THE MAGELLAN SUTERA RESORT, Kota Kinabalu – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
The Magellan Sutera Resort offers Deluxe Garden View rooms with modern furnishings, private bathrooms (shower and tub), satellite TV, coffee/tea facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Certain rooms include a seating area, garden or sea views, and access to the Pacific Club Lounge with breakfast, all-day coffee/tea, and evening cocktails. Suites feature separate living and dining areas, flat-screen TVs, and executive lounge access with perks like fruit platters, daily breakfast, and evening hors d'oeuvres.
Dining & Drinks
Ferdinands serves award-winning Italian cuisine, including wood-fired pizzas and seafood dishes, paired with an extensive cocktail menu. The Pacific Club Lounge offers ocean-view breakfast, all-day coffee/tea, and evening cocktails. Al Fresco, an open-air lounge by the pool, is ideal for daytime coffee or sunset drinks. An All-Inclusive New Year's Eve Party with open bar and food is available.
Activities & Facilities
The resort includes a marina, outdoor pool, children's pool, and fitness center. Water sports, bowling at Striker's Bowl (two complimentary games for families), and billiards are available. The Mandara Spa offers treatments across multiple outlets. The Sutera Harbour Golf Club, set along the South China Sea, is nearby.
Location & Transport
The resort overlooks the South China Sea, 3.5 km from North Borneo Railway and 10 km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Nearby landmarks include Tanjung Aru Beach (2.5 km), Signal Hill Observatory (3 km), and the State Mosque (1.5 km). The 24-hour reception assists with tour arrangements.
Services & Extras
Guests enjoy 24-hour room service, express check-in/out at the Club Lounge, and daily newspaper delivery. The Pacific Club provides personalized service, Wi-Fi, and a two-piece pressing service. Babysitting is available, and the resort's games and activities keep children occupied.
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Locker room
- Private beach
- Lift
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Snorkelling
- Tennis court
- Badminton
- Bowling
- Golf course
- Billiard tables
- Table tennis
- Squash
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Shops/Commercial services
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Water slides
- Children's play area
- Toys
- Kids club
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Karaoke
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- BBQ facilities
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Facial
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
- Pool with view
- Make up services
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
The hotel had a wonderful and welcoming ambiance. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and well-appointed, but lacked thorough dusting and daily vacuuming. The service was mostly friendly and helpful, though some bar staff could improve. The location was beautiful, but a bit secluded. The dining experience offered delicious and varied options in a different area of the hotel. Overall, a great stay with some room for improvement.
The hotel has a nice location near the beach with beautiful views of the sea front. The rooms are comfortable but on the smaller side. The staff are friendly and accommodating, even offering a free room upgrade. The dining experience is good with quality Malaysian cuisine. The property is spacious with great walking paths and sunset views.
The hotel had rooms that seemed a little worn out but overall okay. The service was a mix of friendly and slightly unhelpful, and the location was convenient with accessible attractions. The dining options varied from excellent to just okay. The facilities were decent with some room for improvement.
The hotel offers nice views near the beach, but some room maintenance issues like falling shower heads and missing light bulbs. The service can be a bit cumbersome with payment arrangements required upfront. The location is convenient with beautiful surroundings, but swimming in the sea is not possible. The dining experience is satisfactory with varied menus, but limited options for small kids.
The hotel's location is great, near the airport and a shopping center, providing quick access to various spots. The rooms, unfortunately, were in need of renovation and weren't well-maintained. The service was lacking, with untrained staff members. The dining options were varied and enjoyable. The price seemed a bit high for the overall experience.
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