Cathay Hotel

2 stars
7.7
Good
based on 163 reviews
163 reviews
Block E Lot 27 & 28 Sedco Complex, Kota Kinabalu 88000, Malaysia
Block E Lot 27 & 28 Sedco Complex, Kota Kinabalu
+60 8826 0828
Sun 26/7
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Mon 27/7
2 guests, 1 room
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Overview

Set within 3.7 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of North Borneo Railway, Cathay Hotel provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah. Popular points of interest near the hotel include KK Esplanade, Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 4 km away.
7.7
Good
163 reviews

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Amenities at Cathay Hotel

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • No smoking
  • Air-conditioned
  • Street parking
  • Lift
  • Designated smoking area

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit
  • 24-hour security
  • CCTV in common areas

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Air-conditioned

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Lift
  • Designated smoking area

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Street parking

General

  • Family rooms
  • Storage available

Laundry

  • Ironing service

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Reviews of Cathay Hotel

7.7
Good
163 verified ratings
Wonderful
66
Very good
37
Good
14
Okay
13
Fair
6
Mediocre
10
Poor
17

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests consistently praise the hotel's convenient location near malls, restaurants, and public transport, and some mention friendly staff and comfortable beds. However, there are widespread complaints about cleanliness, especially in bathrooms and bedding, with several guests describing dirty rooms and poor maintenance. Service is mixed, with some positive mentions but also reports of unhelpful staff. Value for money is debated, with some guests feeling satisfied while others feel the hotel does not meet expectations due to outdated facilities and cleanliness issues.
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Location

Block E Lot 27 & 28 Sedco Complex, Kota Kinabalu 88000

What's nearby

  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market0.6 km
  • Atkinson Clock Tower0.6 km
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market0.7 km
  • KK Esplanade0.8 km
  • Wisma Merdeka0.9 km
  • Jesselton Point1.5 km
  • The Green Connection1.6 km
  • Muzium Sabah1.9 km
  • Masjid Negeri Sabah2.1 km
  • Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre2.2 km
  • Likas Sports Complex2.3 km
  • Tanjung Aru Railway Station3.9 km

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Check in anytime after 14:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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FAQs when booking at Cathay Hotel

  • Where is Cathay Hotel located?

    Cathay Hotel is located at Block E Lot 27 & 28 Sedco Complex in Downtown, 0.4 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu Central Market is the closest landmark to Cathay Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Cathay Hotel?

    Check-in time is 14:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Cathay Hotel.

  • Does Cathay Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Cathay Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Cathay Hotel from the airport?

    Cathay Hotel is 6.2 km from Kota Kinabalu. Cathay Hotel is 118.2 km from Labuan.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

7.7
0.4 km
Kota Kinabalu
6.2 km

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