Kimpton Kota Kinabalu

Slated to open in 2031, Kimpton Kota Kinabalu will bring the brand’s signature human-first  hospitality, bold design and local curiosity to Sabah’s coast. The beachfront property will offer direct beach access and panoramic vistas of the South China Sea and the iconic Mount Kinabalu, with public spaces and programming designed to celebrate local culture, music and cuisine. 

Known for making every stay feel personal, Kimpton will deliver lively social spaces, thoughtfully  curated dining and bar destinations, wellness offerings and onsite experiences that highlight  Sabah’s natural and creative talents. The hotel will be a welcoming local hub — where guests  and neighbours gather for sunset cocktails, artist showcases and bespoke itineraries that connect to the island’s ecology and communities. 

Kimpton is globally renowned for its distinctive approach, crafting each hotel with a unique design aesthetic to deliver an immersive and unparalleled brand experience. Kimpton Kota Kinabalu, set to open in 2031 will join recently opened Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur – offering even more exceptional choices for travellers. 

Kimpton Kota Kinabalu will feature an all-day dining restaurant, Beach Club and a speciality dining venue. Leisure offerings will include a pool bar, swimming pools, fitness and wellness  facilities. For private and social events, the property will offer flexible function rooms, as well as  a lounge designed for relaxed entertainment for all guests. 

Globally, the Kimpton brand continues to expand with more than 80 hotels open and more than 60 hotels in the pipeline. In Southeast Asia, three Kimpton properties are already welcoming  guests and six more are set to launch in the coming years — including Kimpton Suntaya Bali  Ubud, IHG’s first Kimpton in Indonesia, opening this year. 

Building on the presence of InterContinental, Kimpton and Hotel Indigo in Malaysia, IHG’s  Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio is poised for significant growth. The forthcoming brand debuts of  Regent and Vignette Collection will further broaden IHG’s pipeline of luxury and lifestyle hotels  across the country. 

*Figures as of 31 December 2025