Hotels near Merdeka Square Kota Kinabalu

Q: What are the best hotels near Merdeka Square?

Guests love staying at Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu , which is a hotel near Merdeka Square. Another highly rated hotel is Hyatt Regency Kinabalu , which is just steps away. You'll find 662 lodging options in the surrounding area to choose from including hotels and vacation rentals.

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Where to stay near Merdeka Square?

Grand Double Room | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually furnished, desk

ACJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square

CNY317 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square

CNY278 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square

CNY825 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 17 - Mar 18

City Double Room (AC 9) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

AC Residence

Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square

CNY261 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 6 - Mar 7

2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 0.8 km from Merdeka Square

CNY714 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 23 - Mar 24

2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square

CNY703 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 7 - Mar 8

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

CNY581 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Deluxe King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Hotel Capital

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square

CNY256 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 12 - Mar 13

Minimalist King Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Kampung Air, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square

CNY619 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Jsia Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square

Presidential One Bedroom Bathtub Suite | Balcony

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

CNY403 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 9 - Mar 10

The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square

CNY350 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Deluxe King | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Qlio Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

Hotel Sixty3

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Merdeka Square

CNY551 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 1 - Apr 2

Studio | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Eden54

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square

Deluxe Triple Room | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Merdeka Square

The Jesselton Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Merdeka Square

CNY441 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Wah May Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Merdeka Square

CNY211 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 25 - Mar 26

Hotel 7 Suria

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Merdeka Square

CNY240 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 2 - Mar 3

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Compare popular hotels close to Merdeka Square

Property	Property class	Guest rating
ACJ Residence	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 198 reviews	View
AC Residence	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 92 reviews	View
Hilton Kota Kinabalu	5.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 995 reviews	View

Other landmarks near Merdeka Square

Atkinson Clock Tower

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Atkinson Clock Tower— just one of the monuments in Downtown Kota Kinabalu. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

If you like strolling among the stalls, you might want to head out to Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street in Downtown Kota Kinabalu and take in the atmosphere. Splash some more cash at Gaya Street Sunday Market, KK Plaza, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Merdeka Square?

Guests love staying at Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu, which is a hotel near Merdeka Square.
Another highly rated hotel is Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, which is just steps away.
You'll find 662 lodging options in the surrounding area to choose from including hotels and vacation rentals.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Merdeka Square?

Find the best options on Hotels.com for your travel budget by entering your search criteria and sorting by price. Pricing varies based on where you plan to go and when.

Search for the lowest price per night from CNY211

What cheap hotels are close to Merdeka Square?

Victoria Hotel & Hostel is a budget-friendly hotel close to Merdeka Square and offers a hair salon and free in-room WiFi.

Can I find hotels close to Merdeka Square that are fully refundable?

Yes, you'll find many hotels that offer refundable room rates as long as you cancel by the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels close to Merdeka Square that offer these rates are Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.

What are the best romantic hotels near Merdeka Square?

For a romantic stay, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu offers 2 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. It's steps from Merdeka Square.
Another great option is Borneo Eagle Resort, which is just steps away.

What are the best hotels close to Merdeka Square with free breakfast?

Start your day nourished with a free cooked-to-order breakfast at Borneo Eagle Resort, which is steps from Merdeka Square.
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu is also a recommended place to stay with a free buffet breakfast, and it's located 40 minutes away by car.

Which hotels near Merdeka Square have rooms with great views?

Enjoy rooms with sea or city views at Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu, which is steps from Merdeka Square.
Another great choice nearby is Hyatt Regency Kinabalu, which has rooms with sea views.

What are the best family hotels close to Merdeka Square?

Keep the family happy with a stay at Hyatt Regency Kinabalu which offers free cribs, a children's pool, and an outdoor pool. Merdeka Square is just steps away.
Also consider Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu as another great choice for your family's trip.

What are the best luxury hotels near Merdeka Square?

Treat yourself when you stay at Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu, which is steps from Merdeka Square and offers an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and 2 bars/lounges.
Another upscale property is Borneo Eagle Resort, which is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near Merdeka Square with free parking?

Drive and park with ease when you stay at Borneo Eagle Resort, which offers free parking. You'll be steps from Merdeka Square.
Another property that offers free parking is Century Hotel, which is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near Merdeka Square with a pool?

If swimming is at the top of your list, Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor pool. Merdeka Square is steps from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Merdeka Square?

You may also want to see sights near Merdeka Square like Imago Shopping Mall, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, and Gaya Street Sunday Market.
Other places in the area are 1Borneo Hypermall, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

Hotels near Merdeka Square Kota Kinabalu

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Where to stay near Merdeka Square?

ACJ Residence

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

AC Residence

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Capital

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Jsia Hotel

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Klagan Hotel

Qlio Hotel

Hotel Sixty3

Hotel Eden54

Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

The Jesselton Hotel

Wah May Hotel

Hotel 7 Suria

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Other landmarks near Merdeka Square

Atkinson Clock Tower

Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street

Gaya Street Sunday Market

Sedco Square

KK Plaza

Kota Kinabalu Central Market

Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center

Handicraft Market

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