About this property
Boasting a surrounding tropical forest and an organic garden, The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located 4 km from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront. This eco-friendly property features air-conditioned guests rooms with free WiFi access. All rooms are fitted with a satellite flat-screen TV and complimentary bottled water. The en suite bathroom comes with a shower and a hairdryer. Complete set of toiletries and bathrobes are available during the stay. Newspaper can be delivered daily upon request. Buffet breakfast is served daily at Tangerine Restaurant, which also opens for lunch and dinner. It specialises in Italian, Malaysian cuisines and other Asian dishes, cooked in an open-kitchen with pool and forest view seating. Other facilities on site include a spa. Staff at the 24/7 reception are happy to assist you with laundry at an additional charge. For your convenience, daily housekeeping and luggage storage are provided for free. Other facilities include a ballroom, business center and meeting facilities. The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu is 3.2 km from Sabah Museum, while Jesselton Point is 4.6 km away. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 10 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness centre
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sharon
Australia
“The staff were exceptionally helpful and very welcoming, nothing was too much trouble. Great facilities and meals. We would definitely stay again. Parking was easy in the hotel grounds.” - Peter
Australia
“Nicely renovated property with delightful rooms with all expected facilities and lovely staff. Nice quiet location but close to the city centre. Plenty of parking.” - Sakinah
Malaysia
“Staffs were accommodating and friendly. Room is spacious and comfortable.” - Carolyn
New Zealand
“Lovely the property good value for money spotless clean lovely staff - especially Hilary Comfortable bed and pillows” - Carolyn
New Zealand
“We loved everything about the property. It is quiet, have a lovely nature feel with the greenery, lovely breakfast with variety everyday, lovely comfortable bed and pillows. The room and property very clean and maintenance up to date. The staff...” - Mohammad
Malaysia
“The breakfast is very good and the restaurant is nice” - Raveen
Malaysia
“The hotel was designed well and had a beautiful lobby and dining hall. The staff were friendly and provided excellent service.” - Itisha
Malaysia
“A newly refurbished hotel with heart. We initially booked for one night but then due to such a lovely welcome and stay, we decided to extend our stay for another 3 nights. Beautiful colonial palace inspired building. Tastefully build with fresh...” - Chowsusan
Malaysia
“Clean and Comfortable Room, Fast & efficient Check in , Helpful and Friendly staff.” - Helen
United Kingdom
“The hotel has been revamped since my stay last year and is now gorgeous (it was very good before!).”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
- Tangerine
- CuisineInternational
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
- AmbianceFamily friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 13 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
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.





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