Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Description

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is "simply magnificentand so out of the ordinary". The amazing wildlife, the scenic beauty and the rugged landscapes of Kota Kinabalu are simply magnificent. The city's cultural diversity and laid-back atmosphere coupled with Le Meridien's unique service and personality is so out of the ordinary.

Kota Kinabalu is located on the western side of the island of Borneo, Sabah (a State of Malaysia) and only 2.5 hours flight from Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Manila and Hong Kong. The hotel is located downtown Kota Kinabalu, providing guests easy walking access to local attractions, commercial district, retail and entertainment facilities. The hotel is only minutes to soft adventure, beaches and golfing. It is the ideal location for business travellers, a leisure stay or alternativelyfor meetings and incentives.

This 5 star hotel consists of 306 well-appointed guest rooms. The Deluxe rooms are spacious with magnificent full sea views of the South China Sea. The Le Royal Club on the 11th and 12th floors offer guests access to the Le Royal Club lounge and associated benefits. 31 Suites offer separate bedroom and lounge with dining table and entertaining area.

Circle - our all day dining restaurant has a seating capacity for 120 guests. Located on the lobby level overlooking the esplanade and the sea, Circle features a show kitchen with a la minute cooking, creative buffet displays and an a la carte menu.

Opening Hours: 6 am to 12 midnight

The Lounge - located on the lobby level with a capacity of 100 seats, 'The Lounge' is the ideal place for an informal gathering, afternoon tea or pre/post dinner drinks.

Opening Hours: 11am to 1am

Poolside Terrace Bar - superbly located beside our swimming pool on the third floor, offering magnificent views of the Esplanade and South China Sea.Light meals and drinks served throughout the day.

Opening Hours 10 am - 6 pm

Le Royal Club Lounge - Le Royal Club lounge is located on the 12th floor, open for breakfast, evening cocktails and canapés. The lounge has superb sea views with comfortable leather lounges and dining areas, internet and business centre access and international newspapers. The Le Royal Club Lounge is for the exclusive use of guests staying on the Le Royal Club Floors.

Opening Hours: 6 am - 11pm

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu features a gym with modern weight and cardiovascular equipment. Our outdoor pool has panoramic sea views complemented by a pool bar. Other facilities include jacuzzi, steam and sauna.

Kota Kinabalu is a melting pot of cultural diversity offering a number of cultural festivities throughout the year. Amongst the most popular festivals are the annual Harvest Festival on the 30thand 31st May, the Merdeka Celebration on the 31st August (celebrating Malaysia's Independence) and the Ramadhan Food Bazzar during the Ramadhan month of October 2006.

All of these activities are within close proximity to the hotel. Further details and bookings can be arranged though the hotel's concierge desk.

Sports and Leisure Facilities

* Air conditioned gym with modern cardio equipment and weights
* Outdoor pool and jacuzzi with pool bar and open sea views
* Change rooms with shower, steam and sauna facilities

Additional Amenities

• Bowling alley
• Badminton court
• Squash court
• Tennis court
• Golf course
• Wind surfing
• Diving
• Snorkelling
• Fishing

Hotel Location

Le Meridien Kota Kinabaluis located in downtown Kota Kinabalu on the eastern side of Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens offering expansive views of both the city and the South China Sea. The surrounding area of the hotel provides guests easy walking access to commercial, retail and entertainment facilities such as the "wet market", Handicrafts Centre and Waterfront Esplanade. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is approximately a 15 minute drive to the hotel.

Airport Information

International Airport - Kota Kinabalu International Airport

• Distance from hotel - 10 km - 6 miles - 15 minutes

Transportation

Airport - Guests may take a taxi at the airport operated taxi stand.
By car - Driving to the hotel from the airport is easy. Follow Jalan Kepayan road when exiting the airport. The driving distance is approximately 15 minutes.

Kota Kinabalu city offers a diverse number of attractions. Among the most popular is the City Tour covering the Sabah State Museum, Monsopiad Cultural Village, KK Bird Santuary and The Sabah State Mosque. For those seeking adventure, a tour of the Islands is a must. The port that takes you to the Islands is only a 10 minute drive away. Native Handicrafts and the Night Markets are all conveniently located within 5 to 10 minutes walking distance from the hotel.

Hotel Amenities

• 24 hour front desk and concierge
• Bellman and porter
• Business centre and secretarial service
• Disabled ramp and wheelchair access
• Lobby shop
• Doctor on call
• Elevators
• Express check-in/check-out
• Multilingual staff
• Non smoking rooms
• Indoor parking
• Valet parking
• Le Royal Club floors and Executive Lounge

Children

Children

A babysitting service is available on request. Cots are free of charge.

Guest Room Information

Classic Rooms - Classic rooms are located from the 4th to 10th floors with an eclectic city landscape view. Rooms are spacious with a minimum of 41 square metres. The decor in these rooms is modern and elegant. Rooms are available with either a king bed or twin beds. Rooms include 68cm flat screen LCD TV with DVD and cable channels, IDD telephone, high speed internet access, bar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, complimentary drinking water, electronic safe and working desk. The marble bathroom features separate bathtub and walk-in shower, a large mirror, make-up mirror, hairdryer and bathroom amenities. All rooms can accommodate an extra bed or cot. Interconnecting rooms are also available.

Superior Rooms - Superior rooms are located from the 6th to 10th floors offering a blended landscape of city and sea views. Rooms are spacious with a minimum of 41 square metres. The decor in these rooms is modern and elegant. Rooms are available with a king bed or twin beds. These rooms include 68cm flat screen LCD TV with DVD player and cable channels, IDD telephone, high speed internet access, bar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, complimentary drinking water, electronic safe and working desk. The marble bathroom features separate bathtub and walk-in shower, a large mirror, make-up mirror, hairdryer and amenities. All rooms can accommodate an extra bed or cot. Interconnecting rooms are also available.

Deluxe Sea View Rooms - Deluxe Sea View rooms are located from the 4th to 10th floors. With panoramic sea views, all rooms are spacious with a minimum of 44 square metres. Finished with modern and elegant décor, rooms are available with a king bed or twin beds. These rooms include 68cm flat screen LCD TV with DVD player and Cable channels, IDD telephone, high speed internet access, bar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, complimentary drinking water, electronic safe and working desk. The marble bathroom features separate bathtub and walk-in shower, large mirror, make-up mirror, hairdryer and bathroom amenities. All rooms can accommodate an extra bed or cot. Interconnecting rooms are also available.

Le Royal Club Rooms - Le Royal Club rooms are located on dedicated Le Royal Club levels 11 and 12. Privileged guests have access to the Le Royal Club lounge for dedicated check-in, breakfast and evening cocktails and canapés. The lounge has superb sea views with comfortable leather lounges and dining areas, internet and business centre access and international newspapers. Rooms are a minimum of 41 square metres and are available with a king bed or two extra large single beds. Ideal for both business and leisure travellers these rooms include a 68cm flat screen LCD TV with DVD and Cable channels, IDD telephone, high speed internet access, bar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, complimentary drinking water, electronic safe and working desk. The marble bathroom features separate bathtub and walk-in shower, large mirror, shaving mirror, hairdryer and luxury amenities. All rooms can accommodate an extra bed or cot. Interconnecting rooms are also available.

Le Royal Club Deluxe Suites - Le Royal Club Deluxe Suites are located from the 4th to 12th floors and available with one King bed or two extra large single beds. Guests staying in Deluxe Suites have full access to the Le Royal Club lounge and benefits. Rooms are a minimum of 86 square metres and feature separate lounge room with dining table and guest bathroom. Ideal for both business and leisure travelers these rooms include flat screen LCD TV with DVD player and cable channels, IDD telephone, high speed internet access, bar fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, complimentary drinking water, electronic safe and working desk. The marble bathroom features separate bathtub and walk-in shower, large mirror, make-up mirror, hairdryer and with luxurious Hermes amenities. All rooms can accommodate an extra bed or cot. Interconnecting rooms are available.

Presidential Suite - The Presidential Suite is exquisitely furnished and has commanding panoramic sea views. All this to be enjoyed in a very generous 333 square metre sized suite. The pinnacle of accommodation offers two bedrooms, in addition to providing a separate living, dining and kitchen area. Other facilities provided are a steam room, study and powder room. Guests staying in the Presidential Suite will have full access to the Le Royal Club Lounge, In room check-in, daily VIP amenities and Hermes amenities.

Amenities - In Room

• 24 hour room service
• Air conditioning
• Combination of foam and feather pillows
• Alarm clock
• Electronic safe with power socket
• Bathrobe and slippers
• Complimentary newspaper
• Complimentary shoe shine service
• Full length mirror
• Hairdryer
• Room facilities for guests with disabilities
• Work desk with office chair
• High speed internet access
• International direct dial telephone
• Wall mounted LCD Flat screen television with DVD
• Interconnecting rooms