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Mizu Homestay at KK Times Square by R2, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located within 1.8 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village in Kota Kinabalu, Mizu Homestay at KK Times Square by R2 provides accommodation with seating area.

The room was very spacious, complete with all most needed equipment in homestay/hotel. The host, Jon was very helpful throughout my stay in which, I am more happy for it. All the items in my homestay is veryyyyyyyy good adn perfect! Overall, is 100000/10 and im sure to book again in near future. Thanks a lot, Mizu Homestay!
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
£38.17
1 night, 2 adults
The Shore Kota Kinabalu City View, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, The Shore Kota Kinabalu City View features spacious air-conditioned accommodation...

The location is very good.It is very convenient to walk to the attractive place. We can see the sea view and city view. Room is very clean, and specious.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
14 reviews
Price from
£37.78
1 night, 2 adults
Jesselton Quad by Miraton Lodge 3, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Offering city views, Jesselton Quad by Miraton Lodge 3 is an accommodation set in Kota Kinabalu, 5.3 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 7.3 km from North Borneo Railway.

breakfast can go many restaurant at surrounding area as we only take apartment package.
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
5 reviews
Price from
£43.46
1 night, 2 adults
Sutera Avenue - Jom Summer Suite, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.6 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Sutera Avenue - Jom Summer Suite offers air conditioning.

The cleanliness and the good communication with the owner, the swimming pool, and the various food outlet around.
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
13 reviews
Price from
£54.10
1 night, 2 adults
Jesselton Quay By FH Staycation, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Offering a garden and sea view, Jesselton Quay By FH Staycation is located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 3.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

the location is perfect, the communication with agent was very smooth and they gave clear and excellent instructions on check-in procedures a few days before the check-in date. the place is very clean and facilities are well-maintained. we especially liked the water filter system.
Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
9 reviews
Price from
£32.68
1 night, 2 adults
G Dau Homestay, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

G Dau Homestay features sea views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Kota Kinabalu, 3.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah. This homestay provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony....

Good
Scored 9.8
9.8
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
11 reviews
Price from
£40.24
1 night, 2 adults
Borneo Staycation - The Shore, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a balcony, Borneo Staycation - The Shore is set in Kota Kinabalu.

great location, very comfortable, neat and tidy apartment with great view
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
12 reviews
Price from
£37.32
1 night, 2 adults
NOSTRE HOMESTAY THE SHORE KK, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Featuring city views, NOSTRE HOMESTAY THE SHORE KK features accommodation with a balcony, around 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah.

Good location
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£41.27
1 night, 2 adults
The Seashore House, The Shore Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a balcony, The Seashore House, The Shore Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu.

The house concept very cute
Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
8 reviews
Price from
£44.70
1 night, 2 adults
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO, hotel in Kota Kinabalu

Featuring garden views, Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO offers accommodation with balcony, around 2.5 km from Tanjung Aru Beach.

The first room I booked had a water leakage issue. The management upgraded my room. While moving to the new room, my work items went missing. The management allowed me to re-enter the first room to search for my items. Really appreciated the understanding. 👍👍
Scored 8.6
8.6
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,179 reviews
Price from
£75.27
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Hin Loi Guesthouse
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 122 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, near Tanjung Aru Beach, North Borneo Railway and Sabah State Mosque, Hin Loi Guesthouse has a shared lounge.

    Good stop off if you have an early flight the next day.

  • Mizu Homestay at KK Times Square by R2
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Located within 1.8 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 2 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village in Kota Kinabalu, Mizu Homestay at KK Times Square by R2 provides accommodation with seating area.

  • The Shore Kota Kinabalu City View
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 13 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, The Shore Kota Kinabalu City View features spacious air-conditioned accommodation...

  • Jesselton Quay By FH Staycation
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 9 reviews

    Offering a garden and sea view, Jesselton Quay By FH Staycation is located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 3.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

  • NOSTRE HOMESTAY THE SHORE KK
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 6 reviews

    Featuring city views, NOSTRE HOMESTAY THE SHORE KK features accommodation with a balcony, around 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah.

  • deCose
    Breakfast options
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 26 reviews

    Offering garden views, deCose is an accommodation set in Kota Kinabalu, 1.9 km from North Borneo Railway and 3.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    Room was clean and tidy, facilities were all good.

  • Homesuite' Home at The Loft
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 188 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu and only 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Homesuite' Home at The Loft offers accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Need advise the best location for breakfast and dinner

  • The Shore by Soleil Homes
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 43 reviews

    Offering an open-air bath and garden view, The Shore by Soleil Homes is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.7 km from North Borneo Railway.

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  • Jesselton Quad by Miraton Lodge 3
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 5 reviews

    Offering city views, Jesselton Quad by Miraton Lodge 3 is an accommodation set in Kota Kinabalu, 5.3 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 7.3 km from North Borneo Railway.

  • Sutera Avenue - Jom Summer Suite
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.6 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Sutera Avenue - Jom Summer Suite offers air conditioning.

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  • G Dau Homestay
    Budget options available
    Scored 9.8
    9.8
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    G Dau Homestay features sea views, free WiFi and free private parking, located in Kota Kinabalu, 3.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah. This homestay provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.

    Snack Mini Bar, Parking same level as the unit and i can say car park just infront of your door

  • Borneo Staycation - The Shore
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 12 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a balcony, Borneo Staycation - The Shore is set in Kota Kinabalu.

    great location, very comfortable, neat and tidy apartment with great view

  • The Seashore House, The Shore Kota Kinabalu
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, sea view and a balcony, The Seashore House, The Shore Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu.

  • Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,179 reviews

    Featuring garden views, Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO offers accommodation with balcony, around 2.5 km from Tanjung Aru Beach.

    comfortable , clean room & easy to go to night market

  • The Shore by MD Staycation
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 23 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, near KK Esplanade, Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory, The Shore by MD Staycation features a garden.

    设施齐全,有洗衣机很方便,性价比高,住了the shore 的另一家,这家价格虽然更便宜但设施更好一些,推荐!

  • Relaxed Studio Q&S-Bed Near Airport WI-FI-Aeropod Sovo
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 19 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Relaxed Studio Q&S-Bed Near Airport WI-FI-Aeropod Sovo is set in Kota Kinabalu.

    Bilik wangi, bersih. host yg understanding, boleh tolak ansur. Semua sukaaa.

Great access to the city centre! Check these homestays in Kota Kinabalu

  • FAHomestay
    Central location
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, FAHomestay is situated in Kota Kinabalu.

  • The shore by Sweet Suite
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Boasting sea views, The shore by Sweet Suite offers accommodation with a balcony, around 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah.

  • Faina Homestay SCSP Ming Garden Resident Kota Kinabalu
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located within 2.3 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 1.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Faina Homestay SCSP Ming Garden Resident Kota Kinabalu provides rooms with air conditioning and a...

  • SUMMERWALK JQ near JESSELTON POINT KOTA KINABALU 寓夏天之旅
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    SUMMERWALK JQ near JESSELTON POINT KOTA KINABALU 寓夏天之旅, a property with an outdoor swimming pool, is located in Kota Kinabalu, 4.3 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, 7 km from North Borneo...

  • Caputo Homestay
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Caputo Homestay, a property with an infinity pool, an indoor pool and a garden, is set in Kota Kinabalu, 23 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, 26 km from North Borneo Railway, as well as...

  • KaYYu Homestay
    Scored 10.0
    10.0
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 1 review

    Featuring sea views, KaYYu Homestay provides accommodation with balcony, around 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah.

  • Jom Summer Suite - Sutera Avenue
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.6 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Jom Summer Suite - Sutera Avenue offers a rooftop pool and air conditioning.

  • Gemilang Studio Homesuites Near Ming Garden Hotel KK
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 1 review

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, Gemilang Studio Homesuites Near Ming Garden Hotel KK offers accommodation with a plunge pool and river views.

  • Ber-Santai at Marina Court
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 11 reviews

    Boasting a balcony with city views, a fitness centre and an indoor pool, Ber-Santai at Marina Court can be found in Kota Kinabalu, close to Filipino Market Sabah and 3.4 km from Sabah State Museum &...

  • JESSELTON QUAY SEA VIEW
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 83 reviews

    Facing the seafront in Kota Kinabalu, JESSELTON QUAY SEA VIEW is a guest house, featuring a year-round outdoor pool and parking on-site.

    The property, car park, the lift and the facility.

  • Lazy Cat Home At Gaya Street
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 153 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Lazy Cat Home At Gaya Street is located in Kota Kinabalu.

    worth your money! all about this stay was perfect!

  • Bulan Guesthouse Imago
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 35 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, Bulan Guesthouse Imago features accommodation with a rooftop pool, a balcony and garden views.

    Very clean and I really like it, next time want reapet again.

  • J&H JESSELTON QUAY lSLAND TRIP
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 3 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, near Filipino Market Sabah, Kota Kinabalu Harbour and KK Esplanade, J&H JESSELTON QUAY lSLAND TRIP has an outdoor swimming pool.

  • Aeropod Sovo Wi-Fi&Netflix 5min From Airport
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 30 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, 5.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 300 metres from North Borneo Railway, Aeropod Sovo Wi-Fi&Netflix 5min From Airport offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a...

  • ENDLESS SUMMER Jesselton Quay Kota Kinabalu 來繕旅遊
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2 reviews

    ENDLESS SUMMER Jesselton Quay Kota Kinabalu 來繕旅遊, a property with an indoor pool, is located in Kota Kinabalu, 4.1 km from Likas City Mosque, 4.3 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, as well...

  • Ber-Santai @Sky Hotel Suites
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 44 reviews

    Boasting a fitness centre and views of mountain, Ber-Santai @Sky Hotel Suites is a recently renovated homestay situated in Kota Kinabalu, 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

    All the property was nice… clean and very comfortable

  • Sutera Luxurious Loft 2
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 9 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.8 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Sutera Luxurious Loft 2 provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a...

    Clean and tidy. Smell so good once entered the property.

  • Jesselton Quay Seaview Homestay near Suria Sabah by StayPlace
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 23 reviews

    Offering sea views, Jesselton Quay Seaview Homestay near Suria Sabah by StayPlace is an accommodation set in Kota Kinabalu, 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 4.1 km from Likas City Mosque.

    the furniture, the view . i can say i like it all.

  • Molina Inn - Aeropod Sovo Exchange -
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 11 reviews

    Featuring inner courtyard views, Molina Inn - Aeropod Sovo Exchange - offers accommodation with a bar and a balcony, around 5.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

  • Grapevine Garden
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 227 reviews

    Located within 10 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 5 km of North Borneo Railway in Kota Kinabalu, Grapevine Garden features accommodation with seating area.

    Very clean and convenient location next to airport

  • Home Sweet Home
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 16 reviews

    Located within 2.1 km of Tanjung Aru Beach and 4 km of Filipino Market Sabah in Kota Kinabalu, Home Sweet Home features accommodation with seating area.

    We like to be in a neighborhood and not too far from the center.

  • Nayana Stay
    Central location
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 4 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, 5.6 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 400 metres from North Borneo Railway, Nayana Stay provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi.

  • Ber-Santai at Sutera Avenue
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 19 reviews

    With mountain views, Ber-Santai at Sutera Avenue is set in Kota Kinabalu and has a restaurant, a lift, bar, garden, sun terrace and outdoor pool.

    Location is good, staff also provide clear information.

  • The Shore KK City Sabah Homestay
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 58 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, 300 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 3.2 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, The Shore KK City Sabah Homestay offers spacious air-conditioned accommodation with a...

    Very convinient to the pasar and good surrounding.

  • FAINA Homestay SCSP Minggarden Resident Kota Kinabalu
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1 review

    Set within 2.3 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 1.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, FAINA Homestay SCSP Minggarden Resident Kota Kinabalu offers rooms with air conditioning and a private...

  • Imago Loft C
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 5 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, 1.4 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 4.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Imago Loft C offers a garden and air conditioning.

  • Sutera Luxurious Loft 1
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 15 reviews

    Located near Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and Sabah State Mosque, Sutera Luxurious Loft 1 is in Kota Kinabalu and features free private parking and a restaurant.

  • b.suites 21
    Central location
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 45 reviews

    B.suites 21 is set in Kota Kinabalu. Complimentary WiFi is provided throughout the property.

    Great location, staff is helpful and friendly, free parking

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