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Cathay Hotel

2.5 star property
Travelers find seamless connectivity and attentive round-the-clock service at this downtown property, making any Kota Kinabalu adventure more enjoyable

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Cathay Hotel occupies a prime spot in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, offering a practical base for exploring the city. Guests appreciate the in-room WiFi that keeps them connected, while the elevator and 24-hour front desk staff ensure a hassle-free stay whenever they come and go.

Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Popular amenities

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

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed (Window)

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed (Window) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Twin Bed (Window)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Window)

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Window) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Window)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window)

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a neighborhood in Kota Kinabalu, is home to Cathay Hotel. Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal and International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Downbelow Adventure Centre and Aquascape Center. Water World Theme Park and Orchid De Villa are also worth visiting. Visit our Kota Kinabalu travel guide
Map
Block E Lot 27 & 28 Sedco Complex, Kampung Air, Jalan Albert Kwok, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000

What's nearby

  • Delicious seafood with affordable pricetag.
    Kompleks Asia City
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kota Kinabalu Waterfront showing general coastal views, boating and a sunset
    Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Centre Point
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Restoran Seri Sempelang
    1 min walk
  • Shuang Tian Seafood Restaurant (双天海鮮樓)
    2 min walk
  • Kedai Ikan Bakar Daifa
    1 min walk
  • Nasi Katok
    1 min walk
  • One To Six Seafood Restaurant
    1 min walk

About this property

Cathay Hotel

Hotel near Imago Shopping Mall
Cathay Hotel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Cathay Hotel offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: MYR 100.00 per stay

We have included all 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, 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

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Cathay Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Cathay Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

Is Cathay Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Cathay Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Cathay Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Cathay Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sedco Square and Imago Shopping Mall. Kompleks Asia City and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade are also within 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Cathay Hotel Reviews

6.8

5.2

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

6.0

Staff & service

5.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

RAZ

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
NO IRON PROVIDED.NO PRAYING MAT. NO PARKING PROVIDED.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
いつもありがとうございます。
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
いつも利用させてもらってます。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Takeo

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

泊まるだけならOK

出張にて乗り換えのためコタキナバル経由のため その為に毎回利用してます。 安いので 贅沢は言えませんので 今後も利用します。

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Good

金額を考えると 満足です。 清潔感、サービスなど 色々とこだわるなら それ相応の金額のホテルを 選べばよいと思うので トータルでGood!

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

場所がら ゴキブリは当たり前にでます。 安いですし、立地も良いので トータルで満足です！

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

OK

6/10 Okay

sabri

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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