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Signel Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within a 6-minute walk, Signel Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

d
dan
From
China
Jeff was super nice and helped me change to a girl's room. The location of the hostel is also very convenient, there are supermarkets and night market nearby. It's only a 15 minute walk from the diving pier, very happy traveling time, next time I go to Kota Kinabalu, I will choose this place again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
Price from
$18.93
1 night, 2 adults

Vibrant Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.1 miles from Filipino Market Sabah, Vibrant Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

G
Garit
From
Malaysia
the staff really help me upon check in
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 452 reviews
Price from
$24.44
1 night, 2 adults

Space Cap Hotel

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu and within a 5-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah, Space Cap Hotel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

R
Rashida
From
Malaysia
Love the locations, the capsule smelled so good!!!!Rating it 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 244 reviews
Price from
$18.22
1 night, 2 adults

Borneo Gaya Lodge

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 10-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, Borneo Gaya Lodge has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

V
Valda Rudzisa
From
Latvia
I was happy to be there. Good location. Quiet place. Good WiFi. Very friendly and helpful owner. Thank you so much for your hospitality!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
Price from
$22.05
1 night, 2 adults

Jiran Hostel Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu and within a 15-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah, Jiran Hostel Kota Kinabalu has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

H
Haydi
From
Malaysia
I had a lovely stay at Jiran Hostel. It’s a quiet and peaceful place, perfect for relaxing for a few days while visiting Kota Kinabalu. The staff member, was incredibly helpful and kind, which made my stay even more enjoyable. One of the best things about this hostel is its location — it’s close to everything, especially the Jesselton Jetty for island hopping. There are also plenty of eateries nearby. I would definitely come back again!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 62 reviews
Price from
$27.46
1 night, 2 adults

Capsule Inn

Kota Kinabalu

Capsule Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.2 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 2.9 miles from North Borneo Railway.

R
Rosario
From
Italy
very clean, staff very helpful,, perfect location in the city center
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 223 reviews
Price from
$12.08
1 night, 2 adults

Escape Backpackers KK

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 4-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, Escape Backpackers KK provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

M
Mike
From
Malaysia
I could stay there forever. Stayed a few weeks. The staff went out of their way to accomadate any question. Breakfast was the best i have had from a hostel. Could not be happier♥️.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews
Price from
$10.52
1 night, 2 adults

Oikos Poshtel

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within a 18-minute walk, Oikos Poshtel provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant.

M
Majeedah
From
Brunei
Very near to Imago. The interior is very nice & cozy. Really comfortable. The wifi and A/C are both excellent. The washer and dryer were both a really good help for us that didn’t want to bring home dirty laundry
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
Price from
$30.77
1 night, 2 adults

H2 Segama Backpacker

Kota Kinabalu

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

A
Ahmad Muzammir
From
Malaysia
Good location. Friendly staff. Value for money
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
Price from
$11.50
1 night, 2 adults

Warisan Homestay 18pax Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Located within a 4-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah and 2.3 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Warisan Homestay 18pax Kota Kinabalu provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews
Price from
$60.12
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 215 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 150 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 132 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 407 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 496 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 452 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 355 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,245 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 411 reviews

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

  • Capsule Inn

    Kota Kinabalu
    Central location

    Located within a 11-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah and 1.9 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Capsule Inn provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Kota Kinabalu...

    From $8.04 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

    Aeropod Hostel Economy Deluxe King Room is offering accommodations in Kota Kinabalu.

    From $40.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

    Located within a 4-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah and 2.3 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Warisan Homestay 18pax Kota Kinabalu provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared...

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  • Dazzle Home Aeropod

    Tanjong Aru
    No credit card needed
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

    Located within 3.5 miles of Filipino Market Sabah and a 4-minute walk of North Borneo Railway, Dazzle Home Aeropod provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Tanjong Aru.

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  • Avg. price/night: $22.49
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 496 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $24.85
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 355 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $23.01
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,245 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $23.01
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,245 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 traveler