Overview
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre sits close enough to Jesselton Point that the ferry terminal is genuinely a 200-metre walk — a real edge if island day trips are on your itinerary.
Rooms
226-310 rooms depending on source; standard rooms and 2-bedroom suites with kitchen/kitchenette options, minibar, and in-room water filters (no single-use plastic bottles).
Does Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre have a pool?
Yes — rooftop outdoor pool (some listings also note an indoor pool).
Dining
Maupassant (daily buffet), Fratini's Pasta & Pizza (Italian), Compass (bar), and Phileas Cafe (light bites). This is a dry hotel — no alcohol is served on the premises.
What guests consistently say
Guests bring up the rooftop pool and sunset views most often, along with an environmental detail that stands out in reviews: in-room water filters instead of disposable bottled water, which several travellers explicitly appreciated. This being a dry hotel with no on-site bar is worth knowing going in — some guests are surprised by it. A repeated complaint concerns the bathroom layout, which is described as open-concept with limited privacy for guests sharing a room with a non-partner.
Who this hotel suits
Good fit if the ferry terminal proximity matters for your itinerary and you don't need an on-site bar.
Skip if privacy in a shared room matters to you — the open bathroom layout is a real, repeated complaint — or if you want a drink without leaving the hotel.
Amenities checklist
- Rooftop pool
- Gym
- Dry hotel — no alcohol served
- Parking not guaranteed on-site
- Free Wi-Fi (standard across all properties)
Adjacent to Jesselton Point ferry terminal (200m). No dedicated on-site car park is confirmed for this property.
Location & getting around
| Landmark | Distance / time |
|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) | 10 km · 15-19 min |
| Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal | 200 m |
Frequently asked
How far is Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre from Kota Kinabalu Airport?
About 10 km · 15-19 min by car, depending on traffic.
Does Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre have a pool?
Yes — rooftop outdoor pool (some listings also note an indoor pool).
What dining options are at Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre?
Maupassant (daily buffet), Fratini's Pasta & Pizza (Italian), Compass (bar), and Phileas Cafe (light bites). This is a dry hotel — no alcohol is served on the premises.
Can I buy alcohol at Mercure Kota Kinabalu?
No — this is a dry hotel and does not serve alcohol on the premises.
Is Mercure Kota Kinabalu close to the ferry terminal?
Yes, Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal is about 200 metres away, making it convenient for island day trips.