Featuring colonial-inspired decor, Jesselton Hotel offers accommodations in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. Guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. It is 1312 feet to Atkinson Clock Tower and 1476 feet to Suria Sabah, while Signal Hill Observatory Tower is 0.9 mi away. Filipino Market is 0.6 mi from The Jesselton Hotel. Kota Kinabalu Waterfront and Oceanus Waterfront Mall are 0.9 mi from the property. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 5.1 mi away. Air-conditioned rooms at the hotel are equipped with a TV with cable channels and a marble bathroom with toiletries and a hairdryer. In addition to an in-room safe, tea/coffee making facilities and a mini-bar are included. Guests can approach the 24-hour front desk for tour arrangements, luggage storage and use of meeting/banquet facilities.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Kota Kinabalu, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.8
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
8.3
Location
9.2
Free Wifi
8.2
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Oxfomosa
    Malaysia Malaysia
    beautiful boutique hotel at a wonderful location right in front of the famous & happening Gaya Street! the staff is very friendly & helpful. check in & check out is a breeze. the room is huge with super comfortable bed, excellent wi-fi, aircon &...
  • K
    Kok
    China China
    Fantastic location. Short walk away from the jetty, cafes and local restaurants.
  • Lindsay
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I liked everything about this Hotel. It was ideal for my stay. The staff were great and so were the facilities and the location. The Sunday market is right outside the door so stay an extra day to be there.

Hotel area info

Amenities of The Jesselton Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Malay

House rules
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Check-in
From 2:00 PM
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Dear Valued Guests,

We wish to inform you that our hotel operational will be temporarily closed for major renovations in the Lobby area from August 29th to August 31st, 2024. During this time, we will be working to enhance our facilities and improve your future experience with us.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. We look forward to welcoming you back with an upgraded and refreshed lobby.

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.

The Jesselton Hotel guest room and exterior building will be undergoing refurbishment from May 20th to June 20th, 2024, operating daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

The Jesselton Hotel lobby (partially) and guest washroom will be undergoing refurbishment from June 8th to September 30th, 2024, operating daily from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

FAQs about The Jesselton Hotel

  • The Jesselton Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at The Jesselton Hotel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • The prices at The Jesselton Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at The Jesselton Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Single
      • Triple
      • Suite

    • The Jesselton Hotel is 2,950 feet from the center of Kota Kinabalu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.