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Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Property class: 4

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A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.
A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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G-08 JALAN TUN FUAD STEPHENS, Kota Kinabalu, 88000
  • Place, Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, KK Plaza
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gaya Street Sunday Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, a small round table, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Premier Studio, 2 Twin Beds

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Premier Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. A large window offers a city view.

1-Bedroom Premier Queen

  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. A large window offers a city view.

1-Bedroom Premier King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

1-Bedroom Premier Twin

  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Premier Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (King)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

Premier Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (King)

  • Sea view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One-Bedroom Premier King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Premier Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for One-Bedroom Premier King With Sea View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One-Bedroom Premier King With Sea View

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu is next to Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza. This 396-room, 4-star aparthotel has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a gym. Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, the aparthotel is connected to a rail/subway station, and a short walk from Handicraft Market and Anjung Kinabalu.
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What's nearby

  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • KK Plaza - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Centre Point - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 7 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tanjung Ria Café - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Coconut 太子椰 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Kopi Melanian 3 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Kenangan Coffee The Shore - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Todak Waterfront Hawker Center - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Guests staying at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu enjoy an outdoor pool, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is available for MYR 20 per day. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with securing valuables and concierge services. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and a water dispenser.
Each apartment is air-conditioned and has an array of amenities, including a coffee maker, a safe, and an ironing board. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels. The bathroom offers hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bidets. Other standard amenities include a desk, a wardrobe or closet, and a desk chair.
Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (MYR 20 per day)

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MYR 55 for adults and MYR 55 for children

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting rooms

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • Connected to a rail/subway station
  • In a business district
  • Near the airport
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Shopping mall

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 396 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting units available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets or service animals

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately MYR 55 for adults and MYR 55 for children
  • Self parking fee: MYR 20 per day

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 and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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 and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • 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 cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Citadines Waterfront KK
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Aparthotel
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Aparthotel Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

As of Aug 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu on Sep 3, 2026 start from $77, 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 near Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

This aparthotel is situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, just steps from Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza, and within a short walk of Kota Kinabalu Esplanade. You'll also find Gaya Street Sunday Market and Suria Sabah Shopping Mall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

Yes, parking is offered for MYR 20 per day.

Does Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu include a casino at the property?

No, Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

No, this aparthotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront aparthotel include bathrobes and slippers in each apartment, and some feature sea view.

Are there hot tubs at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

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

Does Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu offers continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets and service animals aren't allowed at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu.

Are there connecting rooms at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

Yes, there are connecting units available at this aparthotel book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

The closest major airport to Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu is Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is 5.4 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

No, there aren't any apartments with balconies at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu.

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 77 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jihyun

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This hotel is in a great location close to the waterfront and within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room is very small but very new, one year old. Swimming pool was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

kwok tai

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
good hotel, but price too high for this class
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was clean with a nice view of bay, great swimming pool overlooking bay. Great location right next to waterfront, market, shopping mall. Staff where all friendly during interaction. Can recommend staying here. Only small negative is the air conditioner was not great. But otherwise great stay, thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Excellent service, great location, Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nurhakim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very nice stay. Would come back again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

M M TAUHIDUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great swimming pool with view of the sunset. The 24 hour gym is very nice. The restaurant on the 6th floor on the same floor as the gym and pool is very good too, though a bit expensive for what you get. They did allow substitutions, for example substituting a fried chicken sandwich for a grilled chicken sandwich, and having sauces on the side. You just have to ask them for this. The ground floor restaurant is more affordable, but most of the dishes serve fried meat, so it’s not a good choice for health conscious eaters. The bed was very comfortable, though not long enough for taller people, which resulted in my feet hanging off the end. All of the staff are very friendly and helpful. The location is excellent, with so many places within walking distance, be it outdoor fresh fish restaurants, night markets, during street, jetties for boat excursions, etc. What’s nice too is in the lobby there is kind of a small mall, with an Orange convenience store, a souvenir shop, and chocolate shop, a Burger King, and a terrific Cantonese style fish restaurant. It’s nice sometimes to not go out in the heat and have a nice meal. I found that the fish restaurant was the best place to eat in the hotel and mall complex. Nearby within walking distance are large shopping malls, including a place called Wisma Merdeka, which is the best place to change money. Be warned though , that this downtown area is dirty and maybe even scary to some, so take that into consideration.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim-Foo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room is clean and nee
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Flora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice , clean room but a bit small .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place. Very friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was small, but nice view from the pool. Really nice spot. Gym is cool too. Close of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shui ping

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excellent hotel

Nice location in the downtown Centre and worth price to choose this hotel. Spacious for the premium room. Plenty of restaurants nearby as well. Friendly n warm staff at the reception. Nice view from the room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yi Xian Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. Brand new, good sizing and the room were very well equipped. The value for money was good and again, because it is very new, everything was in very good condition. Good location as well. Would return again definitely!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Choon Guan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small kitchen is a plus make easy for some light cooking possible.Nice sunset lounge for relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Long weekend in KK, Sabah…

Central location, near shops and restaurants and on the waterfront, with friendly and helpful staff. Optional breakfast buffet and they made us a packed breakfast for our trip out. Pool overlooks the sea and there is a large lounge to relax in plus a small gym. Room was clean and adequate with a great kitchenette within the room, cooker, microwave, saucepans, kettle and a full fridge freezer. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

HANKYU

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy

I stayed 4night. Good location. Clean room. I enjoyed swimming with beautiful sea view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SHENYI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a convenient location with accessibility to mall and dining places. The hotel lobby was clean. The room is clean, but not very spacious. The toilet is also clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
A fire broke out overnight in the hotel. It was chaos. Difficult to find emergency exit, no communication to guests
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
We have no complaints about the unit when we walked in however it was located in a bad part of a disgusting town of Kota Kinabalu. We could not bring ourselves to stay and left and went up the street and checked into the Marriott.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

POH HWA

Liked: Amenities
Property was new, nice, and big (it was basically a full fledged one room apartment we had). Two TVs, kitchenette and washing machine. Location was well placed within 10min walk to gaya street. Only drawback was that Citadines co-shares the plot and common facilities w an apartment building called Northshore (different wing) which brings along w that, tons of short-stay crowd (amongst them children) and noise in the common areas, esp the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
We arrived at the property all was going well till we had a fire and had to vacate the property at 1 am and couldnt get back to our romm till 5 am to get our gear after seeing the manager in the lobby and speaking to the hotel twice we keep getting fobbed off after they promised the refund. The facility is nice but the management need to honour their promuses and at least email us
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025