Hotel Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

No 26, Jalan Pantai,, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

13 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Landscape view

Shower

Heating

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Deluxe King Room

Max:

2 persons

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Landscape view

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Deluxe King Room

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2 persons

10 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

Landscape view

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Kota Kinabalu3700 ft

Airports

Kota Kinabalu International (BKI) 5.0 mi

Train

North Borneo Railway 2.9 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Super Clean Rooms!

I was extremely impressed with the cleanliness of the Deluxe Double Room with a city view. The room was spotless upon arrival, which is a big plus in my book. The bed was also very comfortable, making my stay quite enjoyable. Plus, the presence of Netflix made for great evening entertainment! This hotel really sets a high standard for cleanliness, and I would highly recommend it to anyone. -

James123. USA, 2024-05-15Read full review on

Fantastic Media Options

I loved the media entertainment features available during my stay. The hotel provided access to Netflix right in my room, which was a good surprise. After long days exploring Kota Kinabalu, it was nice to unwind and watch my favorite shows. This perk definitely elevated my experience! -

Jordan_Smith. UK, 2024-06-20Read full review on

Powerful Shower Experience

I was pleased with the bathroom amenities during my stay. The shower had great pressure and provided hot water consistently, which is sometimes hard to find in budget accommodations. After a day out, a warm shower was just what I needed to relax. I would say it's one of the highlights of my stay! -

Anna_World. Canada, 2024-04-10Read full review on

Comfortable Beds

The bed quality at Hotel Tourist City Centre was fantastic! It provided a restful night’s sleep after my busy days. The bedding was fresh and cozy, making it easy to drift off after enjoying my time in the city. I truly appreciated having such a comfortable space to relax at the end of the day. -

Bert_M. Australia, 2024-07-30Read full review on

What’s included

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Off-site parking lot
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Housekeeping
Car rental
Tours/Ticket assistance

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

No 26, Jalan Pantai,, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000

Map view

No 26, Jalan Pantai,, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000

City landmarks

Jalan Bukit Bendera

Signal Hill Observatory Platform

1.3 mi

Tower

Atkinson Clock Tower

4900 ft

Shopping Area

Warisan Square

1.5 mi

Market

Gaya Street Sunday Market

1.1 mi

Jalan Bukit Upper Bendera Likas

Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre

2.3 mi

Museums

Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village

1.7 mi

Mall

Central Market

1.4 mi

100 km north of Kota Kinabalu

Desa Dairy Farm

2000 ft

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman

Sabah State Mosque

3400 ft

5 kilometres away from the KK City Centre

Menara Tun Mustapha

2000 ft

Jalan Gaya

Sunday Market

1.1 mi

Mall

Suria Mall

1.5 mi

Central road of Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

1.2 mi

Mall

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

1.9 mi

Jalan Bukit Bendera

Signal Hill Observatory Tower

1.3 mi

Island

Mamutik Island

1.4 mi

Shopping Area

Centre Point

1.5 mi

Market

Pasar Malam Sinsuran

1.6 mi

Mall

IMAGO Shopping Mall

2.4 mi

Harbor

Jesselton Point

387.4 mi

Nearby

Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen

I Love KK

800 ft

Square

Marlin Statue

700 ft

Lorong Bank 3

Pillars of Sabah

1200 ft

Mall

Suria Sabah

1300 ft

Mall

Wisma Merdeka

600 ft

Parks

City Park

1.3 mi

Sabah Tourism Board

900 ft

Jalan Kota Kinabalu Lama 1

Pulau Mamutik

400 ft

Jalan Padang Merdeka

Padang Merdeka

1300 ft

Kota Kinabalu

Borneo Night

900 ft

Restaurants

Kedai Kopi Melanian 3

200 ft

No. 34

Fatty Kee

500 ft

8 Lorong Bakau Jalan Pantai

Coastal Coffee Club

200 ft

115 Gaya Street

sin kee bah ku teh

400 ft

Jalan Pantai Lot 26

Upperstar

400 ft

Jalan Labuk Segama Complex Block C Lot 8

Ming Ge Cafe

300 ft

Lot 28 Jalan Pantai Ground Floor

Kedai Kopi Fatt Kee

400 ft

28 Jln Bakau Kota Kinabalu Lama

Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh

1.2 mi

74 Jalan Gaya

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

58%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Central location

Friendly staff

Hot water issues

Unhelpful service

5.8/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.6

Location

8.6

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

Dick

United States of America, February 2025

5.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. While it is very affordable and was clean, the service left much to be desired, and I had several issues during my stay. The location is excellent, making it easy to access restaurants and shops, but the room cleaning and service could use significant improvement.

Rooms

5.0

The room I stayed in was small but clean. However, I was initially given a room without a window despite booking one with a view. After a long ordeal, I managed to switch to a room with a window, but it faced a dirty alley and was quite cramped.

Service

5.0

The staff were polite, but their communication was poor. It was frustrating to deal with issues around my room and to find that the cleaning service was almost non-existent without request. I felt like I had to chase them for proper service.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel is definitely a strong point; it's right in the middle of town with easy access to restaurants, shops, and transportation to nearby islands.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were basic, and while my room had essential amenities like air conditioning and Wi-Fi, I still felt that more attention could be paid to maintenance and general upkeep.

William

United States of America, January 2025

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The family room I stayed in was spacious, clean, and surprisingly quiet despite facing a busy street, which was a nice plus. However, the check-out process was frustrating due to unhelpful staff. Overall, it was decent for the price but lacked consistency in service.

Rooms

7.0

The family room was spacious and clean with a powerful shower. However, the design was nothing special.

Service

5.0

The check-in staff were friendly, but the check-out experience was frustrating due to an unhelpful receptionist.

Location

9.0

The central location was perfect for exploring the local dining scene.

Dining

Facilities

7.0

The hotel provided basic amenities, and Wi-Fi worked well during my stay.

Michael

United States of America, January 2025

7.0/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The room was spacious and clean, with a surprisingly quiet atmosphere despite facing a busy street. However, the service at check-out left a lot to be desired. While the location was perfect for exploring the local dining scene, some facilities need improvement, especially regarding the reception staff's attitude during my stay.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious and clean, though basic in design. The shower was powerful and warm, which was a pleasant surprise.

Service

5.0

Check-in was fine, but the staff at check-out were not helpful and seemed annoyed when dealing with my key deposit issue.

Location

9.0

The hotel is centrally located, making it easy to explore nearby restaurants and attractions.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

The lack of amenities like an elevator and poor TV service was frustrating. The wifi worked fine, though.

Mary

United States of America, November 2024

5.0/10

My stay at this B&B was quite disappointing. Although I did manage to get a room with a street view after a long check-in ordeal, the hot water in my room wasn’t working properly. The staff were friendly, but their service was far from satisfactory, often leaving me frustrated. If you just want a basic place to lay your head, this might suffice, but I wouldn't recommend it for a comfortable stay.

Rooms

5.0

The room I ended up with had a street view but was cramped and not well-maintained. There were issues with hot water, making it a hassle to shower.

Service

5.0

The staff were friendly but unhelpful, refusing to accommodate my requests in a timely manner.

Location

7.0

The location is quite central, making it easy to access nearby attractions. However, the noise from other rooms and the alley outside can be bothersome.

Dining

Facilities

Central location

Hot water issues

Dave

United States of America, September 2024

5.2/10

My stay at this hotel had its ups and downs. The location is excellent, making it easy to explore the surrounding area. However, the room I received was quite cramped and noisy due to street traffic and nearby karaoke. The service was lacking, with staff not responding well to issues. It was a reasonable price, but I expected better overall quality.

Rooms

5.0

I had a small, scruffy room facing the street, which was quite noisy. Basic maintenance was lacking, and cleanliness was not up to par.

Service

5.0

The service was disappointing. Staff did not seem to care about my concerns or issues with the room.

Location

9.0

The location was fantastic, with restaurants and shopping places within walking distance.

Dining

Facilities

5.0