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The Jesselton Hotel

3.5 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Imago Shopping Mall

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Jesselton Suite | Terrace/patio
Exterior
Jesselton Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
Jesselton Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Reception
In the heart of Downtown Kota Kinabalu, The Jesselton Hotel offers a convenient base to explore. Connect to free in-room WiFi and take advantage of laundry facilities, tour assistance, luggage storage and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is CNY377
CNY424 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3

Room options

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Deluxe King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Boutique King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Boutique King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Jesselton Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Jesselton Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Boutique Queen | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Boutique Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Queen | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Boutique Extra | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Boutique Extra

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Minibar
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Reception

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  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Parking available
  • Internet access
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 964 reviews
The price is CNY616
CNY682 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
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About the neighborhood

Map
69 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000

What's nearby

  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Centre Point - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 15 min drive
  • Tanjung Aru Station - 5 min drive
  • Putatan Station - 17 min drive
  • Kawang Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Italy - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kopi Ping Cafe Gaya Street - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Fook Yuen 富源 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Keng Wan Hing - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kee Hiong Bak Kut Teh 奇香肉骨茶 - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Imago Shopping Mall.

Languages

English, Malay

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 42 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
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Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for MYR 85.0 per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Jesselton
Jesselton Hotel
Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Jesselton Kota Kinabalu
The Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The Jesselton Hotel Hotel
The Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The Jesselton Hotel Hotel Kota Kinabalu
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Frequently asked questions

Does The Jesselton Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Jesselton Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Jesselton Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Jesselton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM. Check-out time is noon.

What's the area around The Jesselton Hotel like?

The Jesselton Hotel is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a short 2-minute walk from Gaya Street Sunday Market and 5 minutes' walk from Suria Sabah Shopping Mall.

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The Jesselton Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

I stayed here for 6 nights. The room was only $100, Australian per night. It was beautiful and clean and the staff were outstanding. This is the most central hotel in KK, right in Gaya street. Close to everything. Highly recommended. Eos
Eamon, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Excellent hotel
David, 6-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It is the most historical hotel in KK. Our suite room is still well maintained. It is roomy and decent. It's location is the best - right at the Gaya Street Market. There area a lot of dining options within walking distance. The only thing we wished it could be improved is the lack of flexible shower head as it is fixed at a very high position; otherwise, it is perfect, especially considering the affordable price.
Bond, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Easy access to shopping and dinning
Flo, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Super clean and comfortable hotel. Very convenient area. But, its not car park friendly. Ideal for walking tourists and Grab.

8/10 Good

A historic hotel in the heart of Jesselton.

However, the classic interior and furnishing is a little aged and tired. Staff were really helpful and courteous. I hope the management can restore this hotel to its former glory.
Arthur, 1-night trip

6/10 Okay

right in the middle of the city centre
GIM-LOO, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Under renovation

Under renovation
Goh, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff members were extremely friendly and helpful in arranging a driver for us who was equally friendly and helpful. The hotel photo doesn't look quite right--it is not on a corner, but it is on a street with trees down the median. We liked it enough that stayed there a second time, two weeks later.
Robert, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

This is a nice, small, old style hotel in a good location. Plenty of eating choices nearby with a Japanese restaurant downstairs. The room was comfortable once I figured out how to work the A/C and lights. When I had questions they were quick to take care of whatever I needed. Recommended at a reasonable price.
Dennis, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Good

Staying in the hotel is just like way back to colonial era as it should be one of the oldest hotel in the city. Location is so convenient for visiting tourist hotspot and famous restaurant. The indoor lighting is not bright enough which make the room is a bit too dark at night.
2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Recommended

This hotel is one of those old fashioned hotel's It is small but central. Very polite receptionists and room boy.all helpful and speak excellent English. If you require all the modern convenient appliances and sky bars and restaurants. Do not book this hotel if you just want a nice room and old fashioned civility this is the place for you
john, 4-night trip

6/10 Okay

Bathroom not clean when checked in

I have stayed in this hotel numerous time. It is convenient and the refurbished or extension boutique section is stylish and comfortable. Staff is helpful. However, to my surprised the bathroom left with rubbsih or used toiletries when i checked in. I suspected the bathroom has not been cleansed.
1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Lovely hotel in perfect location

The Jesselton is in Gaya Street in the heart of KK. It is the perfect location for exploring the city, with everything within walking distance. The hotel is probably the oldest in KK, but the rooms are comfortable and fairly modern. Everything in the hotel is of high quality, and well maintained. The Jesselton harks back to more elegant times . There is no ding room, but there is an endless selection of restaurants close by. What was the restaurant is now a rather good sushi restaurant. The lack of a swimming pool wasn't a problem for us as we only stayed a few days.
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

The checkout procedure was tedious and lengthy. It may due to lack of training or being trained.
Leung, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

歴史があり、英国統治下や日本軍占領下でも指導部に使用された由緒のある建物。ただ年月を経過したため構造の劣化は回避できない。ただ、英国式雰囲気は残り、情緒が漂う。また、統治下時代の銀座通りと呼ばれただけあり、現在も絵葉書等の写真に使用される。レストランは無いが周辺３０メートル以内に多様なカフェ等があり便利です。
yoshiaki, 4-night trip

10/10 Excellent

yu, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

YU WEN, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Hilary, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Place is very convenient, recommended 👍👍👍
Pei Yun, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

立地良し

6-night trip

8/10 Good

フロントスタッフがとても良くしてくれて感謝しています。 次回も泊まりたいと思えるホテルです。
Sakiko, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Jungmin, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Mei Yung, 1-night trip