Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia View on map
8.4 Very Good Based on 351 reviews
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"The hotel sits at the heart of the Gaya Street weekend market, surrounded by local eateries and shops. Rooms offer air conditioning and elevator access. Best for urban travelers, less so for anyone sensitive to building noise."

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14 Oct 2026
Check-out
15 Oct 2026
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Children:

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Why guests choose Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu

  • Free Airport Drop-Off
    Mon-Sat 8am-4pm
  • Sunday Market Location
    Atkinson Clock Tower 700 ft
  • Dining Nearby
    2-min walk to cafes
  • 24-Hour Reception
    Multilingual staff available
  • Public Parking
    MYR 10 per day
  • Daily Housekeeping
    Complimentary service

Overview

Offering cars for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the perfect Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu is about 15 minutes' walk from Local food market. Located in proximity to Handicraft Market, this hotel features 81 rooms with views of the city.

Located 0.8 miles from Marlin Statue, the non-smoking hotel is also 2.8 miles from North Borneo railroad station. The 3-star Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu is situated in the Downtown Kota Kinabalu district of Kota Kinabalu, within easy reach of Borneo Night. Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Kota Kinabalu City Park, situated around a 5-minute walk away. Guests can visit historical sights, including Sabah Palace, located only 0.6 miles from this property, and learn more about Kota Kinabalu. There is City bus stop steps away from the Kota Kinabalu hotel.

The rooms include an air conditioner, along with such modern comforts as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Offering amenities such as shower caps and towels, the bathrooms also feature a bidet, a separate toilet, and a shower.

The Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in close proximity to Wen Chang Hainan Chicken Rice and offers a broad selection of meals.

  • Check-in
    from 14:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Our tips

Should you book Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu?

Perfect if you
  • Need a free airport shuttle - the hotel offers free airport drop-off Monday to Saturday from 8am to 4pm.
  • Want to explore on foot - Gaya Street Sunday Market is right onsite, and dining options are within a 2-minute walk.
  • Arrive without a car - the City bus stop is a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
Maybe skip if you
  • Travel with a pet - the hotel does not allow pets on the property.
  • Need a guaranteed 24-hour airport transfer - the free airport drop-off is only available Monday through Saturday.
Best for
  • An excellent location score of 9.3 from real guests, the best-rated area in Kota Kinabalu

Facilities of Mandarin Hotel

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
Mandarin Hotel Guest Services
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Sitting area
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
  • Parquet floor

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Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 12:00
Important info

Frequently asked questions

Yes, at Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu public parking is provided nearby.
For a room in Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu, you will spend approximately $35.
Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers WiFi throughout the property.
The closest airport is Kota Kinabalu International and it is placed within 0.5 miles from Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu.
Popular spots near Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu include Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre, Mamutik Island, Gaya Street Sunday Market, among others.
Restaurants near Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu include Pizza Hut Gaya Street and Pang's Coffee.
Some rooms of Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu welcome guests with such facilities as climate control, TV and smoke detectors.
Yes, Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu does have an elevator.

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Check-in
14 Oct 2026
Check-out
15 Oct 2026
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