Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo

Hotels
9 (912 reviews)
120 Jalan Gaya , Kota Kinabalu , my

listing image 1
Show all photos
Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Cleanliness
Excellent Service
Great Location
Comfortable Rooms
Good Value
Cons:
Low Water Pressure
No Kitchen
Noise on Market Days

Categories

Cleanliness
8.83
Reviews consistently mention clean rooms and bathrooms.
Service
9.3
Many reviews praise the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.34
Multiple reviews highlight the great location near eateries and safety.
Room Quality
8.79
Guests mention comfortable beds but some layout issues.
Amenities
8.82
Amenities are generally provided, with a suggestion for a kitchen.
Value for Money
9.28
Overall good value for the price based on user feedback.
Food and Beverage
8.33
Limited mentions; review mostly focused on location near food.
Overall Experience
9.3
Positive overall reviews confirm an enjoyable stay.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 23:45

Property Description

Central Location and Comfortable Rooms
Situated just 700 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Signel Poshtel offers air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities, including a shared kitchen and free WiFi.

Convenient Facilities and Services
Guests can enjoy facilities like a shared lounge, multilingual 24-hour front desk staff, and practical information on the area. Rooms are well-equipped with a kettle, kitchenette, and cozy bedding.

Nearby Attractions
Explore popular landmarks like Atkinson Clock Tower, KK Esplanade, and Signal Hill Observatory, all within walking distance from the hotel.

For a memorable stay in Kota Kinabalu, book your room at Signel Poshtel, the Rare Gem of North Borneo now!

Important information:

A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 912 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.83
Service: 9.3
Location: 9.34
Room Quality: 8.79
Amenities: 8.82
Value for Money: 9.28
Food and Beverage: 8.33
Overall Experience: 9.3
H
Hurri • solo_traveller • my
10
The best in KK
Pros:

Everything. The location, the cleanliness, the staff. EVERYTHING

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
H
Hurri • solo_traveller • my
10
The best in KK
Pros:

EVERYTHING

Cons:

Nothing

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
J
JN94 • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Very central location. Comfy beds. Strong WiFi. Washing machine and driers available.

Cons:

The towels and shower curtain were stained.

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
E
Enrico • solo_traveller • it
8
Pros:

Excellent position, just above Gaya Street's market. Excellent staff (24/7 availability). Good self laundry facilities.

Cons:

Bit noisy due to the position and night market. Very small room for two people. No fridge available.

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
V
Vera • couple • de
8
Pros:

Gute zentrale Lage, Waschmaschinen, Gemeinschaftsküche

Cons:

Lautstärke des Nachtmarkts bis 0 Uhr, mehr Hotel als Hostel

2026-08-09 • via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
G
Guillaume • solo_traveller • be
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
B
Bohkee • solo_traveller • my
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
X
XIAO YA • solo_traveller • cn
8
Pros:

位置很好，楼下就有餐厅和榴莲店。酒店的楼整体看着很显眼，司机接送都很方便。

Cons:

卫生，床品有污渍。

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
S
Sjoukje • solo_traveller • nl
8
Prima verblijf
Pros:

Het personeel was erg behulpzaam en aardig.
De kamer met eigen badkamer schoon en ruim, de badkamer had een goede douche. Bed was comfortabel, niet heel breed.

Cons:

Houd rekening met muziek en lawaai vanaf de straat als je hier in het weekeind logeert. De muziek gaat door tot 01.00 - 03.00 AM. Oordoppen zijn een uitkomst, het hotel geeft je een set als je er om vraagt

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
P
Phoebe R • solo_traveller • my
10
Pros:

Very central location, in the heart of the town and focus areas. Hotel is also very nicely designed and furnished. Room and ensuite bathroom was spacious and very clean.

Cons:

Minor inconvenience - there was no elevator to the lobby so be prepared to carry your luggage up one floor.

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
S
Saara • solo_traveller • fi
10
Pros:

Super clean, very comfortable, excellent location nearby restaurants, shops and the ocean. Nice friendly staff. Nothing to complain absolutely.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
Y
YUTING • couple • cn
10
太棒了
Pros:

位置非常棒，就在加雅街中心，旁边好吃得很多。楼下就是加雅周末夜市，工作人员很贴心的告知加雅夜市时间。带我们去换货汇还推荐了旁边一家蜜汁鸡，好吃极了！！

Cons:

无

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
K
Kayleigh • couple • gb
8
Perfect for the price
Pros:

The room is large and spacious, is well decorated and was clean. The staff were friendly and helpful and it has laundry facilities if you need them.

Cons:

The room smelt pretty musty through even using the air con.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
C
Chuketak • solo_traveller • my
8
2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
G
Gary • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
H
Harith • solo_traveller • my
10
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
E
Elizabeth • couple • gb
8
Great location and base for a few nights.
Pros:

The location is excellent with lots of places to eat within walking distance. The staff were very friendly and having laundry facilities was great too.

Cons:

The noise from the street below was very loud at times during the night with lots of motorcycle noise or people screaming/shouting.

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
A
Aidurra • solo_traveller • my
7
2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
Asley Amit • solo_traveller • my
10
Booking.com recommend this...
Pros:

The small and medium-sized rooms are, in my opinion, only suitable for one person rather than two. However, if you are looking for comfort and convenience, I would still recommend them because the location is right in the heart of Kota Kinabalu’s main tourist area. Short stay highly recommend!

Cons:

There is a lack of detailed information about the facilities. For example, it is not clearly explained that the escalator starts on the second floor of the building, not on the ground floor. As a result, guests with a lot of luggage may need to carry their suitcases themselves, as there are no staff waiting downstairs to assist with luggage.

This is something that elderly guests, in particular, may want to take into consideration.

2026-06-24 • via Nuitee