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Horizon Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool, Horizon Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu. The property is a 5-minute walk to Gaya Street and offers elegant, air-conditioned guest rooms .

J
JoaoNogueira
From
Portugal
Located near the port, this is a perfect spot for exploring KK and Sabah! We stayed on the 11th floor (sea view) and the rooms were amazing, huge, very well equipped with comfy beds, well equipped WC and an awesome bathtub (kind of reminded me of a honeymoon suite) the window facing the ocean was huge (glass wall), it was wonderful seeing the sunset in bed!. Breakfast was delicious with many choices between western and malay foods. The swimming pool was small, but excellent for a afternoon refreshing swim. Very good service with helpful staff. Loved it!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,779 reviews
Price from
US$78.91
1 night, 2 adults

Abell Hotel

Hotel in Kuching

Located in the historical heart of Kuching, Abell Hotel offers accommodations in Sarawak. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar.

A
Amanda
From
New Zealand
Great value for money. Staff were friendly and helpful, location is excellent and overall really enjoyed our visit. Our reservation didn’t include breakfast but on the first day we ate downstairs and it was excellent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
Price from
US$45.92
1 night, 2 adults

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu offers spacious and elegant accommodation with free WiFi throughout. The property boasts an outdoor pool and 6 dining options.

K
Keryea
From
Taiwan
The breakfast and the restaurant setting were both excellent. The COVID-period price was especially friendly. The pier is across the street, and traditional markets are definitely worth visiting for foreigners. Posh department stores are also within walking distance. The rooms are large enough for the two of us to work independently. The lobby by the reception is worth mentioning as it provides space for several groups, and the deco has a clear theme: knowledge.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,446 reviews
Price from
US$106.18
1 night, 2 adults

Hock Lee Hotel & Residences

Hotel in Kuching

Set in Kuching, 5.3 km from Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, Hock Lee Hotel & Residences offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant.

y
yalcin
From
Turkey
staff was helpful, if compare with price very good option. location enough central too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,445 reviews
Price from
US$37.49
1 night, 2 adults

The Klagan Regency 1Borneo

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Featuring direct access to the 1Borneo Hypermall, The Klagan Regency offers modern air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property boasts an outdoor rooftop pool and a restaurant.

K
KAWI
From
Brunei Darussalam
The staffs very polite and friendly. The room very clean neat and tidy. Check in and check process very fast. What I like most the hotel provide parking lot for guests
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,992 reviews
Price from
US$46.26
1 night, 2 adults

Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated along Jalan Sembulan, Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers Muslim-friendly accommodations conveniently 5-minutes to Masjid Negeri Sabah. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant.

I
IDIE
From
Malaysia
excellent clean and safe car park
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 108 reviews
Price from
US$50.79
1 night, 2 adults

Oceania Hotel

Hotel in Kota Kinabalu

A 3 star hotel situated in the heart of beautiful Kota Kinabalu that offers a modern comfort, simple & value on every guest stay.

S
Shirley
From
Malaysia
Good job to all receptionist that work on 13 September to 14 September. ❤️👏 They are so friendly, soft spoken and love to smile. Moreover, I appreciate the housekeeping also. They asking guest politely and service my extend room very well. ❤️ I really enjoyed my stay here. Thank you so much, guys 👏❤️ @sorryforlatereview @checkinon13septemberto14september
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 483 reviews
Price from
US$64.76
1 night, 2 adults

Citadines Uplands Kuching

Hotel in Kuching

Set across the road from The Spring Shopping Mall, Citadines Uplands Kuching offers contemporary accommodation in Kuching. It boasts an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness centre.

M
Michele
From
United Kingdom
We stayed for 5 nights at this hotel. We had a studio on the 10th floor which had great views across the city. Our apartment was stylish, quiet, pristine and spacious with an open plan lounge/kitchen area, a well equipped bathroom (super shower) and airy bedroom with excellent air con.The reception staff were friendly, efficient and helpful. Complimentary coffee was served in the lobby area…….Darrel and Alexander were great hosts! The hotel is opposite “The Spring” shopping mall and close to a variety of restaurants and cafes. We were there during Oktoberfest so the area outside “Spring” was buzzing and welcoming in the evenings, with live music and beer on tap! The cost of a “Grab” taxi (like an Uber) was around R8 (around £1.50 at time of writing) to the waterfront. There is a swimming pool and gym but we didn’t use them although the pool looked very inviting. We had originally planned to stay for 2 nights but extended it to 5 as the place worked for us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 694 reviews
Price from
US$65.30
1 night, 2 adults

The Ranee Boutique Suites

Hotel in Kuching

The Ranee Boutique Suites is located in the heart of Kuching, a 1-minute walk from Kuching Waterfront and China Street. This stylish boutique hotel provides free WiFi throughout the building.

p
pirouk
From
Japan
The front desk staff was very helpful. They even booked a cab for my return and the early morning cab arrived with plenty of time to spare.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
Price from
US$105.21
1 night, 2 adults

DeHome Boutique Hotel

Hotel in Kuching

DeHome Boutique Hotel offers modern air-conditioned rooms in Kuching, a 15-minute drive from India Street Pedestrian Mall and 10-minute drive from Tun Jugah Shopping Complex.

N
Nathan
From
Australia
Such a comfortable bed, great size of room and shower good. Really nice local eateries very close by - didn’t mind the walk into town or even better hop on the free bus!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 784 reviews
Price from
US$34.31
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$105.21
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews
A very nice hotel right on the promenade. Great interior design, everything feels very harmonious and peaceful. The room was spacious, comfortable bed, and everything you need. Beautiful bathroom with all the necessary amenities.
Guest review by
Fabian
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$115.22
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 218 reviews
The reception and restaurant were new and had a nice design, the staff was very helpful.
Guest review by
Dan Constantin
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$89.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 347 reviews
the best money value hotel. the view is good if u wan to see beach. free water dispenser. room got a nice design. family friendly room. the stair is connected to every floor. free breakfast is delicious
Guest review by
myric
Group
Avg. price/night: US$69.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
Nice design and cozy
Guest review by
POH HOON
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$94.04
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,157 reviews
One of the standout features of the property was the spacious room, which provided ample space to move around. The bed was incredibly comfortable, ensuring a good night's sleep, and the view of the town from my room was quite nice. The room's shower was impressive, providing a refreshing start to the day, and the lighting was well-designed, creating a pleasant ambiance.
Guest review by
Siti Hajijah
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$76.19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,784 reviews
nice room and comfy, although the furniture are quite old and aging. Interior design still looks great although many years ago design
Guest review by
Teoh
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$47.15
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 883 reviews
I like the classic design interior. Everything is beautiful and feels different from other hotels. I will definitely come again and stay longer if I come to Kuching in future.
Guest review by
Nur Hidayatul Pathi
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$86.51
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,670 reviews
Reception staff were wonderful. I fell sick on the last 2 days and staff were very caring and considerate. 10/10 would return, value for money compared to other overpriced boutique hotels.
Guest review by
Iswarya
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$59.35
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,754 reviews
Lovely hotel in a great location on the promenade. Efforts are being made to develop it into a themed boutique hotel. Great staff who are willing to help
Guest review by
May
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$34.83
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 558 reviews
I like it very much cause its very close to the waterfront. I like the environment and feeling nostalgic about the lodge design..very simple but worth it..the staff are friendly.
Guest review by
magdalena clare peter
Family with young children