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. Kudos serves a selection of modern British food which incorporates French, Italian, Mediterranean and other European dishes. Located on the lobby level, The Mountbatten Lounge offers beverages in a relaxed setting.

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
 
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • 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.
  • Roberta
    Canada Canada
    Beautifully renovated building with large very comfortable lobby, lovely and helpful staff, beautiful large room, super comfortable bed, modern bathroom including a tub and retractable clothesline. The hotel and room had a very bright and...

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • AZUMA SUSHI
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner

Amenities of The Jesselton Hotel

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • 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
  • Restaurant
  • 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
  • Room service
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

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

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.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

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.

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):

    • Room options at The Jesselton Hotel include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Single
      • Triple
      • Suite

    • 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.

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

    • The Jesselton Hotel has 1 restaurant:

      • AZUMA SUSHI

    • 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.