 3,266
C-16-G, Signature Office, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 3,357
Lot No. L1L08, Level 1, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
₹ 2,631
Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
₹ 2,722
273 And 274, 2nd Floor, Blk 28, Fajar Complex, P.s 177, Tawau, Malaysia
₹ 1,542

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Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 2,722
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Sabah

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Sabah to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 23 February 2026.
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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 23 February 2026.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Sabah?

    You can find several places worth visiting in Sabah. Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, and Semporna are some of the most popular amongst our users.

  • What are the best hotels in Sabah?

    Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, rated with a score of 8.6 from 2,493 reviewers, is one of the most popular hotels in Sabah. Other top stays include Hilton Kota Kinabalu, with an average rating of 9.1 from 3,578 reviewers, and Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, with a score of 8.7 from 3,958 reviewers.

  • What is a good hotel near Pantai Tanjung Aru?

    With a rating of 8.7/10 from 3,958 reviews, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu is a hotel close to Pantai Tanjung Aru that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.

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

    Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is a hotel near Gaya Street Sunday Market that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 9.0 from 3,213 reviews.

  • Is there a good hotel near Asia City?

    3,213 HotelsCombined reviews of Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu score it 9.0/10, making it a highly recommended hotel near Asia City.

  • What is the cheapest city to visit in Sabah?

    If you plan to visit Sabah, compare prices on accommodations in Lahad Datu, one of the cheapest places to stay, with an average cost of ₹ 1,427 per night. Alternatively, the most affordable city in Sabah, Semporna, boasts an even lower average per night cost of ₹ 792, ensuring a wallet-friendly travel experience.

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

    The majority of our users searched for a place to stay in Kota Kinabalu, making it the most popular city in Sabah. The second most popular city in Sabah is Sandakan, followed by Semporna.

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

    If your travel plans to Sabah are flexible, we recommend visiting at least one of the following most popular landmarks: Pantai Tanjung Aru, Gaya Street Sunday Market, or Asia City. Kota Kinabalu is the city you should stay in if you want to visit Pantai Tanjung Aru. Staying in Kota Kinabalu is preferred if you want to visit Gaya Street Sunday Market. To visit Asia City, it’s most convenient if you stay in Kota Kinabalu.

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