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The Crown Borneo Hotel

3.0 of 5
23 Jalan Pinang | Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu 88100, Malaysia
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The Crown Borneo Hotel
Ranked #21 of 85 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
3.5 of 5 stars 44 Reviews
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Quezon City, Philippines
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62 reviews 62 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
41 helpful votes 41 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

The Crown Borneo Hotel totally exceeded my expectations I found the rates to be rather reasonable They faithfully responded to all my emails and patiently answered my queries They picked us up from the airport Arranged our tours and the like However, the room, though not very spacious, was very sufficient in that it provided me and my family a... More

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Austin
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

this place is right next to the airport. They pick you up and drop you off the next day. The rooms are comfortable and the aircon works well. There is a decent TV and the bed is kinda hard but otherwise fine. Breakfast was good and the staff very friendly. Not too much around but if you're short on time... More

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Angeles City, Philippines
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42 reviews 42 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

I am a return visitor. I use this place for quick stays. My main priority is a good bed, a CLEAN restroom, HOT water, and a resonable price. The Crown Borneo Hotel meets all these requirements perfectly. It is not for an extended stay unless you like cramped. I will continue to stay here until my budget or the size... More

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Singapore
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

- A great transit hotel - free airport transfer - very near airport - room was very small but clean - toilet is covered by transparent glass which can be awkward if you are sharing the room - simple breakfast - friendly staff - No lift but bell boy will help to carry luggage to your room - No space... More

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Sydney, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

I stayed there on an overnight for a diving trip. The rooms are quite small and they don't have lifts, so be prepared to carry your baggage upstairs (not good if you have diving gear on top of the baggage). Breakfast was very, very basic, they advised they charged for extra butter. It should be ok if you are backpacking..... More

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We booked and stayed in this hotel overnight between flights because Crown Borneo Hotel was advertised like airport hotel. But... it was big mistake. Distance from airport to this hotel is 10 minuts by taxi for RM 15. But to reach centre of Kota Kinabalu where are a lot of very good hotels takes only 15-20 minuts for RM 15... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012

Really friendly hotel which were understanding and very helpful when i realised that i'd booked for completely the wrong night. They quickly sorted this out, picked us up from the airport and got us booked into a room. Area around the hotel was really interesting with plenty of local restaurants - not all with english menu's but we worked it... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012

We stayed here one night due to late flight in and early flight out. Free shuttle there waiting for us and ready in the morning to take us back no problems. Room was small but clean and comfortable and at very reasonable price there are no complaits. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

My room was very clean. The A/C worked very well. The hotel shuttle staff were kindly waiting for me with a sign at the airport (although my flight was delayed by nearly an hour), and the following day they shuttled me back to the airport at the random time I selected (no set specific times - they were very flexible);... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

We stayed here on our way to Sandakan. We arrived late into KK and had a flight out the next day. The hotel is fine for this kind of stay. It is close to the airport, therefore not close to the center of town, and it is functional. There is nothing much nearby so I wouldn't recommend it for a... More

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23 Jalan Pinang | Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu 88100, Malaysia
Price range (per night):* S$50 - 58

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