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The Jesselton Hotel

3.5 star property
City-center hotel within easy reach of Imago Shopping Mall

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Jesselton Suite | Terrace/patio
Reception
Exterior
Jesselton Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Jesselton Suite | Living area | Flat-screen TV
In the heart of Downtown Kota Kinabalu, The Jesselton Hotel offers a convenient base to explore. Connect to free in-room WiFi and take advantage of laundry facilities, tour assistance, luggage storage and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$50 nightly
The total price is $57
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Superior Queen | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 247 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Twin | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 322 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 323 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Jesselton Suite | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Jesselton Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 431 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Boutique Queen | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Boutique Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 172 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Boutique King | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Boutique King

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Boutique Extra | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Boutique Extra

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Boutique King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Boutique Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Boutique Extra Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Jesselton Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Queen With Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

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69 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000

What's nearby

  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Centre Point - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 2 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 15 min drive
  • Tanjung Aru Station - 5 min drive
  • Putatan Station - 17 min drive
  • Kawang Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fook Yuen 富源 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Little Italy (Pasta & Pizza Corner) - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪October Coffee House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kopi Ping Cafe Gaya Street - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh (佑記肉骨茶) - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel puts you just a 5-minute drive from Imago Shopping Mall.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 42 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for MYR 85.0 per night

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Jesselton
Jesselton Hotel
Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Jesselton Kota Kinabalu
The Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The Jesselton Hotel Hotel
The Jesselton Hotel Kota Kinabalu
The Jesselton Hotel Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

Does The Jesselton Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, The Jesselton Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at The Jesselton Hotel?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Jesselton Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:30 AM. Check-out time is noon.

What's the area around The Jesselton Hotel like?

The Jesselton Hotel is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a short 2-minute walk from Gaya Street Sunday Market and 5 minutes' walk from Suria Sabah Shopping Mall.

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Reviews

The Jesselton Hotel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Plenty of dining options are within walking distance from the property. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel
David, 6-night trip

8/10 Very good

A historic hotel in the heart of Jesselton.

However, the classic interior and furnishing is a little aged and tired. Staff were really helpful and courteous. I hope the management can restore this hotel to its former glory.
Arthur, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

right in the middle of the city centre
GIM-LOO, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff members were extremely friendly and helpful in arranging a driver for us who was equally friendly and helpful. The hotel photo doesn't look quite right--it is not on a corner, but it is on a street with trees down the median. We liked it enough that stayed there a second time, two weeks later.
Robert, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Under renovation

Under renovation
Goh, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

This is a nice, small, old style hotel in a good location. Plenty of eating choices nearby with a Japanese restaurant downstairs. The room was comfortable once I figured out how to work the A/C and lights. When I had questions they were quick to take care of whatever I needed. Recommended at a reasonable price.
Dennis, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Bathroom not clean when checked in

I have stayed in this hotel numerous time. It is convenient and the refurbished or extension boutique section is stylish and comfortable. Staff is helpful. However, to my surprised the bathroom left with rubbsih or used toiletries when i checked in. I suspected the bathroom has not been cleansed.
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is the most historical hotel in KK. Our suite room is still well maintained. It is roomy and decent. It's location is the best - right at the Gaya Street Market. There area a lot of dining options within walking distance. The only thing we wished it could be improved is the lack of flexible shower head as it is fixed at a very high position; otherwise, it is perfect, especially considering the affordable price.
Bond, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

歴史があり、英国統治下や日本軍占領下でも指導部に使用された由緒のある建物。ただ年月を経過したため構造の劣化は回避できない。ただ、英国式雰囲気は残り、情緒が漂う。また、統治下時代の銀座通りと呼ばれただけあり、現在も絵葉書等の写真に使用される。レストランは無いが周辺３０メートル以内に多様なカフェ等があり便利です。
yoshiaki, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Place is very convenient, recommended 👍👍👍
Pei Yun, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

フロントスタッフがとても良くしてくれて感謝しています。 次回も泊まりたいと思えるホテルです。
Sakiko, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The checkout procedure was tedious and lengthy. It may due to lack of training or being trained.
Leung, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

새벽에 체크인했는데 편안히 쉴 수 있었습니다. 직원들 모두 친절하고 청소도 잘 해주셔습니다. 방음은 오래된 호텔이라 어느 정도는 감수해야할 듯. 귀마개하니 괜찮았습니다. 위치는 최고입니다. 제셀튼포인트 걸어서 10분. 선데이마켓은 바로 호텔앞. 주변에 가성비 좋은 식당, 카페 있습니다.
IMJA, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good

Staying in the hotel is just like way back to colonial era as it should be one of the oldest hotel in the city. Location is so convenient for visiting tourist hotspot and famous restaurant. The indoor lighting is not bright enough which make the room is a bit too dark at night.
2-night trip

8/10 Very good

施設は古びてきましたしメインダイニングもなくなってしまいましたが、KKを 代表するホテルであった頃の面影は残っており、滞在しているとなぜか安らぎます。ロケーションは抜群。ただし週末はマーケットで騒々しい。
Munenobu, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

房間乾淨 沒有霉味 地理位置很好 推薦給短時間旅行的人
WANCHUN, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy access to shopping and dinning
Flo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room as expected for age. Quite well maintained.
Siok Siong, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

제셀톤 후기대로 좋은 호텔

코타의 최초 호텔이라고 하는데 굉장히 깨끗합니다 무엇보다도 강력한 에어컨이 좋습니다 걸어서 여기저기 볼 수 있고 식당도 가깝습니다. 다시 온다면 또 선택할 의향이 있습니다.
hyungjin, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

酒店位置非常方便，成條街都系出名要食個啲餐廳(1條直路)。離夜市15mins內。行去菲律賓市場 榴槤街個邊大約30mins。 房間舊，但冷氣熱水都非常充足。
Pui Sze, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in perfect location

The Jesselton is in Gaya Street in the heart of KK. It is the perfect location for exploring the city, with everything within walking distance. The hotel is probably the oldest in KK, but the rooms are comfortable and fairly modern. Everything in the hotel is of high quality, and well maintained. The Jesselton harks back to more elegant times . There is no ding room, but there is an endless selection of restaurants close by. What was the restaurant is now a rather good sushi restaurant. The lack of a swimming pool wasn't a problem for us as we only stayed a few days.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Recommended

This hotel is one of those old fashioned hotel's It is small but central. Very polite receptionists and room boy.all helpful and speak excellent English. If you require all the modern convenient appliances and sky bars and restaurants. Do not book this hotel if you just want a nice room and old fashioned civility this is the place for you
john, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean and comfortable hotel. Very convenient area. But, its not car park friendly. Ideal for walking tourists and Grab.

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean and comfortable hotel. Very convenient area. But, its not car park friendly. Ideal for walking tourists and Grab.

10/10 Exceptional

직원분들 친절하고 청결상태 매우 좋았습니다. 다음기회 다시 방문하고 싶습니다.내년 방문계획하고 있습니다.
2-night trip