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Homestays in Kota Kinabalu

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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 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 300 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 345 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 870 reviews

Popular with guests booking homestays in Kota Kinabalu

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 227 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

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.

From $117.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.9
Poor - What previous guests thought, 8 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.

From $54.93 per night

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.

From $58.80 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

The Shore by AEM RESIDENCES enjoys a location in Kota Kinabalu, 6.7 miles from International Technology & Commercial Center Penampang - ITCC and a 17-minute walk from Signal Hill Observatory.

From $69.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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.

From $83.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 73 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.

From $70.26 per night

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.

From $65.86 per night

GR SUITE Family Room

Kota Kinabalu
Budget options available

GR SUITE Family Room offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 1.4 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.1 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From $67.03 per night

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

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

Seaview 1BR with Balcony at The Shore Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu, just 2 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.3 miles from North Borneo Railway.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 60 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.

From $46.68 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 19 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.

From $36.07 per night

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.

From $54.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
Fair - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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

From $43.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 88 reviews

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.

From $53.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

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

From $37.63 per night

Just 1.1 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 1.1 miles from Sabah State Mosque, VY STUDIO ROOM SCSP Ming Garden Kota Kinabalu features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu with a bar.

From $43.98 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

Ss Homestay By Stella Ketiau, Putatan offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2.3 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and a 9-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From $75.27 per night

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.

GR Suite SCSP offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 6.2 miles from International Technology & Commercial Center Penampang - ITCC and one mile from Sabah State Mosque.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

Gemilang Studio Homesuites Near Ming Garden Hotel KK offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 1.4 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and a 19-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

From $43.61 per night

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 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Faina Homestay SCSP Ming Resident is located in Kota Kinabalu, just a 19-minute walk from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 2.7 miles from North Borneo Railway.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

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.

From $38.62 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews

Just 1.1 miles from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.2 miles from Sabah State Mosque, Homesuite' Home at The Loft features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, with a garden.

From $160.92 per night

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Homestays That Guests Love in Kota Kinabalu

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Avg. price/night: $70.26
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 73 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.
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