Set in the centre of Kota Kinabalu commercial district, Gaya Centre Hotel features a restaurant and a fitness centre. Jesselton Point is located only a 10-minute walk away. Free WiFi can be accessed from the comfort of your room. The air conditioned rooms are fitted with a cable TV and a minibar. For your comfort, the en suite bathroom comes with a shower and free toiletries. Guest enjoy city or sea views from the room. Daily buffet breakfast and all day dining are served in the on site restaurant. Guests can also request for in-room dining. Alternatively, many restaurants are available nearby. Friendly staff who are fluent in English, Malay and Chinese are happy to assist you with local area knowledge and tour inquiry. Luggage storage is provided for free and laundry is available at an additional charge. Other facilities at the property include a business centre and a souvenir shop. Atkinson Clock Tower and State Park are located 900 metres from Gaya Centre Hotel, while the nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 10 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Kota Kinabalu, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.2

Breakfast info

Buffet


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
2 large double beds
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
or
1 double bed
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
7.8

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nadirah
    Brunei Darussalam Brunei Darussalam
    Customer service very nice and staff very friendly
  • Khairunnisa
    Brunei Darussalam Brunei Darussalam
    Friendly staff Water pressure is nice wifi is nice strategic location. Price is affordable. Just nice.
  • Arthur
    Malaysia Malaysia
    All the staff are very friendly and helpful. The room was very clean and comfy. The best part of this hotel is the location as shopping malls and lot of places for food hunting are nearby. Massage chairs are also available at the lobby. Quite...
  • Bhadresh
    India India
    Location, Reception Counter, Travel desk. Very polite and courteous staff. Very efficient in-house services.
  • Helina
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Amazing staff. Very good location (across the Suria Sabah Shopping Mall).
  • Annisa
    Brunei Darussalam Brunei Darussalam
    the size of the room, water heater in the bathroom and air conditioner, with functioning tv. i can say all is close to perfect for a classic hotel.
  • Dini
    Malaysia Malaysia
    cleanliness, doorman was very helpful and polite, customer service was very helpful.
  • Katherine
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Best location as it is near to Suria mall and Plaza Merdeka. Though our room is not seaview but the toilet is bigger and spacious. Love it!
  • Ang
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The hotel was in strategic place.. just walking distance to suria sabah shopping mall
  • Malcolm
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Comfortable and clean. Good location. Easy in and out and secure bag store.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Gcafe Restaurant
    • Dietary options
      Halal

Facilities of Gaya Centre Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Activities

  • Karaoke
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk

Business facilities

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Wellness

  • Fitness centre

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Malay
  • Chinese

House rules
Gaya Centre Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
MYR 100 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 19
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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.

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.

Please inform Gaya Centre Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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).

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.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

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.

FAQs about Gaya Centre Hotel

  • Check-in at Gaya Centre Hotel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • The prices at Gaya Centre Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Gaya Centre Hotel include:

    • Twin
    • Twin/Double
    • Family
    • Suite
  • Gaya Centre Hotel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness centre
    • Karaoke
  • Gaya Centre Hotel is 0.7 miles from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Gaya Centre Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Gcafe Restaurant
  • Guests staying at Gaya Centre Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet