Jalan Lapan Belas The Shore, D'Pesisir, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
#8 of 511 Holiday rentals in Kota Kinabalu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 64 hotel reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.2
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
10.0
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Reviewed: 6 April 2025
Berniece
AustraliaGreat location. The room has a nice homely feel. It was nice to come home and relax after a days exploring. Communication with CK the owner was easy. He is an extremely friendly and helpful person. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: 26 March 2025
Roy
United KingdomPool closing 12-3 2 days
Great
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 11 March 2025
Brian
New ZealandThe pool area on level 6 had very few lounges or seats. Not enough shade. Toilets did not have toilet paper or any provision to ever have any.
Very central apartment in a large complex next to market. Sea view. Well appointed spacious apartment and met and shown by owner.
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: 30 December 2024
Phan
MalaysiaMr CK is the best host I have ever met in my years of travelling. He was very accommodating despite me arriving at 1am due to constant flight delay. The room was clean, tidy, and very pleasant. It is equipped with all the amenities required for short term stay - washing machine, dryer, iron, ironing board, hair dryer, cutlery, spices, tea, and fridge just to name a few. The fridge even came well stocked with myriad welcome drinks to choose from. The ocean view was a bonus. Toilet is squeaky clean for OCD like me. The digital security lock provided us with a peace of mind while keeping seamless access. Parking was aplenty. Not to mention that it is situated in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. I could walk to all nearby popular eateries, bars, and market. Mr CK even provided me with a list of local delicacies to explore. Overall, I had an excellent stay. Highly recommended.
Stayed in December 2024
Reviewed: 17 November 2024
Farzana
United KingdomThe view from the bedroom!
Stayed in November 2024
Reviewed: 7 October 2024
Priyadhershini
SingaporeThe toilet holds water in the dry area, but it's not a big deal.
It is in a great location, walkable to all the fun areas of KK or just a short grab ride if further. The check-in was smooth, and the staff replied to my WhatsApp msgs promptly. Overall, I would definitely recommend it.
Stayed in October 2024
Reviewed: 24 August 2024
Andrea
ItalyGreat customer service, the host was very nice and available. Location was great, apartment had everything we needed and was very clean and a good size for a couple.
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 3 August 2024
David
United KingdomLifts a bit busy at times
Excellent decor. Everything you need in a well laid out flat. Great views from the balcony
Stayed in August 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Terry
AustraliaI found the bed to be very firm and uncomfortable for me and the only reason I didn't give a rating of 10, so didn't sleep restfully. I'm reluctant to say anything negative as this apartment is superb otherwise.
The host was excellent with the checking process and how the room was prepared, simply beautiful. nicely decorated and quality bathroom products. Well stocked and prepared. Host provided excellent local information for our stay and was always contactable and helpful. It's a great little apartment with sea views for short or longer stayed.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Birte
GermanyWow - we can highly recommend this place - the owner made sure we feel welcome and have everything we need, the place was clean and comfy and we were happy about the pool. The location is also great and everything is in walking distance.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 May 2024
Mitsuyo
JapanNot much things we didn’t like.
Clean, Confirmable, Convenient
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 May 2024
Korhonen
Finland-
Location, balcony, view, host
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 10 January 2024
Florian
AustriaNothing Bed can be hard for some persons, but we liked it
Perfect Host Super friendly and helpful Perfect Location Perfect Appartement
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 25 December 2023
Jbathra
MalaysiaThe accommodation is nice and comfortable. The place itself is at the centre of the city, so it's easy to go around. The host is very polite and attentive. Would like to book again for a long staycation 👍
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 17 December 2023
Marci
MalaysiaThe smell from the fish market when open the door from balcony. Public can come in and out the building without the key card yet.
Right in the middle of the town, sea views
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 14 December 2023
Akkhapracha
CanadaGreat Value, excellent location. The host, CK, was very informative and helpful. The pool has a beautiful view overlooking the sea. Only a bit of downside is that there is still a construction going on, but should finish soon.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 29 November 2023
At-tayeb
CanadaWasher/dryer was subpar
Very clean, amazing location, host went above and beyond by recommending activities and answering any questions I had about where to find attractions.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 25 November 2023
Mikaela
AustraliaThe apartment is very modern, clean, has lots of natural light, has good pressure in the shower, strong wifi connection with personal router in the room, big TV with Netflix, a great view, and is very comfortable and safe. It’s handy having a washing machine and also a kitchenette here with a large fridge too. There is still some construction happening in the building however we haven’t found it to be an issue. The location is quite central too and walking distance to a few malls as well as restaurants and bars. There are also many options to have food delivered to the building using Grab. The host, CK, has gone above and beyond for us during our stay here. From picking us up at the airport, to sending through tons of recommendations, answering messages almost instantly, as well as stocking the fridge with water and Coca Cola, we cannot speak more highly of him. He has been absolutely wonderful and would definitely recommend this room to anyone coming to KK. We enjoyed our stay so much, we extended twice!
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 13 November 2023
Mohd
MalaysiaNone as the place is complere with all amenities.
Clean, strategic place, nice view. The owner even give a complimentary gifts and drinks. The most considerable owner as well as ashtray were provided at the balcony. (Non smoking room).
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 2 November 2023
Jane
United KingdomThe block is completely new, the outside area wasn't quite complete. It wasn't a problem for us but may have been an issue for families, but I'm sure will be complete by now or very soon.
Location was fantastic, opposite the Kota Kinabalu night market and walking distance to shops, bars and restaurants.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 23 October 2023
Raymund
AustraliaNothing
This was a fantastic place C Kv could not have done more to make the stay better All the local restaurants incl their special dishes plus all the tour operators . CK and the apartment overlooking the waterfront...fantastic Centrally located to supermarket Filipino and handicraft and night market. You could not find a better location in Kota Kinabalu
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 20 October 2023
Melissa
FranceUnfortunately we can hear everything from the outside so the glass windows are not big enough.
Gifs, tips on whatsapp
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Sarah
Canada5am call to pray. The building is still being built. There was noise during day but not early and not that bad. Kids screeching in the pool was more annoying. I can’t imagine how busy the tiny pool will be once the building/hotel is complete. It’s a massive building.
Location is central with stunning view of island and the active fish market.The shower was great with hot water on demand. There are heavy curtains to block light. Kitchen had the basics and the owner kindly provided us water for the week, toilet paper, soap, shampoo…The infinity pool is lovely .
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 29 September 2023
Jason
ThailandGreat host and location. The apartment has a washer/dryer in the kitchen.
Stayed in September 2023
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