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The 10 Best Guest Houses in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

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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 & Heritage Village. There is a private entrance at the guest house for the convenience of those who stay. The guest house also features free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests.

Facilities is nice and affordable

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9.2
Superb
6 reviews
Price from
£56
per night

Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village is 4.3 km from the guest house, while North Borneo Railway is 5.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 5 km from Bulan Guesthouse Imago.

COZY.. FITS MY 5 CHILDREN ALTHOUGH IT'S JUST A STUDIO APARTMENT AND EASY TO GO FOR SHOPPING AND SWIMMING

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9
Superb
25 reviews
Price from
£33
per night

Set 3.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah, 1.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.9 km from North Borneo Railway, Sembulan @ Ning Guesthouse 宁舒民宿 features accommodation situated in Kota Kinabalu. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. Free WiFi is available and private parking can be arranged at an extra charge.

Strategic location. Easy to find the pin location.

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9.2
Superb
91 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, a fridge, a minibar, a kettle, a bidet, free toiletries and a desk. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and a hairdryer, rooms at the inn also offer a city view. At The Seraya Hotel each room is fitted with bed linen and towels.

The location and the cleanliness

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8.3
Very good
968 reviews
Price from
£34
per night

The guest house is equipped with a flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom.

A minimarket is available at the guest house.

Clean and cheap. 6 of us, RM22 per head. hard to believe, water pressure and aircon is great

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8.6
Fabulous
142 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

Facing the seafront in Kota Kinabalu, JESSELTON QUAY SEA VIEW is a guest house, featuring a year-round outdoor pool and parking on-site. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

The host is very friendly and helpful, she replace the hair dryer the next day after I reported it is not working.

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8.7
Fabulous
65 reviews
Price from
£48
per night

The spacious guest house features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house.

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7.3
Good
3 reviews
Price from
£29
per night

OYO Home 90723 Green Leaf Guest Lodge Kk has air-conditioned guest accommodation in Kota Kinabalu, 3.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, 5.4 km from North Borneo Railway and 6.2 km from Likas City Mosque. The 2-star guest house is 11 km from International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Filipino Market Sabah is 300 metres away.

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4
Review score
1 reviews
Price from
£20
per night

Popular points of interest near the guest house include KK Esplanade, Atkinson Clock Tower and Signal Hill Observatory. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 4 km from Api-Api GuestHouse.

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7.2
Good
15 reviews
Price from
£36
per night

Situated in Tanjung Aru, Hin Loi Guesthouse offers simple yet comfortable accommodation with free WiFi access throughout the property. It features free parking space on site and provides daily housekeeping service.

Near the famous beach,it’s more easy to get there;and it’s very comfortable for tourists

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7.9
Good
77 reviews
Price from
£17
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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  • Avg. price/night: £35.10
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 384 reviews
    Good location to stay and there are many places to hang out and catch up with old friends. Very clean and quiet unit, comfy bed, we had good sleep during our stay. We walked over to Imago shopping mall in the evening, just a short distance away (the link bridge fm Sutera Avenue across the other end is not baby stroller friendly though); Roof top pool is great, beautiful view; Host replies promptly and giving clear information.
    Anna L S F
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £47.07
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 99 reviews
    - The great location and the great host (thanks Jessica)
    Aina JR
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £49.69
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 218 reviews
    Great location in the city center, amazing apartments/rooms and wonderful pool. Additionally, the staff is very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this place and would definitely go again when visiting Kota Kinabalu. Many thanks for this lovely stay!
    Nicolas
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £90.84
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 74 reviews
    CK was so helpful and attended to our ever need. I hat a great host! property was in a great location with greats amenities. everything was brand new, would definitely book again in a heart beat!
    Ashley
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £54.96
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 118 reviews
    easy check in, great location, great host
    Izzah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £67.85
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 634 reviews
    Nazri was a great host! Responded very quickly, and was very accommodating to our needs/requests. Check-in instructions were super detailed and helpful.  The apartment was very clean and well stocked. We could not have asked for a better location. Overall a wonderful place. we would stay here again easily!
    Loura
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £17.56
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 490 reviews
    1. Very convenient location next to the mall. 2. The receptionist was very helpful in planning our trip in KK and Sabah. 3. Quiet hostel. We booked a family room so it was nice we shared the amenities with only one other room.
    Francesca
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £78.25
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 77 reviews
    Great location, comfortable beds, amazing view and amazing hosts. They went above and beyond to help accomodate us, even storing some luggage when we went to Brunei for the weekend! Thank you again for such a great stay :)
    George
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £31.62
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 3,007 reviews
    Perfect location, very close proximity (walking distance) to Imago shopping mall, close to city centre. Many shops around for dining. Water pressure in bathroom is strong and nice. The host is very responsive and helpful with questions and requests.
    pui ling
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £53.12
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 312 reviews
    Great host and villa is spacious. We love the private pool. Definitely will come again
    Sharon Miakim
    Family with young children

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