Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Hotels
8.2 (1620 reviews)
One Place Mall, Lorong Putat 3, 88200 Putatan, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah , Kota Kinabalu , my

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Cleanliness issues reported

Categories

Cleanliness
7.45
Mixed reviews; some guests mentioned rooms were clean while others noted issues with leaking showers.
Service
8.95
Multiple reviews praised the staff for being friendly and helpful.
Location
8.45
The hotel is well-located near the airport and shopping areas, with convenient access.
Room Quality
7.95
Rooms generally comfortable, but some complained about dated decor and musty odors.
Amenities
8.45
Guests enjoyed amenities like the pool and breakfast, although some were disappointed in variety.
Value for Money
8.45
Most reviews stated the hotel offers good value for what is charged.
Food and Beverage
7.45
Mixed feedback; the breakfast menu lacked variety according to some guests.
Overall Experience
8.45
Overall positive experiences, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 07:40

Property Description

Convenient Location and Modern Amenities
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu is situated atop One Place Mall, providing seamless access to shopping and dining options. The hotel boasts elegant rooms equipped with free WiFi, air conditioning, and flat-screen TVs.

Dining and Leisure Options
Guests can indulge in a daily breakfast at The Coffee House, followed by meals at the in-house restaurants or cocktails at the Lobby Lounge. The outdoor swimming pool offers a refreshing retreat, while the gym caters to fitness enthusiasts.

Exceptional Services and Facilities
Benefit from affordable airport transfers, 24/7 reception assistance, and complimentary luggage storage. The hotel also features a prayer room, business center, and meeting facilities for added convenience.

To experience comfort and convenience at Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu, book your stay now!

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: BKI

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 3 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 12 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for MYR 80 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for MYR 150 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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 on site (reservation is not needed) and costs MYR 5 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 1620 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.45
Service: 8.95
Location: 8.45
Room Quality: 7.95
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.45
Food and Beverage: 7.45
Overall Experience: 8.45
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Raudhah • solo_traveller • my
10
Pros:

I enjoyed the stay!!

2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Muhammad • extended_group • my
10
2026-06-26 • via Nuitee
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Firdaus Ahmad • solo_traveller • my
6
2026-06-23 • via Nuitee
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Redz • family_with_children • my
8
Pros:

nil

Cons:

nil

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Nazmi Daneil • solo_traveller • my
8
Pros:

Location near to airport, many shops nearby the hotel, easy registration and check out process.

Cons:

Poor TV channels coverage and parking area.

2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Shadan • solo_traveller • my
9
Pros:

Staff very friendly

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Mastikar • solo_traveller • my
6
2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Kumaresen • family_with_children • my
7
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Amran • family_with_children • my
10
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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NOOR SOLEYHA • couple • my
7
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Mas • solo_traveller • my
9
2026-06-07 • via Nuitee
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Sharen Elena • solo_traveller • my
6
Pros:

Location, room

Cons:

Booked cv king.. but got single beds instead.. breakfast choice was mediacore at best..

2026-06-06 • via Nuitee
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Shamsher • couple • my
1
Not worth it
Pros:

Just the location

Cons:

1) Complimentary airport pick up didn’t arrive on time despite informing earlier to be there at 2.30pm. Waited and had to call hotel. Driver came at 2.45pm

2) Breakfast was bad. Bread was hard. Staff at breakfast area not bothered & playing mobile games.

2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Yun Ting • couple • tw
8
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Eka • couple • my
4
2026-06-05 • via Nuitee
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Senthil • couple • my
10
Good luck
Pros:

Good luck

Cons:

Good luck

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Darsham • solo_traveller • my
10
Pros:

Very clean and spacious room

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-04 • via Nuitee
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Moe • solo_traveller • my
10
2026-06-03 • via Nuitee
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Jamaludin • family_with_children • my
8
Good location and spacious room.
Pros:

Very close to the airport and connected to a mall. The family room was spacious

Cons:

The breakfast spread can be better.

2026-06-02 • via Nuitee
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Emma • family_with_children • my
7
We booked for extra large double bed but ended up getting 2 single beds, says due to Gawai festival
Pros:

Below Average and Average

Cons:

Better breakfast

2026-06-01 • via Nuitee