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Mandarin Hotel

2.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu hotel in Downtown Kota Kinabalu with a conference centre

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Exterior
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$71
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb

Explore the area

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No 136 & 138, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • KK Plaza
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Single Room

Deluxe Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 11 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 13.9 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Standard Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Standard Single Room

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 8 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 13 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 12 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, No Windows

Superior Room, No Windows

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Bidet
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room with No Window

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room with No Window

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Kota Kinabalu

Mandarin Hotel puts you in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, within steps of Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street and Gaya Street Sunday Market. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .Coffee/tea makers, free bottled water and hairdryers are featured in all 81 rooms. Additionally, phones and desks are available. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additionally, you'll find a conference centre and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free airport drop-off service. .Near this Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotel, you'll find Imago Shopping Mall.

What's nearby

  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 2 min walk
  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market - 6 min walk
  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 8 min walk
  • Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal - 13 min walk
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 9 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Royal Coconut - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Kopi Yee Fung - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Guan's Kopitiam 源茶室 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Kopi Yuit Cheong - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mizumizu Coffee - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Mandarin Hotel

Kota Kinabalu hotel in Downtown Kota Kinabalu with a conference centre
Mandarin Hotel offers its guests multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. A free shuttle from the hotel to the airport is free (available on request). The business-friendly Mandarin Hotel also features dry cleaning/laundry services and a lift.

This Kota Kinabalu hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • Conference centre
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Mandarin Hotel offers 81 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, bidets and hairdryers.

This Kota Kinabalu hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free airport drop-off shuttle from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM at scheduled times and on request

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Conference centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Mandarin Hotel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Mandarin Kota Kinabalu
Mandarin Hotel Hotel
Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Mandarin Hotel Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Mandarin Hotel?

Mandarin Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Mandarin Hotel?

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mandarin Hotel on 18 Feb 2025 start from AU$70.68, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Mandarin Hotel?

The closest beach to Mandarin Hotel is Dalit Beach (19.8 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Mandarin Hotel?

Yep, there's a free shuttle from the hotel to the airport that runs from 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM on request.

What time are check-in & check-out at Mandarin Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Mandarin Hotel?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Mandarin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 232 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 232 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 31 out of 232 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 232 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 232 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was walkable distance. Despite it being crowded on the weekend due to some market....still could sleep well.....it was a good trip. Will definitely stay here again. Good for solo travellers as it was an option for a single bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Scot

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ok hotel centered on old area of kota kinabalu. Staff was very nice. Room was average with some updates. Has refrigerator but also has slot that room key must be inserted in for electricity to work. When you take key and leave room refrigerator has no power. Why have refrigerator? Hotel was quiet but hallways smelled like cigarettes. I think there are better choices in KK at this price point.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Stay, Great Location
Walking distace from main pier and bus station. Not far ride from airport. Staff were all wonderful. Would stay again 100%.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Chi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Basin tap is tight and the toilet roll is far to reach
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Florine

10/10 Excellent

THRUVARASU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was amazing as the staff and front desk were more than friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

W

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very Comfortable and Clean Hotel.
We really enjoyed our stay here,the rooms were spotlessly clean and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Lots of restaurants and shopping around this area, would definitely use the hotel again. use again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

WAI LIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A bit disappointed this time
Location - Excellent Staff - friendly Cons - room a bit dusty and no hot water shower for room 9416.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Location is good but too noisy even we closed the windows, and someone ate durian in the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service ok
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very close to the city center (Jetty, waterfront, night market, good restaurants). The staffs were very nice and happy to switch rooms for us upon request. Room view was not very nice, though, but admittedly it is hard to find a good view with how buildings in KK are placed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Soundproofing between rooms is very poor. Other than that, the room is clean and comfortable. The location of the hotel is awesome. The staff are very friendly and attentive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect KK base!
The Mandarin was the perfect location, the staff were all lovely - so friendly and helpful. I had the pleasure of meeting the manager who gave me some great advice, I booked for 2 nights and stayed for 3! If you need a comfortable base in KK because you’re out exploring then this is perfect. Small, compact but perfect for me a solo traveler wanting to spend my days exploring. My bed was very comfortable and the shower was lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Megan, USA

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is good- walking distance to markets, waterfront, ferry etc. Staff is very nice. The rooms are a little small and feels cramped and the window is small, but the bathroom is very modern and excellent.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay.
Great place to stay if you're here for Borneo Marathon. Shuttle bus pickup point is a walking distance away. Additional bonus, free transport from Hotel to Airport on checkout day. Lots of activities around the hotel area, walking distance to Gaya Street.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easter 2019 stay
It was good. Location next to alot of great food and mall. Except late night karaoke and friday pasa malam and Sunday mkts either keeps us awake or wakes us too early.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Yun
Very good location for food
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Yew Shen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We can heard our next room talking or playing radio... Bit noisy and disturb sleep time
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

lilee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location is great - close to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top place
Bang in the middle of KK and a wonderful place to stay.Basic but lives up to and excedes the services it provides.Full of smiles and helpful staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff so friendly, clean room, strategic location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Friendly stafff, comfortable and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018