Featuring colonial-inspired decor, Jesselton Hotel offers accommodations in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
It is 400 metres to Atkinson Clock Tower and 450 metres to Suria Sabah, while Signal Hill Observatory Tower is 1.4 km away. Filipino Market is 1 km from The Jesselton Hotel. Kota Kinabalu Waterfront and Oceanus Waterfront Mall are 1.5 km from the property. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 8.2 km away.
Air-conditioned rooms at the hotel are equipped with a TV with cable channels and a marble bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer. In addition to an in-room safe, tea/coffee making facilities and a minibar are included.
Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for tour arrangements, luggage storage and use of meeting/banquet facilities.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
Situated in the best rated area in Kota Kinabalu, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.5
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.1
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.9
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.2
Guests who stayed here loved
Heywood
United Kingdom
“Tranquil haven in a busy part of town. Comfortable rooms and amenities.”
Gudi
Brunei Darussalam
“I like the room, aesthetically beautiful.. But every Friday Saturday and Sunday the road is live with the Gaya Street night food festival”
Shane
Australia
“Beautiful decor, old world ambience, comfortable, big rooms, bathroom is massive, close to everything in town…love it.”
Vanitha
Malaysia
“Really enjoyed my stay, quaint little hotel with very beautiful interior, slept like a baby. Location is superb. It reminds if all underrated small hotels that feel personal and memorable”
Shane
Australia
“We liked the decor, the large room, very clean and comfortable bed, slept like a log, the staff at reception were welcoming and helpful in ever way, this was our second time here.”
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Roberta
Australia
“Handsome 1950s vintage ambience of hotel.
Locality was excellent, right on Gaya Street in the heart of Kota Kinabalu and just a step to wonderful Gaya Street night and Sunday markets.
Staff were very friendly and helpful.”
Tom
Australia
“Location and room was excellent in all aspects. Thanks to hotel staff.”
Tony
United Kingdom
“Peaceful but strategically placed for city centre. High standard of facilities for a remarkable price. Great bed, air conditioning and bathroom.”
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Ehmir
Philippines
“Superb Location
Great Staff
Clean Rooms and Bath
Renovations Nearly Done
Clean and Elegant Looking Lobby”
Lilian
Singapore
“Convenient location , nice staff and comfortable and clean room”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 75 per person, per night
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Dear Valued Guests,
We wish to inform you that our hotel operational will be temporarily closed for major renovations in the Lobby area from August 29th to August 31st, 2024. During this time, we will be working to enhance our facilities and improve your future experience with us.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back with an upgraded and refreshed lobby.
From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.
The Jesselton Hotel lobby (partially) will be undergoing refurbishment and extend from originally September 30th to October 14th, 2024, operating daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
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