KOTA KINABALU MARRIOTT HOTEL, Kota Kinabalu – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms with Sea Views
The hotel offers 332 air-conditioned rooms with balconies featuring panoramic views of the South China Sea. All accommodations include 24-hour room service, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, minibar, Nespresso machine, safety deposit box, and soundproof windows. Bathrooms have rainfall showers, bidets, and Diptyque toiletries. Select rooms offer open floor concepts and premium Marriott bedding.
Five Dining Outlets
Guests can choose from five dining venues: Big Fish restaurant serves fresh seafood and meats with oceanfront seating. Teppan Table offers Japanese cuisine with live cooking stations. Kitchen@8 features locally inspired dishes like Lobster Laksa. The Lounge provides light bites and waterfront views. Stylo rooftop bar on Level 15 serves signature cocktails like the Sapi Island Martini with panoramic sea views from 4 PM to midnight.
Recreation Facilities
The property features an outdoor infinity-edge swimming pool open from 6 AM to 8 PM with a children's pool section. A 24-hour fitness center includes Peloton bikes and Technogym equipment. The hotel provides direct access to Kota Kinabalu's Waterfront entertainment district and nearby coral islands.
Waterfront Location Access
Located on Kota Kinabalu's Waterfront, the hotel is 300 meters from Oceanus Waterfront Mall, 500 meters from Menara Tun Mustapha, and 1 km from the Central Market. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 10 km away. Complimentary parking is available at Level 6 of Oceanus Waterfront Mall.
Hotel Services Overview
Services include 24-hour front desk, digital check-in, mobile key access, and daily housekeeping. The property offers 13,000 square feet of event space with a pillar-free ballroom, high-speed internet, and comprehensive AV technology. Accessibility features include roll-in showers, lowered electrical outlets, and van-accessible parking. Languages spoken: English, Bahasa Malaysia, Chinese, and Korean.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Cycling
- Golf course
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Children's pool
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Infinity pool
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Pool with view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Sink
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel offers spacious rooms and great service, although the lounge area wasn't ready promptly. The location is strategic with a stunning view of the sea, but the dining experience may not be satisfying for all guests.
I was thrilled with my stay at the hotel! The room I was upgraded to came with a perfect balcony offering stunning sunset views facing the sea. However, the room wasn't ready until after 3:30 pm, but we were offered to wait in the lounge area until it was prepared for us.
My stay at the hotel was a mixed experience. While the rooms did not impress me much, they were accessible, and the temperature was comfortable. The membership benefits provided some entertainment options. The hotel was hot, which was a downside for me.
My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms felt very new and fresh with partial seaview and swimming pool view, but there were broken appliances and some cleanliness issues. The service was pleasant overall, but there were some organizational issues that need to be addressed. The location was convenient, right in the center of town with easy access to local amenities, yet it lacked some charm. The dining experience was excellent but overpriced. The facilities were average, with room for improvement.
I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The partial seaview and swimming pool view from the room were nice, but the rooms were not ready when I checked in, the receptionist was unkind, and there was an unknown black powder floating in the pool water. The hotel's location was convenient for walking to nearby restaurants and shops, yet a bit difficult to access during rush hour near the malls.