800 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu is set in Kota Kinabalu and provides free WiFi and express check-in and check-out. The property is located 3.6 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, 5.1 km from Likas City Mosque and 5.9 km from North Borneo Railway. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and currency exchange for guests. The units come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, certain units at the hotel also have a city view. At Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu all rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include KK Esplanade, Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 5 km from Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kota Kinabalu, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Kota Kinabalu
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jeffrey
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Love that the staff were very pleasant, and location is really convenient to get all kinds of food.
  • Daniel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Comfortable bed, nice bathroom and the air conditioner worked well. Reception service was friendly and location was pretty good, some good food options around. The bed is on a platform, but feels like it’s kind of on the floor which would not be...
  • Hamid
    Brunei Darussalam Brunei Darussalam
    Location was nice, nearby sunday market and api api night market. There are cafes nearby too. 7e is just next door and orange 24 hours is infront of the hotel. Love love this strategic location

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Minimarket on site
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Malay
  • Chinese

House rules

Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Check-out

From 06:00 to 12:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of MYR 50 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 8. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

A damage deposit of MYR 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu

  • Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Check-in at Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • The prices at Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu is 950 yards from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Room options at Matata Hotel Kota Kinabalu include:

      • Twin
      • Double
      • Triple
      • Suite