Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu boasts four dining options, a cocktail bar and an outdoor rooftop pool with a bird’s eye view of the city and harbor. Rooms are elegantly decorated with modern furnishings and amenities such as a flat-screen TV and a minibar. Rooms on the Executive Floor enjoy exclusive access to the Executive Lounge for evening cocktails, afternoon high tea, and use of private meeting rooms. Guests can enjoy a daily buffet breakfast at Urban Kitchen, which serves Malaysian and International cuisines. Light meals are offered at Drip, while Breakout Lounge has a selection of alcoholic beverages. Rooftop Poolside Bar & Grill offers an extensive menu of western and Asian specialties. When the sun goes down, guests can enjoy live music and sip on signature craft cocktails at Club Bar located at the Hotel Lobby. Car hire and valet parking are available at an additional charge. Daily housekeeping and luggage storage are provided for free. Don’t hesitate to ask the friendly staff at the 24-hour reception for assistance or local area information. Hilton Kota Kinabalu is 10 minutes from the Jesselton Jetty, a 5-minute drive to the famous handicraft market, and a mere 5-minute walk to the Kota Kinabalu Waterfront, dotted with bars and restaurants that comes to life when the sun goes down. The Sabah State Museum is 1.3 miles away, and the nearest airport Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 5.3 miles from the property. For some retail therapy, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall is 1.5km away, Imago Shopping Mall is 920m away and the Sabah International Convention Centre is 2.8km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Hilton Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
Hilton Hotels & Resorts

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Halal, Asian, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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2 single beds
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Sustainability certification

This property has one or more third-party sustainability certifications.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.7
Location
8.9
High score for Kota Kinabalu

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Rabi’atul
    Brunei Darussalam Brunei Darussalam
    Everything about this hotel is perfect! The room is clean, the staff is friendly, and the location is great. We especially love the pizza from the restaurant on the 11th floor—it’s the best we’ve ever had! We always stay here when we’re in KK....
  • Bwen
    Malaysia Malaysia
    its a hotel with a good location away from the jam of gaya st and the nearby pasar. for biz traveller good as it has plenty of areas for kopi & discussion plus the F&B is not too bad. Also I like the lounge which has the best service staff in...
  • Nor
    Singapore Singapore
    Convenient location with food and laundromat nearby. Driving distance to the two biggest malls (Imago and Suria Sabah). Awesome breakfast spread.
  • Alistair
    France France
    The staff were super friendly and the breakfast buffet was amazing.
  • Cheah
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Had a great stay during my business trip , overall the room looks pretty clean .
  • Alex
    Singapore Singapore
    The staffs are all awesome, right from arrival, we felt welcome. Though the check-in process was way too long.
  • Geoff
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff are excellent, nothing is too much trouble.
  • Yi-lin
    Australia Australia
    Overall, the room is modern and clean, with comfortable beds and a fantastic breakfast spread! The staff are friendly and helpful.
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Incredible buffet breakfast and wonderfully helpful and kind staff
  • Fuad
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The stay at Hilton was amazing. Really loved the room as it was very spacious, and I could see the sunset from the room. The breakfast was amazing and the spread is very diverse. The facilities were kept very well and really enjoyed the gym, steam...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
4 restaurants on site

  • Urban Kitchen
    • Cuisine
      American • Chinese • Malaysian • Mediterranean • Seafood • Local • Asian • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal
  • Rooftop Poolside Bar & Grill
    • Cuisine
      Malaysian • Seafood • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • DRIP Cafe
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Halal
  • The Club
    • Cuisine
      Local • Asian • European
    • Open for
      Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern • Romantic

Facilities of Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • WiFi available in all areas
  • Family rooms
  • Private parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • 4 restaurants
  • Room service
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator

Activities

  • Live music/performance
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Evening entertainment
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and charges are applicable.

Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs MYR 5 per hour.

  • Valet parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Lift
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

2 swimming pools

Pool 1 - outdoor

  • Open all year
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Pool 2 - outdoor (kids)Free!

  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
  • Pool is on rooftop
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas

Wellness

  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Steam room
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Massage
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Malay
  • Chinese

House rules
Hilton Kota Kinabalu takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 6 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroCash

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

FAQs about Hilton Kota Kinabalu

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Hilton Kota Kinabalu can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Halal
    • Asian
    • Buffet
  • Hilton Kota Kinabalu is 400 yards from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Hilton Kota Kinabalu offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Evening entertainment
    • Live music/performance
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Steam room
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Swimming Pool
    • Happy hour
  • The prices at Hilton Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hilton Kota Kinabalu has 4 restaurants:

    • Rooftop Poolside Bar & Grill
    • The Club
    • DRIP Cafe
    • Urban Kitchen
  • Check-in at Hilton Kota Kinabalu is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at Hilton Kota Kinabalu include:

    • Triple
    • Suite
    • Quadruple
    • Family