The Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

69 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000

With a central location, The Jesselton Hotel offers 3-star accommodations ideal for business and leisure travelers. The historic hotel features air-conditioned rooms and a selection of on-site dining options, alongside a variety of local attractions within the vicinity.

Rooms & Facilities

The Jesselton Hotel features air-conditioned rooms equipped with flat-screen TVs, mini-bars, and private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Each room includes a safe deposit box and tea and coffee-making facilities for added convenience.

Dining & Nearby Options

On-site dining options at The Jesselton Hotel include a fusion restaurant that serves authentic Malaysian and Western cuisine, as well as nearby eateries like Oldtown White Coffee and Fook Yuen, each within 0.5 miles.

Local Area & Activities

The hotel is close to several landmarks, including the Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village (1.5 miles) and the I Love KK sign (0.5 miles). Local activities include diving expeditions, island hopping, and mountain trekking, making it a suitable base for exploration.

Services & Transportation

The Jesselton Hotel offers concierge services to assist with planning activities and events. Nearby transport options include a courtesy shuttle bus stop for Sutera Harbour and minivans to Ranau and Kinabalu National Park, both within walking distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

Bathtub

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Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Superior Room

Max:

2 persons

23 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Shower

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Getting around

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City Center

Kota Kinabalu3700 ft

Airports

Kota Kinabalu International (BKI) 5.1 mi

Train

North Borneo Railway 3.0 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stylish Comfort

“I absolutely loved the mid-century modern vibe of the Boutique King room. The abundant natural light really brightened up my stay.” view full review

Refreshing Showers

“The shower pressure was excellent, providing a refreshing start to my day after exploring. Hot water at my convenience made for a pleasant and relaxing experience.” view full review

Cozy Spaces

“I appreciated the comfortable little seating area in the foyer, which created a warm environment for guests to relax and share travel tips with one another.” view full review

Culinary Adventures

“Although the hotel doesn’t have its own restaurant, the nearby cafes offered an very nice range of dining experiences within walking distance, perfect for food lovers like me.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Baggage storage
Elevator

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

69 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000

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69 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000

City landmarks

Jalan Bukit Upper Bendera Likas

Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre

1.2 mi

Tower

Atkinson Clock Tower

1.2 mi

Shopping Area

Warisan Square

4900 ft

Mall

Central Market

4900 ft

Market

Gaya Street Sunday Market

1.2 mi

Mall

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

4900 ft

Museums

Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village

1.7 mi

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman

Sabah State Mosque

3800 ft

100 km north of Kota Kinabalu

Desa Dairy Farm

2600 ft

Jalan Gaya

Sunday Market

1.2 mi

5 kilometres away from the KK City Centre

Menara Tun Mustapha

2600 ft

Island

Mamutik Island

4900 ft

Shopping Area

Centre Point

4900 ft

Market

Pasar Malam Sinsuran

4900 ft

Jalan Bukit Bendera

Signal Hill Observatory Platform

386.9 mi

Harbor

Jesselton Point

386.9 mi

Mall

Suria Mall

386.9 mi

Central road of Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

386.9 mi

Jalan Bukit Bendera

Signal Hill Observatory Tower

386.9 mi

Nearby

Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen

I Love KK

1300 ft

Square

Marlin Statue

1300 ft

Lorong Bank 3

Pillars of Sabah

700 ft

Mall

Suria Sabah

1000 ft

Mall

Wisma Merdeka

800 ft

Sabah Tourism Board

300 ft

Parks

City Park

1.2 mi

Kota Kinabalu

Borneo Night

300 ft

Street Art & Graffiti Gallery

700 ft

Unit No 132

Mari Mari Destinations

700 ft

Jalan Padang Merdeka

Padang Merdeka

1500 ft

Restaurants

Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

200 ft

74 Jalan Gaya

Peppermint Vietnamese Restaurant

300 ft

Asia City

sin kee bah ku teh

600 ft

Jalan Pantai Lot 26

One Roof Cafe

600 ft

25 Jalan Pantai

Sheikh Shack Restaurant

500 ft

Jalan Pantai Next To Kinabalu Daya Hotel

Mamasita Mexican Restaurant and Tapas Bar

700 ft

15 Jalan Dewan

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.5

Location

9.5

Service

9.0

Dining

7.0

John

United Kingdom, July 2023

8.2/10

The hotel is ideally located near Gaya Street, offering easy access to KK Waterfront, seafood & shopping centers, cafes, and restaurants. While the rooms show signs of wear with peeling wallpaper and a dusty smell, they are spacious and impeccably clean, providing all necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms, although showing some wear, are spacious, very clean, and equipped with all essentials for a cozy stay.

Service

9.0

The service staff are always available, friendly, and well-informed, ready to assist with any requests or queries.

Location

9.0

The location is very good, close to the waterfront, local markets, and Suria Sabah Mall, offering convenience and easy access to key points of interest.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast, though a bit unusual with a sandwich, water, and fruit delivered to the room, provides a decent start to the day and adds to the overall charm of the experience.

Facilities

The hotel offers a range of facilities including dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry services, and tours/ticket assistance to enhance the guest experience.

Rupert

United Kingdom, April 2023

8.8/10

I had a delightful stay at this hotel. The rooms were lovely and clean, with a separate shower, and tastefully appointed. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, even going the extra mile for us. The location was perfect with easy access to various attractions. The dining experience was convenient, and the facilities were top-notch.

Rooms

9.0

My room was large, very clean, and contained everything I needed for a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was very friendly and went out of their way to help us, even preparing a special dessert for our vegan daughter.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location was great, right in the center of the town with easy walking access to various attractions and dining options.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were okay and provided a good start to the day. I would recommend the hotel for its old-world charm and lovely staff.