Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is the ninth Malaysian public university established on 24 November 1994 initially located at the current Universiti College of Sabah Foundation in Sembulan enrolling only 205 students and has since expanded to 3 campuses (Labuan, Kota kinabalu and Sandakan) while admitting over 19,000 students across all campuses.

Being true to its' status of 9th Malaysian Public University, the Kota Kinabalu Campus (main campus) is built on 999 acres of land with various landmarks such as the university's clock tower located at the main entrance to the campus, chancellor hall that could house 5,000 seats at once, UMS Museum that stores history pieces of the university and a whole lot of architecture structure for your admiration.

If you're visiting the university as a guest, family of graduating students during convocation, parents of newly-admitted students or just happen to be around the area, here is a list of 6 homestays near UMS for your accommodation option!

Condominium by Josie

One Borneo Condominium by Josie in Kota Kinabalu offers accommodation with free WiFi, 9 km from Filipino Market Sabah, 5 km from Likas City Mosque and 8 km from Gaya Street (Sunday Market). The Oceanus Waterfront Mall is within 9 km of the apartment. The 2-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with satellite flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchen. Karamunsing Capital is only 9 km from One Borneo Condominium by Josie. The nearest airport, Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located 14 km from the accommodation. 

Address                  : A13-05, Tower A, 1 Borneo, Jalan Sulaman, 88450, Kota Kinabalu

Price                        : From RM160/night

Number of guest  : 16

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Izz Homestay Kota Kinabalu

This 3-bedroom apartment is spacious enough to accommodate up to 10 guests and it is very convenient for visitors as it is not only near to UMS but also a bunch of other attractions such as Pekan Menggatal, 1 Borneo Hypermall, Grand Merdeka Mall and takes only 20 minutes to Kota Kinabalu city.

Address                  : University Condo Apartment 2, Jalan Menggatal, 88400 Kota Kinabalu

Price                        : From RM180/night

Number of guest  : 10

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Miles Homestay

A homestay in Angkasa Apartment on Jalan Tuaran that has 3 bedrooms, Miles Homestay is a popular choice for budget travelers as a one-night stay can cost as low as RM200. If you're planning to have a total of 8 guests, so one person needs to fork out only RM25 per person. What a bargain! 

Address                  : Angkasa Apartment, Jalan Tuaran, 88450, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Price                        : From RM200/night

Number of guest  : 8

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