The Jesselton Hotel - Kota Kinabalu

$$$$||View on mapKota Kinabalu, Malaysia69, Jalan Gaya, P.O. Box 10401, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000|
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The Jesselton Hotel - Kota Kinabalu
69, Jalan Gaya, P.O. Box 10401, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.4
Comfort9.1
Staff9.1
Cleanliness8.9
Value for money8.8
Who stays here
Couples33%
Families31%
Solo21%
Groups11%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.4
Comfort9.1
Staff9.1
Cleanliness8.9
Value for money8.8
Who stays here
Couples33%
Families31%
Solo21%
Groups11%

3-star historical boutique hotel on Gaya Street in Kota Kinabalu

Location

The Jesselton Hotel sits directly on Gaya Street, the site of the popular Sunday Market and weekend night markets. Atkinson Clock Tower is 1300 ft from the hotel, and Suria Sabah Mall is 1500 ft away. Kota Kinabalu Waterfront and Oceanus Waterfront Mall are both 1 mile from the property.

Rooms

Air-conditioned rooms at the Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu include a TV with cable channels, marble bathrooms with toiletries, and in-room safes. Tea and coffee making facilities come standard, along with a minibar in each unit. The Superior Queen With Balcony and Boutique King room types offer varied layouts for different traveler needs.

Dining

The in-house restaurant at Jesselton Sabah serves a diverse menu covering multiple international cuisines, including local and Western dishes. Guests can also order drinks at the bar while taking in the colonial-inspired surroundings. An alternative breakfast option is available across the street, as several guest reviews note a limited in-house breakfast selection.

Business & Events

Meeting and banquet facilities at the Jesselton Hotel are available for business gatherings and event planning. The 24-hour front desk can arrange tour bookings, luggage storage, and use of the meeting rooms. Guest reviews highlight that the experienced service team assists with seamless event execution.

Activities & Attractions

Guests at Jesselton Borneo can access nearby water sports, diving sites, and mountain trekking activities through the concierge. The Filipino Market is 0.6 mile away, and the Signal Hill Observatory Tower is 1 mile from the hotel. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and paid parking is available in a nearby multi-storey car park.

  • Location: On Gaya Street, steps from Sunday Market and night markets
  • Rooms: Colonial-inspired decor with marble bathrooms and minibar
  • Dining: Fusion restaurant with local and Western cuisine
  • Business: Meeting and banquet facilities with event planning services
  • Activities: Concierge arranges diving, water sports, and mountain trekking
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cribs provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:44
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Rooms and availability

Boutique Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Queen Size Bed1 King Size Bed
Deluxe King Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen Size Bed2 Single beds
King Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Elevator
Kitchen facilities

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
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Essential information about The Jesselton Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 56 US$
📏 Distance to center 200 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 5.1 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Kota Kinabalu International, BKI

Location

69, Jalan Gaya, P.O. Box 10401, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
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69, Jalan Gaya, P.O. Box 10401, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
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69, Jalan Gaya, P.O. Box 10401, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
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Reviews of The Jesselton Hotel

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