Title: Cathay Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Cathay Hotel Travelers find seamless connectivity and attentive round-the-clock service at this downtown property, making any Kota Kinabalu adventure more enjoyable ## Photo gallery for Cathay Hotel ![Interior - Cathay Hotel (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/f3d0c2fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Cathay Hotel (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/a0ade6c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Cathay Hotel (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/0ce97672.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Cathay Hotel (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/2c74c314.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Cathay Hotel (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/39b9ca3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Cathay Hotel occupies a prime spot in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, offering a practical base for exploring the city. Guests appreciate the in-room WiFi that keeps them connected, while the elevator and 24-hour front desk staff ensure a hassle-free stay whenever they come and go. ## Reviews 6.8 ## Popular amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - Jan 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Single Bed (Window) ![Standard Room, 1 Single Bed (Window) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/498884a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Single Bed (Window) ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Free bottled water Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Window) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Window) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/5ae401ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Window) ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Free bottled water Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/524dd551.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (Window) ### Highlights Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Free bottled water Coffee/tea maker Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Cathay-Hotel.h10214522.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Cathay-Hotel.h10214522.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a neighbourhood in Kota Kinabalu, is home to Cathay Hotel. Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal and International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Downbelow Adventure Centre and Aquascape Center. Water World Theme Park and Orchid De Villa are also worth visiting. [Visit our Kota Kinabalu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu.dx602) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.97796%2C116.07335&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=X7BVNNvLfz7p4orPO-P-gwO82_E=) Block E Lot 27 & 28 Sedco Complex, Kampung Air, Jalan Albert Kwok, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000 ### What's nearby - Centre Point \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Kota Kinabalu Esplanade \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Kota Kinabalu Central Market \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Gaya Street Sunday Market \- 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Imago Shopping Mall \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles ### Getting around - Tanjung Aru Station - 5 min drive - Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.) - 13 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Shuang Tian Seafood Restaurant (双天海鮮樓) - ‬2 min walk - ‪Kedai Ikan Bakar Daifa - ‬1 min walk - ‪Nasi Katok - ‬1 min walk - ‪KONGFU RAMEN (Chinese Muslim Restaurant) - ‬2 min walk - ‪Sweet heart cafe hilltop - ‬3 min walk ## About this property ### Cathay Hotel Hotel near Imago Shopping Mall Cathay Hotel provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - A 24-hour front desk, a lift and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Cathay Hotel offer perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: MYR 100.00 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Cathay Hotel Kota Kinabalu Cathay Kota Kinabalu ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cathay Hotel pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Cathay Hotel? ### What time is check-in at Cathay Hotel? ### What time is check-out at Cathay Hotel? ### Where is Cathay Hotel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Cathay Hotel Reviews 6.8 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 5.2 Cleanliness ### 7.2 Location ### 6.0 Staff & service ### 5.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 6 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### RAZ 7 Nov 2019 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities NO IRON PROVIDED.NO PRAYING MAT. NO PARKING PROVIDED. ##### RAZ Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 2 Dec 2017 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness いつもありがとうございます。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 28 Nov 2017 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort いつも利用させてもらってます。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017 ### 6/10 Okay #### Takeo 13 Mar 2017 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 泊まるだけならOK 出張にて乗り換えのためコタキナバル経由のため その為に毎回利用してます。 安いので 贅沢は言えませんので 今後も利用します。 ##### Takeo ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 7 Sept 2015 #### Good 金額を考えると 満足です。 清潔感、サービスなど 色々とこだわるなら それ相応の金額のホテルを 選べばよいと思うので トータルでGood! ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 7 Sept 2015 場所がら ゴキブリは当たり前にでます。 安いですし、立地も良いので トータルで満足です！ ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 20 Jul 2015 OK ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### sabri 27 Sept 2015 ##### sabri ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 20 Jul 2015 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Barnes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barnes-London-Hotels.0-n553248634834704753-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Pet-Friendly Hotels in Blackpool](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Pet-Friendly-Hotel.0-0-d619-tPetFriendlyHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Arenal-Manoa-Hot-Springs-Resort.h1671981.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Istanbul Bomonti Hotel & Conference Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Istanbul-Hotels-Hilton-Istanbul-Bomonti-Hotel-Conference-Center.h6226720.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Zrće Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Zrce-Beach-Hotels.0-l6100866-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Shangri-La-Tanjung-Aru.h2388.Hotel-Information) > > [Dunmore House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Clonakilty-Hotels-Dunmore-House-Hotel.h16485903.Hotel-Information) > > [Barcelo Hotels in London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Barcelo.0-0-d178279--bBarcelo.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Concordia](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barcelona-Hotels-Hotel-Concordia.h1059116.Hotel-Information) > > [Villas Antalya Region](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antalya-Region-Villas.d6046791-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Bournemouth](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels.d654.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Liverpool (LPL) to Christchurch (BOH)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lpl/boh/liverpool-to-bournemouth) > > [Flights from Seawell (BGI) to Los Angeles (LAX)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bgi/lax/bridgetown-to-los-angeles) > > [Flights from North West](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/6051472/flights-from-north-west) > > [Flights from edinburgh airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/airports/edi/flights-from-edinburgh-airport) > > [Flights from Paisley (GLA) to San Diego (SAN)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/gla/san/glasgow-to-san-diego) > > [British Airways](https://www.expedia.co.uk/British-Airways-Flights.cBA.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Gatwick (LGW) to Cascais (CAT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lgw/cat/london-to-cascais) ### Activities > [Things to do in Ballyliffin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ballyliffin.d6174267.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [O2 Arena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/O2-Arena-Greenwich.d6057080.Attraction) > > [Kid friendly holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/kid-friendly-holidays) ### Holiday Rentals ### General ---