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Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Property class: 4

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A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.
A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept

Explore the area

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G-08 JALAN TUN FUAD STEPHENS, Kota Kinabalu, 88000
  • Place, Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, KK Plaza
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a side table, a small round table, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Premier Studio, 2 Single Beds

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a sink.

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the sunset through the window.

Premier Studio, 2 Single Beds, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for 1-Bedroom Premier Queen

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. A large window offers a city view.

1-Bedroom Premier Queen

  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a coffee table. A large window offers a city view.

1-Bedroom Premier King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

1-Bedroom Premier Twin

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Premier Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (King)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

Premier Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (King)

  • Sea view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

One-Bedroom Premier King

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

One Bedroom Premier Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for One-Bedroom Premier King With Sea View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

One-Bedroom Premier King With Sea View

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Kota Kinabalu

You'll be connected to a railway/underground station at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu, and within steps of Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza. Highlights at this aparthotel include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .You can enjoy an LCD TV with cable channels, and each apartment features a coffee/tea maker, a safe and a hairdryer. Nice touches to enhance your stay include bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. An iron/ironing board, a desk and a wardrobe or cupboard are also available. .This business-friendly aparthotel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has concierge services. Additionally, you'll find a 24-hour front desk, a front desk safe and a water dispenser. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 4-property class Downtown Kota Kinabalu aparthotel, you'll find Imago Shopping Mall.
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What's nearby

  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • KK Plaza - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Centre Point - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kota Kinabalu Esplanade - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 7 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kenangan Coffee The Shore - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Seng Hing Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Kopi Kim Hing Lee (金興利茶室) - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sin Bee Heong (新美香肉干行） - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bakso Jembatan - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu also features concierge services, a front desk safe, and a lift. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kota Kinabalu aparthotel.

  • 396 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu offers 396 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (MYR 20 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MYR 55 for adults and MYR 55 for children

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting rooms

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Lift (127 centimetre wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • Connected to a rail/subway station
  • In a business district
  • Near the airport
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Shopping centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 396 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting units available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately MYR 55 for adults and from MYR 55 for children
  • Self-parking fee: MYR 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Citadines Waterfront KK
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Aparthotel
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Aparthotel Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

As of 10 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu on 11 Sept 2026 start from AU$106, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

Yep, Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu has a self car park for MYR 20 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

Are there any beaches close to Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

The closest beach to Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu is Pantai Pulau Mamutik (6.8 km).

Does Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu have a pool?

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu serve breakfast?

You bet, continental breakfast is on offer daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

No, Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 78 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jihyun

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This hotel is in a great location close to the waterfront and within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Excellent service, great location, Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Room is very small but very new, one year old. Swimming pool was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

kwok tai

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
good hotel, but price too high for this class
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was clean with a nice view of bay, great swimming pool overlooking bay. Great location right next to waterfront, market, shopping mall. Staff where all friendly during interaction. Can recommend staying here. Only small negative is the air conditioner was not great. But otherwise great stay, thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nurhakim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very nice stay. Would come back again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

M M TAUHIDUR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Flora

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice , clean room but a bit small .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
The staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim-Foo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room is clean and nee
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice place. Very friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shui ping

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Excellent hotel

Nice location in the downtown Centre and worth price to choose this hotel. Spacious for the premium room. Plenty of restaurants nearby as well. Friendly n warm staff at the reception. Nice view from the room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Room was small, but nice view from the pool. Really nice spot. Gym is cool too. Close of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yi Xian Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. Brand new, good sizing and the room were very well equipped. The value for money was good and again, because it is very new, everything was in very good condition. Good location as well. Would return again definitely!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Choon Guan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small kitchen is a plus make easy for some light cooking possible.Nice sunset lounge for relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

HANKYU

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy

I stayed 4night. Good location. Clean room. I enjoyed swimming with beautiful sea view.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Long weekend in KK, Sabah…

Central location, near shops and restaurants and on the waterfront, with friendly and helpful staff. Optional breakfast buffet and they made us a packed breakfast for our trip out. Pool overlooks the sea and there is a large lounge to relax in plus a small gym. Room was clean and adequate with a great kitchenette within the room, cooker, microwave, saucepans, kettle and a full fridge freezer. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SHENYI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very satisfied
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a convenient location with accessibility to mall and dining places. The hotel lobby was clean. The room is clean, but not very spacious. The toilet is also clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
A fire broke out overnight in the hotel. It was chaos. Difficult to find emergency exit, no communication to guests
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness
We have no complaints about the unit when we walked in however it was located in a bad part of a disgusting town of Kota Kinabalu. We could not bring ourselves to stay and left and went up the street and checked into the Marriott.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

POH HWA

Liked: Amenities
Property was new, nice, and big (it was basically a full fledged one room apartment we had). Two TVs, kitchenette and washing machine. Location was well placed within 10min walk to gaya street. Only drawback was that Citadines co-shares the plot and common facilities w an apartment building called Northshore (different wing) which brings along w that, tons of short-stay crowd (amongst them children) and noise in the common areas, esp the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Communication
We arrived at the property all was going well till we had a fire and had to vacate the property at 1 am and couldnt get back to our romm till 5 am to get our gear after seeing the manager in the lobby and speaking to the hotel twice we keep getting fobbed off after they promised the refund. The facility is nice but the management need to honour their promuses and at least email us
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Helen Mui Leng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sad to note there wasn’t a swimming pool per se but only an adult wading pool that allows you to enjoy the cooling off & sunset. No attendant in sight in the gym ( suppose to collect pool towel) & no pool towels available except the small ones. Went down @ 4.00pm to 6th level & left about 5.00pm or so when I sighted hotel staff with the load of clean fresh pool towels! Only a coffeeshop available for dining with limited menu choices. Not convenient for those on short stays despite the fact that my room has the kitchen facilities & cutlery.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024