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About this property
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu and is 240 metres from Atkinson Clock Tower. Offering modern guest rooms, it also provides free WiFi in the room and an on-site restaurant. The air-conditioned rooms are fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV which includes Chinese channels and an electric kettle. The en suite bathroom comes with a hairdryer. Daily breakfast is served at the restaurant, while guests can also walk 350 metres to the nearest eateries for lunch and dinner. Staff at the 24/7 reception are fluent in English, Malay and Chinese. Laundry and pressing service can be arranged at an additional charge. For your comfort, daily housekeeping and the reception's luggage storage are provided for free. Gaya Street Market is 400 metres from Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu, while Jesselton Point is 1.4 km away. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 11 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Restaurant
- Room service
- 24-hour front desk
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Giulia
Italy
“Great location, really comfy beds, good breakfast, the deluxe triple room on the 8th floor has a great view over the city and it’s spacious enough, nice staff” - Ladysue75
Malaysia
“Perfect location for the hotel, staff were always extremely helpful. Room was very nice and kept clean. Hotel stored luggage before and after check in/check out which was also very helpful. Would definitely stay here again and recommend to others.” - Kyeelee
Australia
“Helpful reception staff; Early checkin; Location; Room with a view of the park: WFI in room but not in cafe or foyer” - Lay
Singapore
“Good location at KK town with nearby eatery and many restaurants, souvenirs shops surrounding. Room as per describes and clean , staff are friendly too. Highly recommended .” - Saqib
Malaysia
“Location and breakfast are good. Egg station is remarkable.early check in accepted with v ease.” - Wafieda
Malaysia
“Room clean n location is very good. Delicious food from hotel cafe.” - Mei
Taiwan
“great location, great room size for two, great price.” - Hayward
Australia
“Nice location, set towards the hillside and next to a sports oval. Easy walk to town and seafront. Great breakfast, but did get a bit busy. Sea views from the higher floors” - Valentina
Malaysia
“Strategic location, many parking space opposite the Hotel.” - Zarina
Malaysia
“Location is perfect, walking distance to many places. Many eateries too near the hotel.”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Dreamtel Cafe
- CuisineMalaysian • Local • Asian • International
- AmbianceFamily friendly
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. Please note that due to payment procedures, debit cards and third party card cannot be used at the time of booking. You must use a valid credit card at the time of booking. Debit cards can only be used upon arrival at the property.
Please note that a deposit for incidental charges would be required upon check-in.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.
Spa and gym facilities at this property are unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
A damage deposit of MYR 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.