Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu  

In central Kota Kinabalu on Jalan Sembulan, a short walk from the city center and minutes from Imago Shopping Mall and Sabah State Mosque. Nature and wildlife attractions are within a two-hour drive, making it a handy base for day trips.

Opened in 2001 and renovated in 2010, Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers 108 Shariah-compliant, air-conditioned rooms across five categories. Rooms feature minibars, LCD TVs, private showers with slippers and hairdryers, plus coffee/tea makers and in-room safes.

Stop by the hotel bar or restaurant, grab buffet breakfast (6:30–10:30, fee applies) or order limited-hour room service. Stay active in the fitness center, enjoy complimentary Wi‑Fi and free self-parking, and use concierge and a tour desk to book excursions; laundry, dry cleaning, ATM and car rental services are also on site.

About 1,500 m² of conference space with eight meeting rooms for 20–120 guests and a Grand Ballroom for up to 900. A business center, dedicated event planners and a 24-hour front desk support corporate events and social functions.

On-site restaurant and bar serve daily meals, with buffet breakfast available and in-room dining during limited hours. The hotel's culinary team also caters meetings and banquets.