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Homestays in Kota Kinabalu

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The best homestays in Kota Kinabalu

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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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

  • FAHomestay

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

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

    From US$53.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
    Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Hotel O Green Leaf Guest Lodge Kk is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 300 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, 3.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, and 5.4 km from North Borneo Railway.

    From US$53.97 per night
  • Located in Kota Kinabalu, 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, FP Suites The Shore Kota Kinabalu provides spacious air-conditioned accommodation...

    From US$57.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, 800 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Api-Api GuestHouse provides accommodation with a terrace, free WiFi, full-day security, and room service.

    From US$37.97 per night
  • TheHaus

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

    Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, TheHaus is located in Kota Kinabalu. This guest house features a pool with a view and a garden.

    From US$53.10 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.0
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Boasting mountain views, Sungna Homestay features accommodation with a balcony, around 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah.

    From US$64.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

    The Shore by MD Staycation, a property with a garden, is set in Kota Kinabalu, 4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, 5.6 km from North Borneo Railway, as well as 5.6 km from Likas City...

    From US$69.78 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews

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

    From US$52.26 per night

Enjoy breakfast in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Located in Kota Kinabalu, 3.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 800 metres from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Ss Homestay By Stella Ketiau, Putatan offers air conditioning.

    From US$73.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews

    Hin Loi Guesthouse, a property with a shared lounge, is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 4.3 km from Filipino Market Sabah, 1.7 km from North Borneo Railway, as well as 2.9 km from Sabah State Museum &...

    From US$21.38 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 55 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...

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

    Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Moka Moka Homestay is set in Kota Kinabalu. The spacious homestay is fitted with a flat-screen TV.

    From US$42.25 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

    1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Ber-Santai @Sky Hotel Suites is a recently renovated property situated in Kota Kinabalu and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

    From US$68.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    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...

    From US$50.02 per night
  • Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Faina Homestay SCSP Ming Resident is situated in Kota Kinabalu.

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

    Featuring city views, Faina Homestay SCSP Ming Resident provides accommodation with a terrace, around 2.3 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

    From US$43.61 per night

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

  • Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a rooftop pool, lake view and a terrace, KC Spa Hotel Kota Kinabalu is set in Kota Kinabalu. With pool views, this accommodation offers a balcony.

    From US$64.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Boasting city views, The Nala suite ming garden kota kinabalu offers accommodation with pool with a view and a balcony, around 2.3 km from Filipino Market Sabah.

    From US$68.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Offering city views, South China Sea Place by Kinabina Homestay is an accommodation located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.6 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 4.3 km from North Borneo Railway.

    From US$37.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region with Filipino Market Sabah nearby, The loft imago stay haven offers accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$59.55 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 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.

    From US$73.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 14 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.

    From US$69.26 per night
  • Dce Homestay

    Kota Kinabalu
    Budget options available

    Set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, with Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and Sabah State Mosque nearby, Dce Homestay offers accommodation with free private parking.

    From US$73.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Located in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, Riverson SOHO Duplex Seaview KK has a balcony and sea views. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

    From US$122.11 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: US$68.97
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 68 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
    Priscillia
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