Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

8.8
  • City view
  • Free Wifi
  • Air conditioning
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Safe
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • Parking on site

About this property

Centrally located in the city's commercial district, Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms and free WiFi throughout. Free parking is provided and the nearest shopping center is located across the property. Every room features modern decor, air conditioning and a flat-screen satellite TV with Chinese channels. The private bathroom comes with a shower and free toiletries. Some rooms come with city or sea view. Daily buffet breakfast is served at Peniel Delicacy, which also opens for all-day dining and offers Malaysian cuisine. More dining options are reachable within a few minutes' walk from the property. Staff at the 24/7 reception are fluent in Chinese, English and Malay. Laundry service can be requested at an additional charge, while luggage storage is available for free. Other facilities include meeting facilities and a business center. Filipino Market and Warisan Square are 0.6 mi from Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, a 5.2 mi drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Parking on site
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
CHM Hotels
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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Asian

  • Parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.

Availability

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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Ili
Malaysia Malaysia
“The staff are friendly, and the bed are good. The breakfast buffet has good range and I love the location being so near to the Sabah Centre Point, and of course, Borenos!”
Ibanyok
Brunei Brunei
“Staying just to catch 7 a.m flight. I have no time in town.”
Willey
Malaysia Malaysia
“Good location, freindly staff, clean, comfortable and value for money.”
Amy
Malaysia Malaysia
“Room size consider spacious fr 2 persons stay, provided the basic room amenities like toothbrush, toothpaste, hair and body shampoo & etc. Bed linen all clean and no smell. Location is surrounding with shops, eatery, 24 hours mart and have...”
Zahar
Malaysia Malaysia
“good location, plenty eateries, pharmacy and other shops”
Angie
United States United States
“My 2nd satisfied stay. Very friendly helpful staff from check in to security. Clean good size room that smell fresh. Big screen TV for the room with lots of new movies for free. The staff in the hotel restaurant are also friendly and offered a...”
Hyginus
Malaysia Malaysia
“Strategically located in the city centre. Walking distance to seafood restaurants. Room was clean and tidy. Staff was friendly.”
Yan
Malaysia Malaysia
“Our room is spacious. Very clean and tidy. We have requested a simple deco and the team had presented it nicely. Thank you very much for that.”
Appy
United States United States
“Room and bathroom are clean. Location to eateries nearby. WIFI is fast. Free Car park available but few spaces. Cafe at the lobby. TV includes flight information (Great addition!).”
Anonymous
Malaysia Malaysia
“Room was very clean and comfortable. Excellent free movie choices.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
One Roof Cafe
  • Cuisine
    American • Chinese • Korean • Malaysian • Local • Asian • International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern

Amenities of Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Parking on site
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests

House rules

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.