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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Kota Kinabalu and Sabah · Malaysia

Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Jesselton District, 11View location

9.2/10Excellent252 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.4/109.4
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition9.4/109.4
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

The pioneer IHG hotel in East Malaysia, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre is the smart choice for travellers looking for comfortable and hassle-free stays in Sabah, Malaysia.

Located in the city centre of Kota Kinabalu, the hotel is a 13-minute drive from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, and within short walking distance of shopping malls, bustling markets, local attractions and activities.

Enjoy restful sleep with high-quality bedding and a choice of soft or firm pillows in the hotel’s 250 contemporary twin- or queen-bedded rooms. Families may also opt for rooms with sofa beds that can accommodate up to three guests.

Amenities and facilities cover everything a traveller needs – Free Express Start Breakfast or a Grab & Go option, free and fast Wi-Fi, coffee- and tea-making facilities in every room, a 24-hour gym, a Business Centre, a self-service launderette, a 12-person meeting room, and beverages and light meals available at the Great Room.

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Kota Kinabalu is renowned for lush rainforests, tropical beaches, and unbeatable adventure. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre invites you to stay in comfort and convenience during your next visit.

Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG is within a 15-minute walk of Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Kota Kinabalu Central Market and 1.2 mi (2 km) from Gaya Street Sunday Market.

Make yourself at home in one of the 250 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Parking available
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Business facilities
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 12:00 PM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Beach nearby No rollaway/extra beds available Noise-free rooms not guaranteed Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals not allowed

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Chain Specific Standards
Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines Clean Promise (IHG)
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • 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.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. 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.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • 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.

  • Spoken Language

    Malay

    English

    Chinese (Mandarin)

Nearby attractions

All Saint's Cathedral 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Kompleks Asia City 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Sedco Square 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Kompleks Karamunsing 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Centre Point 1 km / 0.6 mi
Atkinson Clock Tower 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Plaza Wawasan 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Local Fruits Market 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Anjung Kinabalu 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Merdeka Square 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Oceanus Waterfront Mall 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Anjung Samudera 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Warisan Square 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street 1.2 km / 0.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 250
  • Number of floors (main building): 11
  • Twin rooms: 145
  • Double rooms: 145
  • Suites
  • Family rooms
  • Connecting rooms
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  • Visa Electrón
  • City centre
  • Nearest Bus / Metro Stop
  • Airport
  • Harbour
  • Beach
  • Entertainment Area
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car park
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Late Check-out
  • Wired InternetExtra charge
  • Wi-fi
  • Local and international calls
  • Secure parking
  • Room serviceExtra charge
  • Laundry service
  • LaunderetteExtra charge
  • Multilingual staff
  • 24-hour securityExtra charge
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Newspaper stand
  • Shop
  • GardenExtra charge
  • Bicycle storageExtra charge
  • Gym
  • Newspapers
  • Luggage roomExtra charge
  • Dining area
  • Clothes dryer
  • Electric kettle
  • Towels and bed linenExtra charge
  • Café
  • BarExtra charge
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking area
  • Smoking areaExtra charge
  • Highchairs
  • Banquet hall
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Breakfast room
  • Meeting room
  • Projector
  • Printer
  • Photocopier
  • Business centre
  • Fax
  • Entertainment programme for adults
  • Entertainment programme for children
  • TV lounge
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
  • Continental breakfast
  • Early bird breakfast
  • Brunch
  • All inclusive
  • All inclusive without drinks
  • Special dietary options
  • Gluten-free meals
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Snacks
  • Children get free accommodation, meals payable on the spot
  • Deposit on arrival
  • Early Check-in
  • Early departure
  • Identification card at arrival
  • Flight information required
  • No hen/stag or any other parties allowed
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Fitness
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

AI

All Inclusive

Meals and selected drinks/services may be included.

HB

Half Board

Usually includes breakfast and one additional meal.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

FB

Full Board

Usually includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

Upon availability

Room types

These are the hotel's room types, rather than live offers. Choose your travel dates to see available rooms, prices and booking conditions. Check availability

  • DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARDDOUBLE SINGLE USE • STANDARDDUS.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    DOUBLE SINGLE USE STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 1
    Room type
    DOUBLE SINGLE USE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DUS.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • QUADRUPLE TWO BEDSQUADRUPLE • TWO BEDSQUA.2B

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    QUADRUPLE TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    QUADRUPLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: QUA.2B

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN GARDEN VIEWTWIN • GARDEN VIEWTWN.GV

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    TWIN GARDEN VIEW

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    GARDEN VIEW

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.GV

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BED • 6 m²DBL.QN-2
    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDPhoto unavailable1 photo

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    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    6 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN-2

    Room amenities

    • Wake-up service
    • Pillow menu
    • 220V power supply
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Mini fridge
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Cable TV
    • Satellite TV
    • Make-up mirror
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room AccessibleRoom • AccessibleROO.H6

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    Room Accessible

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.H6

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size BedDOUBLE • Accessible-Queen Size BedDBL.H6-QN

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    DOUBLE Accessible-Queen Size Bed

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    Accessible-Queen Size Bed

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.H6-QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 9 m²TWN.ST-1
    TWIN STANDARDPhoto unavailable2 photos

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    TWIN STANDARD

    Room photos

    2 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    9 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST-1

    Room amenities

    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Cable TV
    • Satellite TV
    • Make-up mirror
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • 220V power supply
    • Pillow menu
    • Wake-up service
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • Mini fridge
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Safe

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TRIPLE TWO BEDSTRIPLE • TWO BEDSTPL.2B

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    TRIPLE TWO BEDS

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TPL.2B

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Double or Twin QUEEN SIZE BEDDouble or Twin • QUEEN SIZE BEDDBT.QN

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    Double or Twin QUEEN SIZE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.QN

    Limited room details from hotel

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 11 m²ROO.ST
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    Room STANDARD

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    11 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width, 2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

    Room amenities

    • Slippers
    • Make-up mirror
    • Satellite TV
    • Cable TV
    • Smoke detector
    • Housekeeping
    • Desk
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • 220V power supply
    • Pillow menu
    • Wake-up service
    • Safe
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Bathroom
    • Radio
    • Shower
    • TV
    • Carpeted floors
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Mini fridge

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 9 m²DBL.QN
    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDPhoto unavailable1 photo

    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    9 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width, Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN

    Room amenities

    • Make-up mirror
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Cable TV
    • Satellite TV
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • Mini fridge
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Wake-up service
    • Pillow menu
    • 220V power supply
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    SINGLE STANDARD

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 24 m²TWN.ST
    TWIN STANDARDPhoto unavailable1 photo

    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    TWIN STANDARD

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    24 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–3 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 2
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width, Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST

    Room amenities

    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Mini fridge
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Wake-up service
    • Pillow menu
    • 220V power supply
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Make-up mirror
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Cable TV
    • Satellite TV
    • Safe

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDDOUBLE • QUEEN SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 8 m²DBL.QN-1
    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BEDPhoto unavailable1 photo

    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    DOUBLE QUEEN SIZE BED

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    8 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    QUEEN SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.QN-1

    Room amenities

    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • Mini fridge
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Wake-up service
    • Pillow menu
    • 220V power supply
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Make-up mirror
    • Satellite TV
    • Cable TV
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Bathroom

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARDDBT.ST

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    Double or Twin STANDARD

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    Room RUN OF HOUSE

    Room photos

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    RUN OF HOUSE

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.RO

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room WITH VIEWSRoom • WITH VIEWSROO.WV

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    Room WITH VIEWS

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    WITH VIEWS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.WV

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 11 m²TWN.ST-2
    TWIN STANDARDPhoto unavailable1 photo

    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    TWIN STANDARD

    Room photos

    1 photo

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    11 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    Double bed 131-150 width, 2 × Single bed 80-130 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    TWIN
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: TWN.ST-2

    Room amenities

    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    • Bathroom
    • Housekeeping
    • Satellite TV
    • 220V power supply
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Desk
    • Make-up mirror
    • Cable TV
    • Pillow menu
    • Wake-up service
    • Safe
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Carpeted floors
    • Ironing set
    • Smoke detector
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Mini fridge

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BEDDouble or Twin • WITH DOUBLE BEDDBT.DB

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    Double or Twin WITH DOUBLE BED

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    WITH DOUBLE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.DB

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 24 m²DBL.ST
    DOUBLE STANDARDPhoto unavailable14 photos

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

    Room photos

    14 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    24 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Bed setup
    Queen-size bed 150-154 width, Sofa bed
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.ST

    Room amenities

    • Extra beds on demand
    • Housekeeping
    • Smoke detector
    • Cable TV
    • Bathroom
    • Shower
    • Hairdryer
    • TV
    • Radio
    • Satellite TV
    • Make-up mirror
    • Desk
    • Mini fridge
    • Tea and coffee making facilities
    • Ironing set
    • Carpeted floors
    • Individually adjustable air conditioning
    • Safe
    • Wake-up service
    • Pillow menu
    • 220V power supply
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries

    Facilities with extra charge

    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

    Room photos

    Photos are not available for this room type.

    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.2B

    Limited room details from hotel

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST-3

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    Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

    TWIN STANDARD

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    Occupancy
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    Room STANDARD

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre

9.2
Excellent
252 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.4 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
75 reviews shown
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2026
KIAN HEONG
Hotel location is good
Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2026
Jeng ying
Friendly and helpful front desk staff. Housekeeping service is great - efficient, prompt response and attentive.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
21 May 2026
Dana
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.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
17 Apr 2026
yang
Nice and good location!
Family
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
TEK FOH
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.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Mar 2026
Matt
All very nice
Self
8/10
Excellent
13 Mar 2026
Marilyn
Why We were charged an extra $98 fir extra guest? We had ONE room for the two of us. Never before have we been charged almost $100 for ‘extra guest’
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Jan 2026
Laura
Very clean rooms and friendly staff
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Nov 2025
Mohd Haikal
Superb hotel with great location
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
22 Nov 2025
Soann
Hotel room
10/10
Exceptional
18 Nov 2025
FUNG KEM HUNG
Staff are friendly
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2025
Neil
Good breakfast buffet.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Aug 2025
Kwan
Free breakfast was excellent
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
22 Aug 2025
Kwan
Surroundings area near location (not hotel) on the kerb has lots of rubbish which really need addressing but overall at the hotel premises all good n clean.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Aug 2025
Maureen
Staff was great! Unfortunately our laundry did not come bac k as expected. I would warn others that laundry is outsourced. Our laundry came back stained and I brought this to their attention. Unfortunately we had to leave the next morning and was not able to get compensation on 6 pieces of clothing of my daughter's which she bought for and during this trip.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
13 Jul 2025
Elizabeth
Good location for the airport. Comfy room, good service.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jul 2025
Lynn Deborah
Clean, comfortable rooms. Great location. Value for money.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
21 Jun 2025
LUAN WAH
(1) Breakfast spread should offer more healthier options instead of oil-rich, sugar-rich and salt-rich food. (2) Housekeeping service. The housekeeping team needs to be more careful. They left their access card slotted in the holder of my room & friends' room after cleaning. (3) Laundry service. On my second last day, I wanted to settle the bill for my 3 laundries. Unfortunately, the hotel staff could only locate 1 paper trail. It took them a while to trace the paper trail from their 3rd party laundry team. The hotel staff who 1st attended to me looked obviously flustered & unhappy. Not a reflection of being professional. At least the staff who took over was professional & apologetic. Apparently, the laundry team was supposed to tag the customer copy to each \"cleaned\" laundry bag but failed to do so. The customer copies for the 15 & 18 Jun were not found. Very poor coordination. (4) Grab breakfast. Hotel staff needs to pay attention to details & listen more. We instructed to have breakfast prepared for 4 pax the night before our early morning departure. The next day, breakfast was only packed for 3 pax.

Apart from the above, the room was very comfortable & quiet. Efficiency, customer service & professional etiquette must be further enhanced to live up to a 4-star hotel.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jun 2025
JUN MING JOEL
Good location
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2025
Jieun
Clean. Staffs were very kind. Will use it again.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2025
Catherine
First impression was this holiday inn was a a little sterile . However is exactly what was needed after a day visiting the mari mati cultural center and the cultural museum! Clean basic very modern and comfortable. The staff at the desk and the restaurant went out of their way to help make a productive and pleasant visit.
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2025
Jessie
Good overall breakfast is not a lot of options same everyday
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Apr 2025
Jacky
Nice, quiet and cleanliness
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Apr 2025
Weng Yun Gerard
Good location just a bit far to walk to the harbour
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2025
Steve
Very nice hotel, will be staying here next time I’m in KK.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2025
Gerrad De
Nice hotel for a short stay
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Feb 2025
Zengyue
The fisrt day there was some noise, but the following went back to normal. Great hotel, breakfast was aswsom.
Friends_and_family Family
8/10
Excellent
22 Jan 2025
Leticia
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.
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
Verified traveler
Excellent
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jan 2025
Verified traveler

Malaysia trip

Only thing missing is a swimming pool
Partner
4/10
Poor
03 Dec 2024
Hon thang
Don’t like
10/10
Exceptional
02 Nov 2024
Richard BK
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.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
09 Oct 2024
sidney kwok hong
If the breakfast can starts from 6 instead of 6:30, much more convenient for the early flight customers

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Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 Sep 2024
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
10/10
Exceptional
22 Sep 2024
Wong

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.
Friends_and_family Friends
8/10
Excellent
18 Sep 2024
Lai Chin
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.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Sep 2024
Paul
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.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2024
MONA
Great location.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Aug 2024
KIM JOO
GOOD VALUE FOR MONEY HOTEL TO COME BACK .
Friends_and_family Friends
6/10
Pleasant
23 Jun 2024
Verified traveler

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.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2024
Athena Xin Hui
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.
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jun 2024
YASUMITSU
It was a very clean hotel.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2024
Dhanieya
Enjoyed their buffet
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
20 Apr 2024
Conrad
Staff were very helpful and even though I arrived very early am, they were still very friendly.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
05 Apr 2024
Charles
The hotel is centrally located, clean and the staff are friendly and helpful. They have a good buffet breakfast.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
17 Mar 2024
Sng Kok Hoe Maurice
Gd location, clean, well maintained, everything working well, gd decent breakfast, near to food & shopping areas. Crossing the 2 roads to the food & shopping area quite a challenge. Good if hv more movie channels. Definitely will stay here again & recommend others. Keep it the gd work. Thks for pleasant comfortable 3 night’s stay.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
26 Feb 2024
Marina
Very nice, clean and beautiful hotel w best breakfast ever! Strongly recommend!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Feb 2024
Paul
Nice and clean. Very pleasant staff
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2024
YOKE TEOW
It’s our first time staying in Holiday Inn Express, very nice and most of the hotel staff are very friendly/helpful esp. front desk staff….keep up the good work. Thank you.
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2024
RENJIE
地理位置优越,离海鲜市场很近,服务符合预期,员工都很友善,乐于助人。唯一一个缺点是酒店的窗户是封闭式的,淋浴室的潮气比较重。
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 Jan 2024
Gerrad De
Overall a good short stay at the hotel. Breakfast was ok.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 Dec 2023
Yuxu
It was a very pleasant trip. All the staff were friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and well furnished for the price.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Dec 2023
Jeffrey
Not near much. Good dining choice in the fish market across the street. Hotel bar/dining not very good. Over price wine. 1/2 glass wine was same price as my meal. Lamb very tough.they Don’t take cash.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Dec 2023
Elsa
Excellent location and buffet breakfast provided. Staff are very pleasant & helpful
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
28 Nov 2023
Lily
The position is good, breakfast lots of choices.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Oct 2023
Fabian
The property is in a quiet location, yet still close to many malls and markets. To get around in Kota Kinabalu by walking is possible but I would suggest downloading the Grab app and use that. Though things are very close, many streets don't have crossings for pedestrians and the temperatures can get quite high.
Leisure Self
8/10
Excellent
10 Oct 2023
Siam Leng
I like the express check out
10/10
Exceptional
06 Oct 2023
Joyce
Staff very helpful and friendly. Breakfast included. Service at all levels were excellent.
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
26 Sep 2023
Richard
Arrived late into Kota Kinabalu and check in was very quick and easy. The room was spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was good.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Aug 2023
Abiden Khairiana
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
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
15 Aug 2023
xia feng
Very clean one of the best option in KK. Highly recommend!
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jun 2023
lian choo
Lobe the cleanliness.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
18 Jun 2023
Ai Ling
Like the cleanliness, the friendly staff, comfortable beds and good service
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
17 Jun 2023
Verified traveler

Very welcoming stay

There’s more positive things than negative things to say. If there’s something to nitpick, it would be that few of the breakfast items were too dry. Overall, I think this hotel is amazing and the people were very friendly and helpful :) When I do go back, this will be my first choice!
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2023
Kam Chee
Offer a wide range of buffet breakfast. Quick to check-in and check-out.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2023
Lesley
Clean and quiet.
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2023
Ramona
Good hotel, i would recommend for short stays. Not many things around though
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
21 May 2023
Ramona
Very good for short stays. Has everything you need around.
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
20 May 2023
KAI QUAN
very bad experience at this hotel , staff irresponsible, rude attitude, poor management
Never ever next time to stay here
10/10
Exceptional
13 May 2023
Ming Choo
The room was spacious, modern, bright & clean. The staff was attentive, polite & efficient.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2023
Vivien

Loved this hotel

Really enjoyed staying in this hotel. The staff were friendly and helpful, from the check-in staff, the restaurant staff etc. The beds were comfortable. I liked the bathroom set-up where the door is both the door for the shower and the entire bathroom. The shower itself was acceptably clean, although I feel more attention could have been given to the corners on the floor as they have a slight reddish color to them, which shows they may not have been scrubbed in a while.
The breakfast buffet was not excessive, but there was enough variety to satisfy most guests. Try even provided to-go cups and paper bags for you to take your coffee and pastries with you if you didn’t have time to sit down for breakfast. Impressed!
While not in the center of town, it was not too far to walk to some restaurants and stores. If you don’t want to walk, it’s easy to get a GrabCar to get around.
The best thing about this hotel is they have a self-service laundry room so you don’t have to go out and find a laundromat. It’s not the cheapest to use, but it’s very convenient.
Would absolutely choose to stay here again!
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2023
Magdalen
Property very nice and the breakfast was very good
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Apr 2023
Chong
Fast check-in & check out. Very good
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
09 Apr 2023
Dhanieya
Good spread of breakfast buffet
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
26 Mar 2023
Emma
Breakfast had a \"Grab and Go\" option (i.e. you can take away pastries and coffee) if you're in a rush which is great for business travellers or like myself, hiking Mount KK. Great stay -- just what I needed after a grueling hike
Leisure Partner

Location & surroundings

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman Jesselton District, 11, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

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