See all properties

City Garden Hotel

3.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for City Garden Hotel

A multi-story building with a red and grey facade, multiple windows, and a sign for City Garden Hotel Tawau.
A reception desk with a digital alarm panel, a potted orchid, and flags.
A laundromat with multiple washing machines, instructional posters, and a 24-hour service sign.
A hotel room with a wooden headboard, a large bed with white bedding, a wooden floor, and a door leading to another room.
A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden walls, and doors leading to rooms.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

View in a map
TB457, TB458 & TB459, Lot 92/93/94, Blk M, Bandar Sabindo, Tawau, Sabah, 91000
  • Place, Tawau State Library
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawau Federal House
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Tawau Tanjung Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tawau (TWU)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Air conditioning

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room, Air conditioning

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Air conditioning

A hotel room with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and a shower area.

Deluxe Twin Room, Air conditioning

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room

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

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a phone.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Queen

Coffee and/or coffee maker

Standard Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Twin

In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request)

Standard Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Tawau

City Garden Hotel places you next to Tawau State Library and within a mile (2 km) of other popular attractions like Hospital Besar Tawau. This 39-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. It's connected to a shopping center in central Tawau and also close to Tawau Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Tawau State Library - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tawau Federal House - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tawau Tanjung Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Al-Kauthar Mosque - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Tawau Fish Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tawau (TWU) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yassin Curry House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Kak Rugak - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Good View Seafood Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sky Bar & Lounge - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Hamed Firdaus - ‬4 min walk

About this property

City Garden Hotel

City Garden Hotel features free WiFi in public areas and free newspapers. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch LED TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bidets. Electric kettles, laptop-compatible safes, and phones are other standard amenities.

Similar properties

Minibar, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Hotel Emas Tawau
Tawau
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
6.8 out of 10, 23 reviews
$32 nightly
The price is $37
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Emas Tawau

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the waterfront

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MYR 50.0 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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 or credit 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

City Garden Hotel Tawau
City Garden Tawau
City Garden Hotel Hotel
City Garden Hotel Tawau
City Garden Hotel Hotel Tawau

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at City Garden Hotel?

City Garden Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at City Garden Hotel?

As of Aug 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at City Garden Hotel on Aug 12, 2026 start from $29, 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.

What's there to see around City Garden Hotel?

This hotel is located in Tawau, just steps from Tawau State Library and Sabindo Plaza, and within a short walk of Tawau Tanjung Market. You'll also find Tawau Fish Market and Tawau Federal House less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at City Garden Hotel?

No, there isn't parking available at the hotel.

Does City Garden Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, City Garden Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at City Garden Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at City Garden Hotel?

At this waterfront hotel, amenities that appeal to couples include slippers, slippers in some guestrooms, as well as a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at City Garden Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does City Garden Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, City Garden Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will City Garden Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at City Garden Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at City Garden Hotel?

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

What is the closest airport to City Garden Hotel?

The closest major airport to City Garden Hotel is Tawau (TWU), which is 19.7 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at City Garden Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms at City Garden Hotel that offer a balcony.

City Garden Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

657

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is good, breakfast is nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

ROBERT

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room is smelly and not very clean
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tapos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel near the waterfront. Lots of street food restaurants nearby. Local shopping mall at walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good value for money. 10 minute walk to the ferry terminal with loads of food options on its doorstep. Very clean and comfortable with toiletries provided.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eloise

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

Excellent hotel in Tawau

Really great hotel- staff were very friendly and helpful. We stayed for 4 nights and couldn't have asked for anything more. Excellent wifi. English speaking staff at reception. Great area with lots of shops and restaurants to explore. Would highly recommend if you seen in tawau for any length of time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lee Kah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place really surprised me. The pictures do not do it justice. I stayed in a non-smoking room, not sure what smoking floors are like. Staff there are very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The water pressure for the shower is good but the towel provided is dark and looked unclean. Overall, the room is clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything is fine except strangely, I repeatedly couldn't get any WiFi connections when using my laptop.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

KOK TUCK

Liked: Cleanliness
Opposite restaurant there’s row of food stalls.Tv channels lousy.Aircond cold but can’t control temperature
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything is fine, except I repeatedly couldn't get any WiFi connections for my laptop. As a result, I couldn't proceed to complete my work. The friendly receptionist was trying his best to help but to no avail. Hope the hotel management will look into the problem and strive to provide a better WiFi service for all potential guests.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carla

Badkamer niet schoon , haren in bed , wifi valt steeds weg tenzij je dicht bij de router zit
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dicht bij de minibus naar semporna, genoeg restaurants en eetgelegenheden aan de overkant, paar minuten lopen van grote supermarkt, overal winkels, en salons
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Antelio

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

Tawau zona da evitare

Camera di quint’ordine, bagno fatiscente. Tutto sommato pulito. La zona fa veramente schifo e oltre a qualche topo in giro e qualche bancarella di cibo locale (preparato Dio solo sa dove e come), non esiste null’altro. Qualche barbiere al massimo.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

SYED NASIRIN BIN SYED ZAINOL ABIDIN

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
New hotel. Super clean. Safe parking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Harmiza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfortable. Toiletries are complete in the bathroom. If you're staying for the weekend, there's a Sunday market nearby to visit! There's seafood restaurant and nearby grocery store if you need to buy extra stuff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a great location downtown near the sea, the mosque and the fish markets. Easy walk to many local sites and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good.. I like to come again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachel

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

Nice, clean and fresh

Nice, clean and fresh hotel in Semporna. Easy base to walk around town and access restaurants. Didn't hear a peep from outside or any other guests. Reception staff were super helpful in organising an early morning ride to Tawau and got us a great price. Only negative would be that i found the bed way too hard... felt like 10cm of padding on top of a slab of wood. Don't know that i could have handled more than 2 nights purely from the mattress perspective. Other than that would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location nice and clean Good location nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SYAWAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleanliness.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Winnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Location is good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel in Tawau. It was clean, felt new, affordable, and has an elevator. It’s across the street from the seafood court. Kam Ling is wonderful. Centrally located, and very convenient for shopping.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kari

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

Convenient for a few nights

Friendly staff, comfortable bed, right across from sea food restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

eizo

Liked: Staff & service

思いの外感じの良いホテル

場所柄選択肢が少なく適当に選んだホテルだったが低価格にもかかわらず思いの外対応が良く感じの良いホテルでした。目の前の海鮮レストランがあって良いのですが高めであまりおすすめ出来ません。高評価なのでこのホテルの為にも是非掲載してほしい！hotels.comには意図的な不掲載をやめてほしい！
Stayed 1 night in May 2019