As we realized, Kota Kinabalu is really popular among tourist especially among those who wants to visit Kinabalu Mountain. There are a lot of attractions that you can access when you are there. For the tourist who likes shopping, Kota Kinabalu is the right place to you as it offers various stalls to shopping malls that you can visit. In this entry, I would like to share a popular shopping spot in Kota Kinabalu which is Imago Shopping Center. Located in Jalan Coastal, Imago is the largest shopping center in Kota Kinabalu. It was launched on 28 th March 2015 and has become the busiest shopping spot in Sabah. Imago represent the modern architecture mall with something for everyone from famous designer brands, sporting goods and many more. Most of the shoppers here are usually tourist and rich locals. There are almost 300 retailers in this mall which offers unique shopping experience to the visitors. There are also a lot of food stalls and restaurants provided for those who are in food hunting mode like Souled out, Nando’s and Seoul Garden. Besides, you can also bring your friends and family to watch movies at the MBO cinema located in Level 2 Imago Mall. Basically, there are a lot of activities that you can do at this mall. So, for those who travel to Kota Kinabalu, make sure that you spend some time to visit Imago Shopping Center!

Tourist Attractions

Escapee

If you are used to the escape room in Kuala Lumpur, then you should try this one which is located in 1Borneo. Escapee is a real life interactive puzzle game scenario played in a group not more than 6 participants. The situation given is you will be locked up in a room and solve the problem by searching for various clues that can be found in the room. This game obviously will test your high order thinking skills and your cooperation with friends and family. So for challenge seeker, make sure you visit Escapee!

Hotels

KK Times Square Hotel

This hotel is actually a boutique hotel that located a stone throw away from Imago Shopping Center. It highlighted modern design to ensure that the visitors enjoy the accommodations provided. This hotel is suitable for those who prefer a hotel with reasonable price. The starting rate for a room per night is around RM 150 and it only provides deluxe room but you can choose to have a queen bed or twin bed. The best thing about this hotel is they provide a free Wi-Fi internet access in all rooms so that you can always stay connected. Apart from that, all the rooms also equipped with LCD tv, mini bar, tea/ coffee making facility. This hotel also prepared a free shuttle bus service to famous shopping center. So, for those who want to stay close to Imago Shopping Center, this is the best accommodation for you!

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Located in Api-Api Centre, Promenade Hotel is a 4-star hotel is an excellent choice of hotel that you shouldn’t miss. The main attraction of this hotel is the location that was really strategic. It is near to various tourist spots and attractions like Filipino Market and Cowboy Bar. This hotel offers various types of rooms to choose, so, make sure the rooms that you select suits with your needs and budget. This hotel offers various facilities for the guest like leisure centre, health spa and also housekeeping service. Then, for those who come with business purpose, don’t worry because this hotel also provide business centre which offer services like printing, fax, courier and mailing services. For those who want to stay in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, I would say that Promenade is the right hotel for you!