Which Southern Homestay unit is best for a couple?

A studio suits 1–2 people — a hotel-style room with a kitchenette and washing machine. The refundable deposit is RM100.

What deposit do Southern Homestay units require?

Refundable deposits are RM100 for a studio and RM150 for a 2-bedroom unit, returned after checkout.

Studio or 2-Bedroom? Picking the Right Unit for Your Stay

Q: Is a 2-bedroom cheaper than two hotel rooms?

For 3–5 people a 2-bedroom unit usually works out cheaper per person than two hotel rooms, and you get a shared living area. The deposit is RM150.

Pick a studio for 1–2 people (RM100 deposit) or a 2-bedroom for 3–5 people (RM150 deposit) — for 3+ people a 2-bedroom unit is usually cheaper per person than two hotel rooms.

Studio — best for 1–2 people; refundable deposit RM100.
2-bedroom — best for 3–5 people; deposit RM150; usually cheaper per person than two hotel rooms.

We run around a dozen studio and 2-bedroom units at KSL D'Esplanade in JB city centre, right above what's downstairs at KSL City Mall. Here's how to choose without over- or under-booking.

Which unit is best for couples and solo travellers?

A hotel-style room with your own kitchenette and washing machine. Ideal for 1–2 people on a shopping or food weekend. Refundable deposit: RM100.

A small studio-style room with a kitchenette beside the bed, shown as a generic example — Generic illustration of a studio layout: sleeping area and kitchenette in one room. This is not one of our units. Photo: Shadiac, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Which unit suits small families and friend groups?

Two proper bedrooms, a living room and full kitchen. For 3–5 people this usually works out cheaper per person than two hotel rooms, and you get a shared space to gather at night. Deposit: RM150.

What about bigger groups?

For 6 or more people, we can arrange two units close together in the same building — message us your group size and we'll suggest the best combination for your dates.

A 3D floor plan showing a two-bedroom apartment with living room, kitchen and balcony — Generic 3D floor plan of a two-bedroom apartment: two bedrooms, a shared living area and kitchen. Not our exact layout. Image: slb808501, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

How do you pick the right unit?

Quick facts

Studio: a single open room with a kitchenette, ideal for 1–2 people.
2-bedroom: two bedrooms plus a living room and kitchen, ideal for 3–5 people.
Both are serviced condo units at KSL D’Esplanade, above KSL City Mall.
Ask us for current rates on your dates; they change with weekends and holidays.

What are the pros and cons of a studio?

Pros: cosy, easy to keep tidy, and the natural pick for a couple or solo traveller who mostly sleeps and showers between meals out. Cons: everything shares one room, so if one person sleeps early or wakes late, the other feels it. A studio is not the best choice if you plan to cook a big meal or host friends in the evening.

What are the pros and cons of a 2-bedroom?

Pros: real privacy, a place for the family to gather, a full kitchen for breakfast or a simple dinner, and room to spread out luggage and shopping bags. Cons: it is more than you need for one or two people, and it can be less convenient if your group wants a single bed for everyone. For families, see our Johor Bahru with kids guide for ideas once you have picked your unit.

Which one should I book if I am undecided?

Ask yourself three quick questions. How many people will sleep there? Will anyone need a private space to work or rest? Will you cook or mostly eat out? If the answers are two people, no, and eat out, book the studio. If they are three or more, yes, or a bit of both, the 2-bedroom is usually the better fit. Still unsure? Send us your dates and group size on WhatsApp +60 12-708 8789 and we will suggest one honestly.

Count your group, then ask us what's available for your dates — weekend and holiday pricing differs, and we'll tell you straight which setup is the better deal that night. See our Studio and 2-bedroom units or WhatsApp us and we'll reply fast. Southern Homestay operates studio and 2-bedroom serviced condos at KSL D'Esplanade in Johor Bahru, with refundable deposits of RM100 (studio) and RM150 (2-bedroom).