The OYO Home 90430 Mountain Resthouse is located in Ranau and offers budget hotel with standardised amenities at the best value. It has a plethora of attractions, including 12 km from Ladang Tenusu Desa Cattle and 7 km from Kundasang War Memorial.
It's about five minutes walking from the Kinabalu park headquarter to the guest house. The room is simple, with basic facility. The view to the valley from the public balcony is great. Two girls manage the guesthouse now, who are very nice, kind, and helpful. There are still some shortcomings: the water heater doesn't work in my room, so I have to use the public bathroom; sometimes the socket in the room has no power, so you have to charge the mobile in reception. Anyway, the room is worth the price. It's good for long-term staying. As for life convenience, there are several restaurant nearby. One is at east, 89 station, for about 10 minutes walking; there is also a small shop besides. The other is at the west, container box restaurant, also about 10 minutes walking. At the ground floor of the headquarter, there are some local people providing local food for the climbers, and there is also a small shop at the same place. But they all finish very early at about 8:30am, after the climbers leave. Anyway, from what I have experienced, the mountain resthouse is not as bad as the former comments mentioned. If u want to hike in the park or climb the mountain, this is a good budget option for u.
The hotel's cleanliness was top-notch, the rooms were immaculate! The food was absolutely delicious, a treat for the taste buds! The check-in experience was smooth and hassle-free. Couldn't have asked for a better stay! Highly recommended!