Title: Cathay Hotel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 Hotel with a 24-hour front desk, near Imago Shopping Mall ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/2c74c314.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/39b9ca3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/0ce97672.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/f3d0c2fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed (No Window) | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10220000/10214600/10214522/f5156cb8.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. 6.8 ## Popular amenities - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 15 - Oct 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 16 - Oct 17](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=10214522&PinnedHotelID=10214522&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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 ![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 ![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. 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Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - A lift, a 24-hour front desk 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. Other amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 40 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4210000/4208500/4208464/afb9772b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 7.8 Good 369 reviews £24 includes taxes & fees 20 Oct - 21 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&selected=4208464&PinnedHotelID=4208464&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44760000/44759100/44759049/4e581dcb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stanton Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Free airport shuttle - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=44759049&PinnedHotelID=44759049&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23010000/23009600/23009543/aea964b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos at Infinity Avenue Kota Kinabalu - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 7.6 Good 66 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=23009543&PinnedHotelID=23009543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19780000/19774800/19774761/27030954.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Sadong 88 Kota Kinabalu - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk 6.6 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=19774761&PinnedHotelID=19774761&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12750000/12746500/12746453/18641c26.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marina Travellers Suite SKY Karamunsing Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Parking included 6.8 12 reviews £35 includes taxes & fees 23 Oct - 24 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-23&endDate=2025-10-24&selected=12746453&PinnedHotelID=12746453&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Suite, 1 King Bed, Bathtub | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33670000/33666300/33666210/5ff40324.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-Plus Hotel Kota Kinabalu - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Housekeeping 8.6 Excellent 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=33666210&PinnedHotelID=33666210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living room | LCD TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22330000/22321400/22321341/b25b44ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marina Travellers Suite at Riverson Soho Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 7.4 Good 23 reviews £29 includes taxes & fees 16 Oct - 17 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=22321341&PinnedHotelID=22321341&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11980000/11973800/11973772/6830e444.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Celyn City Hotel Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Air conditioning - Laundry - Room service - Housekeeping 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-29&endDate=2025-10-30&selected=11973772&PinnedHotelID=11973772&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - Lift ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. 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? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Cathay Hotel? > This hotel doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Cathay Hotel? > Check-in begins at 2 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cathay Hotel? > Checkout is at noon. ### Where is Cathay Hotel located? > Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sedco Square and Imago Shopping Mall. Kompleks Asia City and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade are also within 5 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 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 ### 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 ### 6/10 Okay #### sabri 27 Sept 2015 ##### sabri ### 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 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Verified traveller ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 20 Jul 2015 OK ##### Verified traveller ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Nexus-Resort-Spa-Karambunai.h1742700.Hotel-Information) > > [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 > [KLM Accra (ACC) to Manchester (MAN) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/klm-from-kotoka-intl-to-manchester/kl/acc/man) > > [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 Lisbon District (CAT)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lgw/cat/london-to-cascais) ### Activities > [Things to do in Datça](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Datca.d4291.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Ballyliffin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ballyliffin.d6174267.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Menorca](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/theme-holidays/all-inclusive-holidays/2201/Menorca) > > [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 > [St Ives Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Ives-Holiday-Rentals.d182650.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) ### General > [Visit Ko Pha-ngan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ko-Pha-Ngan.dx6051159)