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Faloe Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Faloe Hostel is set in Kota Kinabalu, within 1.8 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 4.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

S
Sandro
From
Switzerland
One of my best hostel stay! Very helpful and lovely staff. Comfy beds and very modern place in general. I felt like home. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews
Price from
US$22.61
1 night, 2 adults

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.

P
Patrik
From
Singapore
Best value for money ever. The beds feel luxurous and everything else is just normal and works. Staff was super friendly and knows many languages fluently.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
Price from
US$19.04
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.

F
Francesca
From
Australia
The family rooms had pretty much their own level and own bathrooms. Despite the hostel having other rooms, they were all in other levels so it was quiet. We ended up staying again when we came back to KK at the end of our trip. It was too good! The location was very convenient being next to the shopping centre. Perfect for buying travelling essentials, eating or just strolling.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews
Price from
US$24.58
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...

M
Marta
From
Netherlands
Located in the city centre, clean and comfortable. Shops and restaurants nearby. Recommended.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 reviews
Price from
US$22.17
1 night, 2 adults

Akinabalu Youth Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Akinabalu Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

M
Mierlyiesangiela
From
Malaysia
Near to the gaya street market
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
US$26.65
1 night, 2 adults

Concrete Jungle Cabin

Kota Kinabalu

Concrete Jungle Cabin is set in Kota Kinabalu, within 4.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of Likas City Mosque.

B
Basil
From
Australia
Really cool vibe. Met some awesome people here from other western countries and played many games of pool. The staff are awesome too, the owner stopped by for a bit and bought beers for us to enjoy.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
Price from
US$21.42
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.

Y
Yang
From
United States
Tidy, clean, peaceful, friendly staff, awesome location (5 min walk to the quay)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
Price from
US$27.60
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.

V
Van Engelen
From
Belgium
The lady was verry friendly and helpfull and she gives you much information You feel welcom and at home here The breakfast was verry good, and everry day different You can't be better of for this prise. I could use the washing machine for Free
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 411 reviews
Price from
US$10.58
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, 158 reviews
Price from
US$30.93
1 night, 2 adults

Nusantara Mattwaddien Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Nusantara Mattwaddien Hostel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 11 km of International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC and 2.9 km of Signal Hill Observatory.

H
Hairuddin Bin Husaini
From
Malaysia
Comfortable and the staff is good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews
Price from
US$14.25
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.

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  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 221 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 137 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, 411 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 495 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,248 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 409 reviews

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.

    From US$8.08 per night
  • 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$65.28 per night
  • Located within 1.1 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 3.8 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Borneo Forest Hotel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota Kinabalu.

    From US$34.69 per night
  • 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$41.12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 411 reviews

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

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Hostels that guests love in Kota Kinabalu

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  • Avg. price/night: US$22.61
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 495 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$24.99
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 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$23.13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,248 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$23.13
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,248 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