Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Hotels
8.4 (423 reviews)
Number 138, Jalan Gaya, , Kota Kinabalu , my

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Room service
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Physical distancing rules followed
Physical distancing in dining areas
Front desk (limited hours)
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Good value for money
Cons:
Noise from events
Limited space
Crowded parking lot

Categories

Cleanliness
8.06
Overall clean with minor issues noted such as noise affecting sleep quality.
Service
8.73
Staff described as very helpful and friendly by multiple reviewers.
Location
8.87
Strategically located near restaurants and attractions, noted as a highlight.
Room Quality
8.32
Rooms generally considered comfortable and clean, but some lacked amenities like mirrors.
Amenities
8.25
Basic amenities provided, but suggestions for improvements like adding a self-service beverage machine.
Value for Money
8.51
Considered good value for the services and location offered.
Food and Beverage
8.06
Nearby food options appreciated, but no specific hotel dining mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.43
Overall positive experience with some minor concerns noted.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 06:45

Property Description

Central Location in Gaya Street Sunday Market
Explore local cafes and restaurants within a 2-minute walk. Atkinson Clock Tower and Filipino Market are just a short distance away.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, en suite bathrooms, and free WiFi. Some rooms even have a cozy seating area for added comfort.

Convenient Services and Assistance
Enjoy 24/hour reception, free daily housekeeping, and assistance with local area knowledge. Arrange for car rentals and airport drop-off for a hassle-free stay.

Book now to experience a convenient and comfortable stay at Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu.

Important information:

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.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 6 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for MYR 50.56 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and costs MYR 1.10 per hour.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 423 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.06
Service: 8.73
Location: 8.87
Room Quality: 8.32
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 8.06
Overall Experience: 8.43
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Yusoff • solo_traveller • my
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2026-05-09 • via Nuitee
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WEN YU • solo_traveller • tw
8
有電梯、每個房間有獨立的冷氣、乾淨、安靜。
Pros:

櫃檯人員親切接待，能推薦許多當地伴手禮，給予許多實質上的建議！

Cons:

沒有

2026-04-17 • via Nuitee
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Guillem • solo_traveller • sg
6
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Khalijah Anuar • family_with_children • my
8
2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Suzana • family_with_children • my
8
2026-03-16 • via Nuitee
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Hamzah • solo_traveller • my
10
Pros:

Good

2026-03-14 • via Nuitee
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WEN YU • solo_traveller • tw
8
有電梯、每個房間有獨立的冷氣、乾淨、安靜。
Pros:

櫃檯人員親切接待，能推薦許多當地伴手禮，給予許多實質
上的建議！

Cons:

沒有

2026-03-12 • via Nuitee
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DAYANG ZAHARA • couple • my
9
Pros:

Lots of food stalls/cafe/restauran.

2026-03-04 • via Nuitee
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Norlyne • family_with_children • my
10
2026-03-01 • via Nuitee
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Mahmud • couple • my
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Hakim • extended_group • my
8
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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PYding • family_with_children • cn
5
Pros:

酒店的地理位置很好，就在加雅街旁边，出去吃饭和游玩很方便。酒店服务人员态度很热情，房间卫生也可以。

Cons:

我们从入住到离开就没有开出热水，但我们朋友他们请酒店人员来维护后有开出热水。还有就是房间有点点小。

2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Jaja • couple • my
10
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YUN • extended_group • tw
8
2026-02-09 • via Nuitee
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SABRAN • family_with_children • my
10
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Masri • extended_group • bn
7
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Juliana • family_with_children • my
9
2026-02-08 • via Nuitee
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Kimie • family_with_children • my
7
2026-01-31 • via Nuitee
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Zie • couple • my
9
2026-01-30 • via Nuitee
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swensen • solo_traveller • sg
9
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee