Kota Kinabalu, or KK as it’s fondly known, is the gateway to Mount Kinabalu and also a town rich with culture, tourist attractions and dining destinations. The next time you travel to Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, check-in to these 9 unique and affordable hotels that are below RM200!
- TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu
Located 1km from Pasar Filipina Sabah, TOOJOU offers comfortable fully air-conditioned rooms. Among the facilities available at this accommodation are a restaurant, 24-hour reception and a communal lounge. Free wifi is available on the property. There’s even a tour desk if you want to enquire for tours in and around KK. Previously known as TOOJOU Social Hostel, slide down from the second floor in a tin tube slide to the lobby! You can also play a round of pool with your friends! The famous attractions nearby include Pasar Ahad and the Atkinson Clock Tower. Have a blast at TOOJOU!
Link: https://invol.co/clcn3w4
Address: 12, Jalan Masjid Lama, Bandaran Berjaya, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Contact: 088-534 888
- The Atelier Boutique Hotel
If you are looking forward to new experiences when you travel and stay, The Atelier will promise you just that! This hotel consists of only 8 rooms (yes, you read it right, ONLY 8 rooms!) that have been curated with the funky traveler in mind.
The Botanist Room springs into life with plants hanging from the wall and potted plants strategically placed around the room. Start composing music in The Musician room which has an 80s vibe with old speakers denoting the bygone era of music. A colorful mural greets you in The Artist room. The mural was designed and painted by a famous Bornean artist. The Barber room will make you feel as if you stepped into an actual barber’s shop in the 1920s, complete with a barber’s chair!
The foodie in you will definitely love The Bakery room. The walls are filled with shelves of bread, but please don’t bite into any as it’s all fake! Definitely insta-worthy! In The Cafe room, wake up in a Parisian cafe instead of a hotel room! For those who appreciate fine art, The Potter Room will be a comforting place to be with, you guessed it, pottery all around! Cameras and paintings decorate The Photographer room, bringing pictures and the art of photography alive! We are going to pop The Atelier the next time we are in KK!
Link: https://invol.co/clcn3xy
Address: C-6-8, Aeropod Commercial Square, 88200 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Contact: +6012-974 3303
- Stanton Hotel
The Stanton Hotel is located near Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman and features English architecture. The hotel building was originally the building of Wisma A.I.A Insurance. When you step into the lobby, it’s as if you have stepped into the pages of a home decor magazine, it’s that picture perfect! This two-story hotel has 37 rooms consisting of Standard Queen Room, Superior Queen Room, Superior Twin Room, Deluxe Queen Room, Superior Family Room and Deluxe Family Room. There are only two options for breakfast, which are American Breakfast or Egg Mayo Sandwiches. Although breakfast dishes are limited, guests can enjoy other dishes at M Cafe which is open daily from 7.00 am to 10.00 pm. M Cafe provides a variety of Asian and Western cuisine as well as desserts that are sure to be delicious. Overall your stay at Hotel Stanton will be very satisfying because the hotel is clean with beautiful and comfortable rooms and fast wifi is available!
Link: https://invol.co/clcn3zi
Address: No.13, Lorong Karamunsing C, Jalan, Karamunsing, 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Contact: 088-335 333
- Space Cap Hotel
Space Cap Hotel is located in Warisan Square, Kota Kinabalu. Warisan Square has so far been the center of operation for most capsule hotels. This hotel has an interior design like a spaceship and even has its own climate control system! Each capsule is equipped with an interactive television set. Like any other capsule hotel, it also provides some free amenities such as breakfast, Wi-Fi, washing machine, hairdryer, iron, bath towels and board games. For a unique accommodation experience, try Space Cap Hotel that is out of this world (pun intended)!
Link: https://invol.co/clcn40d
Address: Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Block C 01-03 , C 02-03, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Contact: 088-210 131
- Jpod Capsule Hotel
Being one of the largest pod hotels in Asia, Jpod is one of the mainstream players in the capsule hotel industry. This four-storey restored heritage accommodation houses 296 capsule pods. A mix of singles and queens are available for their capsules and are catered for the young and hip traveler in mind. Lady travelers need not worry as there is an all-women area called the Sumandak Room (Sumandak meaning lady in the native Kadazan dialect). Free continental breakfast and free wifi are provided during your stay. With utmost quality and excellence at this capsule hotel, your stay is a memorable one for sure!
Link: https://invol.co/clcn417
Address: Block H, 5, Lorong Ikan Juara 2, Sadong Jaya, 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Contact: +6011-6510 0866
- Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Even if you are traveling on a budget in KK, you can stay in an amazing place like Mercure Kota Kinabalu, one of the best hotels in KK! Within walking distance of the historic Jesselton Point Waterfront, you can find this affordable hotel in Jalan Gaya. Consisting of four types of Superior Rooms overlooking the courtyard or the city, each room has a comfortable bed, work desk and an en suite bathroom with a rain shower. If you’re planning to splurge on your next visit to Kota Kinabalu, Mercure also has truly luxurious suites and apartments. At Mercure, there’s a stay for everyone!
Link: https://invol.co/clcn42e
Address: 41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar Kota Kinabalu, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Contact: 0154-876 1881
- Kasih Sayang Hill Resort
Offering fresh cool air and lush greenery, Kasih Sayang Hill Resort has rooms with views of Kota Kinabalu city and the surrounding nature. Free Wi-Fi access is available as well as complimentary public parking. The resort is a 10-minute drive to Kiansom Waterfall and an easy 15-minute drive to Mari-Mari Cultural Village, an amazing living museum. Kasih Sayang Hill Resort provides meeting/banquet facilities for corporate events or celebratory events. A tour desk is available for convenience. Guests can even request a massage service or enjoy a BBQ session! This hill resort getaway is a much-needed one, don’t you think!
Address: Kampung Sinagang, Bukit Kokol Menggatal, Kota Kinabalu, 88450 Sabah.
Contact: +6011-6510 0866
- Inkk Hotel @ Aeropod by Pinstay
Located within 1.6 km of Tanjung Aru Beach and 3.9 km of Pasar Filipina Sabah, Inkk Hotel @ Aeropod by Pinstay offers accommodation with a garden and free private parking for guests who drive. Here, the reception desk doubles up as a tour enquiry counter and can provide information to help guests explore the surrounding area. The rooms are very big and spacious, quite comfortable when staying with family. The most important thing is that it’s very close to KK Airport, so it is suitable for those who need an overnight stay to catch their flight the next day. Grab your bags and book your stay at Inkk today!
Address: Jalan Kepayan, 88200 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Contact: +6014-328 1696
- The Palace Hotel
This elegantly and modernly decorated hotel offers spa facilities, sauna, massage, fitness center, swimming pool and free shuttle service to several places such as Center Point, Suria Sabah and Imago KK Times Square. Each room in the Palace Hotel has wooden floors and a modern concept. Equipped with a mini bar and TV with international channels, what more do you need to relax after a day of sightseeing in Kota Kinabalu? The price? It’s definitely worth it with its facilities that are so complete!
Link: https://invol.co/clcn43m
Address: No 1, Jalan Tangki, Karamunsing, 88100 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah.
Contact: 088-217 222
Written By Kartini Kannan
