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Jesselton Hotel: The Jesselton Hotel The Jesselton Hotel Review

Unique Qualities: The Jesselton Hotel is a timeless piece of colonial beauty that is established in 1954, and also the oldest hotel in KK. The hotel is strategcally located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu's business and commercial district and a mere 20-minutes drive from Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Right at your footstep is the Gaya Street Sunday market.

The hotel provides an exquisite personalised service, in the style of colonial house with welcoming public areas, a cozy lounge, an elegant Italian restaurant, 32 well-appointed guestrooms and an authentic London cab in hope of extending a geniune welcome to the guests.

In recent years, Jesselton Hotel has been recognised as one of Malaysia's leading boutique hotels. Spot the bell boy wearing a colonial uniform.

Address: 69, Gaya Street, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Comparison: about average

Directions: At the starting point of Gaya Street Sunday Market

Other Contact: Fax: 60-88-240 401

Phone: 60-88-223 333

Price: US$40-80

Theme: Hotel

Website: http://www.jesseltonhotel.com

Le Meridien: Le Meridien Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Review

Unique Qualities: A business hotel right opposite of Filipino Market, at a very convenient location.

Address: Jl. Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran-, 88000 Kota Kina

Comparison: more expensive than average

Price: US$40-80

Theme: Hotel

Marina Court Resort Condominium: Marina Court Resort Condominium Promenade Hotel (No 4 Lorong Api Api Api Api Centre Sabah) Review

Marina Court Resort Condominium is adjacent to Promenade Hotel, a sister property. A resort living in the heart of the city. An ideal accommodation for large family & travel groups but easy on your budget.

Guests are allowed to use some of the facilities in the adjacent Promenade Hotel at no charge, such as gym, sauna, jacuzzi & swimming pool.

Address: Api Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu

Comparison: about average

Phone: 6088-265 555

Price: US$20-40

Theme: Hotel

Website: http://www.promenade.com.my

Nexus Resort Karambunai: Nexus Resort Karambunai Nexus Resort Karambunai Review

Unique Qualities: This is a very large resort which has its own private beach, golf course, outdoor massage, horse riding, cycling trail & many more activities. The place leading to the resort is quite remote but it's packed with all activities for all ages to keep your stay exciting. However, I would say it's a nice place to relax & unwind. It's more than 30 minutes away from KK by driving.

The hotel lobby & lounge exudes a rustic charm as all the interiors are made from hard wood. The environment is airy & cozy. The beachfront is long & well-kept with a lifeguard post.

Address: P O Box 270 Jalan Sepanggar 8

Comparison: most expensive

Phone: 88-4112-22

Price: US$120-180

Theme: Hotel

Promenade Hotel: Promenade Hotel Promenade Hotel (No 4 Lorong Api Api Api Api Centre Sabah) Review

A good 4-star hotel in KK city. Warisan Square shopping mall, waterfront, Filipino Market, pubs, Ocean Seafood Village are all within walking distance.

Check-in service is a bit slow might be due to the large crowd during Easter Sunday. There's a tour desk to cater for your travel needs. You can arrange any day trip to Kinabalu Park, Poring Hotspring or White Water Rafting. The lobby lounge has a band to entertain guests every night with some evergreen favourites & piano tunes. Have your welcome drink and immerse & relax yourself in the soothing ambience.

The Cafe Promenade serves a good variety of buffet lunch or dinner. As it is attached with a swimming pool, you can have you meal by the poolside or organise BBQ party. However, the swimming pool lacks a bit of privacy as it is very close to the hotel's main road and it's only surrounded by some trees & shrubs.

My room is bit stuffy with lingering tobacco odour. The air-con is really strong enough to make you shiver at night. Be sure to pull up your blanket and get yourself warm. Do request for sea view or else your room is only seeing blocks of apartment or building structure.

Unique Qualities: A 4 star international business class hotel nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu city. Just 10 minutes away from the International Airport, this 451 rooms / suites hotel, offers comfortable accommodation, friendly services and ample facilities to its guests.

F&B outlets are Cafe Promenade, Dynasty Restaurant, Le Rendezvous Wine, Cigar & Karaoke Bar, Lobby Lounge & Deli Corner.

The sister properties are Marina Court Resort Condominium, Promenade Hotel Apartment & Colonnade Condominium.

Address: No 4 Lorong Api Api 3, Api Api Centre, 88000 Kota Kinabalu

Comparison: more expensive than average

Directions: Opposite of Anjung Senja seafood stalls and in between Ocean Seafood Village & Marina Court Resort Condominium. Walking distance to Centre Point & Wawasan Plaza.

Other Contact: Fax: 6088-253 980

Phone: 6088-265 555

Price: US$40-80

Theme: Hotel

Website: http://www.promenade.com.my