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Pantai Inn

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8.0

Excellent

1,615 reviews

1,615 reviews

Housekeeping80
Car Park3
View3
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8.9

Excellent

Location rating score

Excellent location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Walkable places
City Park
80 m
Dataran Desoka
80 m
Sunday market
80 m
Gaya Street Sunday Market
90 m
Milimewa Superstore
100 m
Popular landmarks
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
350 m
Signal Hill Observatory Platform
490 m
Night Market
510 m
Mamutik Island
840 m
Sabah State Museum
2.5 km
Closest landmarks
Teksi Car Park
70 m
Net Access
120 m
Main Post Office
150 m
Pos Malaysia Car Park
160 m
Servay
250 m

Pantai Inn

57 Jalan Pantai, 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. Massage and restaurant are among the special facilities that will enhance your stay with on-site convenience.

Highlights

Hygiene Plus

Located in heart of Kota Kinabalu

Check-in [24-hour]

Inside city center

60 meters to Gaya Street Sunday Market

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Cash withdrawal

Contactless check-in/out

Restaurants

Shops

Coffee shop

Your dates are popular among travelersPopular destination! Properties in Kota Kinabalu are being booked every minute!
Value for money8.2
Distance to city center0.8 km
Location rating8.9
Nearest airportKota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Distance to airport7.2 km

Rooms available at Pantai Inn

Triple
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  • Room size: 17 m²/183 ft²
  • City view
  • 3 single beds
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Twin
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  • Room size: 24 m²/258 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds
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Standard Double
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  • Room size: 13 m²/140 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 double bed
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Junior
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  • Room size: 26 m²/280 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 queen beds
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Standard Room
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  • Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 queen bed
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Small room
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  • Room size: 26 m²/280 ft²
  • Shower
  • 2 queen beds
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Junior Suite
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  • Room size: 23 m²/248 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 queen bed and 1 king bed
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Junior Suite
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  • Room size: 23 m²/248 ft²
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Standard Room
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  • Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
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Standard Room (healthcare, firefighting, army and police force only)
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  • Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
  • 1 queen bed
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Frequently asked questions

What bars are close by Pantai Inn?

While remaining at Pantai Inn, indulge in your evening or night out at Q Bar to make the most out of your nightlife.

How many floors does Pantai Inn have?

Pantai Inn has a total of 3 floors.

How long do travelers usually stay at Pantai Inn?

Verified past guests that have stayed at Pantai Inn had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

What was the average room rate for Pantai Inn been in the past month?

The average room rate for Pantai Inn in the past month is 93.77 MYR, compared to city's average of 163.4 MYR.

In which languages can Pantai Inn's staff members communicate?

Pantai Inn can speak in 3 languages and supports widely used languages such as English and Mandarin Chinese for visitors visiting this property. Please refer to the 'Amenities and facilities' section and in the 'Languages spoken' category to find out what different languages this property supports.

What do travelers love most about Pantai Inn?

Past guests that stayed at Pantai Inn have given this property a rating of 8.923 for its remarkable location as the primary highlight for their stay.

What is the verified guest review consensus about Pantai Inn's view?

100.0% of our past visitor evaluations have given a positive review and remarks about this property's view. You can look up on more detailed customer reviews, and comments for Pantai Inn down in the review section.

What is the average rating that past Families with young children have given to Pantai Inn?

Past families with young children that have stayed at this property have given Pantai Inn an average rating of 7.9. You can look up more descriptive customer testimonials and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the average rating that verified Group travelers have given to Pantai Inn?

Past group travelers that have stayed at this property have given Pantai Inn an average rating of 7.9. You can check out more in depth customer testimonials and comments by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What dining places are nearby Pantai Inn?

Pantai Inn’s local community is Central Business District which comprises of popular restaurants such as Yuit Cheong, Vege Garden, and Kedai Kopi Yee Fung.

What people love about Pantai Inn

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Hotel room is clean & comfortable to sleep."

    SOH

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    September 4, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Great hotel 👍🎉 simple, clean and nice to stay."

    Yatz

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    July 25, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "There is also a convenient store, Orange nearby."

    nur

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    September 19, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 2,042 Kota Kinabalu properties
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Cheapest price score
Room comfort score
7.2/10
Location score
8.9/10
Room size
20 sqm.
Better than
97
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Better than
96
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Better than
89
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Bigger than
89
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Overall rating:

8

Excellent
1,615 reviews
Cleanliness
7.9
Facilities
7.3
Location
8.9
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What travelers say they love:
TV channel, bathroom shower and hot water is good.
kong from Malaysia
Business traveler
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More about Pantai Inn

Experience Comfort and Convenience at Pantai Inn in Kota Kinabalu

Pantai Inn in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia offers a range of facilities that cater to the needs of its guests. The hotel features a coffee shop, restaurant, and halal restaurant, where guests can indulge in local and international cuisine. For those who want to explore the city, the hotel offers tours and taxi services. Guests can also take advantage of the laundry service, dry cleaning, and car hire facilities. Safety deposit boxes, luggage storage, and a concierge service are available for added convenience. The hotel also provides air conditioning, television, and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. For those who want to unwind, a massage service is available. A convenience store is also on-site for last-minute necessities. Daily housekeeping ensures that the rooms are always clean and tidy. With all these facilities, Pantai Inn promises a comfortable and convenient stay for its guests.

Comfortable and Spacious Rooms at Pantai Inn

Pantai Inn offers a variety of room types to cater to the needs of different travelers. The Junior room, spanning 26 square meters, features two comfortable Queen beds that can accommodate up to four guests. The Standard Double room, with its 13 square meters of space, is perfect for solo travelers or couples looking for a cozy and intimate stay. The Triple room, measuring 17 square meters, is ideal for small groups or families with three single beds. For those who prefer separate sleeping arrangements, the Twin room provides 24 square meters of space with two single beds. Regardless of your choice, all rooms at Pantai Inn are designed to provide comfort and relaxation during your stay in Kota Kinabalu.

Explore the Best of Kota Kinabalu's Landmarks and Attractions

Located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, Pantai Inn offers easy access to some of the city's most popular landmarks and attractions. Take a relaxing dip in the natural hot springs at Poring Hot Springs or admire the stunning architecture of the Kota Kinabalu City Mosque. For a day trip, head to Mamutik Island for a beach getaway or explore the exhibits at Sabah State Museum. For panoramic views of the city, visit the Signal Hill Observatory Platform. Shop for local goods and souvenirs at Gaya Street Sunday Market, Night Market, and Filipino Market Kota Kinabalu. For a more upscale shopping experience, check out Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. And for island hopping adventures, Jesselton Point is just a short drive away. With so many options nearby, Pantai Inn is the perfect base for your Kota Kinabalu exploration.

Friendly Staff and Clean Rooms: A Great Stay at Pantai Inn

Guests rave about the friendly and helpful staff at Pantai Inn in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Reviewers consistently mention the cleanliness of the rooms and common areas, with many describing the staff as lovely and accommodating. Guests appreciate the good value of the rooms and the helpfulness of the reception staff. Overall, visitors to Pantai Inn can expect a very good stay with excellent service and clean, comfortable accommodations.

Experience Exceptional Service and Location at Pantai Inn

Pantai Inn in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia has received glowing reviews from satisfied guests. With an overall rating of 8.0, guests have praised the exceptional service provided by the hotel staff, who have received an impressive rating of 8.0 for staff performance. Additionally, the hotel's prime location has earned a remarkable rating of 8.9, making it a perfect choice for travelers looking to explore the city. Guests have also reported that the hotel is exceptionally clean, with a rating of 7.9 for cleanliness. While the facilities and food and dining options may not be the hotel's strongest points, guests have rated the value for money as 8.2, making it a great choice for budget-conscious travelers. Overall, guests have raved about the exceptional service and location of Pantai Inn, making it a top choice for travelers visiting Kota Kinabalu.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.3

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

77 mentions

Food & Dining

17 mentions

Internet

16 mentions

Breakfast

7 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
  • Massage
  • On-site entertainment
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Breakfast takeaway service
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Sterilizing equipment
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Coffee shop
  • Restaurant [halal]
  • Restaurants
  • Vending machine
Services and conveniences
  • Air conditioning in public area
  • Cash withdrawal
  • Concierge
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Convenience store
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Food delivery
  • Invoice provided
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Shops
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Exterior corridor
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Safety/security feature
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
  • Soundproof rooms
Getting around
  • Rental car
  • Taxi service
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Clothes dryer
  • Desk
  • Electric kettle
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Individual air conditioning
  • Linens
  • Non-smoking
  • Private bathroom
  • Safety/security feature
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Shower
  • Smoke detector
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble flooring
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Wooden/parqueted flooring

Food and dining

Breakfast options
  • Asian

Location

57 Jalan Pantai, Central Business District, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
Excellent
Location

8.9

Airports
  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
    7.2 km
  • Labuan Airport (LBU)
    119.3 km
Public transportation
  • South Bus Terminal
    1.4 km
Hospital or clinic
  • Klinik Kesihatan Ibu dan Anak Pekan
    300 m
Shopping
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    90 m
Convenience store
  • On-site
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM on-site

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    90 m
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
    350 m
  • Signal Hill Observatory Platform
    490 m
  • Night Market
    510 m
  • Mamutik Island
    840 m
  • Sabah State Museum
    2.5 km
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
    8.0 km
  • Sapi Island
    8.0 km
  • Manukan Island
    8.3 km
  • Poring Hot Springs
    14.2 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Teksi Car Park
    70 m
  • City Park
    80 m
  • Dataran Desoka
    80 m
  • Sunday market
    80 m
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    90 m
  • Milimewa Superstore
    100 m
  • Net Access
    120 m
  • Milimewa
    130 m
  • General Post Office
    130 m
  • Atkinson Clock Tower
    150 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.

Infant 0-1 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
Children 2-10 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 11 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • 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 center0.8 km
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)15
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price)17 MYR
The property
  • Number of floors3
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 36
  • Year property opened1992
  • Most recent renovation2009

Property announcements



As part of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions, the property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identification, travel itinerary, and other relevant information. Please contact the property for more information.

Due to COVID-19 circumstances, we request that you check travel restrictions and relevant travel advisories before booking and traveling.

Reviews of Pantai Inn from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.0
Cleanliness7.9
Facilities7.3
Location8.9
Room comfort and quality7.2
Service8.0
Value for money8.2
High score for Kota Kinabalu
Rating
9+ Exceptional (224)
8-9 Excellent (115)
7-8 Very Good (190)
6-7 Good (93)
<6 Below Expectation (136)
Time of the year
Mar - May (187)
Jun - Aug (183)
Sep - Nov (189)
Dec - Feb (199)

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10.0
Exceptional
Peny from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Twin
Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Clean and safe”

I stay here for few days and the staffs was wily nice. Clean room and most importantly is safe if you want to go out for near by meal. Not far from Suria mall

Reviewed January 01, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Peny from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Twin
Stayed 3 nights in December 2022

Clean and safe place to stay”

Stay for couple of days and the room was clean and quiet.

Reviewed December 23, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Peny from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Twin
Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Feel safe and comfortable ”

Excellent place to stay for a night stay.

Reviewed December 26, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
ERNI from Malaysia
Family with young children
Junior
Stayed 3 nights in December 2022

Sarawakian”

very comfortable room, nice to stay..staff very helpful & friendly..

Reviewed December 20, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
eliza from Malaysia
Family with young children
Standard Double
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Clean n tidy”

This is the second time we stay here... The room is big n clean.... Very comfortable for staying there..... We will stay there again..

Reviewed June 15, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Khairunisa from Malaysia
Family with young children
Standard Room (healthcare, firefighting, army and police force only)
Stayed 1 night in October 2021

BEST PLACE TO STAY”

I never went to this hotel until my mom personally recommend it to me. So far this is my favorite place to stay because its near to Night Market.

Reviewed July 14, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Nadia from Malaysia
Family with young children
Junior
Stayed 2 nights in August 2022

Great Location”

Easy to find parking, night market & gaya street, easy to find restaurant

Reviewed September 27, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
KAI from Malaysia
Family with teens
Standard Double
Stayed 2 nights in November 2019

Totally satisfied ”

the location is great .You able to find many restaurant nearby. The hotel is worth for money and clean. Staff is helpfull too

Reviewed February 24, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Sureall from Malaysia
Family with teens
Triple
Stayed 1 night in October 2021

Good For Money Value”

Comfortable, clean and good For Money Value...

Reviewed March 16, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Vasu from Malaysia
Family with teens
Junior
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Nice cozy hotel with good location”

Pleasant stay and good choice for solo or family travels.

Reviewed June 02, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Monica from Malaysia
Family with young children
Twin
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Convenient place for traveling with kids”

Price reasonable, receptionist very friendly, room very clean, places easy to located...

Reviewed December 31, 2019

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10.0
Exceptional
Nadia from Malaysia
Family with young children
Twin
Stayed 2 nights in August 2022

Best Choice!”

Everything is the best!

Reviewed August 31, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Adif from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Standard Double
Stayed 2 nights in December 2022

good”

nice to solo trip

Reviewed December 26, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Wei from Malaysia
Couple
Twin
Stayed 1 night in February 2020

Great ”

First night experience was not really great as Air conditioning not cold and leaking due to lack of maintenance. Luckily during second night, staff at receptionist arrange to move to better room. Thank you.

Reviewed February 10, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Maximus from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Standard Double
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Near to city attractions ”

Good for traveler who seek for local attractions

Reviewed July 08, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Saralyn from Malaysia
Family with teens
Junior
Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

Great Hotel”

Booked a family room for my mum, been choosing this hotel since I was a teen. Strategic location, comfy hotel. Thank you🌟

Reviewed February 04, 2023

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9.6
Exceptional
Charnnarong from Malaysia
Family with young children
Twin
Stayed 1 night in March 2020

Clean and Comfortable”

We booked a room here while waiting for our midnight flight from KKIA. While this is a budget hotel, cleanliness way beyond my expectations. Restaurants and convenience store are just beside the hotel. Highly recommended

Reviewed March 19, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
MOHD from Malaysia
Couple
Standard Double
Stayed 2 nights in February 2020

Nearby Gaya Street”

The most budget stay during weekend if you want to visit the night market and tamu

Reviewed October 04, 2020

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9.6
Exceptional
Hafizah from Brunei Darussalam
Family with young children
Junior
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Value for money”

Good location for weekend gateaway coz gaya street tamu is at the back of the hotel

Reviewed October 13, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Angel from Malaysia
Group
Junior
Stayed 3 nights in August 2022

Js if”

if there are small fridge for us to put in the item needed cool place more better....js an suggestion only😁

Reviewed August 24, 2022

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