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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area. - Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG (Kota Kinabalu)
A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea. - Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG (Kota Kinabalu)
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall. - Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG (Kota Kinabalu)
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues. - Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG (Kota Kinabalu)
A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design. - Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG (Kota Kinabalu)
Located close to Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, a coffee shop/cafe, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to an outdoor entertainment area and a bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Parking available

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Room options

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A bed with white bedding and pillows against a wooden headboard.

Standard Room (with Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of greenery through the window.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (with Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room (with Free Breakfast)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room (with Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a TV, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Standard Room, Multiple Beds (with Free Breakfast)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small round table.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Breakfast)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a black countertop sink, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (High Floor with Free Breakfast)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (High Floor with Free Breakfast)

A modern bathroom with a glass shower enclosure, a black countertop sink, and a towel rack.

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (High Floor with Free Breakfast)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a neighborhood in Kota Kinabalu, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG is near the airport and near the beach. Centre Point and Imago Shopping Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Lok Kawi Wildlife Park. Take time off to check out the health/beauty spa in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like ziplining, mountain climbing, and ecotours nearby. Visit our Kota Kinabalu travel guide
Map
No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000

What's nearby

  • A crowded riverside dining area with tables and chairs, string lights, and flags.
    Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • A river with boats, a bridge, and flags of Malaysia and the USA.
    Imago Shopping Mall
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Centre Point
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station
    5 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
    16 min drive

Restaurants

  • 大茄来海鲜餐厅 Welcome Seafood Restaurant
    8 min walk
  • Borenos Fried Chicken
    6 min walk
  • Fook Yuen 富源
    7 min walk
  • Sri Maju Steamboat, KK
    7 min walk
  • Signalhill Coffee
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (MYR 5 per stay)
  • Limited onsite self 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 center
  • 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 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (35 inches high)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (33 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 10 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2019
  • Communal living room
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

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: 3:00 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 available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

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Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: MYR 5 per stay (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for MYR 5 per stay. Limited spots are available.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

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

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG located?

Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade. Gaya Street Sunday Market and Kota Kinabalu Central Market are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 240 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Genya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleaning staff did a great job keeping the room clean. The food was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

KIAN HEONG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel location is good
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeng ying

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful front desk staff. Housekeeping service is great - efficient, prompt response and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and good location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and well maintained. Breakfast was amazing with both western and local foods. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Thank you Nazsim. The Welcome seafood restaurant across was really good.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mohd Haikal

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Superb hotel with great location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

TEK FOH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room I had was facing the city. Room was very surprisingly nice! Bed was very comfortable and nice sheets. There is plenty of shelf space to put things. It is a short walking distance to shops and restaurants. I really enjoyed my stay at the Holiday Inn Express.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

FUNG KEM HUNG

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Free breakfast was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location for the airport. Comfy room, good service.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

SHINO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the staff was very friendly and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

JUN MING JOEL

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and buffet breakfast provided. Staff are very pleasant & helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lynn Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable rooms. Great location. Value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean and beautiful hotel w best breakfast ever! Strongly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is centrally located, clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. They have a good buffet breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

YASUMITSU

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very clean hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Jacky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet and cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The position is good, breakfast lots of choices.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Conrad

Staff were very helpful and even though I arrived very early am, they were still very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Abiden Khairiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a short stay...it is comfortable and near to airport and mall. Breakfast spread is good and rooms are comfy! Highly recommended. Staff also very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Yuxu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a very pleasant trip. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and well furnished for the price.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jieun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean. Staffs were very kind. Will use it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025