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The Jesselton HotelvsLe Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Jesselton Hotel and Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu are both endorsed by professional travelers. On balance, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu scores significantly higher than The Jesselton Hotel. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu comes in at 85 with endorsements from 6 sources including Condé Nast Traveler, Star Service and Afar Magazine.
The Jesselton Hotel
Lonely Planet
Rough Guide
Fodor's
69 Gaya Street, Kota Kinabalu 88000, Malaysia
From $37/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The oldest hotel in KK doesn't need to manufacture character – it fairly drips it, in a dignified if dated way... There's also a very good restaurant, coffee shop, business centre and red London cab." Full review
Rough Guide "A combination of colonial-era charm and a central location make this hard to beat and, as elsewhere in KK, promotional prices are often on offer."
Fodor's "This hotel—established in 1954—proudly celebrates the city's past with colonial details throughout. ... The central location is this old-timer's best asset." Full review
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu Fodor's Lonely Planet
Star Service Rough Guide
Condé Nast Traveler
Afar Magazine
The Telegraph
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu 88000, Malaysia
From $63/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's "Smack-dab in the center of town, this five-star Starwood property is within walking distance of all the must-see shopping, dining, and waterfront sights." Full review
Lonely Planet "'If you can't undercut 'em, outclass 'em' seems to be the motto at KK's most central five-star venture, which just reeks of luxury." Full review
Star Service "Le Meridien has a great downtown position overlooking the ever-busy harbor and even busier Filipino Market but also offers a tranquil retreat from the busy streets." Full review
Rough Guide "A convenient location and sumptuous facilties, including high-spec rooms, bars, restaurants, pool and a gym."
Condé Nast Traveler83.3
"Indoors is equally agreeable – beautiful lobby, welcoming staff that consistently go the extra mile, and comfortable accommodations – cityscape or sea-facing." Full review
Afar Magazine "Excellent view from the hotel. Choose deluxe club room sea-view for maximum enjoyment of stay in Kota Kinabalu." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"It enjoys a waterfront location and close proximity to shopping malls, restaurants and local markets. The Italian restaurant, Favola, is exceptional, the swimming pool area is large and relaxing" Full review
