HOTEL KINABALU, Kota Kinabalu – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with city views
Every room at Hotel Kinabalu includes air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with shower facilities. Rooms offer views of the city and feature parquet floors, free toiletries, and a sitting area. Some rooms also have a washing machine and dryer.
Near shops and waterfront
Hotel Kinabalu is a 5-minute walk from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront, Warisan Square, and Centre Point Mall. The IMAGO Shopping Mall is 1.5 km away, and the Gaya Street Sunday Market is 1.5 km from the property. Local eateries are within a 5-minute walk.
Diving and snorkeling nearby
The area around Hotel Kinabalu is popular for snorkeling and diving. The Likas City Mosque is 4 km away, and the Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre is 3 km from the hotel.
Airport and transport options
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 10 km from Hotel Kinabalu. The hotel offers car hire, and the tour desk can assist with travel and sightseeing bookings.
24-hour front desk
Guests at Hotel Kinabalu have access to a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel provides laundry services and ironing facilities.
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Amenities
General
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- No pets allowed
- Luggage storage
- Lift
Sports & Fitness
- Diving
- Snorkelling
Guest Parking
- Dryer
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Washing machine
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Dryer
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
My stay was a bit mixed. The location was great, with taxis and markets just outside the hotel. The room was reasonably clean and comfortable, though I wish there were some coffee and tea options. The Wi-Fi was reliable, which was a plus. However, my experience was marred by a few service hiccups, like the missed airport transfer and payment issues.
I had a decent stay overall, but it started on a frustrating note when my airport transfer didn't show up even though it was confirmed. The rooms were clean and the air conditioning worked well, which was a relief given the noise and smells I'd forgotten about from my last trip to Asia. The location was convenient with taxis and markets very close by, which I appreciated. However, it would have been nice if coffee and tea were provided in the room, as it felt a bit lacking otherwise.
My stay was decent overall. I found the staff to be cheerful and welcoming, and the room was good with some basic amenities like WiFi working well. However, I faced issues with the airport transfer not showing up, which was frustrating. While the room served its purpose for a quick stop, I did miss having complimentary coffee and tea available. It's a reasonably priced option with easy access to taxis and dining options nearby.
My stay was a bit mixed. The transfer from the airport fell through, and it was frustrating not to be able to use my visa for some necessary payments. However, the room was clean and had everything I needed. The location is pretty convenient for getting around and exploring. Overall, it was okay but there were definitely some areas that could use improvement.