7.1 Good Based on 231 reviews
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"This central hotel stands steps from Gaya Street and the waterfront. Rooms feature kettles and smart televisions. A security code controls building entry. Made for urban explorers, and not for travelers relying on the elevator."

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17 Oct 2026
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18 Oct 2026
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2 guests

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2

Children:

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Why guests choose Hotel Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential

  • Gaya Street Market
    5-min walk
  • Likas Bay Beach
    10-min walk
  • Atkinson Clock Tower
    5-min drive
  • Luggage Storage
    Complimentary service
  • Tour Desk
    Car hire & trips
  • Free Wi-Fi
    All areas

Overview

The smoke-free Hotel Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential Kota Kinabalu, located in a popular district, 1.4 miles from Sabah State Mosque, offers cars for rent. Public parking is available nearby at the Kota Kinabalu hotel.

The fantastic hotel has a central location 25 minutes' walk from City Park. Kota Kinabalu City Mosque is just moments from the accommodation, while City bus stop is 0.3 miles away. Also, Suria Waterfront is situated 6 minutes' walk away. Along with other cultural attractions Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is nestled 1.7 miles from the Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential Kota Kinabalu. The hotel is 15 minutes' drive from Kota Kinabalu International airport and within a 10-minute drive of North Borneo train station.

The rooms at this 2-star property feature a writing table, along with soundproof windows for guests' convenience. In-room entertainment includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, while such comforts as air conditioning are also provided. The private bathrooms, complete with a bidet, a walk-in shower, and a separate toilet, along with a hairdryer and bath sheets, are also provided.

Little Italy is adjacent to Hotel Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential, 1.2 miles away.

  • Check-in
    from 14:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 11:00
  • Hotel class
    2 stars
Hotel Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential
Our tips

Should you book Hotel Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential?

Perfect if you
  • Want to be a 5-minute walk from the Sunday Gaya Street Market, which the hotel provides.
  • Prefer rooms with sound-proofed windows for a quieter stay, available in all 21 rooms.
Maybe skip if you
  • Expect an on-site restaurant for meals - the hotel has no restaurant; only local dining options next door.
  • Plan to bring a pet - the hotel has a no-pets policy.
Best for
  • An excellent guest location score of 8.6 in the highest-rated area of Kota Kinabalu

Facilities of Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Key access
Dining
  • Electric kettle
Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential Guest Services
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV

Policies

Hotel Tourist City Centre By Hotspot Essential applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 11:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Frequently asked questions

Yes, at Hotel Tourist public parking is provided nearby.
A room in Tourist costs approximately $24.
Hotel Tourist Kota Kinabalu offers high speed internet access throughout the property.
The closest airport is Kota Kinabalu International and it is placed within 0.5 miles from Hotel Tourist.
Popular spots near Hotel Tourist Kota Kinabalu include IMAGO Shopping Mall, City Park, Merdeka Square, among others.
Restaurants near Hotel Tourist include Chilli Vanilla and Fatty Kee.
Some rooms of Hotel Tourist Kota Kinabalu welcome guests with TV with satellite channels, climate control and WiFi.
Yes, some rooms of Tourist do have an workspace.
Yes, there is an elevator in Hotel Tourist.
No, Hotel Tourist Kota Kinabalu has a strict non-smoking policy. Guests can only smoke in designated smoking areas.

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