Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is just one of the places to see in Pusat Bandar, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.
Oceanus Waterfront Mall
You can do some window-shopping at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your trip to Pusat Bandar. Visit the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.
Imago Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kota Kinabalu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Imago Shopping Mall. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Gaya Street Sunday Market
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Gaya Street Sunday Market. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
Sutera Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Kota Kinabalu with a trip to Sutera Harbour. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Top hotels in Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
The room was spotless with staff courteous. This is my 2nd time there and my wife and I intend to make it an annual trip.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
The Magellan Sutera Resort
Everything good and tidy
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Clean room and services was greatly
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Oh the breakfast buffet never disappoints
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025
Hotel 7 Suria
Convenient and nice Staff
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Kota Kinabalu
Kampung Air
Unique features of Kampung Air include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Kompleks Asia City or Sedco Square while you're exploring the area.
Luyang
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Luyang. You might consider stopping by Tabin Wildlife Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Tanjung Aru
Beaches and abundant dining options are well-reviewed features of Tanjung Aru. Make a stop by top sights like Tanjung Aru Perdana Park while you're exploring the area.
Likas
You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Likas and you might want to plan a stop by Likas Stadium and Likas Sports Complex while you're in the area.
Kepayan
When in Kepayan, you can plan a visit to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Sutera Harbour, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Alamesra
While Alamesra may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like 1Borneo Hypermall and Likas Stadium.
Downtown Kota Kinabalu Travel Guide
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- Imago Shopping Mall
- Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
- Sutera Harbour
- Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal
- Kota Kinabalu Central Market
- KK Plaza
- Jesselton Quay
- Anjung Samudera
- Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center
- Oceanus Waterfront Mall
- Sedco Square
- Plaza Wawasan
- Handicraft Market
- Atkinson Clock Tower
- Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street
- Anjung Kinabalu
- Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre
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