Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Centre Point

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Breakfast) | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Point of interest

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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No. 1 Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000
  • Place, Imago Shopping Mall
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Gaya Street Sunday Market
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room (with Free Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (with Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed (with Free Breakfast)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds (with Free Breakfast)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds (with Free Breakfast)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 258 sq ft
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Centre Point and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade. This 4-star hotel has 250 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, a 24-hour gym, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Centre Point - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Esplanade - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪大茄来海鲜餐厅 Welcome Seafood Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Fook Yuen 富源 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Borenos Fried Chicken - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪知味海鲜餐厅 Imperial Seafood Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Executive Lounge, Hilton Kota Kinabalu - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, near Centre Point
Guests of Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG enjoy a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a meeting room, and a computer station.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 43-inch LCD TVs with cable channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, safes, and phones.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 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

  • 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: 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
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

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with free RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features 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).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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

Is free cancellation available 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. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do close to Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, just steps from Kompleks Asia City, and within a 10-minute walk of Sedco Square and Kompleks Karamunsing. You'll also find Imago Shopping Mall and Centre Point less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking and free RV/bus/truck parking are also available.

Does Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG have a casino?

No, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and slippers as well as a bar.

Does Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG.

Are there connecting rooms at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

The closest major airport to Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG is Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is 5.1 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 146 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 208 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lit mian

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Nerijus, Raudondvaris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

bingxing

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

6/10 Okay

LUAN WAH

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
(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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JUN MING JOEL

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily Liyu

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

Happy Guest

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

AMY

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

8/10 Good

Jessie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Good overall breakfast is not a lot of options same everyday
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMY

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacky

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet and cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Weng Yun Gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location just a bit far to walk to the harbour
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zengyue

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, will be staying here next time I’m in KK.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerrad De

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel for a short stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zengyue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The fisrt day there was some noise, but the following went back to normal. Great hotel, breakfast was aswsom.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

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 traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

WEIYING

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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