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200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, The Shore CBD Kota Kinabalu By LAXZONE SUITE is a recently renovated property situated in Kota Kinabalu and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment offers parking on-site, an infinity pool and a lift.

I rebooked this room. It had everything you needed for a short stay in Kota Kinabalu.

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9
Wonderful
129 reviews
Price from
$67
per night

SabahSuite@Jesselton Quay is located in Kota Kinabalu and has a private pool and mountain views. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground.

very clean and the room conditions are well controlled. It is a really perfect!!

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9.1
Wonderful
108 reviews
Price from
$37
per night

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 700 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Gee homestay features accommodation with a sauna, a fitness room and a steam room. This apartment offers accommodation with a balcony. The apartment provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 3.4 km from the apartment, while North Borneo Railway is 4.9 km away. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 4 km from Gee homestay.

Loved our stay, fantastic host and great communicator. Spacious, clean apartment with lovely big, clean pool available at accommodation and use of gym. Great location close to waterfront and shopping. Spent four nights as a family with teenager. Thank you

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9
Wonderful
102 reviews
Price from
$51
per night

Set in Kota Kinabalu and only 1.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah, MLH Designer Suites @ Jesselton Quay CityPads offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a terrace and a swimming pool. The accommodation features a lift, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

We have a pleasant stay.. definitely will come back soon.. WiFi is so incredibly fast..

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9
Wonderful
364 reviews
Price from
$42
per night

Set in Kota Kinabalu and only 1.7 km from Tanjung Aru Beach, Aru Suites HOMESTAY WIFI, Carpark,24h Check in, Water Filter by R2 Residence offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This apartment provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a year-round outdoor pool.

Great hospitality 👍.the host mr Jonathan is very responsive to the message.all I want to say keep up the good work to maintain your good services to the guest.. The unit is very completed..all the utilities function well,easy checkin and checkout,the swimming pool is huge and all the facilities is easy to access.best trip ever.

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9
Wonderful
129 reviews
Price from
$46
per night

The units at the villa complex come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, slippers and a hair dryer. All units feature private entrance. At the villa complex, the units come with bed linen and towels.

Marvelous place with beautiful scenery of the beach villas.

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9.4
Wonderful
130 reviews
Price from
$169
per night

North Borneo Railway is 2 km from the accommodation, while Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 3.1 km away. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, a few steps from QUEENSLAND SUITES at Aru Suites, Kota Kinabalu.

Pristine clean rooms. Big lovely apartment with a free water dispenser. Exceeded expecations. Blown away by the sunset view from the top floor. Note the airplane sound is indeed very loud but we didnt hear it after falling asleep.

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9.6
Exceptional
137 reviews
Price from
$92
per night

Providing free WiFi, parking on-site and a fitness centre, the recently renovated property of Lavender Homes @ Jesselton Quay Kota Kinabalu, offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu, 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 4.1 km from Likas City Mosque. The property features sea and mountain views, and is 4.3 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. The apartment has family rooms.

Super comfy, clean and spacious.

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9
Wonderful
129 reviews

1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos @ Jesselton Quay is a recently renovated property set in Kota Kinabalu and offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. The property features mountain and pool views, and is 4.1 km from Likas City Mosque. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace.

Very nice apartment, clean and well furnished. Location is excellent as it is very close to shopping malls and shops

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9.5
Exceptional
745 reviews
Price from
$37
per night

Boasting an infinity pool, Nana Homestay - Jesselton quay features accommodation in Kota Kinabalu with free WiFi and sea views. The air-conditioned accommodation is 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah. The apartment has family rooms.

Homestay yang sangat selesa. Bed ckup utk 6 pax family. Got extra sofa bed dekat living room. Host sgt peramah, guide from check in until check out.

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9.1
Wonderful
132 reviews
Price from
$38
per night

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  • KK Jungle Hideaway Lovely Apartment 5 mins walk to town
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 22 reviews

    Just a 16-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 400 yards from Signal Hill Observatory, KK Jungle Hideaway Lovely Apartment 5 mins walk to town features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu with a...

    the apartment was lovely, cozy and really felt like home

  • Borneo Beach Villas
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,214 reviews

    Consisting of of Spa Suites and Pool Villas, Borneo Beach Villas is a beach front property set along a 4.3 mi pristine white sandy beach, nestled on lush landscaped surrounds on the Karambunai...

    Spacious bungalow. Mine was directly at the beach.

  • Rumahku 2
    Breakfast options
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2 reviews

    Rumahku 2 offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 8.8 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and 5.6 miles from Likas City Mosque. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking.

  • Rumahku
    Breakfast options
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 74 reviews

    Rumahku is located in Kota Kinabalu, just 8.9 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and 5.7 miles from Likas City Mosque. This property offers a private pool, free Wifi, and free private parking.

    everything 🤯 clean⭐️ strategic location⭐️ cheap⭐️ owner is very nice⭐️

  • Hin Loi Guesthouse
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 80 reviews

    Located in Tanjung Aru, Hin Loi Guest house offers simple yet comfortable accommodations with free WiFi access throughout the property.

    Excellent location and spacious room, comfortable stay

  • Gee homestay
    Breakfast options
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 102 reviews

    A 8-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah in Kota Kinabalu, Gee homestay offers accommodations with access to a sauna, fitness room, and steam room.

    Its clean. Feel like at home. Cosy and comfortable.

  • Aru Suites HOMESTAY WIFI,Carpark,24h Check in,Water Filter by R2 Residence
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 129 reviews

    Aru Suites HOMESTAY WIFI, Carpark,24h Check in, Water Filter by R2 Residence offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 1.1 miles from Tanjung Aru Beach and 2.8 miles from Filipino Market Sabah.

    The apartment Cleanliness Great view from the roof

  • LW Suite at JQ Seaview 2BR High Floor & Wi-Fi
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 14 reviews

    LW Suite at JQ Seaview 2BR High Floor & Wi-Fi is located in Kota Kinabalu, just 2.7 miles from Likas City Mosque and 2.8 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

These vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu have options with FREE cancellation

  • The Shore CBD Kota Kinabalu By LAXZONE SUITE
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 129 reviews

    The Shore CBD Kota Kinabalu By LAXZONE SUITE is a recently renovated apartment in Kota Kinabalu near Filipino Market Sabah.

    Supermarket and Jaya street is very near from the location

  • SabahSuite@Jesselton Quay
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 108 reviews

    SabahSuite@Jesselton Quay provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu near Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory.

    - The great location and the great host (thanks Jessica)

  • MLH Designer Suites @ Jesselton Quay CityPads
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 364 reviews

    MLH Designer Suites @ Jesselton Quay CityPads is a recently renovated apartment in Kota Kinabalu near Filipino Market Sabah.

    Very satisfied with our stay. House is very complete

  • Bonheur at Karambunai
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 130 reviews

    Bonheur at Karambunai in Kota Kinabalu provides accommodations with a garden and barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi.

    Lovely pool and the beach was literally 10 metres away

  • Lavender Homes @ Jesselton Quay Kota Kinabalu
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 129 reviews

    Providing free Wifi, parking on-site, and a fitness center, the recently renovated property Lavender Homes @ Jesselton Quay Kota Kinabalu offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu, one mile from Filipino Market...

    The place was very clean and tidy. Very comfortable.

  • Nana Homestay - Jesselton quay
    Free cancellation options available
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 132 reviews

    Nana Homestay - Jesselton quay enjoys a location in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 miles from Likas City Mosque and 2.6 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    safe and quiet, walking distance to town, seafood centre.

  • Hush Inn at ITCC Manhattan Suites
    Free cancellation options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 198 reviews

    Featuring city views, Hush Inn at ITCC Manhattan Suites in Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations, a fitness center, and a bar.

    Clean, good location. Easy procedure to check in/out.

  • AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 371 reviews

    AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City enjoys a location in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.4 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    Overall comfy, clean and good ambience and friendly staff☺️

Highly-rated vacation rentals in Kota Kinabalu

  • QUEENSLAND SUITES at Aru Suites, Kota Kinabalu
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 137 reviews

    Just 1.1 miles from Tanjung Aru Beach and 1.2 miles from North Borneo Railway, QUEENSLAND SUITES at Aru Suites, Kota Kinabalu features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, with a fitness center.

    Everything and the host Miss Wong was very helpful

  • Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos @ Jesselton Quay
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 745 reviews

    Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos @ Jesselton Quay is a recently renovated apartment in Kota Kinabalu near Kota Kinabalu Harbor.

    the view is superb, staff is very friendly and helpful

  • Aeropod Sovo Studio - Laxzone Suite
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 211 reviews

    Aeropod Sovo Studio - Laxzone Suite features air-conditioned accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Featuring sea and mountain views, this apartment also comes with free Wifi.

    Kawasan yg hampir utk ke Airport dan ke pusat bandar

  • AruSuites Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu - Laxzone Suite
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 369 reviews

    Offering a rooftop pool and a fitness center, AruSuites Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu - Laxzone Suite in Kota Kinabalu is close to Tanjung Aru Beach and North Borneo Railway.

    I like all about the property. Everything was perfect

  • Aeropod Studio - Laxzone
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 658 reviews

    A good location for a stress-free stay in Kota Kinabalu, Aeropod Studio - Laxzone is an apartment surrounded by views of the inner courtyard.

    Property was so cozy, clean and very worth to stay.

  • Botiza Suites at Jesselton Quay
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 18 reviews

    Just a 13-minute walk from Kota Kinabalu Harbor and 0.7 miles from KK Esplanade, Botiza Suites at Jesselton Quay features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu with a garden.

    The owner supplied almost everything we needed for cooking. Extra pillows.

  • Cityview 12, The Shore Kota Kinabalu
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 11 reviews

    Cityview 12, The Shore Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.4 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    Overall it is really comfortable. Near most shopping malls and restaurants. Will surely book here again.

  • THE SHORE KOTA KINABALU - SABAKUBA HOMESTAY B13-13A
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    THE SHORE KOTA KINABALU - SABAKUBA HOMESTAY B13-13A offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.5 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    Kawasan yg strategic di tengah bandar Kota Kinabalu

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Vacation Rentals That Guests Love in Kota Kinabalu

  • Avg. price/night: $68.46
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 472 reviews
    The villa is quite good and I hope they provide table clothes so that we can clean n also the facilities at the villa there is quite old. The small pool I think they put a lot of chlorine.
    Lim
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $84.17
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,214 reviews
    The service was pleasant and the villa was nice, beautiful and the private pool was clean.
    Suzie
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $248.61
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 247 reviews
    Amazing view from hillside villas, and nice private beach. Breakfast is pretty good with different nice alternatives.
    Polat
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $248.61
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 247 reviews
    The villa was lovely, looking out across to the beach. Staff were very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was excellent. Walking in to the sea at 7am and being able to snorkel with no one else around was amazing, seeing loads of fish and coral. Private beach was just that and the staff would bring us drinks and snacks. The Island was busy from 9am until 4pm, but after that we had the place almost to ourselves. We will return.
    Blyth
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: $46.89
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 309 reviews
    Bathroom. After coming back to a village, so I really relaxed with enough hot water.
    Nobuhiko
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $248.61
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 247 reviews
    Loungers on private beach. Lovely villa. Great staff.
    Zoe
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $84.17
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,214 reviews
    The place, beach and the villa are so nice. the breakfast buffet was very delicious and the variety of the foods
    Andrew Rolland
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $228.18
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 130 reviews
    The Villa is well design and luxurious. Close to the beach
    Kam
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $84.17
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,214 reviews
    Its a cozy villa with a small pool. It great for family getaways to have 2 to 3 rooms with a living room, kitchen and dining area. We could prepare a simple breakfast before heading out. Beach is clean and rather empty.. no ones were there except us. My kids had fun at the pool and the beach.
    Shaw Yee
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $84.17
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,214 reviews
    The villa with the private pool was beautiful and perfect for our two young children. The rooms were of good size and the facilities in the room were good too, jacuzzi bath, shower, air conditioning etc. The staff were (mostly) also excellent. Very welcoming and friendly. There were daily check ins via WhatsApp, which was a nice touch, and a portable WiFi device was provided on arrival, which worked very well.
    James
    Family with young children

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