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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu: Traveller Reviews

4.5 of 5
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens | Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu 88000, Malaysia
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Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Ranked #5 of 85 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
4.5 of 5 stars 648 Reviews
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What travellers say about this hotel
  • Night market(69)
  • Club lounge(53)
  • Sea view(43)
  • Very good(41)
  • Buffet breakfast(27)
  • Afternoon tea(24)
  • Pool area(24)
  • Hotel staff(22)
  • Shopping mall(11)
  • Really nice(6)
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Singapore, Singapore
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Can't beat the location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

What I liked about the hotel :
(i) the staff were courteous and friendly, always ready to lend a helping hand
(ii) rooms were big and clean
(iii) food was good although a little on the pricey side
(iv) location - you just can't beat the location. Located near shopping malls and restaurants - all within walking distance. Taxi fares are very expensive in Kota Kinabalu.

What I disliked about the hotel:
(i) rooms are a little dated
(ii) the hotel lobby was kind of warm

Overall, my stay there was pleasant. There is a bit of a fishy smell coming from the market nearby but it is not overpowering. It is worth paying for a sea-view room upgrade.

Room Tip: It is worth paying for a sea-view room upgrade.
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Alex Riva, General Manager at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, responded to this review
1 March 2012
Thank you for your overall good review and for highlighting the room decor issue as well as the temperature in the lobby which is something we believe has been rectified.
Looking forward to your next visit Singapore is only a short flight away.
Regards,
Alex
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Chicago, Illinois
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
“Great People make for a Great Stay”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2012

Just got back from 4 days at the Le Meridien KK, very enjoyable.

The staff at this hotel are some of the best I've encountered in Asia, just first rate.

The hotel is getting a little dated, they're already begun the process. If the lobby and club lounge are any indication it will be beautiful when it's finished.

Don't hesitate book this hotel, great place in a great location. I really enjoyed being able to walk to the waterfront restaurants every night for dinner.

Room Tip: If you can swing it spend some extra RM or points and get a club level sea view room !!!!!
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  • Stayed February 2012, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Alex Riva, General Manager at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, responded to this review
29 February 2012
How nice to read your review with full marks on the service you have received. We definitely have plenty of talents in every sections who continue to keep us on top in that area.
Thank you so much for noticing it.
Alex
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Singapore, Singapore
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Quality of rooms do not reflect the price”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

I booked the Le Meridien as it ranked number 4 hotel in KK and received fairly good reviews. Having now stayed at both the Le Meridien in Phuket and in KK, I have to say the one in KK really does not live up to the Le Meridien name.

The price of the room was on par with Singapore hotels, and that's saying something. Although the room was huge, the bed was atrocious and the electrical outlet did not work. Every time I boiled some water, the switch would trip. Finally I gave up and asked housekeeping for hot water instead. The furnishing in the room and the bathroom could do with an uplift.

The sea view was nice and the staff very friendly and helpful.

  • Stayed January 2012, travelled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Alex Riva, General Manager at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, responded to this review
29 February 2012
Thank you for reminding us that despite our priority focus into guest rooms preventive maintenance there is still opportunity to improve and we are learning from the shorfalls you have encountered. I can erassure you that in general we are able to do much better.
It is good to know that the view and the service you received were representative of quality we would like to be renowned for.
Thank you again
Alex
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“Excellent”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

This hotel was very nicely located. Rooms were very comfy and lounge access provided a nice refreshment when needed. Staff was very polite and extremely helpful.

  • Stayed March 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Alex Riva, General Manager at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, responded to this review
29 February 2012
Hello Eva thank you and happy to know you had a memorable experience.
Alex
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“Sea View but in the slumps!”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 January 2012
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Good hotel, Food and beverage wasnt that great but rooms were decent and clean.
Location is scary to say the least, outside the hotel there is a market and all sorts of riff-raffs walking around.

Near to the international airport though!

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled on business
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Alex Riva, General Manager at Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, responded to this review
13 February 2012
Thank you for sharing your views on the hotel location. The difference in opinions is what make tripadvisor and the reviews so real offering a full spectrum of traveller's views and we certainly respect them all.
Happy to know that you found the hotel good.
Best,
Alex
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Address: Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens | Sinsuran, Kota Kinabalu 88000, Malaysia
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