In the heart of Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre offers a vibrant retreat. Unwind with a drink at one of two bars or recharge with Italian cuisine at one of two on-site restaurants.
41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000
What's nearby
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Gaya Street Sunday Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
KK Plaza - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Kota Kinabalu Central Market - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 19 min drive
Tanjung Aru Station - 10 min drive
Putatan Station - 20 min drive
Kawang Station - 30 min drive
Restaurants
Sushi Zanmai - 8 min walk
Starbucks - 8 min walk
ON 22 Hyatt Centric Restaurant - 4 min walk
Enso Teppanyaki - 10 min walk
Shoney's Dining & Bar - 2 min walk
About this property
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre puts you just a 5-minute drive from Imago Shopping Mall. After hanging out at the outdoor pool or indoor pool, guests can grab a bite to eat at Fratini's, one of 2 restaurants, which serves Italian cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner.
At a glance
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Hotel size
226 rooms
Arranged over 25 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (15 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
2 restaurants
2 bars/lounges
Coffee shop
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Children's menu
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Uses some LED lighting
Waste recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Front entrance ramp
No elevator (single level property)
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
Uses some LED lighting
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Dining
Fratini's - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Mou Passant - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Compass - Onsite rooftop bar. Happy hour is offered.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MYR 65 for adults and MYR 32.5 for children
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre?
Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre and nearby?
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Italian cuisine.
What's the area around Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre like?
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a short 7-minute walk from Gaya Street Sunday Market and 8 minutes' walk from Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center.
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Reviews
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.0
Cleanliness
8.4
Location
8.2
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 18, 2025
The hotel is in an interesting area of town, close to restaurants and a well stocked supermarket.
Nicholas
Nicholas, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2026
Rooms nice size, great location.
Staff friendly and attentive when required.
Jason
Jason, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2026
Good location with plenty of coffee, good food and shopping nearby. Jesselton Quay was also very conveniently located within walking distance.
Katherine
Katherine, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 26, 2025
Staff very friendly and helpful. Clean and great that filtered water available in room
Tony
Tony, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
Staff friendly, close to the ferry and to Suria shopping centre. Short walk to main part of Gaya street
Jessica
Jessica, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 6, 2025
Courteous staff
Spacious room/flat
Lutfi
Lutfi, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
Great locations. Close to shopping and dining. The room is small. No privacy in the bathroom. Pool area is nice.
Susan
Susan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2025
Central located hotel
This hotel is beer centrally located - the drive to the airport was average 20 mins; the Suria shopping mall is a 3-5 min walk and the boat docking port to the islands (gaya island; Sapi island etc) is also 5 mins walk.
The staff were always really nice and smiling. The breakfast was definitely fresh and varied.
I would recommend staying here and booking the sea view room.
Lepina
Lepina, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2025
The room was clean and comfortable with the two for drinking water a huge benefit.
The breakfast buffet was good quality with a good mixture of local and western foods. Eggs cooked to order was a huge plus too.
The rooftop pool and restaurant were lovely in the evening when the sun was setting. I ate here twice and the quality was great and staff very friendly
Brendan
Brendan, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 23, 2025
Comfortable and well maintained
chin chan
chin chan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2024
All the staff was very helpful and accommodating.
Francisco
Francisco, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2024
Excellent location, very affordable price for the comfort and amenities. Breakfast buffet is well served with quality food and fruits. Good Coffee :-)
Jose
Jose, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 9, 2025
Lovely Hotel
Lovely hotel with good facilities and friendly staff. The room was very clean and comfortable. After arriving on a late flight I Was a little bit disappointed that we couldn ’t get something to eat in the restaurant at 10.30 even though the closing time displayed was 11pm.
TINA
TINA, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 11, 2023
Staff are helpful and friendly.. would be good if can provide parking space.
Alex Fong
Alex Fong, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 27, 2025
Need clean window.
Mohamad
Mohamad, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2023
All facilities available in one roof. Breakfast was nice, variety of food to choose. Perhaps some area require some restoration. Overall, it was a good stay.
Noorshafiq
Noorshafiq, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 9, 2023
Two thumbs up
Very clean and comfy. Great view of the bay. Limited local TV channels. Would stay again.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Mar 10, 2024
Mercury hotel Kota Kinabalu
Hotel is conveniently situated in the city centre. A short walk to the harbour and markets, restaurants, and a shopping mall. Rooms are spacious and has everything a traveller might need. As with most hotels in Malaysia, it needs some housekeeping attention and maintenance.
Yog Gin
Yog Gin, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2024
Worth with the price
Big room. Comfortable bed. Strong water. Small bathroom and toilet.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 23, 2023
The hotel is located in a busy area with lots of dining options. It's steps away from the ferry port which takes you to the surrounding islands. I found the staff less helpful compared to other SE Asian countries, things like not helping with booking tours. Little things like not greeting you when you walk by the front desk, but that really was not an issue, just a noticeable difference from other places. Overall, the hotel is good and i would recommend a stay here.
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 3, 2024
We were given a room looking out to the sea; great view. Once the vacant lot between the hotel and the sea is constructed, the view of the sea will be blocked. Bed is comfortable. Service is good.
What pulled down the score is the hotel conditions. There are stains along the edging of the shower screens and walls. The bathroom grout is clean. There are moldy spots in the tiles of the swimming pool grout at the water level.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 15, 2024
Bed was comfy, room seemed abit dated for a new hotel. Hinges of the shower were creaking and lots of dirt under the sink.
Hotel had terrible access road as we were driving, and parking was not available and had to park at govt issued parking on the road side.
A car next to us had its window smashed in one morning, and I guess that shows the lack of safety without own compound.
lau
lau, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 22, 2024
Nice enough hotel.
My wife has diabetic medication that needs to keep cool so we like to use freeze packs as we travel to keep the meds cold. The rooms don’t have a freezer and the hotel would not freeze the packs for us. Every other hotel in Borneo was willing to do this for us.
Security guard out the front (Aidi) was very helpful and organised a taxi to get us to the airport when our Grab failed to pick us up. We are very greatful to him for ensuring we made it to the airport in time.
Sister in law left her phone at the hotel and the staff kept it safe until we returned to pick it up a few days later. Again we were very grateful however I was a little surprised they didn’t contact us when they found it originally. We didn’t contact them for a few days after we realized where we had left it.
Jesse
Jesse, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
Apr 1, 2026
Very old building with bad sound insulation to traffic outside even though we were on the 20th floor. Mould around shower sealant and breakfast wasn’t great at all. I just went out to eat with kids!
James
James, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2025
The hotel is very close to the mall and the harbour. We booked it mainly because we needed to take a dive course, and the price was a great deal. Breakfast was okay, and it was also conveniently close to all the restaurants we wanted to visit.