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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Borneo Gaya Lodge in Kota Kinabalu offers family rooms with air-conditioning and private bathrooms. Each room includes a bath and shower, ensuring a pleasant stay. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lounge, and a tour desk. The hostel provides a paid shuttle service and a reception staffed with English and Malay speakers. Prime Location: Located 3.1 mi from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the hostel is near attractions such as Filipino Market Sabah (less than 0.6 mi), KK Esplanade (4-minute walk), and Atkinson Clock Tower (1312 feet). Highly rated for its convenient and central location.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Airport shuttle
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Heidi
United States
“Excellent and friendly communication from booking andthroughout stay. Location is amazing as it’s in the heart of Gaya Street. I had a room on the back of the building, so there was no street noise, but front rooms probably would be pretty noisy....” - Siong
Malaysia
“Centrally located in town centre. The owner will whatsApp for the check in details or meet you at the counter at noon.” - John
China
“It’s located right at the center of the city, perfect! The price is reasonable and absolutely worth for its location and facility.” - Renata
United States
“Great location on Jalan Gaya. Good budget option, very clean!” - Valda
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!” - Jose
United States
“Can't get more central. AC was very cold. Wifi was excellent.” - Violaine
New Zealand
“Almost everything you need, comfortable, good location, easy to communicate with staff! Daily housekeeping!” - Barnaby
United Kingdom
“The location was perfect. Sunday and night market, and central for everything else. Clean and in good order. Very helpful friendly reception.” - Marta
Netherlands
“Located in the city centre, clean and comfortable. Shops and restaurants nearby. Recommended.” - Ian
Australia
“Very affordable and centrally located. Staff were very friendly and easy to communicate with.”
Area info
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.
Please inform Borneo Gaya Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.