Hotels With Bar in Sabah, Malaysia

I had an excellent stay at Ming Garden Hotel & Residences for my recent business trip. The hotel hits the mark on all fronts—the location is strategic for getting around, and the service was incredibly efficient and welcoming. My room was spotless and very comfortable for working. Highly recommended for business travellers looking for a hassle-free experience.

Great value for money option. The hotel was very kind in acceding to my request for a good room allocation. The housekeepers and nice and take pride in their jobs. Everything about this hotel deserves a solid 4 stars at the time of writing. It’s actually a great hard product due to their recent refurbishment. I would say 70% of the room seems to have undergone refurbishment except for the bathrooms. But the whole room was spotlessly clean anyway. Air conditioning was very fresh and cold. No odors whatsoever. Service was lacking. The receptionist was visibly overwhelmed with work. Just Don’t open the room directory and expect them to provide the services in there in the biggest nonsense page I’ve ever seen in a hotel. You’ll be fine. I would say that i quite enjoyed my stay here despite coming in with little expectations.

There's a gym on the rooftop and a swimming pool downstairs. The view is truly beautiful, with planes flying by and boats crisscrossing the sea below. However, it seems like Malaysians all swim in their clothes, unlike typical swimming pools where swimsuits and caps are required. The room was very clean and smelled nice, making it very comfortable. The housekeeping staff were also very helpful, allowing us to leave our luggage in the room so we wouldn't have to carry it around.

The room was quite spacious and the environment was pleasant; it wasn't noisy at night either. Although the hotel front desk didn't offer full Chinese service, the staff knew a few Chinese phrases, so communication wasn't an issue. There's a convenience store and restaurants nearby, plus a BaWangChaJi. Across the street diagonally, there's also a large shopping mall with Chinese drink brands and Haidilao. Overall, I think the location is pretty good.

Parking space is a bit limited. Overall, everything else was great! The TV was excellent with plenty of channels. We were assigned a room on the 11th floor, and the view was amazing! Breakfast offered a wide variety of choices (from 6:30 am to 10 am). They provided a complete set of toiletries—toothbrush, toothpaste, comb, soap, and shampoo—so you don't have to worry about buying any if you're only staying one night. Gym access is free, but the spa costs extra. Oh, and their garlic buns were really delicious! If you have a bit more budget, this place is highly recommended. It's also right next to Eastern Plaza, where you can shop, do karaoke, and catch a movie. Plus, there's a 24-hour convenience store in the lobby.

The Hotel is located at the area with many seafood restaurants and it is also convenient to access to different shops. On the first day, we were given a room without views that made us very unhappy. Then they agreed to change it to better views. The sensor of the light control was out of order on the third day, but they could fix it on the same day. The staff of the Hotel would send messages to connect with us. It was very helpful Hotel. Their breakfast was really fantastic, we highly recommended it.

Had a good 2 days stay in this place.Worth the price and it’s recommended for those finding stay around Kota Kinabalu ❤️

Our small family decided to have a staycation in few hotel/resort and by far Sutera has won our heart. This place is amazing and i suggest anybody who wants to experience this place to stay more than 1Night. The room is still in its Vintage style , tv only has those old channel , there's one bathtub in the room which we loved specially my son,for the breakfast i do believe they can add more choices as they are more korean dishes focused, it'll be nice to have local kuih (hinompuka/pais pisang) other than kuih pisang only.. But other than that, you actually get free 1hour of bike rental on ur stay which we only know when we ask around, it was located right in front of the kids pool , other than that they do have a small train going around from Magellan to Pacific sutera and its FOC!!! I loved the staff energy the entire time, he asked our son to be in his seat as a driver and even let my son press few button and act like he's driving the train!! god bless your fun soul sir!! keep up the good work!! we will definitely be back again soon🥰❣️

The hotel delivered an outstanding stay experience. The décor was thoughtfully designed, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the property. Cleanliness was exceptional, with every area—from the lobby to the guest rooms—well maintained and spotless. The hospitality team demonstrated professionalism, attentiveness, and genuine care, making the stay truly memorable. Highly recommended for anyone seeking comfort and top-tier service.

We stayed at Hatten Hotel in Malacca and found it super convenient—right in the middle of everything, from shopping malls to historical spots. Our room was spacious and comfy, with great views over the harbour . The food in the restaurant was surprisingly good, and the rooftop bar was a real highlight—fabulous city views at sunset to end the day and great views at night. We found the staff and service very responsive. Great spot for a short city break and good value for money.