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The Jesselton Hotel
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8,2
/10
Very Good
482 reviews
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ZULAIKHA B. R.
8,5
/ 10
Nice & comfortable. Suitable for family
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69, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu City Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88000
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AC
Restaurant
24-Hour Front Desk
Elevator
WiFi
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69, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu City Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia, 88000
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Location
Staying at The Jesselton Hotel is a good choice when you are visiting Kota Kinabalu.
About The Jesselton Hotel
When staying at a hotel, the design and architecture are two important factors that can spoil your eyes. With its unique setting, The Jesselton Hotel provides a pleasant accommodation for your stay.
If you plan to have a long-term stay, staying at The Jesselton Hotel is the right choice for you. Providing wide range of facilities and great service quality, this accommodation certainly makes you feel at home.
Splendid service together with wide range of facilities provided will make you complain for nothing during your stay at The Jesselton Hotel.
24-hours front desk is available to serve you, from check-in to check-out, or any assistance you need. Should you desire more, do not hesitate to ask the front desk, we are always ready to accommodate you.
Savor your favorite dishes with special cuisines from The Jesselton Hotel exclusively for you.
WiFi is available within public areas of the property to help you to stay connected with family and friends.
The Jesselton Hotel is a hotel with great comfort and excellent service according to most hotel's guests.
With all facilities offered, The Jesselton Hotel is the right place to stay.
All facilities in The Jesselton Hotel
Bar, Cafe and Lounge
Lobby
Exterior
Bedroom
Others
In-room Facilities
- Bathrobe
- Bathtub
- Cable TV
- Desk
- Hairdryer
- In-room safe
- Minibar
- Shower
- TV
Hotel Services
- Bellhop
- Doorman
- Front desk
- 24-hour Receptionist
- Laundry service
- Luggage storage
- Newspaper in lobby
- Tours
Food and Drinks
- A la carte breakfast
- A la carte dinner
- A la carte lunch
- Restaurant with AC
- Breakfast
- Breakfast and dinner
- Breakfast and lunch
Nearby Facilities
- ATM/Banking
- Beauty salon
- Gift shop
- Grocery
- Hair salon
- Shops
- Supermarket
Public Facilities
- Coffee/tea in lobby
- Elevator
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Safety deposit box
- WiFi in public area
General
- AC
- Ballroom
- Connecting rooms
- Non-smoking room
Connectivity
- Free WiFi
Accessibilty
- Accessible bathroom
Business Facilities
- Conference room
Accommodation Policy & General Information in The Jesselton Hotel
Important Note
As announced by Royal Malaysian Customs Department, Tourism Tax is imposed starting 1 January 2023 for all hotel guests that are non-Malaysian or non-permanent Residents of Malaysia. Please expect that hotel will collect the Tourism Tax from you during check-in at the hotel. The Tourism Tax rate is 10 RM per room per night.
Check-in/Check-out Time
Check-in:
From 14:00
Check-out:
Before 12:00
Tourism Tax
Tourism tax MYR 10.00 will be charged upon check-in (per room/per night).
Pets
Pets are not allowed in the accommodation.
General Information
Popular Facilities | AC, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Elevator, WiFi |
Check-In / Check-Out Time | From 14:00 - Before 12:00 |
Breakfast Availability | Yes, some room provide breakfast |
Available rooms at The Jesselton Hotel | 44 |
Number of floors in The Jesselton Hotel | 4 |
Another facilities in The Jesselton Hotel | Bathrobe, Bathtub, Cable TV, Desk, Hairdryer |
Frequently asked question in The Jesselton Hotel
What are available facilities at The Jesselton Hotel?
There are top facilites at The Jesselton Hotel such as AC, Restaurant, 24-Hour Front Desk, Elevator, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)
What is normal check-in & check-out time at The Jesselton Hotel?
The standard check-in time at The Jesselton Hotel is starting from From 14:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 12:00
Does The Jesselton Hotel provide breakfast?
Yes, The Jesselton Hotel provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.
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Other sources (454)
8,2
Very Good
From 454 reviews
Cleanliness
8,2
Room Comfort
8,0
Location
9,6
Service and Facilites
8,4
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David
10,0
/10
Reviewed 19 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Excellent hotel
Pei Yun
Leisure with Children
8,0
/10
Reviewed 29 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Place is very convenient, recommended 👍👍👍
GIM-LOO
Leisure with Friends
6,0
/10
Reviewed 65 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
right in the middle of the city centre
Leung
Leisure Family
8,0
/10
Reviewed 69 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
The checkout procedure was tedious and lengthy. It may due to lack of training or being trained.
Flo
Leisure with Partner
8,0
/10
Reviewed 84 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Easy access to shopping and dinning
Siok Siong
10,0
/10
Reviewed 91 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Room as expected for age. Quite well maintained.
John
10,0
/10
Reviewed 115 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
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.
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john
10,0
/10
Reviewed 118 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
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
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Arthur
8,0
/10
Reviewed 122 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
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.
shahriman
Business
10,0
/10
Reviewed 136 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Super clean and comfortable hotel. Very convenient area. But, its not car park friendly. Ideal for walking tourists and Grab.
shahriman
Business
10,0
/10
Reviewed 136 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Super clean and comfortable hotel. Very convenient area. But, its not car park friendly. Ideal for walking tourists and Grab.
Robert
Leisure with Friends
10,0
/10
Reviewed 137 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
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.
Dennis
Leisure
8,0
/10
Reviewed 147 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
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.
Verified traveler
10,0
/10
Reviewed 279 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Very comfortable room. Staff pleasant and helpful. Pity that hotel renovations were proceeding making it somewhat noisy during the day.
Dudleigh George
Friends and Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 280 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
The Jesselton Hotel is right in middle of town and there are many eating places nearby. It is one of the few English built buildings left standing. It has been modernized to make it a comfortable Hotel. The Restaurant was closed for r enervation while I was there. Over all I had no complaints about this Hotel. had four nights there.
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Friends and Family
10,0
/10
Reviewed 281 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Staff provided great customer service with a smile .
Verified traveler
Leisure with Partner
10,0
/10
Reviewed 281 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Great location downtown. Very safe. Great shopping of any sort. All types of foods, all within short walking distances
Verified traveler
10,0
/10
Reviewed 282 week(s) ago
Hotels.com verified review
It has been our third return stay at the Jesselton and the newly renovated rooms wing although lost some of the colonial charm comparing to the original furnishing are smartly appointed with all the creature comforts at hand. As expexted from a boutique hotel the staff welcomes you with a big smile each time you enter the building and Front Desk team acknowledges returning Guests. Perfect location on the corner of Gaya Street with Sunday flea market with local finds and curiosities, plus easy access to the lush jungle hill behind makes it a perfect stopover for any longer stay in Sabah!
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Verified traveler
Leisure with Partner
6,0
/10
Reviewed 283 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
It was not mentioned at Expedia or by the hotel that the inhouse eatery (breakfast area) is under renovation. The bar area was also closed so we can't sit to relax anywhere at the lobby area while waiting for your pick up and etc. The lobby has only 4 seats which are always occupied by check in or check out guests.
Verified traveler
Leisure with Children
10,0
/10
Reviewed 284 week(s) ago
Expedia Group verified review
Loved the location and the history and the friendly staff
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