At Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel, near the bustling Imago Shopping Mall, discover a haven of luxury and convenience. Dine at one of three on-site restaurants or unwind in the garden after a day out. With an outdoor pool and children's pool, plus helpful staff praised by previous guests.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Free parking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available
Air conditioning
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
3 restaurants and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
Breakfast available
24-hour fitness center
Children's pool
24-hour room service
Coffee shop/cafe
4 meeting rooms
Meeting rooms
24-hour front desk
Air conditioning
For families (6)
Children stay free
Free cribs/infant beds
Children's pool
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Premium TV channels
Garden
The current price is CNY718
CNY718
CNY792 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 5 - Jun 6
Why we love this property
Diverse dining choices
Explore 3 restaurants with ocean views, American fare, and international cuisine. The cafe and bar complement vegan and vegetarian dining options.
Sleep in style
Wrapped in bathrobes, guests drift into dreams on premium bedding. Blackout drapes ensure deep sleep, while rainfall showers refresh.
Ocean views that wow
This luxury hotel boasts a rooftop garden with waterfront views. Guests can savor meals at the ocean-view restaurant in the heart of the city center.
Lot G-23A, Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000
What's nearby
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Centre Point - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Anjung Samudera - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Imago Shopping Mall - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Gaya Street Sunday Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 17 min drive
Tanjung Aru Station - 8 min drive
Putatan Station - 19 min drive
Kawang Station - 29 min drive
Restaurants
Promenade Staff Cateen - 9 min walk
Dynasty Restaurant 皇朝酒樓 - 4 min walk
Big Fish - 1 min walk
The Lounge - 1 min walk
Secret Recipe - 2 min walk
About this property
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
When you stay at Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Imago Shopping Mall and Anjung Samudera. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Kitchen@8, one of 3 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This luxurious hotel also features a bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a fitness center. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.
At a glance
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Hotel size
332 rooms
Arranged over 15 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free covered onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6 AM–11 AM
3 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's pool
Children's menu
What to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Working away
4 meeting rooms
Conference space (13788 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2018
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop garden
Garden
24-hour fitness center
An outdoor pool
Shopping mall on site
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Waste recycling policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Visual alarms in hallways
Closed captioned TV
Lowered electrical outlets in bathroom
Lowered peephole/view port in door
Height-adjustable showerhead
Grab bar near toilet
Lever door handles
Room amenities
Be entertained
49-inch LED TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Electrical adapters/chargers
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Access via exterior corridors
Energy-saving switches
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Restaurant dining guide
Special features
Dining
Kitchen@8 - Overlooking the ocean, this family restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A children's menu is available.
The Lounge - This coffee shop specializes in American cuisine and serves light fare only. Open daily.
Teppan Table - This restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Big Fish - Overlooking the ocean, this seafood restaurant specializes in seafood and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Stylo - Overlooking the ocean, this rooftop bar serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MYR 75.00 for adults and MYR 37.50 for children
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for MYR 170 per night
Parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8 PM
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Kota Kinabalu Marriott
Kota Kinabalu Marriott
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel Hotel
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Frequently asked questions
Does Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 8 PM.
Are pets allowed at Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and kayaking. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine and ocean views.
What's the area around Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel like?
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel is located on the waterfront in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a short 8-minute walk from Imago Shopping Mall and 6 minutes' walk from Centre Point.
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Reviews
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
8.6
Staff & service
8.8
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently delicious with a good variety of options. (13 reviews)
The pool was well-maintained, lovely, great, and had an amazing view, perfect for relaxation and enjoying the surroundings. (9 reviews)
The gym facilities were well-maintained and looked great. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Popular mentions
Service staff
Room
Location
Ocean view
View
Breakfast
Food
Restaurant
Ocean
Sunsets
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 22, 2026
Perfectly placed property overlooking the sea. Staff were all very accommodating and friendly.
Murray
Murray, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 23, 2026
A good choice for an overnight stay with all the facilities you'd expect from this hotel. Good location just away from the port but within walking distance of bars/restaurants on the front. The infinity pool was lovely overlooking the islands - however there was limited pool furniture and only 3 parasols which was an issue. We enjoyed cocktails on the rooftop terrace watching the sunset. Pity this isn't open during the day as the food offered would have been most welcome for lunch. Staff were lovely and reactive.
Susan
Susan, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
Beautiful view from the room. Lovely pool. Amazing breakfast. Very efficient kind service.
chloe
chloe, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 27, 2024
Great new hotel, outstanding breakfast!
Jasper
Jasper, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2023
Great and scenic hotel.
Located very close to the airport and plenty of restaurants within walking distance. Room was great and breakfast was good to go.
Eugene
Eugene, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 29, 2024
The stylo Bar and pool is a winner
VINCENT
VINCENT, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2025
Great room with sea view. Excellent facilities like break fast pool with view, rooftop bar
WILHELMUS MARIA CORNELIS
WILHELMUS MARIA CORNELIS, 5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 21, 2025
The ocean view room has a beautiful view of islands, which tourists go to islands hopping.
Nobuhiro
Nobuhiro, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2023
The buffet breakfast was value for money and really good choices.
Caroline
Caroline, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 16, 2025
Excellent five star hotel with modern rooms with all the amenities and a cloud like bed. Great restaurants, rooftop bar, 8th floor pool, all overlooking the South China Sea with many waterfront dining options and markets within easy walking distance.
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 15, 2025
Fantastic place to stay.easy access to town.markets.islands.and day trips.
Fantastic service .happy hotel lovely staff.
15th floor sunset views.
Next to water front.. 10/10
Susan
Susan, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2023
Staff was bery friendly and customer service was excellent. Hotel is in a great location with access to a mall.
Adan
Adan, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Amazing
We had a wonderful stay at this hotel! Everything was clean, well-maintained, and welcoming from the moment we arrived. The breakfast was delicious with a good variety of options, and the staff were incredibly friendly and attentive throughout our stay.
The standout feature was the stunning pool with an amazing view—perfect for relaxing and enjoying the surroundings. The location was also ideal, making it easy to explore the area. Highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable getaway!
Ewelina
Ewelina, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2024
Great stay
Beautiful service from staff always with a smile. Excellent location. Extremely comfortable room and bed. Well appointed fitness facilities.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 9, 2025
Comfortable stay in KK
Comfortable and spacious room. Beautiful shower. Breakfast buffet had plenty of options. The pool got a bit noisy with tourists constantly snapping instagram photos over the infinity pool but good location overall and I would stay again.
Tamsin
Tamsin, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2024
Huge rooms and very comfortsble, with great views to the ocean. Check in , concierge, pool and retaurant staff were wonderful. Swimming pool was great. Would highly recomend.
Dean
Dean, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
The staff were super friendly and very attentive. The breakfast food was very delicious. The sitting area around the people is limited, and many children share the pool.
Kevin
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2024
Family staycation at Marriott
Friendly staff, nice gym. Hotel with nice sea view. Convenient to few shopping location.
Breakfast buffet not nice.
Liaw
Liaw, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Sep 26, 2024
Probably one of the best located hotels in the centre of KK.
Perfect views from the rear of the hotel.
Good facilities but some of the furniture was a bit worn.
Car parking was good but in a disused part of the complex.
Pietro
Pietro, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2023
We love the sea view. The down side is not much choices for restaurant.
Jolynn Chew Lan
Jolynn Chew Lan, 3-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Feb 18, 2025
Best executive lounge staff in Kota Kinabalu!
Marriott has had its best days even the it is starred still as 5. Fortunately we had booked a room with executive lounge access and it was the highlight of the stay as Mr. Nigel Wong and Ms. Felicia took care of us during our 5 days of spending in the hotel. They made us felt more than welcome and shared some good tips what to do in Kota Kinabalu. Also, the exec.lounge had the best view to the sea and beautiful sunsets.
VARPU
VARPU, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
After an extremely long two days of flying, the first hotel messed up my booking. I went over to the Marriott and they instantly helped me, were extremely kind. They have an excellent restaurant, pool and gym that I enjoyed.
JA
JA, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 9, 2024
Good location
The location is great. It's walking distance about 15-20mins to the famous weekend Gaya Street market, Filipino market, Central market etc. Half the way is covered walkway because Marriott Hotel entrance is at one end and the building is big; so it takes about 5-10mins to walk to the end of the building. Gym looks great although we didn't used it. The breakfast buffet was good enough.
Verified traveler
5-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 26, 2024
The hotel offered satisfactory service with notably quick in-room dining.
The sea view and location were impressive, ideal for those seeking delicious food and family time.
The quality of food and service was decent, and the room was fine for those not expecting luxury standards. (However, the shower head in the room needed repairs due to low water flow.)
A special shout-out to Nigel at the front desk who was a true superstar! His patience and professionalism during our check-in were outstanding, landing us an amazing room with a breathtaking sea view and balcony! I also want to express my gratitude for all the excellent dining suggestions he provided us. Thank you Nigel!
BAK YEW
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2025
1. The Oceanus Shopping Mall is not fully operational. However the 3 convenient-marts along the corridor did help.
2. The bathroom walk-in closet is fantastic. More lighting in shower and vanity area will help in attending ourselves. Sofa and carpet looks pretty aged. It will be good if there’s a sofa cover (washable) to rest on, feeling more fresh and comfortable. The tv top quarter screen illumination is dark-shaded, uneven one-sided brightness. But tv channels are pretty fantastic. The phone, “At Your Service” button is not working. We have to go to front desk to order food.
3. If there’s poster/notices at the concierge corner, it’d help to remind us on local tours and attractions to explore. We overlooked some important tours.
4. Services and attentiveness are pretty sharp and impressive, by the hotel gentlemen. Especially Nizam, the Teh-Tarik guy at breakfast, the breakfast manager (i think?), the Chinese spectacled guy receiving us from Grabs, and also Suhayl. All are sincere, polite, calm, and relaxing cool vibes. And the fair big (fat?) chef, that cooked my char kway teow to “perfect” flavor, only got him once, then he’s gone! (Why?!) This is the most homely feel to us. So keep up snd well done!
5. In future, we hope for a nice developed walkway, from hotel all the way to Suria Sabah, and to Imago Mall. We do enjoy our walks. But the area’s touting activities: massage services and seafood, feels rather intrusive. Otherwise, local tours are pretty refreshing.