Hyatt Centric · PremiumH
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Kota Kinabalu · Central Kota Kinabalu
A 222-room lifestyle hotel designed by architect Kengo Kuma, in Kota Kinabalu's most walkable district, with rooftop infinity pools on level 23.
Hyatt Regency · Premium
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Central Kota Kinabalu / Waterfront
76
Guest sentiment
A 288-room waterfront Hyatt Regency in central Kota Kinabalu, opened in 1977 and last renovated in 2011, with six dining options and a Regency Club.
Last updated August 8, 2026
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu sits on the waterfront in central Kota Kinabalu, giving guests easy access to the city's markets and island ferries on foot. Guests praise the friendly, generous staff, comfortable beds, and clean bathrooms, along with a well-regarded breakfast spread across the hotel's six dining venues. Opened in 1977 and last renovated in 2011, the property is one of the older Hyatt properties in the directory, and a number of reviewers describe the interior as tired and in need of a refresh, with the breakfast buffet's a-la-carte pricing also drawing criticism as overpriced relative to nearby options.
How guests rate it
- Location90
- Service84
- Rooms68
- Food & breakfast76
- Value66
| Address | Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, 88991 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia |
|---|---|
| Brand Sub Brand | Hyatt Regency |
| Neighborhood | Central Kota Kinabalu / Waterfront |
What World of Hyatt status gets you here
- Regency Club Lounge access for World of Hyatt Globalist Elite members
- Room upgrades for Explorist and Globalist Elite members, subject to availability, per World of Hyatt program terms
- Late check-out until 4pm for Globalist Elite members, subject to availability
Pros
- Waterfront location in central Kota Kinabalu, walkable to markets and island ferries
- Staff repeatedly described as friendly and generous
- Clean rooms with comfortable beds and great linens
- Breakfast draws praise, served across six dining options
- Central location well suited to exploring the city without a car
Cons
- The interior is described by several reviewers as dated and in need of renovation
- Breakfast buffet pricing (around RM67) is seen as overpriced compared with nearby local options (RM15-20)
The research view
What the research keeps finding
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Consistently praised
- Guests consistently praise the waterfront, central location for exploring Kota Kinabalu
- Staff friendliness and the breakfast spread draw repeated positive comment
- Rooms and bathrooms are described as clean with comfortable bedding
Worth knowing before you book
- Multiple reviews describe the property as tired-looking and not fully matching 5-star expectations given its age
- The a-la-carte breakfast buffet is called overpriced relative to dining options just outside the hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hyatt Regency Kinabalu in central Kota Kinabalu?
Yes -- it's on the waterfront in the city centre, within walking distance of local markets and the jetty for island ferries, making it a convenient base for exploring Kota Kinabalu without needing a car.
Has Hyatt Regency Kinabalu been renovated recently?
It opened in 1977 and was last renovated in 2011, so it's one of the older properties in the directory. Several reviewers note the interior feels dated compared with the city's newer hotels, even though rooms remain clean and comfortable.