D' Limbai Cottage

I'm writing this during my stay, and the superb view and quiet away from Kundasang's tourist crowds have been lovely. D Limbai cottage is clean and well equipped, with a kettle, iron, drying rack, and a very clean shared kitchen. I stayed in an expensive *high end* cottage in Ranau before this, but its amenities didn't compare with D Limbai for the price. Getting checked in is simple: call the number posted at the parking lot and someone will come down to meet you. Be aware that there's a long flight of stairs, so it may not suit elderly guests, though other cottage options are nearby. And please don't come here and complain about bugs and ants. This is their place, not yours.

Waking up to Mount Kinabalu from the room was wonderful, and my brother and I stayed for two nights. The only real hassle was getting around without a car. The cottage is some distance from the pekan, and walking means using the roadside since there aren't pedestrian paths in this area. We paid RM20 for a local taxi to take us and our luggage uphill from the market, then another guy charged RM10 the next day to go the same distance to the bottom of the hill. I don't know if those are the usual fares. We also managed the stairs from B'Inspired cottage, which was alright. The toilet door is made of some kind of glass. It's not fully transparent, but still feels a bit odd, as it seems to defeat the point of having a door. Apart from that, it was a great stay. I'd recommend it to people travelling by car who are brave enough to drive up a steep road.

We had a one night stay during the CNY holiday, 11/2-12/2, and I'd definitely come back. The rooms all face Mount Kinabalu, so we had a stunning view. It's a peaceful spot, away from most main attractions but not too far from Pekan Kundasang. The road up to the homestay is very steep, so take a moment to calm yourself before driving up.

The rooms were great, with comfy beds and views of Kinabalu in the morning and evening. Getting there means driving up a very steep road, so take care, especially in the rain. There are also lots of steps to climb. Still worth every RM.