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Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu
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8.2

Excellent

6,429 reviews

6,429 reviews

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8.5

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
Padang Merdeka
70 m
The Kinabalu Club
80 m
Sabah Court House
170 m
Sunday market
170 m
Dataran Desoka
180 m
Popular landmarks
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
530 m
Night Market
570 m
Signal Hill Observatory Platform
620 m
Mamutik Island
650 m
Sabah State Museum
2.3 km
Closest landmarks
Klinik Kesihatan Ibu dan Anak Pekan
130 m
Main Post Office
310 m
Pos Malaysia Car Park
310 m
Teksi Car Park
320 m
Cathay Ciniplex
330 m
2021

Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

5, Jalan Padang, Central Business District, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Central Business District, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Sapi Island. This 3-star property features restaurant to make your stay more indulgent and memorable.

Highlights

Located in heart of Kota Kinabalu

Check-in [24-hour]

Excellent breakfast

Excellent view

Inside city center

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Restaurants

Room service [24-hour]

Laundry service

Room service

Safety deposit boxes

This property is in high demand!

6 travelers have booked today.

Value for money8.3
Distance to city center0.4 km
Location rating8.5
Nearest airportKota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Distance to airport7.0 km

Rooms available at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.9

Superior Double
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Superior Twin
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  • Room size: 18 m²/194 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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Standard Twin (No Window)
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 2 single beds
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Standard Double (No Window)
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 1 double bed
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Deluxe Double
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Deluxe Twin
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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Deluxe Triple
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  • Room size: 27 m²/291 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 single bed and 1 double b...
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Standard Triple No Window
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  • Room size: 21 m²/226 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 1 double bed and 1 single b...
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Standard Room (No Window)
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  • Room size: 20 m²/215 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 1 queen bed or 2 single bed...
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Superior Room
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  • Room size: 16 m²/172 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 queen bed or 2 single bed...
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu provide laundry services?

Yes! Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu includes laundry service at your fingertips and even hot water linen and laundry washing for whenever you need your favorite shirts or dresses clean and fresh all throughout your getaway. Please contact the property for more information.

Does Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu offer dry cleaning services?

Yes! Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu provides dry cleaning service that is accessible all throughout your stay, making sure you're always looking confident in your favorite outfit. Please contact the property for more information.

What precautions does Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu take in terms of hygiene, safety, and cleanliness?

Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu fulfill our mandatory standard for cleanliness and safety by offering hand sanitizer and daily disinfection in common areas. This property also comes prepared with staff trained in safety protocol, first aid kit, and temperature check for guests and staff for increased safety precautions and hygiene protocols.

What public parks are in close proximty of Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu?

While lodging at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu, cherish your morning or evening wander at nearby park which include Sembulan River Park, Likas Sport Leisure Park, and Skatepark.

What are the property's policies for children's bedding at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu?

Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu's policy regarding children's bedding considers guests age 7 years and older as adults, and therefore must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge. You can find additional information about specific child policy and age range for this property, by checking the "Property policies" section located in the property page for more details.

When was Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu built?

Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu was built in 1970.

How many rooms does Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu have?

Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu has a total of 160 rooms.

What was the average room rate for Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu been in the past month?

The average room rate for Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu in the past month is 155.33 MYR, compared to city's average of 157.33 MYR.

What do past visitors love most about Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu?

Verified guests that stayed at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu have given this property a rating of 8.531 for its excellent service as the major highlight for their stay.

What is the typical rating that verified Couples' have given to Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu?

Past couple travelers that have stayed at this property have given Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu an average rating of 8.2. You can look up on more detailed customer ratings, and feedback by filtering for a specific type of verified guest travelers down in the review section.

What is the closest airport to Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu?

The closest airport to Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu is Labuan Airport, 119.0 km away.

Is breakfast offered at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu?

Start your days right, with the buffet and continental breakfast options available at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu.

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What people love about Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

  • 8.4

    Excellent
    Cleanliness

    "Room is cosy and with good facilities."

    Phyllis

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    June 19, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Air cond cold, food nice and delicious , Staff very helpful and room clean and tidy."

    Cherry

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    June 9, 2023

  • 8

    Very good
    Location

    "  Location was great - situated next to Merdeka Square, just across Gaya Street."

    siti

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    July 12, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 2,024 Kota Kinabalu properties
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Room comfort score
7.9/10
Cheapest price score
Couples review score
8.3/10
Room size
21 sqm.
Better than
98
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Better than
91
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Better than
89
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Bigger than
89
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Overall rating:

8.2

Excellent
6,429 reviews
Cleanliness
8.1
Facilities
7.7
Location
8.5
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More about Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

More about Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Get the most from an urban escape in Kota Kinabalu when you book a room at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu. Located right in the city center, Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu saves you time and travel by letting you wake up right in the heart of the best neighborhood.
Have a hassle-free trip while enjoying the services and amenities offered by Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu. Keep up with all your communications easily with the hotel's free Wi-Fi. Taxi services provided by Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu makes it easy to plan your day trips, sightseeing, and more around Kota Kinabalu. Front desk services including concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes can assist with your needs.
Getting tickets for the city's best entertainment is easy through the hotel's tours. Packing light is possible at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu thanks to the hotel's dry cleaning service and laundry service keeping your clothes clean. Feeling lazy? In-room conveniences like 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your room time. For the comfort and health of all guests, smoking is not permitted anywhere within the hotel.
Smoking is allowed only in the designated smoking areas provided by hotel.
Enjoy the services offered at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu from the convenience of your guestroom. For your comfort, some rooms at the hotel are equipped with linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning. In-room entertainment amenities are available in some rooms and include television and cable TV. In some select rooms, you can find a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, bottled water and mini bar at your disposal.
Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu also provides a hair dryer, toiletries and towels in bathrooms for select rooms.


Dining and things to do

Every day at Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu begins with a delicious in-house breakfast. A variety of convenient and tasty dining options are waiting for you at the hotel, for whenever you get hungry. Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu caters to its guests varied dietary restrictions with cuisine types such as halal available.


Reasons to stay here

Find some of the city's best deals here with rooms 91% cheaper than other options.
Find some excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining better than 98% of the city's other accommodations.
Guests who stayed here really appreciated the room comfort, scoring it higher than 97% of accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.7

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

213 mentions

Housekeeping

132 mentions

Internet

45 mentions

Food & Dining

24 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • Malay
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurant [halal]
  • Restaurants
  • Room service [24-hour]
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Concierge
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Doorman
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Food delivery
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Postal service
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Taxi service
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Carpeting
  • Cleaning products
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Desk
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe box
  • Internet access – wireless
  • Ironing facilities
  • Linens
  • Non-smoking
  • Private bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Safety/security feature
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Smoke detector
  • Telephone
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Trash cans
  • Walk-in shower
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Food and dining

Restaurants on site
Dreamtel Cafe
  • Cuisine: Asian, International, Local
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

5, Jalan Padang, Central Business District, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
Excellent
Location

8.5

Airports
  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
    7.0 km
  • Labuan Airport (LBU)
    119.2 km
Public transportation
  • South Bus Terminal
    1.3 km
  • Tanjung Aru Railway Station
    4.3 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Klinik Kesihatan Ibu dan Anak Pekan
    130 m
Shopping
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    250 m
Convenience store
  • 7 Eleven
    110 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    210 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    250 m
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
    530 m
  • Night Market
    570 m
  • Signal Hill Observatory Platform
    620 m
  • Mamutik Island
    650 m
  • Sabah State Museum
    2.3 km
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
    8.1 km
  • Sapi Island
    8.2 km
  • Manukan Island
    8.4 km
  • Poring Hot Springs
    14.2 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Padang Merdeka
    70 m
  • The Kinabalu Club
    80 m
  • Klinik Kesihatan Ibu dan Anak Pekan
    130 m
  • Sabah Court House
    170 m
  • Sunday market
    170 m
  • Dataran Desoka
    180 m
  • Atkinson Clock Tower
    180 m
  • Taman Ilham
    180 m
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    250 m
  • Main Post Office
    310 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Children 0-6 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 7 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • Baby cot is not available at the property.
  • Extra bed is not available at this property.
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until12:00
Getting around
  • Distance from city center0.4 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)20
The property
  • Non-smoking rooms/floorsyes
  • Number of floors11
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 160
  • Year property opened1970
  • Most recent renovation2013

Reviews of Hotel Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.2
Cleanliness8.1
Facilities7.7
Location8.5
Room comfort and quality7.9
Service8.5
Value for money8.3
High score for Kota Kinabalu
Rating
9+ Exceptional (952)
8-9 Excellent (622)
7-8 Very Good (869)
6-7 Good (302)
<6 Below Expectation (346)
Time of the year
Mar - May (872)
Jun - Aug (819)
Sep - Nov (578)
Dec - Feb (822)

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10.0
Exceptional
LEONG from Malaysia
Couple
Deluxe Triple
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Spacious and convenient ”

Room is spacious and clean. Same goes to the toilet. In room services provided until 10pm . I am a regular stay as it close to the Padang Bnadaran for me to go for a short jog before breakfast. My recent stay was a bit disappointing as the breakfast was not as before. The fried noodles was not appetising and a bit salty for me. I hope their kitchen will be back soon. Aside from that, all other ameneties and cleanliness and front office services is tip top.

Reviewed January 28, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Ain from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Double
Stayed 4 nights in January 2023

Good staff and nice room”

From outside looks kinda old but the interior is nice. The room also nice overall nice laa.. good value too love it.. the fo staff, Ms Melissa was veryyy nicee.. my flight was supposedly arriving at 1-2pm but sudden changed to 11am. Ms Melissa kindly let me checked in early at 12pm when supposedly check in time was 2-3 pm. Thank you so much for your kindness Ms Melissa. Would definitely stay in this hotel again when i go to sabah again

Reviewed January 10, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Ong from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Double
Stayed 4 nights in December 2022

A clean affordable hotel”

It is one of the best hotels I have stayed in all my travels. It is centrally located and near to shopping malls and restaurants. The room however is quite small but comfortable with complimentary toiletries. The staff are friendly and helpful. Definitely staying here again when I come to KK again

Reviewed December 13, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Sandy from Malaysia
Family with young children
Deluxe Triple
Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

friendly staff.. great facilities :)”

very clean & spacious room.. friendly staff.. near to gaya street (walking distance) surely will be back here again..

Reviewed January 25, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Lily from Malaysia
Family with young children
Standard Twin (No Window)
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

THE BEST PLACE TO STAY”

The room was very pleasant, it was nice and clean. Breakfast was excellent with a variety of food. The hotel team has always been friendly, patient and helpful. That impressed us the most. No matter what time of day or night, you could turn to them with all your concerns. On our next stays, we will definitely check into Hotel Dreamtel again.

Reviewed May 31, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Verniedecca from Malaysia
Couple
Deluxe Double
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Excellent! ”

Room is quiet spacious for two people plus everything is sufficient for us. Easily can park your car also. Our stay is breakfast included & food is tasty and it has various choice.

Reviewed January 25, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
PAULUS from Malaysia
Group
Deluxe Triple
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Dreamtel Team is Awesome !!!! ”

Amazing room with morden facilities.Clean and comfy bed,enjoying my superb pillow at night !! Staff are friendly esp reciptionist ! Thank you for making my great stay here at Dreamtel KK !! will come again soon !

Reviewed October 31, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Nur from Malaysia
Family with young children
Superior Double
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

Best scenery”

8th floor facing ocean.. the best scenery ever..

Reviewed February 07, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Muhammad from Malaysia
Family with young children
Stayed 3 nights in August 2022

Great hotel”

This is my second stay, just have 1 setback, there’s no visitor car park available. All the car park in front of the hotel are owned by the local council. It’s used to be hotel visitor parking last i stay here. I wasn’t told that there’s no more parking by the hotel’s receptionist. Next morning received a ticket for the parking.

Reviewed August 16, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
ABD from Malaysia
Couple
Deluxe Double
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Excellent hotel”

The room was good, location is near to almost everything. Breakfast was superb with many choices, staffs are very good and polite and helpful. Definitely repeat next time in KK.

Reviewed October 26, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Salazia from Malaysia
Family with young children
Superior Twin
Stayed 2 nights in December 2022

Exceptional”

Good Food..Delicious Room Clean everything was perfect for me with the price ..gonna come here again for sure.

Reviewed December 23, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Poh from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Deluxe Triple
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Great Location”

We arrived early from Airport around 9am. 1. Thanks to reception staff. helpful to keep our luggage first. We walk around look for breakfast before check-in. 2. We get really nice room (Triple) great view, good AC, great Wifi. good cleanliness. 3. Breakfast good. 4. We managed to get public transport to Kinabalu park infront hotel. The public transport just infront of hotel. (you can go Kudat, Ranau & others town) 5. looking forward to stay here again in future.

Reviewed May 17, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Farah from Malaysia
Group
Standard Twin (No Window)
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

The room was spacious.”

Surprisingly the rooms were spacious. Great location. Just that it would be better if there are designated parkings for guests. Overall a great stay. Thanks!

Reviewed February 04, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Norfadzlina from Malaysia
Family with young children
Deluxe Twin
Stayed 2 nights in December 2021

5 stars”

I gave 5 stars because the staff is very helpful and friendly. Having problem my door, they fixed it right away. The room quite clean and spacious. It’s in the heart of KK, everything is walking distance.

Reviewed December 26, 2021

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10.0
Exceptional
LAI from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Deluxe Twin
Stayed 4 nights in January 2023

Awesome location ”

hotel Location near Gaya street and airport bus.

Reviewed January 27, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Elenna from United Kingdom
Couple
Deluxe Double
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Exceptional”

Great location Gaya st where all the cafe & restaurants. Also the riverfront is a walking distance.

Reviewed November 01, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Muhammad from Malaysia
Family with young children
Deluxe Twin
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

The awesome hotel”

Staff friendly , nice room

Reviewed February 05, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
PAULUS from Malaysia
Group
Deluxe Triple
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

The best hotel 3 star in KK !!”

Thanks dreamtel team for making my unforgetable stay here in kk !!

Reviewed November 02, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Muhammad from Malaysia
Family with young children
Superior Double
Stayed 2 nights in January 2020

Nice place”

Everything was great. Variety of food during breakfast. The staff were very helpful and kind. There parking space front of hotel, there's nearby 7-eleven. The location was a tad far to shopping complex or attraction place if you're on foot. There's taxi available front of the hotel. If you happen to stay on Sunday, there's morning market at Gaya Street nearby that you have to check out. Anyway it's a great place for stay.

Reviewed February 15, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
IRENE from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Twin
Stayed 1 night in March 2022

Recommended ”

The rooms were clean, comfortable, and the staff was amazing.

Reviewed October 10, 2022

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