Stayed at the Hyatt for 4 nights at the end of July and would definitely stay there again.

I booked two seaview rooms, with balconies, via their website a couple of months before our trip to Borneo. Upon our arrival we were shown to our newly renovated rooms on the 11th floor, which were absolutely beautiful, but no balcony. Being an outdoor person who lives in a rural area, the idea of staying in a room with no fresh for 5 days really wasn't the preferred option. After discussions with the porter and reception we we advised there was one room available immediately and the second would be available within a few hours, they were on the 3rd floor.. We were invited to view the room before making a final decision. The rooms had not been renovated, but the room was perfectly presentable, clean, there was no mould on the walls or dirty marks on the carpets and the balcony was great! The staff at reception handle our problem with true professionalism.

On the first night there was quite a bit of noise, I suspect there was a function downstairs, but it didn't keep me awake for long. The bed was one of the most comfortable beds I've slept in at a hotel, just devine.

We didn't eat at the hotel as breakfast was not included, and the cost per person was ridiculous. We ate a various places, across the road (sorry can't remember the name), and down on the waterfront (10 minute leisurely walk) where there are several restaurants. Lots of variety, good food and reasonable prices.

I liked the location of the Hyatt, great shopping next door in Merdeka Plaza, mini mart around the corner, just down from the laundry,a selection of bar/restaurants across the road, 10 minute walk to the waterfront bars/restaurants, if you don't stop at one of the several shopping centre's on the way, Jesselton wharf is also a 10 minute leisurely walk.

The beautiful pool at the Hyatt is also something that sets in apart from other hotels in the vicinity.

I would love to visit KK again and the Hyatt would be my first choice for accommodation

During our honeymoon in Sabah, my wife and I had two nights in this marvelous hotel between two nature/adventure tours. All staff members were extremely friendly and willing to assist.
The front desk team offered us a room upgrade, so we ended up in a beautifully furnished Club room with a terrific view on Pulau Gaya. Breakfast and the meals in general were delicious and room and other services worked in a perfect manner and the staff members did their job with a friendly smile on their face.
For any future stay in Kota Kinabalu, I would definitely book this hotel!

Good hotel to stay in Kota Kinabalu. Renovation was completed to several floor when i came.
Local night market is just walking distance to hang out.
To get the freshest seafood is not a problem and you will not get lost. But believe me it's wasn't cheap.
The Olympus if i get the right name is famous to its PLU.
Pub and bar just across the street.

On a recent reviewing trip to KK we stayed at Both Shangri-la properties, the Le Meridien and the Hyatt whilst in KK. Whilst the Shangri-la properties are in a category of their own, if you want the best value hotel in a great location in downtown KK you cannot go past the Hyatt. The refurbished rooms are very comfortable and the staff is very attentive (far better than the le Merid). We stayed in a new refurb room and whilst I am not a big fan of their new style of room, it was very enjoyable. The room layout will appeal to any astute traveller and they are very warm and spacious.
the restaurant is located beautifully within the atrium of the hotel and the breakfast buffet far surpasses the le Meridien.
If you're staying in downtown KK, make sure its in the Hyatt.