The point of embarkation to the islands off Kota Kinabalu is Jesselton Ferry Jetty Terminal. In this terminal, there are many agencies selling package / individual island tickets. I bought package tickets for 2 persons to two islands + 2 life jackets which cost RM142.
If you rent the life jackets from the island, you must [...]

The Budget Terminal airport is small. Something like the size of Phuket airport. There is fast food restaurants before immigration. After immigration, there are free internet & access points if you are using laptops. Clean & tidy.

Abloom Service Apartment at Pahonyothin Soi 3 is very cozy and comfortable. This apartment is just 5mins relaxing walk to ‘Sanam Pao’ BTS station.  Can take the Abloom’s Tutu free service to the BTS.  Coming back need to call for pick up so we always walk back instead or take taxi. Taxi drivers especially those from [...]

Old Penang Guesthouse is a beautifully restored pre-war building.
One of the best budget accommodations I have stayed in. SUPER cheap and SUPER clean! I can’t say enough! Stayed in a dorm room for 15 RM a night. They have private ensuite room too. The air conditioning was freezing cold, bathrooms were spotless, and the common [...]

This hotel is excellent with superb breakfast and lots to choose. All the staffs in the restaurant are excellent. They offer us their specials and they treated me and my family not just guests but seems like long time friends. Although, a little bit expensive but worth for the service of the staff and the [...]