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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Centre Point

Photo gallery for Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Restaurant
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed
Exterior
Point of interest
Point of interest

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May

Explore the area

Map
No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000
  • Centre Point
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Imago Shopping Mall
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (High Floor)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (High Floor)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Sofa bed - double
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 24 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (High Floor)

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (High Floor)

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds (High Floor)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG places you in the centre of Kota Kinabalu, within just a 15-minute stroll of Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, a restaurant and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Business amenities include a meeting room and a 24-hour business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a coffee shop/cafe. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotel include Gaya Street Sunday Market and Kota Kinabalu Central Market.

What's nearby

  • Centre Point - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 5 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪大茄来海鲜餐厅 Welcome Seafood Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Executive Lounge, Hilton Kota Kinabalu - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Fook Yuen 富源 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Urban Kitchen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Chubs Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Centre Point
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and a meeting room are available. A 24-hour fitness centre, a vending machine, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Kota Kinabalu hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 250 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Built in 2019
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG offers 250 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways (90 centimetre high)
  • Lift (110 centimetre wide door)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (84 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre an IHG Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

As of 23 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG on 23 May 2025 start from AU$99.54, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG has a free self car park and free RV/bus/truck parking. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG is Pantai Pulau Mamutik (6.7 km).

What makes Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG.

Does Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary buffet brekkie is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 176 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Leticia, Kamiah

Clean and service was great. Did not like the shower/toilet set up especially when sharing a twin bed with someone else. Otherwise the place is ex Ellen’s if you plan to eat at Welcome Seafood Restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

WEIYING

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Malaysia trip

Only thing missing is a swimming pool
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Hon thang

Don’t like
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sing Choy

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Choui yi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard BK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only overnight stay to catch a flight. Hotel stay generally pleasant. Breakfast provided. Only drawback is the hotel is located on the wrong side of the city on a very busy road.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMED

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohd shariff

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

sidney kwok hong

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If the breakfast can starts from 6 instead of 6:30, much more convenient for the early flight customers .
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henn Kiew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Thank you we liked everything especially the friendliness of your Staff and being very helpful in any way The cleanliness of the Hotel and of course the Breakfast was magnificent Warm Regards Andrew
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wong

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location, room was clean and comfortable. Friendly staffs.Price was reasonable and free breakfast. This my 5th time stay in this hotel. Will be back again for my next trip.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lai Chin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Located at the fringe of the city, the Holiday Inn Express is a very quiet hotel. The hotel and the rooms were clean, the queen-sized bed plus the pillows were very comfortable and provided restful sleep. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was the same typical Malaysian food everyday. Could have been better if there was variation especially for me who stayed there for 6 days. Nearby, there were a few seafood restaurants. Transport to the nearby city centre and shopping outlets is easily available by Grab.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cheerful, efficient and helpful staff. The housekeeping staff kept the room clean and provided fresh sheets every day. Coffee bar was replenished every day. The front office staff were cheerful, friendly and knowledgeable. Check-in and check-out accomplished within 5 minutes. Breakfast spread was sufficiently comprehensive. Just need to replenish finished items promptly during peak period. Good spread of bread, pastries and kuih kuih. The hotel could do with 24-hour room service for late arriving guests. It was a very pleasant 4-day stay at this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lai Chin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

MONA

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

KIM JOO

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GOOD VALUE FOR MONEY HOTEL TO COME BACK .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benedict Mount Kwun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor Expression

Assigned a room facing the hill and the window was covered up. Terrible thing to do where guest can draw the day and night curtains accordingly. The breakfast food and service were a mad house. Food qualify was poor and soiled dishes were all over the tables. Location is poor with no supporting commercial building or amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Athena Xin Hui

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The laundry service is very convenient for use especially for people who just finish hiking mount KK and will still be staying at Sabah for few more days, definitely don't want to keep those dirty clothing around for few days. Can have more units of the washer and dryer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

bingxing

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

YASUMITSU

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Xin

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024