3-Star Hotels in Sabah, Malaysia

3-Star Hotels in Sabah, Malaysia

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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 86.8% of visitors choose this area
Mmandrewj 2026.05.31
A Heartfelt 5-Star Experience: Exceptional Warmth and Comfort at Sri Gaya Hotel My recent stay at Sri Gaya Hotel in Kota Kinabalu was truly spectacular, effortlessly earning a perfect 5/5 rating. Its strategic location offers exceptional convenience for effortlessly exploring the city’s vibrant attractions. I was immediately impressed by the meticulous cleanliness. As a newly established property, everything feels remarkably fresh, and the spotless accommodations created a wonderfully tranquil atmosphere. Furthermore, the room was exceptionally well-equipped with premium modern amenities, ensuring optimal comfort and a deeply restorative night's sleep. Yet, what truly elevates this hotel is the impeccable service. The staff consistently demonstrated outstanding professionalism and genuine warmth, eagerly attending to every need. Ultimately, this brand-new hotel offers a flawless blend of pristine rooms, personalized hospitality, and premium facilities. I wholeheartedly recommend it and eagerly anticipate my return in the near future.
Amazing
52 reviews
9.4/10
Price from
HK$153
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 86.8% of visitors choose this area
AAnonymous User 2026.04.07
I had a really pleasant experience as a solo traveller. The service was excellent—staff were friendly, attentive, and always ready to help. The facilities were well-maintained and clean, which made the stay very comfortable. I especially enjoyed the amenities, which exceeded my expectations. Everything was convenient and easy to access. The atmosphere was relaxing and felt safe for solo travel. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place and would be happy to stay here again!
Great
851 reviews
9.1/10
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HK$324
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 86.8% of visitors choose this area
TTeddy S 2026.05.26
Stayed in Room 201, Level 2 King Bed. Avoid this room. The bathroom isn't practical - you have to step into the bathtub to shower. AC takes 2+ hours to cool the room. Furniture is old and the wardrobe door slams loudly. Worst part: It's right across from the staff engineering room. Lots of noise from staff going in and out. Also found a large gecko on the wardrobe door. Not recommended.
Very Good
950 reviews
8.5/10
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 86.8% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User 2026.05.07
For this price in Kota Kinabalu, this is pretty much what you get, and it's decent enough. The location is quite convenient, making it easy to get to Gaya Street and the pier. However, there are a lot of snatch thieves on motorbikes on the main road outside, and it gets really noisy with motorcycles at night. The hotel room isn't very big, and the cleanliness is okay; the sheets and such are quite clean, but the facilities are a bit old. The bathroom isn't great, so it's just about passable for a stay.
Very Good
1050 reviews
8.2/10
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 86.8% of visitors choose this area
ZZunjingdihuiyuan 2026.02.27
This budget hotel offers excellent value for money. It's conveniently located, making travel easy. The rooms are clean and tidy, with comfortable bedding and a full set of toiletries, plus plenty of hot water. The front desk staff are warm and attentive; check-in and check-out were quick, and they were very friendly. The overall environment is quiet, with good soundproofing, so I got a great rest. The price is affordable, and the facilities are complete and practical, making it incredible value. It's my top choice for business trips or travel, and I'll definitely stay here again. Highly recommended!
Very Good
165 reviews
8.2/10
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 86.8% of visitors choose this area
TTiankongdaokele 2026.05.11
Facilities: The decor style is similar to China's Hanting or Home Inns, very cozy. All facilities are well-equipped. Hygiene: Excellent cleanliness, the staff are attentive with their cleaning service. Service: Warm and welcoming service. Environment: It's close to everything, and getting around by taxi is very convenient. Downstairs, there are many restaurants and massage parlors nearby. Convenience stores and Watsons are also right downstairs, making life very convenient.
Very Good
909 reviews
8.9/10
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GGuest User 2026.03.12
Everything is good.. I booked junior suite for 2night room is big n clean, super nice view from room im love it
Very Good
768 reviews
8.8/10
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 86.8% of visitors choose this area
LLove Coffee 2026.04.16
My first stay here and I think would be my last too. Was actually requested a quiet room but still giving the room which facing the contrustion site. Noise of the construction site was up to 10pm+ and 5am+ the prayer from the nearby mosque will make you jump! Impressive with the location but not the room. Furnitures in room quite old but still acceptable, but cleanliness and maintenance was terrible. 1) Water leaks out from shower room to walkway via the wall. 2) Old and dirty toilet with mold 3) Malfunctioning light bulb 4) Stains on the towel ( sticky like chocolate, like unwashed) 5) Ants on table & bed! 6) Loosen door lock 7) Dirty chair
Very Good
992 reviews
8.6/10
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JJCnh 2026.04.05
Photos during checkout. Nice location, clean, ease to check in and out, quiet and affordable. Dense population, many visitors park outside. Some park along main road. Owner parked inside? Nah, many empty spots. Paid parking is available and quiet dear if no discount .
Very Good
508 reviews
8.6/10
Price from
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 86.8% of visitors choose this area
LLionzongshibukaixin 2026.05.05
Facilities: The room was small with only one chair, which wasn't very convenient for a double room. There were two pillows, both identical and very high, causing me neck pain – not good. Cleanliness: Initially, it seemed okay until I found oily stains on my bedsheets... clearly not something I caused. (See picture P3) Ambiance: It's a hotel converted from a bar, which is decent. The winding corridors reminded me of a hotel from a dream. Service: Average. I arrived early, and they charged 70 MYR for early check-in... While I know some hotels have this policy, it was still quite frustrating. Location: It's a bit far from attractions, requiring a taxi for 5-20 MYR. Gaya Street is 5-8 MYR away, and the beach can be 22 MYR when it's busy. It's close to the airport and in a Chinese district. I crossed the road daily to eat at a Chinese Muslim restaurant opposite, which was quite tasty.
Great
626 reviews
9.0/10
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7,7/10
Good
FFrancisca YongEasy access to parking with RM2.00 charges only. Need to inform the counter before going out from the car park. But the room are quit dusty and old. Bought my own room perfume to get rid of a weird smell from the room. Room was big but the room environment was not pleasant. Toilet was clog and I checked out earlier, TRIP made it easy and i manage to get a refund because i change my schedules. Suppose to check out on 25th but change check out date to 24th.
TD Plaza Hotel

TD Plaza Hotel

Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center, Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:HK$128
7,3/10
BBrendon VI had an amazing experience at this hotel. The rooms were spotless and very comfortable, expect the toilet is sharing and it's very dirty!. The staff were friendly, helpful, and always ready to assist with anything I needed. The location was perfect, and the view from my room was absolutely stunning — one of the highlights of my stay. Everything about this hotel felt high-quality, and I would definitely come back again. Highly recommend!
Cabana Retreat - Glamping

Cabana Retreat - Glamping

Hotel near Kota Belud
Price per night from:HK$329
8,6/10
Very Good
SSanfengeOverall, I'm giving this hotel 4 stars, as my experience was quite satisfying. The location is definitely the biggest highlight, right in the heart of the city center. There are plenty of restaurants and supermarkets nearby, making it super convenient for visiting attractions or getting around, which is a huge plus for travelers. The room itself was spacious, and the standard king room had a well-designed layout with good natural light and ventilation, making for a comfortable stay. The hygiene was well-maintained, and the environment was clean and tidy. The staff were also quite enthusiastic, and the facilities generally met my travel needs, so it met my expectations overall. However, one small detail needs improvement: when I opened the wardrobe, there was a strong, pungent odor, possibly from the wood material or cleaning residue. This really impacted the user experience. I suggest the hotel improve ventilation and odor removal to enhance the attention to detail. All in all, apart from the slight wardrobe odor, the hotel performed well in terms of location, space, and basic services. The value for money is decent, and it's a good choice for travelers who prioritize location. I hope to see further improvements in the details in the future.
Hotel Capital Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Capital Kota Kinabalu

Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center, Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:HK$220
8,3/10
Very Good
GGuest UserAll good! We chose a room with plenty of single beds. There were 5 beds, haha, perfect for families, friends, or even a honeymoon. The room was really spacious too. Just a heads-up about the water heater, you can't adjust the temperature; the water gets super hot! You have to mix in cold water to get it lukewarm. Overall, it was great. There's a kettle and a water dispenser right outside the room door. And the views? Right at Mount Kinabalu itself!
Kinabalu Rose Cabin

Kinabalu Rose Cabin

Hotel near Kundasang
Price per night from:HK$245
8,6/10
Very Good
LLove CoffeeMy first stay here and I think would be my last too. Was actually requested a quiet room but still giving the room which facing the contrustion site. Noise of the construction site was up to 10pm+ and 5am+ the prayer from the nearby mosque will make you jump! Impressive with the location but not the room. Furnitures in room quite old but still acceptable, but cleanliness and maintenance was terrible. 1) Water leaks out from shower room to walkway via the wall. 2) Old and dirty toilet with mold 3) Malfunctioning light bulb 4) Stains on the towel ( sticky like chocolate, like unwashed) 5) Ants on table & bed! 6) Loosen door lock 7) Dirty chair
Gaya Centre Hotel

Gaya Centre Hotel

Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center, Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:HK$216
8,2/10
Very Good
GGuest UserIt's a little out of town but I chose it for the close proximity to the beach and swimming ,which is about a 10min walk from the hotel. There are street food and drinks stalls available from about 3pm . Tanjung Aru beach is beautiful, uncrowded and the beach shelves away gently making it a safe swimming area. However, the beach had rubbish washed up and maintenance isn't a priority I guess. I swam everyday and didn't get sick ,that's a bonus. The room ( the whole place)was tired looking, it could do with a lick of paint and maintenance. Room was clean when I got there but I strongly doubt it was cleaned in the entire time I was there for five days. Often had to ask for toilet paper , shampoo and shower gel , and coffee sachets etc ,basics to be stocked whenever housekeeping does their cleaning. Air con worked for me although the settings couldn't be altered ! The bed springs creak and you feel the springs when you sit on the bed but I slept ok only because I was usually exhausted from the day's activities . The beds and mattresses definitely need renewing though. The fridge was mouldy and smelly , what a blooming shame : / The safe was broken - hallelujah! I kept my room door locked at all times only because Reception staff hardly looked up to see who comes and goes- they sit very low,almost out of view at their front desk. I wasn't convinced about their perception of safety especially as I'm a solo female traveller and I need to be alert and take great caution. Casuarina Hotel are you taking note? Reception is helpful but that depends who is present. Lifts work fine without too much of a wait. The cafe on ground level serves an American breakfast but I couldn't tell you whether that's worth your while. It looked like Mary Celeste everytime I peeped in there so wasn't convinced about getting fed or a service. Therefore, I had fruit and snacks as standby .. There's a lovely restaurant a few yards from the hotel called the Yolo Seafood Restaurant which tends to open from 11.30am- delicious and inexpensive with friendly staff. Grab taxi fare to city centre varies from MYR 7- 25 Ringgit ,the higher tariff if returning during commuter rush hours from city centre which is a 15- 25 min ride . Would I stay here again ? I would actually knowing all its idiosyncrasis compared to so many awful or simplly mediocre accommodation charging an arm and a leg , I think Casuarina is just ok . Value for money? I don't think so .
Casuarina Hotel

Casuarina Hotel

Hotel near Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:HK$170
8,2/10
Very Good
GGuest UserI contacted the hotel via WhatsApp 3 days before check-in, and they replied very quickly. They even called me back, and the communication was very smooth. The boat departs from the jetty at 1:30 PM, but when we arrived at 12:30 PM, the boat was already waiting. Someone helped us with our luggage when we boarded. Later, we found out they weren't hotel staff, so we tipped each of them RM5. The hotel's check-out time is 10 AM, and the latest guests can leave by boat is 11 AM because the boat cannot sail after low tide. So, no late check-outs are possible. On the way there, it was high tide, and the boat sailed over shallow waters. The 'jelly sea' was absolutely stunning. My initial apprehension instantly turned into pure delight – it was so worth it! We were 6 adults and 3 children. We originally booked one triple fan room and one quintuple fan room. Because I didn't want a corner room, and the quintuple room was in the westernmost corner, and since there weren't many guests during the off-peak season (we practically had the place to ourselves, which was a pleasant surprise!), the hotel generously gave us an additional triple room and upgraded all our rooms to air-conditioned ones. Another great surprise! Actually, the sea breeze was strong, and opening the window with a fan was already very comfortable, so we didn't really need the air conditioning. In fact, after snorkeling, we found it too cold in the room, so we promptly turned off the AC. The hotel is currently undergoing renovations. The quintuple room was newer, while the two triple rooms were smaller and older. However, the sea view was so beautiful, and given the great value for money, these minor issues were acceptable. The hotel owner was also very accommodating and gave us keys to a few rooms, letting us choose which ones we wanted. Since the quintuple room was on the western side, the sunset views were spectacular. My friends even saw sea turtles twice from their room at night. After watching the sunrise, we walked to the easternmost part of the hotel. There's a bridge there that's perfect for photos, and we kept seeing sea turtles, which was such an amazing surprise! We saw about 7-8 sea turtles intermittently, and they were huge! It might have been the start of low tide, and they were all swimming towards the deep sea. This must be a common path for them, and it was the biggest highlight of our trip. The hotel has Wi-Fi and accepts TNG for payment. The round-trip boat ticket costs RM100, and children ride for free. Life jackets are RM5, and swimming rings are RM10 (no time limit). The hotel's snorkeling masks were broken and unavailable for rent, so it's best to bring your own. The sea has lots of corals, starfish, and fish, making it excellent for snorkeling. Bring extra bread to feed the fish. The hotel doesn't provide bottled water or hair dryers, but there's hot water and tea bags. Dinner was local Malay food, which might not suit everyone's palate, but we found it quite good, and the fish was cooked tenderly. The simple breakfast included delicious fried rice noodles. We also brought some chocolates and instant cereal/drink mixes to prepare with the hotel's hot water. There's also free karaoke and Lami mahjong, though they can only be used until 11 PM. The karaoke is a new facility, only 4 months old, and the sound system is excellent. The Lami mahjong set was brand new. In summary: Although the hotel is a bit old, the sea is incredibly beautiful, and we even saw sea turtles. For the price, it offers great value. Overall, I highly recommend it.
Lato Lato Mun Resort

Lato Lato Mun Resort

Hotel near Semporna
Price per night from:HK$749
7,5/10
GGuest UserThe closest hotel to the pier, hands down. I don't know how the ratings are calculated... I'm not judging it by domestic standards; when in Rome, do as the Romans do. Local facilities just aren't that great. Based on what I saw online, I thought it would be terrible, but the room was surprisingly clean. Although there's nowhere to hang clothes to dry, I'd advise anyone who loves going out to sea and exploring the pier to stay close by. The front desk staff were also great; they have a WeChat for communication and translation. Don't bother looking at the negative reviews or the ratings. I stayed in town for 6 days, and the first place, which had the highest rating, was personally the worst.
Semporna Lighthouse Hotel

Semporna Lighthouse Hotel

Hotel near Semporna
Price per night from:HK$531
8,8/10
Very Good
AAnonymous UserStaying at the water bungalow in Semporna this time was such a delightful surprise! As soon as we opened the door, we were greeted by an expanse of Tiffany blue ocean. The water was crystal clear, and we could see all sorts of tropical fish right from our balcony. We could go snorkeling anytime we wanted – truly a perfect experience. The water bungalow environment was incredibly clean and comfortable, with a cozy room design that still felt like a perfect vacation. Waking up to ocean views and falling asleep to the sound of the waves at night was so relaxing. The privacy here is excellent; it's far from the city's hustle and bustle, making it ideal for those looking to unwind, have a holiday, or a honeymoon. The staff were all very friendly and enthusiastic, providing meticulous and thoughtful service. They proactively assisted with everything from transfers and dining to itinerary planning, which made us feel very at ease. The food was also great, fresh and delicious, and dining while overlooking the sea was truly enjoyable. Overall, this water bungalow experience in Semporna exceeded our expectations. The scenery, service, and atmosphere were all impeccable. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Semporna, and I'll certainly be back again next time! 💙🌴
Starz Water Village

Starz Water Village

Hotel near Semporna
Price per night from:HK$2,107
8,9/10
Very Good
TTiankongdaokeleFacilities: The decor style is similar to China's Hanting or Home Inns, very cozy. All facilities are well-equipped. Hygiene: Excellent cleanliness, the staff are attentive with their cleaning service. Service: Warm and welcoming service. Environment: It's close to everything, and getting around by taxi is very convenient. Downstairs, there are many restaurants and massage parlors nearby. Convenience stores and Watsons are also right downstairs, making life very convenient.
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center, Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:HK$218

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Total properties386
Number of reviews43,299
Highest priceHK$3,799
Lowest priceHK$138
Weekend Avg. PriceHK$805
Weekday Avg. PriceHK$764