Kota Bharu is the state capital and royal seat of Kelantan, as well as being home to Kota Bharu City. It is also located close to the Malaysia-Thailand border, perfect for those looking to see two countries in one go. Kota Bharu is filled with interesting architecture, from mosques to old royal palaces and former royal buildings. The area has a lot of interesting local cuisine, including nasi berlauk, nasi dagang, nasi lemak, and nasi kerabu. There are also many shopping destinations in Kota Bharu, including the famous Siti Khadijah Market in which almost all sellers are female. Are you looking into visiting this unique and culturally rich city and need a place to stay? You will find plenty of homestays and Airbnbs for comfy accommodation in the area. Continue reading to discover the top Airbnb vacation rentals in Kota Bharu, Malaysia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 17, 2025.
1. Functional apartment with a shared pool in Troika Residence (from USD 61)
This Airbnb accommodation in Kota Bharu, Malaysia, is situated inside the upscale building of Troika Residence. Best suited for four guests, the cozy bedroom comes complete with a king-sized bed while there is a floor mattress in the living area that ensures a good night’s sleep. Along with air-conditioning and heaters, a fireplace is also furnished that keeps the interiors warm and snug. Guests can curl up by the comforting embers on a drizzly afternoon and retreat to the joys of reading. The kitchen has a rice cooker among other modern appliances that lets you fix meals when hunger strikes.
A shared pool on the premises offers rejuvenation after a tiring day of sightseeing. Guests can enjoy a drink while relaxing in the cool water or swim a few lengths before calling it a night.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
1.08 km (0.7 mi) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
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host is very helpful and quick to response for any inquirythanks to the hostfriendly host highly recommended thank you so muchfeel like homey and everything was great the host is reachable and easy to communicatehost is responsive and instructions for check in and check out is very easyLocation:
great house with great locationgreat central location in kota bharu nearby the kb mall and close to everythinglocation was excellent and easy to check inrumah pun sangat2 bersih great centre location in kbnice place to stay in kota bharuCleanliness:
very clean and well equipped placeit's clean comfortable and beautifulvery well thought out place and cleannice hospitality and clean placeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
good host complete facilities inside the house and 5-star interiora very modern apartment with a good view over kota bharu check-in & out was very easyswimming pool also just great
2. Cozy apartment inside the D'Perdana building (from USD 48)
You will find this apartment for rent in Kota Bharu, Malaysia, approximately 18 minutes away from the airport. The one-bedroom rental is situated on the 23rd floor of the apartment building, D'Perdana. Guests can enjoy a day of retail therapy at the nearby Siti Khadijah Market. Back in the rental, a flat-screen TV promises a fun time. Other modern amenities include air conditioning and free Wifi.
On the eighth floor of the building, you will find an infinity pool awaiting you. You can dive inside and enjoy a refreshing dip on a hot afternoon.
When it comes to dining out, there are a couple of great eateries near the Airbnb such as Kopitiam Kita, Glewak Cafe, Restoran Nasi Ulam Cikgu, and Restoran Payang Serai that are must-visits.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
749 meters (0.5 ft) from Siti Khadijah MarketSuperhost
Accommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
rosman is a great hosten rosman is so helpfulhost very kind & friendlyrosman is super responsive and helpfulthe host also very friendly and easy to communicateLocation:
great apartment in a perfect locationnice house good location friendly ownernice place easy access plenty of parkingit’s a great place to staybest place to stay in townCleanliness:
clean and as per pictureclean and very cosya good bed and clean bathroomthe house is clean and very cozy looks exactly like the picturesthe unit is clean and everything works wellRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
wifi is excellent and all amenities function perfectlyoverall the stay was very good clean nice view from balcony and very comfortable seriously
3. Small family room in bed and breakfast (from USD 22)
This clean and comfortable room in a family-owned bed and breakfast is perfect for a small family trip or a romantic weekend getaway. The space can sleep two people and is equipped with a queen-sized bed, an ensuite bathroom, Wifi, and air conditioning. Guests can also relax in the home’s shared living room, browse the library, or watch TV, comforts that make the space a true home away from home. The property is well located, with easy access to the town’s amenities.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
1.81 km (1.2 mi) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
our host went out of his way to make us feel welcomefantastic hosts from start to finishvery helpful hosts they provided maps and useful info to usmichaels help at the embassy was particularly helpfulthe host was excellent in many waysLocation:
the location is perfect if you’re transiting through the airport for an early morning flightmichael picked us up at the bus station in kota bharu and was very helpfulthen in the morning they made me a wonderful breakfast before taking me back to the bus stationi stayed at michael and yc's place and the experience was fantasticwould definitely recommend staying at michael's place if you get the opportunityCleanliness:
comfortable and clean housingcomfortable double bed and clean bathroomthe place is clean and cozy as wellthe room is very clean and cosyit was clean comfortable quiet and safeRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the room has its own bathroom and air con comfort is therefore greatthe room was good; as expectedthe room was also excellent as was breakfast the next morninghis home is simple nice clean queen size bed with attached bathroom rattan sofas complete with air conditioningroom was perfect breakfast as well
4. Spacious studio at Kota Bharu City Point (from USD 85)
This house rental in Kota Bharu, Malaysia, is ideally located in the heart of the town. It is a walking distance from the area’s main activities, including a night market and a Friday market. The spacious and comfortable home can sleep up to four guests in two queen beds and is equipped with free unlimited Wifi, a small kitchen, and a flat-screen TV. A free parking space and laundry facilities are also available if needed.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
251 meters (0.2 ft) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
nice host and prompt responsewahida is such a great hostgreat host and easy to deal withpn wahidah is the perfect hostswahidah is a great host for her kindness and timely support during our stayLocation:
location is very good close to every thinggreat location spacious unit and ample car park at nightit's walking distance to the nearby tourist attractionsthe studio is beautiful and it's close to taxi and bus stationbest part of this unit was its location-market just walking distance awayCleanliness:
place is clean and comfortableclean & value for moneythe place is very clean and appears as describedthe bed sheets and comforters are clean and comfortableclean and comfortable the room is nice and bigRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
i like the cleanliness of the room the elegant designed whooping fast internet access cable tv rain showerthe house is spacious comfortable and the bed is spectacularthe actual room is better than the pictures
5. Villa Ayah in Kota Bharu (from USD 94)
This clean and modern apartment is the perfect place for a family get-together. The listing is made up of two apartments located on the first and second floor of the house. Based on availability, you can rent out either one. Guests have access to their entire floor, which can sleep up to six people, consisting of two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The space is equipped with air conditioning and a fully-stocked kitchen, and there is free parking available if needed. This rental is located close to the city center.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
3.01 km (1.9 mi) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
Host:
host was very friendly and attentivenice and friendly hosthost very responsive and helpfulrecommended stay pn rose was v responsive through the phone even though she was not personally aroundshar is very helpful & responsive to the enquiriesLocation:
good location for my tripsnice homestay and great locationpleasant stay good location will come againlocation wise easy to go around kbnice place for a family to stay and its near to the cityCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable placehouse is clean and the beds lines freshthe apartment is clean and comfortableeasy access clean & satisfactorily furnishedher place is clean cosy and comfortableRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
letak wifi lagi bestalso place is quite cozy and has natural alarm clocks to ready guests for the daynice and cozy villa with 2 bedrooms in a quiet area in town
6. Studio apartment at D'Perdana (from USD 45)
Guests will settle easily into this bright and airy studio apartment which can sleep up to four guests. The clean and comfortable apartment is air-conditioned and has free Wifi and movies, a 40-inch smart TV, a small kitchen for preparing light meals, a free parking space, and 24-hour security. The room’s windows offer a beautiful view of the city, and guests get free use of the building’s swimming pool and wading pool. The property is ideally located, with many restaurants and eateries within walking distance of the house.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
647 meters (0.5 ft) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner is friendly & punctualthe host also very helpful and kindthe host are so friendly toofast respond and very helpful hostowner ms lim is good to provide a comfortable and pleasant home for us with great facilitiesLocation:
strategic location nice poollocation is great and safethe location easy access to the city spot arealocation is good easy to get food aroundit has a free covered car park which is what i needCleanliness:
lim's place is very clean bedsheets and towels are clean toonice clean & new studiosclean and value for moneyclean cosy and quiet property2) clean and comfortable environmentRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
comfortable stay with good view and basic needs such as towels tooth brush charger wifi etc preparedvery good flat nice view nice swimming pool lot of thing for you cake coffee tea waternice view from the unit and the rooms smells so goodnice room with superb view love the room was so cleanpros:1) smart tv available can surf youtube spotify netflix etc
7. Spacious house near the city (from USD 78)
This farmhouse inspired building is large, clean, and airy, and is perfect for a large family vacation. The home can sleep up to 15 guests, with up to ten parking spaces available. Guests have access to the first and second floors of the house, with amenities including two kitchens, three living rooms, two televisions equipped with Astro, and a spacious, private, open-air balcony facing the river. The property is located in a quiet and peaceful area with beautiful views. It is less than 5 km (3 miles) from the airport and 15 minutes from the town.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
3.97 km (2.5 mi) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 15
Top guest reviews
Host:
the host was friendly and helpfulgreat host & great housethe host is very responsive and offers warm hospitalitygreat host and wonderful housethe best host i ever metLocation:
great location near the airport and not so far from kota bharu townnice place secluded near dusun and big housethis place is perfect for those who wants quiet space and village-feel stayi would recommend this place to anyone in a heart beata great place to stay to experience kota bharuCleanliness:
clean and newly furbished house with plenty of spacethe place is clean and spacious and very comfortable for all of usa spacious house and nice english conceptRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
even when you set the ceiling fan to full speed you can still feel the heat
8. Guest house in Kota Bharu (from USD 63)
Abdul’s condominium is bright and cozy and can sleep up to six guests in three bedrooms. In this guest house in Kota Bharu, Malaysia, you will have access to the entire space, which is equipped with air conditioning and has three queen-sized mattresses, an LCD TV with Astro, a fully-stocked kitchen, and a private parking area. Guests also have use of the building’s private gym and an infinity pool, and you can also enjoy beautiful views of the town. The property has easy walking access to a large variety of nearby restaurants.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
1.21 km (0.8 mi) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
host was great and helpfulthe security guard is friendly and very goodabdul hadi was very responsiveLocation:
location is good tooexcellent location convenient store within walking distancevery nice and clean house good location in the cityCleanliness:
apt is clean and well keptclean white towels provided for each roomsnice house clean and cozy roomslove the condo although not exceptionally clean but good enough & comfortablethe room is big cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very clean and this apartment offer you a wonderful view of kota bharunice comfortable place but would be perfect if the kitchen is better equipped
9. AmVilla Kota Bharu (from USD 102)
This modern and clean home is ideal for a large vacation or family trip, as it can sleep up to nine guests. The house is large and spacious, with its own private swimming pool and garden. This rental is equipped with air conditioning and Wifi, as well as laundry facilities and a kitchen. The building is close to the Kota Bharu city center but is located 600m (0.37 miles) from the main road, keeping the area quiet and peaceful.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
4.7 km (3.0 mi) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 9
Top guest reviews
Host:
host was very welcominggood host and spacious housebesides the host is friendly and helpful toogreat communication with the host and a very beautiful houseLocation:
the neighborhood is quiet and friendlyeasy access to other places in kota bharua good place to stay inRead more reviewsCleanliness:
it is clean too; clean floor clean beds clean toilets clean utensils clean kitchen etczahar's place is clean spacious and well appointeda very big house and clean
10. Family lodge (from USD 23)
This comfortable room is located on the second floor of Alam’s family home. The space is clean and bright and can comfortably sleep two guests on its queen-sized bed. Guests will enjoy the use of their own private ensuite bathroom and also have access to the house’s shared fridge and outdoor porch. There is free parking available if needed. The property is located in a quiet and peaceful area, ideal for relaxation.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
3.91 km (2.5 mi) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner mr alam was very friendly hosthis son is also kindfriendly and helpful hostoverall exceeded expectationssimple place kind and pleasant hostramzi and his little family are very kind and great hostsLocation:
i would definitely recommend staying at ramiza's place if you happen to travel through kota bharui will definitely suggest this place to my family members and friendsCleanliness:
the room was clean and adequately spacioushis house is very clean and classythe rooms are clean and spaciousthe room is so clean and tidya very neat clean and comfortable roomstayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
room includes an new air conditioner ceiling fan and dressing tablethe room was clean and of good quality and the air conditioning was greata private bathroom coffee in the room and a beautifully decorated room are very thoughtful touchesspacious room clean and has all the amenities that i need
11. Homestay in Cong Codei (from USD 30)
Up to four guests can stay in this modern and comfortable home. The newly built studio apartment is equipped with air conditioning, a high-speed internet connection, an LCD television with ASTRO, and a free parking space. Bike rentals are available for those looking to explore the city, but wheels are not necessary to get around as you can reach all the major attractions on foot. The property is near both bus and taxi stations, a shopping mall, and a number of tourist attractions, all within walking distance.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
423 meters (0.3 ft) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
warm host and splendid staytq host wan :)thank you for hosting usspecially thanks to host (wan) for being so helpful throughout our staywan is a great host who was on standby upon my arrivalLocation:
great location close (easy walking distance ) to the major attractionsgreat location with free basement parkinggood location next to big shopping mall and night marketthe location of this apartment is greatstrategic location value for moneyCleanliness:
cleanliness can be improvedeverything was clean and organizedspacious clean and quietthe apartment looks like the picture and it is clean with no bugswan's place is clean and cozyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
air conditioner is very coolfree wifi and njoi programmesthe wifi is superb with fast speed servicewe spent 2 nights and had a comfortable staythe toilet seems like unwashed especially the shower area and the floor
12. Fully-furnished modern home (from USD 98)
This airy apartment has beautiful views of the city and can sleep up to eight guests. The apartment’s large windows let in lots of natural light, and the modern decor makes the space clean and uncluttered. The rental has three bedrooms and six comfortable beds, a wireless internet connection, air conditioning units, and a television. Guests also have access to the building’s private swimming pool and gym, and free street parking is available if necessary. The accommodation is a ten-minute drive from the city’s Chinatown and a 20-minute drive from the airport. Many eateries and convenience stores are a short walk from the home.
Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia
6.1 km (3.8 mi) from Siti Khadijah MarketAccommodates: 12
Top guest reviews
Host:
the owner very2 greatthe host was very helpful and understandinghost is helpful and friendlyvivian was a great hostgreat host and good stayLocation:
location is very convenient and close to most attractions in kota bharugood location like the swimming poolwe will definitely choose vivian's place should we come to visit kota bharu againgood location easy to go around kb from heregreat place good location convenient with 2 keysCleanliness:
clean and beautifully decoratedso clean so spaciouscleanliness should be praisedthe place is clean n nicethe house very cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
nice view of kota bharu from the apartmentit has a wonderful view from the living room balcony and masterroom overseeing the town of kota bharuclean & comfortable place with near complete amenities with breathtaking view of kota bharu from 21st floorthere are nearby amenities and great pool for the kidsit's a nice stylish apartment with plenty of amenities
Adventure in Kota Bharu
Whether you are looking for a month of exploring the city or a relaxing weekend in the country, Kota Bharu has something for everyone. Book one of these Airbnb rentals today to start your adventure.
Should you also decide to venture out into the neighboring area, you will find cozy homestays near Pasir Mas, which is only a short drive away.
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