The Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels - Kota Kinabalu

$$$$||View on mapKota Kinabalu, MalaysiaLot 2-5, Block A Sutera Avenue,Sembulan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88100|
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The Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels - Kota Kinabalu
Lot 2-5, Block A Sutera Avenue,Sembulan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88100·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Staff9.2
Facilities8.9
Location8.7
Who stays here
Couples34%
Families28%
Groups18%
Solo12%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Cleanliness9.2
Comfort9.2
Staff9.2
Facilities8.9
Location8.7
Who stays here
Couples34%
Families28%
Groups18%
Solo12%

Award-winning design hotel 2 km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport

Design & Sustainability

The Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels Kota Kinabalu has received the Best Luxury Design Hotel and Best Architecture Design Hotel awards. The hotel's design concept centers around Sabah's natural beauty, with interiors inspired by the region's tropical rainforests. The Luma supports local artisans and follows sustainable hospitality practices, from glass water bottles to water dispensers on every floor.

Accommodations

The hotel offers 115 individually furnished rooms, including family rooms with separate toilet, shower, and bathtub. Room types such as the Emerald Original Double and Eden Junior Suite feature thoughtful amenities like a Crack Inc coffee machine and double sinks. Each room includes free WiFi, air-conditioning, and flat-screen TVs.

Dining

Three onsite restaurants-Jojo, Flow Coffee, and another-offer brunch, lunch, and dinner with Chinese, Japanese, and Asian cuisines. The hotel's culinary experiences highlight locally-sourced ingredients and support Sabah's food culture. Daily continental and buffet breakfast options are available for guests.

Location & Accessibility

The Luma Hotel is situated 2 km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, approximately 15-20 minutes by car. Nearby attractions include the Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Oceanus Waterfront Mall, and Tanjung Aru Beach. The hotel is opposite Imago Shopping Mall, with 24-hour convenience stores and eateries in the same building.

Facilities & Services

The hotel provides a fitness center with comprehensive equipment and a 24-hour front desk with concierge services. Express check-in/check-out, luggage storage, and daily housekeeping are available for guest convenience. Business travelers can use meeting/banquet facilities and fax/photocopying services.

  • Location: 2 km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport
  • Design: Awarded Best Luxury Design Hotel and Best Architecture Design Hotel
  • Rooms: 115 individually furnished rooms, including family rooms
  • Dining: Three onsite restaurants with locally-sourced ingredients
  • Sustainability: Support for local artisans, water dispensers on every floor
  • Facilities: Fitness center, 24-hour concierge, meeting/banquet facilities
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
A full breakfast is served at the price of MYR 38.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Malay
Building
Number of floors:10
Number of rooms:115
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Rooms and availability

Family Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds2 Queen Size Beds
Deluxe Junior Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 King Size Beds
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

On-site car park

Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Restaurant

Coffee shop

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services

Dining

  • Restaurant

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Room view

  • City view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
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Essential information about The Luma Hotel, A Member Of Design Hotels

💵 Lowest room price 61 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.9 km
✈️ Distance to airport 5.8 km
🧳 Nearest airport Kota Kinabalu International, BKI

Location

Lot 2-5, Block A Sutera Avenue,Sembulan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88100
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Lot 2-5, Block A Sutera Avenue,Sembulan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88100
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Lot 2-5, Block A Sutera Avenue,Sembulan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88100
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