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James N
Kuching, Malaysia

Chosen for its strategic location

4.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 30 Sept 2022via mobile
Booked a room for a five-night stay during my recent trip to Kota Kinabalu. It was the best choice in term of location as it was the pick-up dan drop-off point for TMBT participants. I was given a room facing the city as requested and the view was awesome. Room facilities are good. Breakfast was okay too. Staff were friendly. It is just a few minutes away from Gaya Street where good cafes are found and night market are held on weekends.
Date of stay: September 2022
Room Tip: No special pick-up and drop-off space available. It is a disadvantage to those who drive.
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Reviewed 20 March 2020

Stayed in a twin room with windows for 4 nights.
The room was quite spacious; a bit dated but tidy.
The bed was springy. It wasn’t to my liking but mum didn’t mind it. I still slept fine until the early prayers in the morning (I think around 5am on a daily basis), so get ready because that will be your morning call.
Speaking of noise, the walls are quite thin so conversations in the corridor and room next door can be heard quite distinctly.
I appreciated the night light when everything was switched off at night.
Basic amenities were offered, including slippers and bottled water (note that tap water is treated with chlorine, so if you choose to drink it, it’s advised to boil it first).
Our air con broke on our third day and upon informing the front desk, a maintenance guy came and promptly fixed it which was highly appreciated.
Breakfast is a selection of Asian and Western fares, though not a wide selection. There’s an egg station outside where you can order how you want your egg from the chef.
Location wise you are in the heart of it all. Everywhere was walkable and there were buses along the main road although I never took it so cannot comment.

Overall, it was a decent stay with good service.

Disclaimer: This was part of a trip with Trip a Deal.

Date of stay: March 2020
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Reviewed 12 February 2020

A small hotel with basic needs for business travellers. The hotel is right in the city and it is at strategic location where surrounded by restaurants, convenient shops, cafes and complexes and within walking distance. However, it is not suitable for guest that spend more time in hotel as said it is quite basic and suitable for short stay business traveller. Breakfast is kind of basic one, and you will get bore if stay more than 2 days.

Date of stay: January 2020
  • Trip type: Travelled on business
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Reviewed 14 January 2020

Stayed in a windowless room, toilet and room were clean and well maintained, quality of the breakfast was good, filtered coffee and an egg station were available for breakfast. Good for one night's stay

Date of stay: January 2020
Trip type: Travelled with family
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DreamtelKotaKinabalu, Front Office Manager at Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu, responded to this reviewResponded 4 February 2020

Dear Olpij18259,

Kopivosian from Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu!

Thank you for choosing to stay with us during your recent trip to Kota Kinabalu. We are delighted that you have enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to see you again in the future.

Warm regards,

Annette Grace
Front Office Manager
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

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Reviewed 12 January 2020

A good selection of buffet breakfast. Eggs cooked to your liking plus Asia selection. Ok room. The bathroom is good. Safe good. Good location, close to Gaya Street and you can walk to the waterfront. Also near some landmarks. Lots of shops nearby.

Date of stay: December 2019
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DreamtelKotaKinabalu, Front Office Manager at Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu, responded to this reviewResponded 30 January 2020

Dear Trippin' T,

Kopivosian from Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu!

Thank you for the lovely review of your recent stay with us. We look forward to welcoming you back to our hotel in the future.

Warm regards,

Annette Grace
Front Office Manager
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

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Reviewed 2 January 2020

Stayed here during Christmas and was pleasantly surprised by the guest appearance of Santa + Santarina + Olaf and a church choir caroling at the lobby :) Room is great, try to get a high floor with a view of the city. Good location just opposite Gaya Street weekend market area. Breakfast is not too bad.

Date of stay: December 2019
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DreamtelKotaKinabalu, Front Office Manager at Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu, responded to this reviewResponded 4 January 2020

Dear Wallflower69,

Kopivosian from Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu!

Thank you for making the time to review your recent stay with us. The team at Dreamtel is absolutely ecstatic with the 5 star review. We are happy that you have enjoyed Christmas with us. Should you choose to come and stay with us again, do let me know and I will personally look after your reservation.

Warm regards,

Annette Grace
Front Office Manager
Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

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