Overview
Tune Hotel 1Borneo is built into East Malaysia's largest lifestyle mall, which is the entire reason to book it — the trade-off is being the furthest property on this list from both the airport and the CBD.
Rooms
165-171 air-conditioned rooms with rainfall shower, laptop-compatible safe, and blackout curtains — Tune's no-frills budget-brand format.
Does Tune Hotel 1Borneo have a pool?
No, this property does not have a pool.
Dining
MAKAN (breakfast/lunch/dinner, Asian cuisine) plus a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast available for a fee, not included by default.
What guests consistently say
Guests consistently praise cleanliness and staff friendliness, and the mall-adjacent location is the standout convenience for shopping and dining without leaving the building. On the downside, noise from air-conditioning units and highway proximity comes up in multiple reviews, and rooms are described as compact — consistent with the budget-brand format and pricing.
Who this hotel suits
Good fit if 1Borneo Hypermall itself is your reason for being in that part of the city, or if you want the cheapest reasonable option and don't mind the distance from downtown.
Skip if you want easy access to Gaya Street, the waterfront, or the airport — this is the furthest property from all three on this list, and light sleepers should be aware of noise reports.
Amenities checklist
- No pool
- Parking not guaranteed free
- In-house restaurant (MAKAN)
- Breakfast not included by default
- Free Wi-Fi (standard across all properties)
Parking is available on-site; availability and cost are not guaranteed, so budget for the possibility of a paid or limited spot. Furthest property on this list from both the airport and the CBD.
Location & getting around
| Landmark | Distance / time |
|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) | ~20 km · 20-27 min |
| 1Borneo Hypermall | Inside the mall |
Frequently asked
How far is Tune Hotel 1Borneo from Kota Kinabalu Airport?
About ~20 km · 20-27 min by car, depending on traffic.
Does Tune Hotel 1Borneo have a pool?
No, this property does not have a pool.
What dining options are at Tune Hotel 1Borneo?
MAKAN (breakfast/lunch/dinner, Asian cuisine) plus a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast available for a fee, not included by default.
Is Tune Hotel 1Borneo close to the CBD?
No, it's the furthest property on this list from downtown Kota Kinabalu — about 20-27 minutes from the airport and a similar drive from Gaya Street.
Is breakfast included at Tune Hotel 1Borneo?
No, buffet breakfast is available for a fee but not included by default in the room rate.