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Bonheur at Karambunai is set in Kota Kinabalu and features a private pool and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can use the hot tub, or enjoy pool views.

It was the first time that we visited Saba.The villa is located 5 seconds walk to the peopless beach 🏖️ It was very much clean and cozy.We did spend a particular time here. Beside the host was really welcoming us and send a super delicious cake to the room for afternoon tea time 🫖 We definitely recommend you to stay at this place while your holiday . A relax and chill time to spend [Sun]

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9.4
Superb
132 reviews
Price from
£136
per night

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.2 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, NewWALAI N3 Landed house near IMAGO KK with CarGarage offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. Likas City Mosque is 9.2 km from the holiday home and Sabah State Mosque is 1.8 km away.

- easy check in - very clean - comfortable and safe - family friendly - important amenities very well provided (washing machine, hair dryer, towels, wifi, etc)

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9
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

Located near Filipino Market Sabah and KK Esplanade, NC Cottage @ The Loft Imago is in Kota Kinabalu and provides free private parking and a restaurant. This apartment features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. The property is non-smoking and is situated 4.2 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

Close walking distance to the Mall

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9.2
Superb
35 reviews
Price from
£39
per night

Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 3.9 km from the holiday home, while International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC is 5.8 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 7 km from Starry night homestay.

We like the peace and the simple design and spaceful

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9.6
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

JML Family Homestay ~ Entire Residential Home is set in Kota Kinabalu, 5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, 5.7 km from Likas City Mosque, as well as 8.2 km from North Borneo Railway. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is located 6.2 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

Enough space to stay with big family members..nice staff..and easy to go to anywhere in town..

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9
Superb
7 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

Offering a shared lounge and quiet street view, Leisure homestay@Kota Kinabalu is set in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km from North Borneo Railway. It is located 3.3 km from Filipino Market Sabah and offers a shared kitchen. The holiday home provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking and free WiFi.

Its location is in a quiet community area, safe and quiet. The host is friendly and kind to provide what you need, such as an electric adapter, etc.

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9.2
Superb
49 reviews
Price from
£30
per night

Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 3.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Sabah City Homestay, while International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 2 km from the accommodation.

The property is very clean and spacious. all of us had comfortable rest at the Homestay after a full day of exploring the city. The host is very helpful and kind where he manage to fulfill our request, such as changing pillows and place our luggage in the Homestay. Highly recommend for travelers to stay at the Homestay.

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9.6
Exceptional
25 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

Likas City Mosque is 23 km from Home Sweet Villas, Karambunai, while Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 30 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 32 km from the accommodation.

Very satisfied..Nice view .I will come back again next time .

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8
Very good
317 reviews
Price from
£40
per night

Situated within 1.4 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 4.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Luxury Condominium at Loft Imago features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu. A sauna and a car rental service are available for guests. There is a restaurant serving British cuisine, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station.

Host was helpful and accommodating.

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8.5
Very good
121 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

LILY HOMESTAY PUTATAN is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 8.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, 10 km from International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC, and 15 km from Likas City Mosque. The air-conditioned accommodation is 10 km from Filipino Market Sabah, and guests can benefit from on-site private parking and complimentary WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 5.4 km from North Borneo Railway.

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8.9
Fabulous
7 reviews
Price from
£50
per night

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  • Borneo Beach Villas
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,205 reviews

    Comprising of Spa Suites and Pool Villas, Borneo Beach Villas is a beach front property set along a 7 km pristine white sandy beach, nestled on lush landscaped surrounds on the Karambunai Peninsula,...

    Spacious bungalow. Mine was directly at the beach.

  • NewWALAI N3 Landed house near IMAGO KK with CarGarage
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.2 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, NewWALAI N3 Landed house near IMAGO KK with CarGarage offers air conditioning.

    Bright and airy. Spacious and clean. Area was quite and safe!

  • JML Family Homestay ~ Entire Residential Home
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 7 reviews

    JML Family Homestay ~ Entire Residential Home is set in Kota Kinabalu, 5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, 5.7 km from Likas City Mosque, as well as 8.2 km from North Borneo Railway.

  • Kota Kinabalu Sabah City Homestay
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 25 reviews

    Located just 2.9 km from North Borneo Railway, Kota Kinabalu Sabah City Homestay offers accommodation in Kota Kinabalu with access to a garden, barbecue facilities, as well as a shared kitchen.

    Big and clean house. Suitable for big family. Location is good and near to the city and airport

  • Hin Loi Homes
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 43 reviews

    Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Hin Loi Guesthouse II is a holiday home set in Kota Kinabalu, 1.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    Everything. Big space. Recommended if you come with big family.

  • 嘉乐民宿JIALE homestay
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Situated 7 km from Likas City Mosque, 7.1 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 10 km from North Borneo Railway, 嘉乐民宿JIALE homestay provides accommodation set in Kota Kinabalu.

  • KK Kiansom Retreat
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Featuring mountain views, KK Kiansom Retreat offers accommodation with an infinity pool and a balcony, around 15 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

These cottages in Kota Kinabalu have options with FREE cancellation

  • Bonheur at Karambunai
    Free cancellation options available
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 132 reviews

    Bonheur at Karambunai is set in Kota Kinabalu and features a private pool and sea views. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi.

    Lovely pool and the beach was literally 10 metres away

  • NC Cottage @ The Loft Imago
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 35 reviews

    Located near Filipino Market Sabah and KK Esplanade, NC Cottage @ The Loft Imago is in Kota Kinabalu and provides free private parking and a restaurant.

    Spacious and comfortable for 5 persons 1 night stay.

  • Leisure homestay@Kota Kinabalu
    Free cancellation options available
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 49 reviews

    Offering a shared lounge and quiet street view, Leisure homestay@Kota Kinabalu is set in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km from North Borneo Railway.

    It amazing place and suitable for family to stay it

  • Home Sweet Villas, Karambunai
    Free cancellation options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 318 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu and only 80 metres from Karambunai Beach, Home Sweet Villas, Karambunai features accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    - Surrounding garden clean. - Sunset view - Privacy

  • Luxury Condominium at Loft Imago
    Free cancellation options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 121 reviews

    Situated within 1.4 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 4.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Luxury Condominium at Loft Imago features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in...

    Clean and fully equipped with a lot of household needs

  • LILY HOMESTAY PUTATAN
    Free cancellation options available
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 7 reviews

    LILY HOMESTAY PUTATAN is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 8.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, 10 km from International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC, and 15 km from Likas...

  • AaronL Homestay
    Free cancellation options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 27 reviews

    AaronL Homestay, a property with a garden, is located in Kota Kinabalu, 5.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah, 4.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, as well as 4.8 km from Likas City Mosque.

    Overall good.. cuma heater je takde.. yg lain 10/10

  • HOMESTAY D' SEPANGAR HILLS
    Free cancellation options available
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 10 reviews

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, HOMESTAY D' SEPANGAR HILLS is located in Kota Kinabalu. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

Travelling by car? These cottages in Kota Kinabalu offer free parking!

  • Starry night homestay
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Starry night homestay is set in Kota Kinabalu. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.

    very comfortable and the owner is very good person .

  • NJ_Homestay@KKIA/Petagas KK
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 31 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, 8.6 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 4.3 km from North Borneo Railway, NJ_Homestay@KKIA/Petagas KK offers a garden and air conditioning.

    the house is super clean. they have washing machine and dryer

  • Home Suhaila
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 37 reviews

    Offering quiet street views, Home Suhaila is an accommodation set in Kota Kinabalu, 7.1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    Ruang tamu yg selesa.. Bilik pun bersih, selesa..

  • KK Homestays 4 Rooms
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 12 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, 16 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 11 km from Likas City Mosque, KK Homestays 4 Rooms offers air conditioning.

  • Sabah homestay 16pax stay near Imago 15minutes strong WiFi Gathering Environment house

    Offering a garden and quiet street view, Sabah homestay 16pax stay near Imago 15minutes strong WiFi Gathering Environment house is located in Kota Kinabalu, 4.9 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage...

  • Penampang Delima House
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Penampang Delima House is located in Kota Kinabalu, 6.6 km from North Borneo Railway, 10 km from Likas City Mosque, as well as 4.4 km from Sabah State Mosque.

  • Peach Villa @ Putatan
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Offering city views, Peach Villa @ Putatan is an accommodation set in Kota Kinabalu, 8.2 km from International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC and 10 km from Sabah State Museum &...

  • Maison Life 小居屋 Holiday Home Kota Kinabalu

    Set 3.8 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Maison Life 小居屋 Holiday Home Kota Kinabalu features a year-round outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free private parking for guests who drive.

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Cottages that guests love in Kota Kinabalu

  • Avg. price/night: £42.18
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 432 reviews
    Clean and cosy. Nice room to stay.
    mzm7030
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £39.13
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 113 reviews
    Very cosy and comfortable. The sea view is so nice and calm.
    Dayang Umi
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £31.78
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,135 reviews
    this is my second time staying with keen but this time was an apartment but suprisingly its very spacious and the house was very cozy as expected. thank you for let me checked in early i'll book with keen again when i return 💗
    Ismail
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £34.12
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,596 reviews
    The rooms were well appointed. All amenities I needed are there -- blow dryer, fridge, kettle. Consumables in my room were replenished daily. Room was cozy and well sized. I loved the big windows looking outside the rotonda. I booked this hotel before and after my Kota Kinabalu hike and I'm so thankful that I did. I needed a comfortable space after a grueling hike. Hotel is just a few hundred meters from Gaya St. Outside there are really nice and affordable food options. Location is just perfect. Bang for your buck.
    Fatima
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £38.57
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 411 reviews
    Clean, cozy, affordable
    Tomomichi
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £43.72
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 21 reviews
    I liked the apartment, it’s cozy and it has almost everything. The location is perfect for those who is planning to travel to Mamutik, Sapi, Gaya or Manukan islands to snorkel or dive, the jetty is 5 minutes by foot. The staff is good, they answer inquiries very fast.
    Olena
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £66.72
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 117 reviews
    Cozy New Clean
    Pg Mohd Syafiq
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £66.72
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 117 reviews
    I like the room it was really cozy.
    Halley
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £23.98
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 111 reviews
    I like the self check in , im an introvert person sooo🥹lovelove.. the bed is cozy and clean .. our room has cutlery..since we fogot to bring our own..
    Nur Amirah Farzana
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £51.85
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 374 reviews
    Clean and cozy place and a nice view from the pool The property owner is very helpful. + Near the Tanjung Aru Beach. Ps: Try the night food court behind the hotel
    Mouhamed
    Solo traveller

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