Stanton Hotel

Stanton Hotel can be your option if you’re looking for an affordable hotel in Kota Kinabalu City Centre with a beautiful and rich London-like vibe. Vibe is not the only thing you can expect with their price, but also basic facilities and services that would suit guests who search for that. This hotel is perfect for people who want to be blessed by gorgeous design and architecture that they boast can spoil your eyes.

Instagrammable—according to one of the reviews by the guests. The hotel promises you to not only experience their excellent services, but also leave the hotel with some photos worthy to be shared online. An Instagrammable hotel isn't just a place to stay. It's an experience that elevates your vacation and makes your social media feed pop with envy-inducing snaps.

Few quick facts you should know about the story behind the architecture is it was a rebirth of a heritage building previously known as the AIA Insurance Building. They maintained the colonial heritage where the hotel reflects the Georgian era design, with such a distinct logo inspired by the North Borneo Chartered Company (1881) and combined with the motto of “Pergo et Perago” that means “I persevere and I achieve”.

Stanton Hotel Location

Stanton Hotel is located at Lorong Karamunsing C, Jalan Karamunsing No, 13, Kota Kinabalu City Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia. Kota Kinabalu City Centre or often referred to as KK City Centre, is a vibrant and dynamic area that serves as the heart of Sabah’s capital on the island of Borneo in Malaysia.

The hotel is also located between Kota Kinabalu International Airport and the city centre that only takes a 0.5 km drive to the nearest shopping area. To get to the hotel from the airport, it only takes 13 minutes or 7.6 km where it is possible to use hotel airport transfer service, e-hailing services and also airport taxi.

Interesting Destinations Near Stanton Hotel

1. Sabah State Museum (2.3 km)

Visit Sabah State Museum that only takes 5 minutes drive from Stanton Hotel and you’ll be able to see the rich history and culture of Sabah and Borneo. The admission fees are RM 2 for Malaysian guests and RM 15 for non-Malaysian guests. An exception for students in uniform, disabled guests, senior guests and taxi drivers because it’s free for them. The museum is open daily between 9 am and 5 pm.

In the museum, you can expect a treasure trove of artefacts and galleries showcasing Sabah’s ethnography, natural history, ceramics, archeology and more including witnessing the skeleton of Malaysia’s largest whale. 

The museum also has a heritage village you should not miss situated within the Ethnobotanical Garden where you can experience the traditional houses of a few ethnic groups of the state and enjoy the diverse types of plants that make up the gardens of the Sabah State Museum.

2. Tanjung Aru Beach (4.8 km)

With only a 10 minutes drive from Stanton Hotel, you get to enjoy kayaking and a beautiful sunset at Tanjung Aru Beach, an interesting destination you should not miss if you’re staying in this hotel.

When you visit Tanjung Aru Beach, don't miss out on kayaking, which starts at just RM 135.90. Paddle through the ocean and take in the stunning views of Kota Kinabalu Sabah Beach. If you're new to kayaking, don't worry—they'll give you a briefing session before you head out. Also, make sure to catch one of Malaysia's best sunset views here. For the perfect experience, visit between December and April, when the peak tourist season brings even more exciting activities to enjoy.

3. Taman Ujana Rimba Tropika (3.5 km)

Drive to the south that will take around 8 minutes from Stanton Hotel, you’ll arrive at Taman Ujana Rimba Tropika. This park is an interesting destination if you want to jog with a beautiful view and breathe the fresh morning air of Borneo near your accommodation. The park opens daily between 5 am and 10 pm and you have to pay an entrance ticket 20 sen. The running distance of this park is about 700 m.

You’re welcome to bring your children as the park has a playground for kids. If you’re hungry, there are some food stalls in the park to relieve your hunger after jogging. 

Stanton Hotel Star Rating

Stanton Hotel is a 1-star hotel that offers basic accommodations and services. There likely won't be any additional facilities such as a gym, pool, or business centre. Common areas might be limited to a small lobby or lounge. Many 1-star hotels are located in convenient areas, close to public transportation, local attractions, or city centres, providing easy access to necessary amenities and activities.

You might also be interested to book this hotel because it is rated 8.9 (impressive) that means most of the guests who have reviewed this hotel are satisfied with this accommodation.

Stanton Hotel Chain or Brand Affiliation

Stanton Hotel has other chains and they are Stanton City Hotel @ Harbour City and the upcoming Stanton Gaya Hotel. The three are located in Kota Kinabalu.

Stanton Hotel Room Information

Stanton Hotel offers a total of 37 rooms that come with several types of rooms. They are Superior Queen, Superior Twin, Standard Queen, Deluxe Queen, Standard Family, Superior Family.

1. Cheapest Room

The cheapest room is Superior Queen that you can book starting from RM 175.75 for two guests. The 19.0 m² room has basic amenities including hot water, refrigerator, ironing facility, minibar and more that will suit guests who only need basic facilities.

2. Most Favourite Room

The most favourite room is the Standard Family that you can book starting from RM 237.26 for three guests, plus 1 kid as long as they’re okay with using the existing bedding. The amenities are not much different from other rooms. What makes this room the most favourite is it has a balcony or terrace that will make your experience perfect because you can stay in this hotel with a view.

Languages Used at Stanton Hotel

English, Malay, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin) are the languages used at Stanton Hotel. If you have any questions or need help, you can ask the staff with any of those languages. And if you’re not fluent in any of these languages, no worry. The staff is always ready to help you with anything.

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