A self employed General Practitioner who lives with his lovely family in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. He dedicates his spare time serving people with precious information on climbing the Majestic Mountain of the Borneo, Mt Kinabalu. Reachable at drizad(at)gmail.comWelcome to Kiram’s Village, Kundasang
Forget about Sutera Sanctuary Lodges Kinabalu Park accommodations. They are expensive and not worth staying in. Can you imagine staying in bunk beds Grace Hostel will cost you RM120 per person, per night?
With RM120 you can stay in Kinabalu Pine Resort, Winner of 2005/06 Malaysian Tourism Awards - Excellence in Hotel Services (2 Star) standard room with breakfast and have your own veranda facing the Majestic Kinabalu.
Personally, I have been shying away from staying in Kinabalu Park for the last 2 years, as they were cutting my throat with their prices.
Enough with the bashing. I am would like to introduce you to Kiram’s Village, Mesilou, Kundasang. Situated just before the entrance of Mount Kinabalu Golf Club, Kundasang, this group of chalets are owned by one of my high school super senior, Jamalul Kiram.
It’s new, don’t have much promotion and still don’t have any website but the place is just so beautiful. We had a family gathering last month with other members of Sekolah Tuanku Abdul Rahman, Ipoh Old Boys Association (STAROBA) Sabah Chapter. We just had a great time, barbecuing and karaoke, until the air was too cold for us. The temperature went down to 15 degree Celcius at night!
Check out the photos!
Just drop me an email if you decided to spend some quality time with your family in this place. It’s a nice weekend getaway, just 1 and half hours drive from Kota Kinabalu.
February 20th, 2009 at 9:39 pm
Hi,
Would like to know the rate of a room which can accomodate 2 adults and a 3 year old child.
February 21st, 2009 at 7:42 pm
@Audrey: I have sent the details to your email…
February 23rd, 2009 at 1:33 am
Izad! This is one awesome place lah. I love the design of the place. Can I trouble you with the details? Thanks buddy!
February 23rd, 2009 at 2:16 am
looks marvelous. can i have the details please?
February 23rd, 2009 at 8:30 am
hi there,
may i know the further details in terms of the room rate?
thanks.
February 23rd, 2009 at 8:51 am
Bro Nazul siap masuk dlm gambar as background….eheheee….bila nak pi lepak sana lagi? lagi satu nak promote, siap ada Astro…….u all kena bawa kad Astro je dah boleh tgk channel Astro…..amacam, bila lagi nak pi….
February 23rd, 2009 at 2:35 pm
Boleh tak bg contact number?
February 23rd, 2009 at 3:25 pm
Please email me your contact no so I can make booking. Thx
February 25th, 2009 at 9:54 am
Looks good. Would like to have further details and the room rate please. Thx
February 26th, 2009 at 3:50 pm
looks like the place is located somewhere overseas! nice…
mind sharing with us the pics of the rooms?
thanks…
February 26th, 2009 at 4:12 pm
@irman: Unfortunately, I did not manage to get the photos of the rooms. We (me and Bro. Jamalul, the owner) are planning to create a website specific for Kiram’s Village, so that all the info can be presented in one website, compared to just one post in this blog.
I will announce about the website when it’s ready…
March 2nd, 2009 at 10:01 pm
Hi Bro
Can I have the contact number and the rates.
Thanks..
March 2nd, 2009 at 10:29 pm
Hi.
Nice! Could you email me the details pls.
March 4th, 2009 at 4:31 pm
could you please send me some details about this place. ie the rate and etc.
March 12th, 2009 at 9:49 pm
Hi. Nice blog! I am interested in climbing Mt KK for the first time with 2 foreigner friends coming May. We are adventurous and don’t mind tenting and cook our own foods. Kiram’s Village looks gorgeous, certainly a great place to spend a night before climbing. Can you give me more details please? It would be great if you can advise on how to go about booking for Kiram’s Village, getting a pass to climb Mt KK, and advise on some activities we can do together after climbing…
March 14th, 2009 at 1:48 pm
Hi Dr. Izad,
Thanx for the highlight. I spent last weekend there.
Absolutely enjoyed myself.
If u walk out of the place towards the golf club,
u get one of the best views of the mountain u can find.
Mr. Kiram even gave us students a nice discount.
March 16th, 2009 at 1:08 am
Hi! That place looks fantastic! i’m actually in the midst of planning a climbing trip in August and my friends and i are trying our best to shun away from the kinabalu park accomodations. Could you provide me with the contacts? Thanks a dozen!!
March 16th, 2009 at 11:05 am
Hi, is there availability on 28th-29th march? we are abt 6 persons arriving in kota kinabalu on friday 28th 11 PM. also wondering whether we can start the mt kinabalu climb early morning saturday (say 5 am) with guide and return the same evening, since we dont have acco in laban rata. Many thanks in advance. Looking forward to your reply.
March 16th, 2009 at 11:08 am
sorry i meant on 27th - 28th march, and arriving kota kinabalu friday 27th 11 PM
March 16th, 2009 at 3:32 pm
I am glad that you enjoyed the place!
March 16th, 2009 at 3:38 pm
hi.. this plase looks absolutely wonderful. please email me the details eg rates and contact numbers. etc
thanks a million
March 16th, 2009 at 5:13 pm
I have stayed at the Kinabalu park, but this place looks awesome, can you pls provide the rates, the booking procedures and the contact person together with emails add.
March 16th, 2009 at 5:21 pm
Assalamualaikom!
Tq, cantik nampak tempat nih!
28feb hari tu panjat low’s peak. Turun 1mac. Agak2nya bila dah berusia emas dah cukup 3 kali panjat. Lepas ni boleh lepak kat sini pulak! In Sya Allah
Tq.
March 16th, 2009 at 5:32 pm
Going to climb kinabalu in november. we are a small group of first timer…really excited bout it but still has not manage to start our fitness training due to excessive workload or perhaps all of us are just hiding under the pretence of workload to avoid doing the ‘training’ hehe…
would appreciate if you could provide us with the info on kiram village (rates, how to get there, early bird rates etc)
cheerio…
March 16th, 2009 at 6:47 pm
Bro..it’s so picturesque. Bilalah aku nak fit boleh panjat the Majestic Mt tu.
wait till i come back in 2 years. We ‘ll have a ‘medica unplugged’ or ‘Zoom 25 ‘ reunion..amacam?
March 17th, 2009 at 8:31 am
@PAMEE: Boleh bah kalu kau…
March 17th, 2009 at 4:13 pm
let me know what is your rate?
March 18th, 2009 at 3:56 pm
looks great. what is the rate?
March 18th, 2009 at 5:17 pm
Hi Drizad
Look like a must visit for me and my family to this Kiram’s Village on my coming trip to KK this May!
Can you pls email me the contact no of the person incharge at Kiram’s Village or informations about the accommodation/activities available!
Thanks!
March 19th, 2009 at 2:19 pm
Hi Dr Izad,
Bule email the rates to me.
We will be having our family holiday in Sabah in October
Group of 10 ppl with 3 kids
bule forward also cara nak ke sana
i mean jauh x dr bandar Kota Kinabalu
Thanks
March 20th, 2009 at 1:59 pm
Hi Drizad,
Heard that from May onwards, all climbing to Mt KK will be at least 3D2N? No more 2d1n.. Looking forward to your reply..
Thanks!
March 24th, 2009 at 11:57 am
Hi Drizad,
I’m very interested to have the details, could you please email me the info.
Thanks and have a great holiday.
March 24th, 2009 at 3:35 pm
Hi
how long will it take if we want to go to mesilau gate from kiram village? is this within walking distance? if not, any transportation available?
what type of room suitable for 4 adult? what is the price. We are looking forward to staying there on 8th april and checkout early morning 9th april for climbing.
kindly send a reply to my email too.
March 24th, 2009 at 8:16 pm
Hi, googled out this website. Excellent information you have. Can I have information on the rates and how to book it?
I will be in KK early April. Thanks.
March 25th, 2009 at 2:27 pm
what is the rate for the accommodation and please provide me more details. Thanks
March 26th, 2009 at 9:11 am
You need to contact Sutera Sanctuary Lodges to book.
March 26th, 2009 at 9:12 am
Have not heard about it, but then, it’s Sutera’s choice.
March 26th, 2009 at 12:58 pm
Hi there.
Our CIMB’s recreation club is organising a trip to ranau tis coming 1st May 2009. Can u provide us with details/room rates and how many room available. And also advice us if the date is available for us to stay at tis amazing place! Thank u!
March 30th, 2009 at 12:53 pm
email sy gia deteil kiram’s
Thx’s
April 1st, 2009 at 10:56 pm
Hi, I would like to know how much is your rate for a two room chalet? And is there a contact number that I can call? Thanks
April 2nd, 2009 at 8:03 am
@Nelly: You may want to contact the owner, Mr. Jamalul Kiram himself about the price here: jamalulk@streamyx.com or call his mobile phone number +60198213443.
April 5th, 2009 at 10:33 pm
Very nice place……..
April 8th, 2009 at 3:33 pm
Hi Dr Izad,
Can I get the contact for this place and the rates. How far is it from Kinabalu Park HQ?
April 9th, 2009 at 9:10 am
i’m interested & may i know the rate for 2px tentatively scheduled on 26/04/09 ~ 28/04/09?
thanks.
April 9th, 2009 at 5:37 pm
area cantik rasa terpegun memandangnya ,ada dorm tak? saya naik mount kinabalu seorang pd 11 june 09,bagi rate dorm atau chalet ok!,ada kenderaan hantar ke Mesilou tempat mula pendakian & berapa tambangnya dari kiram village? no hp 019-8648044 mohamad khir bin johari
April 10th, 2009 at 11:02 pm
how far away is i from the town centre?
April 11th, 2009 at 9:13 am
It’s about 90km from Kota Kinabalu city.
April 14th, 2009 at 1:52 am
Dear friend
I would like to stay your cottage for 2 nights for 2 adult so please give me your best price….july 2009
Regards
Rafeaqe
April 21st, 2009 at 10:28 pm
Your articles are really awesome!, Thanks for sharing your interests; Thanks for your post!
April 22nd, 2009 at 12:10 am
Hi, I just wanted to congratulate you for the contribution you have made good, this information is super
April 24th, 2009 at 11:03 am
hi there
pls give me the contact details
thku
harry
April 24th, 2009 at 11:55 am
Harry, if you scroll up, you’ll find the contact details. Or you could try googling “Kiram’s Village”.
Have fun!
April 30th, 2009 at 12:38 am
Hi.. I would like to know what is the rate staying in this place. Hope can get it soon. I am going bck kk on the 4th may only for a week… I hope I can come and stay at this place. Love to make a review.
Thanks..
May 4th, 2009 at 9:43 am
@Cathj: Please contact Mr. Jamalul Kiram himself for the details. jamalulk@gmail.com
May 4th, 2009 at 12:35 pm
Hi there! Thank you so much for introducing us to Kiram’s village! It was magical!! What a perfect way to have a final relaxation/preparation before hiking up Mt Kinabalu! We were overwhelmed by the beauty, peace, nature, incredible butterflies and mostly by Kiram’s friendship and kindness! I would love to be there again right now! Thank you so much. I can recommend this place to everyone wishing to relax, recharge and reconnect in Sabah, and what amazing views!!
Regards,
Julie
May 4th, 2009 at 2:24 pm
@Julie: Glad that you enjoy Kiram’s Village!
May 4th, 2009 at 5:09 pm
Wow….beautiful chalets! Please send me more details about these chalets, ie. how many can beds in each, facilities and rates. Thanks.
May 6th, 2009 at 11:36 am
mohd khir….thanks for giving me Jamalul’s HP.
Have a enjoyable stay.
May 11th, 2009 at 10:51 am
hi,
can send me more details..?
pic inside the houses, price…?
looking forward to the harvest fest holiday..
thanks…
regards,
Ivan_CK
May 12th, 2009 at 11:59 pm
I am one of the ‘victims’ of Sutera Santuary Lodges! I would like to know more about Kiram Village. When is the website be ready?
May 18th, 2009 at 12:32 pm
Assalamualaikum Dr…
I have made a tentative booking with SSL for a 3D 2N climbing package to the summit via Laban Rata on 8 June’09. No payment has been made just yet. It’s wonderful to know that there is alternative accomodation around the park beside SSL. If I decide to stay at Kiram’s village, can I cancel the 1st nite accomodation with SSL but retain the 2nd nite stay at Laban Rata? That would mean reaching the Park early on the 2nd day from Kiram’s village, right? What is the distance if I’m driving? Please help me out as my 9 year-old daughter is looking forward to a good time on the mountain. I’d appreciate if you can hook me up with Encik Jamalul Kiram via email with contact numbers thrown in in case of last minute arrangements.
Thank you and Wassalam!
May 19th, 2009 at 12:12 pm
Do i need a 4 wheel to get there? How can i make booking. Would appreciate if you can email me details
May 21st, 2009 at 11:59 pm
pls send me more details type of rooms, rates, contact person, etc..
May 24th, 2009 at 11:35 am
Salam …..I like this place, so nice n peaceful, wish i can go there next year.
Price ok or not? Mohd Khir please email me photo if u stay kat sana.
zihan672@yahoo.com.my
May 24th, 2009 at 7:50 pm
I would like to stay a night at one of your chalet on 6th June 2009, how do I pay for the booking, thks!
please reply me at jollyg@sabah.net.my
May 26th, 2009 at 1:01 pm
Salam..after reading such a very interesting review/comments..macam best je!!..can u give me additional details (rates..reservation..etc2…)..maybe early june nak cuti2 malaysia dekat KK..thanks..
June 2nd, 2009 at 3:17 pm
Lilibu63…terimakasih kembali
June 4th, 2009 at 12:54 pm
Please email me the rates and any other info? I plan to stay there with my wife 2 nights.
June 5th, 2009 at 5:21 pm
Please email me the rates? I plan to stay there with my parents and wife and five year old daughter for one night..
June 8th, 2009 at 9:58 pm
Hi,
May I have more photo’s inside the chalets especially can accomodate abt 6person and the rate too, planning to go in March’2010, while waiting to book for a stay in Laban rata.
Regards.
Sharon
June 10th, 2009 at 5:34 pm
hi
just want to check. if we book at kiram’s chalet, how do we proceed with the arrangement for our climb - we are planning to ascend via mesilau trail? we have to head back to kk park to register & come back to mesilau trail? is there any other way to do it?
June 13th, 2009 at 3:35 pm
Hi
We intend to climb Mt Kinabalu on the 2 of July and are looking for some accomodation for 4 people
I am also after the inf as stated in the emails in your blog
July 2nd, 2009 at 12:24 pm
My trip to Kiram’s Village last week was absolutely enjoyable. My hubby and my friend Hafiza loves the flowers at Kiram’s. Nice view. InsyaAllah will be there again next time!
July 8th, 2009 at 10:11 am
En. Jamalul
thank you for the arrangement & it was an enjoyable stay @ your chalet. Too bad we spent less than 24hrs at your chalet. next trip will definetly stay a bit longer & enjoy the view
July 12th, 2009 at 10:30 am
salam…
saya nak tahu chalet untuk tiga bilik ada tak. Berapa harganye…
July 21st, 2009 at 3:20 pm
i plan 2 go there on 8/8/09…izzit available? 6pax…
July 29th, 2009 at 4:04 pm
Hi,
We would like to know what is the rate for a family unit for check in on 16/3/2010 for 2 nights stay.
What is the facilities provided for each room. Can I have the room photo. How is the road condition
from Kundasang toward Kiram’s Village Mesilou.
Regards,
MK
September 28th, 2009 at 7:22 pm
saya memang da lama teringin nk bermalam kat mesilau so berapakah harga 1 bilik untuk 2org?
October 5th, 2009 at 11:32 am
look nice, i would like to find a chalet in 15 february 2010,staying for 2 day 1 night,amount of people of staying is 20 person and 3 small kids any recomment chalet are suitable for this large amount of person??
can i have kiram’s village contact number please ???any website specific only for kiram’s village ?please reply me thru my email …
thank you very much
October 7th, 2009 at 12:09 pm
HI,
Can i know more details of the travel spot if i would like to bring my parents and also my sis’ family with 2 children?
Can i know the rate of the chalet and also how to travel to Kiram’s village and where should i landed?
Appreciate if i could have more of the picture inside, surrounding view of the village.
Thank you
October 14th, 2009 at 5:48 pm
hi,
pls send me the detail. rate for 11Nov2009.
3 adult
3child
October 22nd, 2009 at 7:47 pm
Hi,
Can i know more about the chalet location and rate. I am planning to have a family gathering for this coming X’mas.
Highly appreciate for your early reply.
Thanks & regards.
Jade
October 28th, 2009 at 11:17 pm
Hi there,
Can you email me the details of some good accommodation in Kundasang - Kiram?
What is the best way to get there? Is there any local car hire?
We are a family from the kangarooland.
November 3rd, 2009 at 10:02 pm
I nak booking pd 19 and 29 dec 2009. ada kosong tak big family. the biggest challet available.
November 4th, 2009 at 9:45 pm
can you email me the detail of packages(price) that you offer?
November 10th, 2009 at 4:59 pm
saya nk ke kundasang 26/1/10.ada kosong tak utk fmly besar,dlm 15org. brp hg semlm.
tq
November 24th, 2009 at 9:32 pm
hi there, what is the recent rate for your chalet?
tq
December 6th, 2009 at 7:41 pm
Hi,
I dah nak give up cari accomodation near kundasang. Do hv any chalet available on 27 Dec 2009 to accomodate 4 adult & 3 child?
tq
December 7th, 2009 at 10:57 pm
Hi guys! For more info on kiram’s village, they have their own website now. Its up and running, so you guys can check it out. Here’s the link:
http://kirams-village.com/
I hope u all have a great time there since the owner and his family is very friendly and gracious indeed (based on my own personal experience since i’ve stayed there, the accommodations are very clean and neat btw). Thanx and have a nice day! =)
December 8th, 2009 at 11:49 pm
COOL…Wonderful & fantastic place. I hv a great time there. Congratulations & thank you to Mr Jamal for all compliments.
December 31st, 2009 at 12:21 pm
Hi,
Is it far from Kinabalu Pine Resort?
January 14th, 2010 at 5:18 pm
Can u pls furnish us te rates for family of 15 people? Te travel date will be either on te 4th or 9th sept 10. Thks.
January 25th, 2010 at 8:29 pm
We plan to visit Kundasang on the 31/01/2010, 5 adults
please adv. details rates..food….
thanks
February 1st, 2010 at 4:32 pm
Hi..this place looks so ‘at home’..I would like to know the rates for 2 person.Thx!
February 2nd, 2010 at 5:43 pm
Hi..just want to enquiry, i’ve plan to holiday at kundasang together with my family (8 adults and 4 children) please advise on room rates, and also halal food that we can get there. thanks so much
February 8th, 2010 at 4:01 pm
CAN U GIVE UR CONTACT NUMBER???
February 8th, 2010 at 6:33 pm
hi
saya azhar othman
ingin bertanya berapakah harga chalet 1 malam utk 5dewasa dan 1 kanak kanak.
boleh memasak k? apa facility yang ade spt tv, dll
tq
azhar othman
March 10th, 2010 at 11:34 pm
Hello, we (2+2+3=7 persons) are going to Kinabalu Park and Poring Springs in August. I need accommodation for 2 nights. Could you send me room rates and some more details? How to book?
March 13th, 2010 at 12:44 am
ooo.. i really miss tiz place..
i’ve been there…
i live at the celery room…
wat a view!!
btw, congrats yo!!