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Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
4-star aparthotel near Imago Shopping Mall, connected to a rail/subway station

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Outdoor pool
Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Gym
43-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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G-08 JALAN TUN FUAD STEPHENS, Kota Kinabalu, 88000
  • Place, Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, KK Plaza
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gaya Street Sunday Market
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Premier Studio, 2 Twin Beds

  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle, toaster

Premier Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premier Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View | View from room

Premier Studio, 2 Twin Beds, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

1-Bedroom Premier Queen

  • 441 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

1-Bedroom Premier King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

1-Bedroom Premier Twin

  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Premier Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (King)

  • Sea view
  • 603 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One-Bedroom Premier King

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One Bedroom Premier Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One-Bedroom Premier King With Sea View

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Premier Twin

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Premier Twin With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Premier Queen With Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

One-Bedroom Premier Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Studio Premier Queen

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Executive Floor Studio Queen Partial Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Executive Floor 1-Bedroom Queen Partial Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

Executive Floor 1-Bedroom King Partial Sea View

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu stay.With a stay at this Downtown Kota Kinabalu aparthotel, you'll be steps from KK Plaza and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. Handicraft Market and Anjung Kinabalu are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • KK Plaza - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Centre Point - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 7 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fatt Kee Seafood Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bakso Safma Viva - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Seng Hing Coffee Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sin Bee Heong (新美香肉干行） - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bakso Hilux Safma - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4-star aparthotel near Imago Shopping Mall, connected to a rail/subway station
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu also features concierge services, a front-desk safe, and an elevator. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kota Kinabalu aparthotel.

  • 396 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu offers 396 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (MYR 20 per day)

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MYR 55 for adults and MYR 55 for children

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 43-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Meeting rooms

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator (50 inch wide door)
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

  • Connected to a rail/subway station
  • In a business district
  • Near the airport
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Shopping mall

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 396 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting units available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately MYR 55 for adults and MYR 55 for children
  • Self parking fee: MYR 20 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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 and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Union Pay, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Citadines Waterfront KK
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Aparthotel
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Aparthotel Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu to the airport?

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu is 5.4 mi (15-min drive) away from the Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu on May 13, 2026 start from $83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu.

How close is Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu to the beach?

This aparthotel is 4.2 mi (13-min drive) from Pantai Pulau Mamutik.

Does Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of MYR 55 for adults and MYR 55 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

No, there is no casino at this aparthotel.

What time is check-in at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu?

Free parking is not available at this aparthotel. Self parking is available for MYR 20 per day.

Does Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu have a pool?

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this aparthotel.

How close is Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu to downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu is 0.2 mi away from Pusat Bandar.

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 64 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim-Foo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and nee
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

young

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Spacious room. Comfort bed. But smells in the sewage pipe drainage area around the shower or the toilet area on our day 4 and 5. Washroom was clean but not sure why the sewage smell. Also the cabinets in the kitchen had an unpleasant smell. All the cabinets looked clean but not sure why the smell when opening the cabinets. May need fresh hot clean towels to wipe the inside cabinets. Convenient area; only 10 mins walk to Suria mall, surrounded by lots of markets and restaurants. Disappointed no one wait for us at the airport when landed and we had to ask a stranger to help us call the hotel that was booked in advance. They didn’t compensate us for the inconvenience (waited for 90 mins) but they did apologize. Will we come back again, yes we will. Giving this place another chance next time. The cleaning team was excellent and friendly as well as the front staff.
Beautiful view from our room
Beautiful view from our room
Kitchen with washer
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Flora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was nice , clean room but a bit small .
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Craig

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at the property all was going well till we had a fire and had to vacate the property at 1 am and couldnt get back to our romm till 5 am to get our gear after seeing the manager in the lobby and speaking to the hotel twice we keep getting fobbed off after they promised the refund. The facility is nice but the management need to honour their promuses and at least email us
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Melinda

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A fire broke out overnight in the hotel. It was chaos. Difficult to find emergency exit, no communication to guests
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MADALAINE

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fleur

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Long weekend in KK, Sabah…

Central location, near shops and restaurants and on the waterfront, with friendly and helpful staff. Optional breakfast buffet and they made us a packed breakfast for our trip out. Pool overlooks the sea and there is a large lounge to relax in plus a small gym. Room was clean and adequate with a great kitchenette within the room, cooker, microwave, saucepans, kettle and a full fridge freezer. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nurhakim

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice stay. Would come back again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Phil

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikhail

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Excellent service, great location, Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We have no complaints about the unit when we walked in however it was located in a bad part of a disgusting town of Kota Kinabalu. We could not bring ourselves to stay and left and went up the street and checked into the Marriott.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Chandler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. Very friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

POH HWA

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Property was new, nice, and big (it was basically a full fledged one room apartment we had). Two TVs, kitchenette and washing machine. Location was well placed within 10min walk to gaya street. Only drawback was that Citadines co-shares the plot and common facilities w an apartment building called Northshore (different wing) which brings along w that, tons of short-stay crowd (amongst them children) and noise in the common areas, esp the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

M M TAUHIDUR

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Helen Mui Leng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sad to note there wasn’t a swimming pool per se but only an adult wading pool that allows you to enjoy the cooling off & sunset. No attendant in sight in the gym ( suppose to collect pool towel) & no pool towels available except the small ones. Went down @ 4.00pm to 6th level & left about 5.00pm or so when I sighted hotel staff with the load of clean fresh pool towels! Only a coffeeshop available for dining with limited menu choices. Not convenient for those on short stays despite the fact that my room has the kitchen facilities & cutlery.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yi Xian Patrick

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel. Brand new, good sizing and the room were very well equipped. The value for money was good and again, because it is very new, everything was in very good condition. Good location as well. Would return again definitely!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hean Leng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Choon Guan, Georgetown

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small kitchen is a plus make easy for some light cooking possible.Nice sunset lounge for relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yai King

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was in a convenient location with accessibility to mall and dining places. The hotel lobby was clean. The room is clean, but not very spacious. The toilet is also clean and nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

mohd haikal

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lasse

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026