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About the Hotel

Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens P.O. Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88843

Rooms & Accommodations

Gaya Centre Hotel offers 260 air-conditioned rooms with cable TV, minibars, and free WiFi. Rooms feature either queen beds or twin single beds, with private bathrooms equipped with showers. Some rooms include seating areas and offer views of the city or sea. Family rooms and suites provide additional space with two queen beds.

Dining Options

The G Cafe serves local and international cuisine from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM daily, with alfresco terrace dining overlooking Gaya Island. A daily buffet breakfast includes nasi lemak and other hot items. Room service is available from 10:00 AM to 10:45 PM.

Leisure & Fitness

The hotel features a fitness center with computerized treadmills, cycling machines, step machines, and free weights, open daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM. All fitness facilities are complimentary for guests.

Location & Transportation

Gaya Centre Hotel is a 4-minute walk from Wisma Merdeka and adjacent to Suria Sabah shopping mall. It is 10 km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 6 km from North Borneo Railway. The waterfront, Central Market, and Sabah State Mosque are within 1.5 km.

Hotel Services

The reception desk provides local knowledge, tour assistance, and help with fax, photocopying, and printing. Other facilities include a business center, souvenir shop, and basement parking. Airport taxi transfers can be arranged for individuals or groups.

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

2695 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Standard Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

2695 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Family Room

Max:

2 persons

3230 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

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City Centre

Kota Kinabalu4300 ft

Airports

Kota Kinabalu International (BKI) 5.3 mi

Train

North Borneo Railway 3.1 mi

Amenities

Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots

Spa & Leisure

Karaoke
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens P.O. Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88843

Map view

Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens P.O. Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88843

City landmarks

Shopping Area

Warisan Square

4400 ft

Landmark

Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre

1.5 mi

Tower

Atkinson Clock Tower

1.4 mi

Mall

Central Market

4400 ft

Mall

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

4400 ft

Market

Gaya Street Sunday Market

1.4 mi

Museum

Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village

1.8 mi

Landmark

Desa Dairy Farm

3000 ft

Landmark

Sabah State Mosque

4300 ft

Landmark

Menara Tun Mustapha

3000 ft

Island

Mamutik Island

4400 ft

Shopping Area

Centre Point

4400 ft

Landmark

Sunday Market

1.4 mi

Market

Pasar Malam Sinsuran

4400 ft

Landmark

Signal Hill Observatory Platform

386.9 mi

Harbour

Jesselton Point

386.9 mi

Mall

Suria Mall

386.9 mi

Landmark

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

386.9 mi

Landmark

Signal Hill Observatory Tower

386.9 mi

Nearby

Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen

I Love KK

1100 ft

Square

Marlin Statue

1100 ft

Lorong Bank 3

Pillars of Sabah

500 ft

Mall

Suria Sabah

400 ft

Mall

Wisma Merdeka

600 ft

Sabah Tourism Board

800 ft

Park

City Park

1.4 mi

Unit No 132

Mari Mari Destinations

200 ft

Street Art & Graffiti Gallery

500 ft

Kota Kinabalu

Borneo Night

1100 ft

DHL Sdn. Bhd

700 ft

Restaurants

SugarBun Gaya Street

1100 ft

Lot 48 Jalan Pantai

Sheikh Shack Restaurant

1100 ft

Jalan Pantai Next To Kinabalu Daya Hotel

T Culture

700 ft

2nd Floor Phase I Wisma Merdeka

Fatty Kee

1400 ft

8 Lorong Bakau Jalan Pantai

Kedai Kopi Fatt Kee

1300 ft

28 Jln Bakau Kota Kinabalu Lama

One Roof Cafe

1400 ft

25 Jalan Pantai

Zuo's Rougu Cha

1400 ft

74 Jalan Gaya

Guest Ratings & Reviews

Real Guest Experiences & Ratings

William

United States, May 2024

7.4/10

The hotel has a strategic location near shopping malls, the city center, and the port for island trips. The service was courteous and efficient, with special attention to individual preferences such as custom-cooked breakfast. The prime location makes it a great choice for travelers wanting easy access to various attractions.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although a bit old and smelling like smoke, were comfortable. The thin windows did not provide ideal sound insulation, but overall, satisfactory.

Service

9.0

The staff was charming, efficient, and accommodating, going the extra mile to ensure a pleasant stay. The hotel's position near key areas enhances the overall experience.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is very strategic, offering proximity to shopping malls, the jetty, and local markets. Walking distance to nearby restaurants adds convenience for holidaymakers.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were somewhat limited with additional charges for certain requests. However, the homemade ice cream was a delightful touch.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, catering to the needs of travelers. Some areas could benefit from improvements for a more enhanced experience.

Dave

United States, September 2023

7.4/10

Despite some cleanliness issues initially, my stay at the hotel was overall satisfactory. The location is excellent, right next to shopping centers and main attractions. The staff were friendly and helpful, though a mistake with room keys occurred. The breakfast was decent but could have been more varied. The facilities were acceptable, considering the hotel's age.

Rooms

7.0

The room cleanliness was inconsistent, with initial issues but improved on the second stay.

Service

8.0

The staff were polite, friendly, and helpful, despite a minor mistake with room keys.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located near popular shopping malls and attractions, making it easy to explore the city.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast buffet was average, with limited options that could be improved.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate for the hotel's age, though some areas may need updating.

Buddy

United States, July 2023

7.0/10

The hotel has a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms, while a bit shabby, were surprisingly comfortable with the unexpected touch of a Bible. However, there was a noticeable 'old fashion room' odor. The service was generally friendly and helpful, but there were instances of lacking attention to detail. The location is good within the city center and convenient for various activities, but it could use some improvement in ambiance. The dining experience was satisfactory with basic options.

Rooms

8.0

Despite being a bit shabby, the rooms were surprisingly comfortable, and I appreciated finding a Bible in my room.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly and prompt in handling our laundry, but there were moments when attention to detail was lacking.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location is convenient for exploring the city center and is within easy walking distance to the Jesselton Point ferry port. However, it could benefit from improving its ambiance.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were basic but sufficient for the room rate, with the added convenience of nearby restaurants and a 24-hour convenience store.

Facilities

6.0

Michael

United States, July 2023

8.0/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean and had all the basic amenities I needed, including a sea view which I specifically requested during booking. The location was fantastic, right next to Suria Sabah Shopping Mall with plenty of dining options. The staff were super friendly and helpful, but there were some instances of rudeness. The dining options were limited, but the hotel's facilities were great.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean with all basic amenities and a lovely sea view.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, although there were some instances of rudeness.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location next to Suria Sabah Shopping Mall was convenient with plenty of dining choices.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited, but the hotel had a 24-hour convenience store.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were excellent, with a welcoming drink and a convenient location.

convenient location

limited dining choices

Mary

United States, May 2023

7.4/10

My stay at this hotel was a mixed experience. While the rooms were old-fashioned and had some dust on the tray and table, the view from the deluxe sea view room was quite nice. The lack of a knock or bell felt rude at times. The service, on the other hand, was commendable, with the staff arranging laundry promptly and being consistently smiling, polite, and helpful.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, especially the deluxe sea view, had a picturesque view, although they were old-fashioned and could have been cleaner.

Service

9.0

The service here was top-notch. Staff members were always polite, friendly, and helpful, making sure any issues were resolved promptly.

Location

8.0

The location of the hotel is convenient, being close to Suria Sabah and various restaurants, making it a suitable choice for those looking to explore the city center.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were limited, and more variety would have been appreciated. However, the early dining time was convenient for catching an early flight.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities at the hotel were satisfactory, but there is room for improvement, especially in updating the rooms and enhancing cleanliness.