Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, Hotel Tourist is a 5-minute walk from the lively Sunday Gaya Street Market and a 10-minute walk from Likas Bay Beach. It offers rooms with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Tourist Hotel is a 5-minute drive from Atkinson Clock Tower and a 15-minute walk from Jesselton Jetty. Kota Kinabalu International airport is a 20-minute drive away. A variety of local dining options are located next to the property. Cozy rooms come with vibrant wall colors and tiled flooring. They are each equipped with a TV and telephone. Free toiletries and shower facilities are in the attached bathroom. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can attend to guests’ requests. Those who wish to travel can make car rental and day trip plans at the tour desk.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 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 9.5


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.0
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Kota Kinabalu
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Elizabeth
    United States of America United States of America
    Comfortable bed. Very nice and helpful staff. Great location. Asked to move from first room for better view and that was handled well. Quiet but right in the middle of great restaurants etc. Water for shower was a puzzle (there's a pump or...
  • Sarysaed
    Malaysia Malaysia
    This hotel is super clean. And even tho it is located at Gaya Street, there is no unwanted noise whatsoever. We enjoyed our stay so much that we kept talking about it to every business partner we met. It is an affordable stay with quality of 5...
  • Siti
    Malaysia Malaysia
    location is goods and nearby waterfront stall. walkin distance around 5 minute frm hotel. staff service gives us great service once we check in late night. overall the room is good.will stay again if going to kk.

Hotel area info

Amenities of Hotel Tourist City Centre by HotSpot Essential
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and charges may apply.
  • Street parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Car rental
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Malay
  • Chinese

House rules

Hotel Tourist City Centre by HotSpot Essential takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

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 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0+ years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 30 per person, per night

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.

Payments by Booking.com

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

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. A 50% deposit is required by the hotel. Guests will be contacted directly by the hotel with payment instructions.

Guests who are arriving after 18:00 are required to inform the hotel directly.

Please note that guests that require an extra bed will be provided with a mattress.

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.

Please inform Hotel Tourist City Centre by HotSpot Essential 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.

FAQs about Hotel Tourist City Centre by HotSpot Essential

  • Hotel Tourist City Centre by HotSpot Essential is 2,600 feet from the center of Kota Kinabalu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Hotel Tourist City Centre by HotSpot Essential may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Hotel Tourist City Centre by HotSpot Essential is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Hotel Tourist City Centre by HotSpot Essential offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Hotel Tourist City Centre by HotSpot Essential include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Family