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Signel Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 500 metres, Signel Hostel offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

D
DUYOUNG
From
South Korea
Nice location. Friendly staff. Clean n comportable wiith affordable price :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
Price from
US$19.01
1 night, 2 adults

Vibrant Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah, Vibrant Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

L
Lena
From
Austria
Incredibly nice and helpful stuff! The rooms were comfortable and clean and the location was close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Can definitely recommend staying here when in Kota Kinabalu.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
Price from
US$24.54
1 night, 2 adults

Borneo Gaya Lodge

Kota Kinabalu

Situated within less than 1 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Borneo Gaya Lodge features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota...

R
Ricard Cristia
From
Spain
Great communication with the host! I made a mistake while booking the room, but he was really flexible and made my stay comfortable and made me feel welcome. Everything was spotless and had a pleasant smell. No noise outside.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
US$22.14
1 night, 2 adults

Jiran Hostel Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 1.3 km of Filipino Market Sabah, Jiran Hostel Kota Kinabalu has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

V
Veerle
From
Belgium
Pleasant and clean hostel, nice rooms with comfortable beds. Great location near the jetty. Possibility for self check-in. So very clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
Price from
US$27.57
1 night, 2 adults

Escape Backpackers KK

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 400 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Escape Backpackers KK provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

P
Petr
From
Czech Republic
You feel here like you are at home.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews
Price from
US$10.57
1 night, 2 adults

Oikos Poshtel

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 1.6 km, Oikos Poshtel provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant.

I
ItsYu
From
Singapore
The place less than 5mins walk away from Imago mall
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
Price from
US$30.89
1 night, 2 adults

H2 Segama Backpacker

Kota Kinabalu

H2 Segama Backpacker in Kota Kinabalu provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge.

H
Ho
From
Malaysia
Value for money and the staff is so friendly, good to stay here and near to town too
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
Price from
US$11.55
1 night, 2 adults

Warisan Homestay 18pax Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Located within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.7 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Warisan Homestay 18pax Kota Kinabalu provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom...

A
Amir
From
Malaysia
A good place for solo travellers..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews
Price from
US$60.36
1 night, 2 adults

Dazzle Home Aeropod

Tanjong Aru (Near Kota Kinabalu)

Located within 5.6 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 400 metres of North Borneo Railway, Dazzle Home Aeropod provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Tanjong Aru.

H
Hem Raj
From
Malaysia
Easy to access, Nearby airport within 7min, Fast reply from the property management, Value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews
Price from
US$19.25
1 night, 2 adults

Aeropod Hostel Economy Twin Room

Kapayan (Near Kota Kinabalu)

Located within 5.4 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 700 metres of North Borneo Railway, Aeropod Hostel Economy Twin Room provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kapayan.

R
Richard James
From
Malaysia
I liked that the location itself is not far from kk airport. The linens and the bed was considerably clean. Air conditioner was functioning. Thank God.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews
Price from
US$38.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

Most booked hostels in Kota Kinabalu and surroundings in the past month

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 217 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 153 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 408 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,251 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 410 reviews

Save money on hostels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.4
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

    Located within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.7 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Warisan Homestay 18pax Kota Kinabalu provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom...

    From US$65.19 per night
  • Dazzle Home Aeropod

    Tanjong Aru
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Located within 5.6 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 400 metres of North Borneo Railway, Dazzle Home Aeropod provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Tanjong Aru.

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Capsule Inn

    Kota Kinabalu
    Central location

    Situated within less than 1 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Capsule Inn features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

    Situated within 9.3 km of International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC and 11 km of Likas City Mosque, Aeropod Hostel Economy Deluxe King Room offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

    From US$41.07 per night

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Hostels that guests love in Kota Kinabalu

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  • Avg. price/night: US$22.58
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
    The full team is wonderful and they help you with everything they can. The hostel is pretty, clean and very well organized. The common areas are very cozy. This has been for me the best hostel in all Malaysia 🙂🙃🙂
    Guest review by
    Sonne_HD
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$24.95
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 357 reviews
    Modern furnishing and each pod feels very private which is nice. The area immediately outside the hostel doesn’t feel like the most inviting but is perfectly safe, and probably quite insightful. Very central (although not sure that really makes a difference- not huge amounts to do in the city)
    Guest review by
    Christopher
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$23.10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,251 reviews
    Amazing culture, stunning sunsets from the hostel panorama window and very clean! Definitely one of the very best hostels I’ve been in so far. Special thanks to Jenny of the hostel staff for integrating new people into the amazing social culture!
    Guest review by
    Ralf Johannes
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: US$23.10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,251 reviews
    This was without a doubt the best hostel I ever stayed in so far. It’s clean, safe, good facilities, nice rooms, nice kitchen and living room, super friendly people who work there,… I definitely go back!
    Guest review by
    Delphine
    Solo traveller