Skip to main content

Romantic Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Find the romantic hotels that appeal to you the most

August 2026

1
2345678
9101112131415
16171819202122
23242526272829
3031

September 2026

12345
6789101112
13141516171819
20212223242526
27282930
Flexible date options
Select occupancy

The best romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Check out our selection of great romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Filter by:

Review score

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu is your gateway to a luxurious and family-friendly staycation, just 5 minutes from Kota Kinabalu International Airport.

t
tiffany
From
United States
Clean, nice pool, helpful staff. Inexpensive
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,276 reviews
Price from
$36.82
1 night, 2 adults

C'haya Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Featuring 2 dining options and an infinity pool at the rooftop, C'haya Hotel offers modern guest rooms in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

K
Khairul
From
Malaysia
Very clean, convenient, comfortable, safe and the staff are very friendly and welcoming.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,709 reviews
Price from
$35.78
1 night, 2 adults

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Boasting an outdoor pool and 4 dining options, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is set in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. The property offers spacious guest rooms with city or sea views.

D
Donna
From
Canada
Service excellence especially from the Concierge desk. Rocky was especially helpful in helping me connect with his colleague at the Mulu Marriott and Miller was so helpful in addressing my shock that our flight to Mulu was cancelled. We also booked a tour through the desk and were bery pleased.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews
Price from
$92.98
1 night, 2 adults

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Set amid a nature reserve overlooking the South China Sea, Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu features relaxing stays in elegantly furnished guest rooms.

M
Myra
From
Singapore
Food is fantastic and world-class! Private beach is gorgeous! Staff are super kind and friendly!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,399 reviews
Price from
$161.49
1 night, 2 adults

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

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 accommodations in Tanjung Aru.

V
Valencia G
From
Hong Kong
Great selection for breakfast buffet. Very friendly staff. Clean and comfortable room. Beautiful property. They even provide a lounge area if you need a place to relax when waiting to check in or needing to leave later after checking out.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,596 reviews
Price from
$200.51
1 night, 2 adults

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu features four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor.

H
Halimahtun pihin sulimin
From
Brunei
My gowd the spread of breakfast food was amazing I did went this year during Ramadan season the sungkai spread also beyond my imagination
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 978 reviews
Price from
$86.37
1 night, 2 adults

Putatan Platinum Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Set in the heart of Putatan Town, Putatan Platinum Hotel offers stylish accommodations with free WiFi access available throughout the property. Rooms are tastefully furnished and fully...

S
Sarugi
From
Brunei
Near to restaurant and shopping places...
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 443 reviews
Price from
$35.31
1 night, 2 adults

Oceania Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

A 3 star hotel located in the heart of beautiful Kota Kinabalu that offers a modern comfort, simple & value on every guest stay.

L
LINDA
From
Malaysia
The room was comfy, quiet and ckean. Well equipped. Staff were friendly, helpful. Convenient check in n out process. Convenience stores, laundry n eateries nearby. Worth the price.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
Price from
$53.95
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Capital Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Featuring a 24-hour reception, Hotel Capital Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

B
Brinkley J.F.
From
Malaysia
Always my great place to stay and very strategic location. Easy access to mall, coffee shops, convenient stores, and waterfront. Room was very clean and comfortable. Excellent staff provided and very good services. But the area surrounding was noisy because close to main road and traffic light.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews
Price from
$33.98
1 night, 2 adults

Sutera Sanctuary at Manukan Island

Kota Kinabalu

Sutera Sanctuary at Manukan Island features a private beach overlooking the South China Sea. It features an outdoor pool, spacious villas and suites.

B
Bryner
From
Malaysia
Friendly staffs and they were very helpful on the luggages
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 328 reviews
Price from
$229.44
1 night, 2 adults
All romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Looking for a romantic hotel?

Treat that special someone to a romantic getaway at a hotel designed with lovers in mind. Whether it’s somewhere stylish in the city or a remote countryside retreat, romantic hotels offer couples all the space they need, with luxurious touches like champagne, room service, and private hot tubs.

Most booked romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu and surrounding area in the past month

See all

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,399 reviews

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,709 reviews

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 864 reviews

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,276 reviews

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,834 reviews

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 912 reviews

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 978 reviews

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,596 reviews

Popular with guests booking romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,059 reviews

Highly rated romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

See all
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 544 reviews

Set within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park off the coast of Borneo, Gaya Island offers elegant villas with panoramic views of the South China Sea and the rainforest.

FAQ about romantic hotels in Kota Kinabalu

Romantic Hotels That Guests Love in Kota Kinabalu

See all
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,596 reviews
Staff were friendly and the overall ambience was nice. Food was excellent and the location was great! I got an upgraded room and cute little surprise from the staff since i mentioned that i’ll be there for our honeymoon trip! Thanks so much for making our stay a lovely and memorable one :)
Guest review byNurul Farzana
Young couple
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,399 reviews
The room was excellent very spacious water supplied. Cold scented towels and refreshing beverages. Staff was amazing we stayed in the ocean wing but even in the garden wing they was helpful whenever we went over there. Massive bath on the balcony had bubble baths. Was there for as part of my Honeymoon with my wife. Had a Gazibo dinner outside on the sand which was so romantic also
Guest review byDaniel
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews
Enjoyed the pool a lot. It is clean and I can see the staff took care to maintain the pool cleanliness everyday. At certain hours there are pool exercises conducted by the staff with music. So relaxing by poolside. Evening swim during sunset is lovely.
Guest review byTan
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,399 reviews
I coildn't recommend this hotel more. My wife and I came here for our honeymoon and we had a wonderful stay. The facilities were excellent and all very clean and it is positioned in a lovely quiet location outside the city centre, making for a wonderful relaxing stay with everything you need on site. What made the hotel really standout, though, was the quality of the staff. They were all extremely polite, knowledgeable and helpful. A particular thank you to Izah, Isaac, Nicholas and Edith!
Guest review byJames Quitmann
Young couple