Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo Hotel - Kota Kinabalu

$$$$||View on mapKota Kinabalu, Malaysia120 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000|
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Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo Hotel - Kota Kinabalu
120 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Breakfast10.0
Free WiFi9.8
Location9.5
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.1
Who stays here
Solo59%
Couples20%
Families12%
Groups9%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Breakfast10.0
Free WiFi9.8
Location9.5
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.1
Who stays here
Solo59%
Couples20%
Families12%
Groups9%

3-star affordable luxury hostel-hotel in Kota Kinabalu's central business district

Affordable Luxury Concept

Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo offers an affordable luxury concept that combines hotel convenience with a hostel community. The property has a shared kitchen and lounge for guest interaction, plus keyless access and enhanced security features. A 24-hour front desk staff speaks Mandarin, English, and Malay to assist travelers.

Rooms and Accommodations

Private rooms come with kitchen facilities, air-conditioning, city views, a work desk, TV, and free toiletries. Dormitory beds provide privacy with curtains, individual reading lights, charging ports, and personal lockers with RFID locks. Toiletries are vegan and organic from Erutan, including shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.

Location and Nearby Attractions

The Rare Gem Of North Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu holds a location score of 9.6 and sits on Gaya Street, steps from the weekend night market. Guests can walk to Atkinson Clock Tower, KK Esplanade, and Suria Mall within minutes. Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and Jessleton Point are short rides away.

Services and Facilities

Daily housekeeping, laundry service, and room service are available, along with a shared lounge and TV area with Netflix subscription. The hotel has CCTV in common areas and outside, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers for safety. An elevator runs from the lobby level to upper floors, though guests must carry luggage up one flight of stairs to reach check-in.

Target Audience and Community Feel

Signel Poshtel suits budget travelers, solo explorers, and business professionals who want both privacy and social spaces. The shared kitchen and lounge encourage interaction, while key card access and lockers keep belongings secure. A non-smoking environment with dedicated relaxation areas rounds out the offering.

  • Location: Score of 9.6 in Kota Kinabalu's central business district
  • Rooms: Kitchen-equipped private rooms and dorm beds with RFID lockers
  • Concept: Affordable luxury blending hotel convenience with hostel community
  • Amenities: Shared kitchen, Netflix-equipped lounge, and Erutan vegan toiletries
  • Services: 24-hour multilingual front desk and on-site laundry
  • Security: Keyless access, CCTV, and electronic lockers
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Malay
Building
Number of rooms:75
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Rooms and availability

Classic Without Window Twin Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds1 Queen-size bed1 King-size bed
Standard Shared Bathroom Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed2 Single beds1 King-size bed
Classic Queen Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed2 Single beds1 Single bed
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking

Off-site car park

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Lift
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Shared kitchen

Services

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Signel Poshtel, The Rare Gem Of North Borneo Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 8 £
📏 Distance to centre 900 m
✈️ Distance to airport 8.2 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kota Kinabalu International, BKI

Location

120 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
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120 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
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120 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
  • City landmarks
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Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen
I Love KK
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Square
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Park
City Park
2.0 km
100 km north of Kota Kinabalu
Desa Dairy Farm
510 m
Mall
Wisma Merdeka
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5 kilometres away from the KK City Centre
Menara Tun Mustapha
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Sabah Tourism Board
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Jalan Padang Merdeka
Padang Merdeka
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Jalan Kota Kinabalu Lama 1
Pulau Mamutik
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Restaurant
5 Star Hainanese Chicken Rice & BBQ Pork
1.6 km
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Pasta Pasta
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Yuit Cheong
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Wen Chang Hainan Chicken Rice
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Wiya Nasi Ayam Dan Kedai Kopi
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Kedai Kopi Kinabalu
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Kim Fah Restaurant
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