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Mizu Homestay at KK Times Square by R2

Kota Kinabalu

Mizu Homestay at KK Times Square by R2 provides air-conditioned rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

C
Clairee
From
Malaysia
The room is clean. Excellent value for money. The location of homestay is really convenient to Imago Mall. No worries about what to eat. There are many kinds of restaurants to choose from. If you have the right room, you can see a beautiful sunrise sky as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews
Price from
$36.21
1 night, 2 adults

JESSELTON QUAY SEA VIEW

Kota Kinabalu

JESSELTON QUAY SEA VIEW is located in Kota Kinabalu, just 2.6 miles from Likas City Mosque and 2.7 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

A
ALIZZA
From
Malaysia
The service was tip top. Very helpful easy to communicate with them. Very satisfied with the room,parking was easy to access. Very recommended to stay with family.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
$49.70
1 night, 2 adults

Ming Garden, LoveLace Suite

Kota Kinabalu

Just one mile from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and one mile from Sabah State Mosque, Ming Garden, LoveLace Suite features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu with an indoor pool.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews
Price from
$37.87
1 night, 2 adults

Bay Suites l Cozy Studio l 5 Min to KK City

Kota Kinabalu

2.9 miles from Filipino Market Sabah in Kota Kinabalu, Bay Suites l Cozy Studio l 5 Min to KK City provides accommodations with access to a sauna, fitness room, and indoor pool.

A
Alex
From
Malaysia
Very clean and comfortable unit. Suitable for small family. Great host too. Highly recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
Price from
$33.74
1 night, 2 adults

HS HOMESTAY The Shore near SAFMA - Pasar Besar

Kota Kinabalu

Offering an indoor pool and a garden, HS HOMESTAY The Shore near SAFMA - Pasar Besar in Kota Kinabalu is close to Filipino Market Sabah and KK Esplanade.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews
Price from
$47.93
1 night, 2 adults

Faina Homestay SCSP Ming Garden Resident Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Faina Homestay SCSP Ming Garden Resident Kota Kinabalu enjoys a location in Kota Kinabalu, 1.4 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and a 19-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
$26.63
1 night, 2 adults

Leisure homestay@Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Leisure homestay@Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.5 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

J
Jonathan
From
United States
Great service and clean and everything is even new. Beds were quite comfortable and everything worked as it should (not that common somehow). The owner is great and very helpful and friendly as well! Need to get a taxi to most places or rent a car but grab or other taxis are easy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 37 reviews
Price from
$33.14
1 night, 2 adults

Grapevine Garden

Kota Kinabalu

Grapevine Garden provides air-conditioned rooms in Kota Kinabalu. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the homestay free of charge.

e
elena
From
Italy
Very clean and convenient (close to the airport). The structure is shining new! The neighborhood is very nice and quiet
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews
Price from
$18.11
1 night, 2 adults

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Kota Kinabalu

3.5 miles from Filipino Market Sabah in Kota Kinabalu, Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO provides accommodations with access to wellness packages and fitness room.

T
Taras
From
Canada
Clean, spacious and comfortable. Felt upscale for a reasonable cost.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 932 reviews
Price from
$40.37
1 night, 2 adults

Lazy Cat Home At Gaya Street

Kota Kinabalu

Lazy Cat Home At Gaya Street offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 1.8 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.2 miles from Likas City Mosque.

P
PIYA
From
Thailand
Location Owner easy to check in and check out
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
$48.21
1 night, 2 adults
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Travelers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. These simple accommodations are in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews

    Just 1.1 miles from North Borneo Railway and 1.1 miles from Sabah State Mosque, Hin Loi Guesthouse features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, with a shared lounge.

  • FAHomestay

    Kota Kinabalu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 400 yards from KK Esplanade, FAHomestay features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu with a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 53 reviews

    A 2-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah in Kota Kinabalu, The Shore Kota Kinabalu City View provides accommodations with access to a hot tub.

  • FP Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.4 miles from North Borneo Railway.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony. Towels and bed linen are offered in the homestay. The property offers city views.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Offering a garden and a bar, Ming Garden Residence in Kota Kinabalu is close to KK Esplanade and Atkinson Clock Tower.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    The Nala suite ming garden kota kinabalu offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 1.4 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and a 19-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Faina Homestay SCSP Ming Resident is located in Kota Kinabalu, just 1.4 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and a 19-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

Great access to the city center. Check these homestays in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.9
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Hotel O Green Leaf Guest Lodge Kk enjoys a location in Kota Kinabalu, 2.1 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.3 miles from North Borneo Railway.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Just a 9-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 0.7 miles from KK Esplanade, Api-Api GuestHouse features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, with a terrace.

  • TheHaus

    Kota Kinabalu
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 400 yards from KK Esplanade, TheHaus features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu with pool with a view, a garden, and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Sungna Homestay offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.5 miles from North Borneo Railway.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 400 yards from KK Esplanade, The Shore by MD Staycation features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, with pool with a view and a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews

    Ber-Santai @Sky Hotel Suites is a recently renovated homestay in Kota Kinabalu where guests can make the most of its fitness center and garden.

  • Just 1.1 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.1 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, KC Spa Hotel Kota Kinabalu features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu with a bar.

  • Faina Homestay, SCSP Ming Resident, Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu, just 1.3 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.1 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

Save money on homestays in Kota Kinabalu and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    FAINA Homestay SCSP Minggarden Resident Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu near Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and Sabah State Mosque.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Faina Homestay SCSP Ming Resident is located in Kota Kinabalu, just 1.4 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and a 19-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    South China Sea Place by Kinabina Homestay offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 1.4 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and a 19-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    The loft imago stay haven offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 3.6 miles from North Borneo Railway and 5.2 miles from Likas City Mosque.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Just a 19-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 0.8 miles from Sabah State Mosque, Jom Summer Suite - Sutera Avenue features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu with a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Just a 19-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 0.8 miles from Sabah State Mosque, Sutera Avenue - Jom Summer Suite features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu with a garden.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Riverson SOHO Duplex Seaview KK offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 1.1 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.8 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • Sutera Luxurious Loft 1

    Kota Kinabalu
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    1.6 miles from Filipino Market Sabah in Kota Kinabalu, Sutera Luxurious Loft 1 offers accommodations with access to wellness packages. This property offers a rooftop pool and free private parking.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 64 reviews
    Everything about this property is good.Great host and super easy to check in and check out. I have a really great time staying.
    Guest review by
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