Hotel Kensington — Hotel in Borneo

We came to visit Sandakan City for meeting up some family members over the weekend. Our booking was entirely done through internet search engine. I must say, the hotel location is a bit off the main thoroughfare Jalan Labuk. The hotel entrance is actually at the back row of the shophouse at Bandar Maju. It is approximately 1.7 miles from City commercial centre. We didn't have a chance to try out their hotel breakfast because our hotel offer was without breakfast. But I believe we didn't miss much, as our friends took us out for eateries in the City.||The room was pretty small but adequate for 2, if your idea is to sleep. Not much of a view from our room, as it was on the first floor and there is a pedestrian corridor alongside the window. So we had to draw the curtain throughout our stay. We were told rooms on the upper floors were not available.||An electrical kettle is provided, but no refreshment like tea bags or ready-mix coffee are ever given. Only a bottle of distilled water. For the seasoned travellers, please note : No bath robe, no hair dryer, no fridge, no comb, no tooth brush, nor tooth paste. A smallish old fashion television which could received 3 channels for your entertainment. Staff are noticeably friendly. The bed is comfy. Bathroom is considered well maintained. Overall, the hotel is...

One of the best budget hotel i’ve ever stayed. The room was nice, i don’t know for others but you get what you paid for right. Location is quite strategic since it’s in the middle between the bus station,hospital(just in case), and the city centre.Quiet area so no worry of the noise and there’s one 24 hours malay restaurant opened nearby so hungry at night?No problem, just don’t complain the taste🤣. Staff is really friendly and helpful. Saw one cat fell into the ditch and the guy staff on that shift really helped out to retrieve the cat,oh cannot forget the lady boss also, she’s really kind and loving lady. will stay again if...

This is a very simple and lovely hotel located in the town Sandakan had stayed there numerous times . The rooms are clean and quiet. There are several eateries around the hotel which makes it easier for food. There is no breakfast provided in this hotel but the but the rates are quite cheap and reasonable . Family rooms are available for people travelling with children . There is no lifts for the upper floor need to use the stairs. The parking is ample as well as safe in front of the hotel. Sleeping environment is good as it has a quite surrounding. Worth a stay for those looking for a cozy and...