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Victoria Hotel & Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Front desk
Victoria Hotel & Hostel
6.8 Okay
DowntownR390+
R390+
Free Wi-Fi
X-Plorer Backpackers - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
X-Plorer Backpackers
8.2 Very Good
DowntownR513+
R513+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Akinabalu Youth Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Akinabalu Youth Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Akinabalu Youth Hostel
8.6 Very Good
DowntownR339+
R339+
Free Wi-Fi
Eb2 Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Living room
Eb2 Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Living room
Eb2 Hostel
8.8 Very Good
DowntownR132+
R132+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Jiran Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Jiran Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Jiran Hostel
8.9 Very Good
R301+
R301+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Signel Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Balcony
Signel Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Balcony
Signel Hostel
8.7 Very Good
DowntownR345+
R345+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Skypod Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Skypod Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Skypod Hostel
8.5 Very Good
R245+
R245+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Grapevine Garden - Kota Kinabalu - Patio
Grapevine Garden - Kota Kinabalu - Patio
Grapevine Garden
8.7 Very Good
R301+
R301+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Red Palm Hostel - Kota Kinabalu
Red Palm Hostel - Kota Kinabalu
Red Palm Hostel
9.2 Wonderful
DowntownR282+
R282+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Borneo Backpackers - Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers - Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers
7.7 Good
DowntownR301+
R301+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Borneo Gaya Lodge - Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Gaya Lodge - Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Gaya Lodge
8.2 Very Good
DowntownR357+
R357+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Aeropod Hostel Economy Twin Room - Kota Kinabalu
Aeropod Hostel Economy Twin Room - Kota Kinabalu
Aeropod Hostel Economy Twin Room
6.1 Okay
R401+
R401+
Parking
Air conditioning
The Bunk - Hostel - Kota Kinabalu
The Bunk - Hostel - Kota Kinabalu
The Bunk - Hostel
8.2 Very Good
DowntownR188+
R188+
Free Wi-Fi
Balada Hostel - Kota Kinabalu
Balada Hostel - Kota Kinabalu
Balada Hostel
7.5 Good
DowntownR132+
R132+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
H2 Segama Backpacker - Kota Kinabalu
H2 Segama Backpacker - Kota Kinabalu
H2 Segama Backpacker
7.5 Good
DowntownR132+
R132+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Aeropod Hostel Economy Deluxe King Room - Kota Kinabalu
Aeropod Hostel Economy Deluxe King Room - Kota Kinabalu
Aeropod Hostel Economy Deluxe King Room
6.9 Okay
R395+
R395+
Parking
Air conditioning

Kota Kinabalu hostels near the city centre

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Toojou Kota Kinabalu - Kota Kinabalu - Lounge
Toojou Kota Kinabalu
8.9 Very Good
DowntownR564+
R564+
Homy Seafront Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Dining room
Homy Seafront Hostel
9.1 Wonderful
DowntownR242+
R242+
Nusantara Mattwaddien Hostel - Kota Kinabalu
Nusantara Mattwaddien Hostel - Kota Kinabalu
Nusantara Mattwaddien Hostel
7.1 Good
DowntownR245+
R245+
Vibrant Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Vibrant Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Vibrant Hostel
9.1 Wonderful
R412+
R412+
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Low season

December

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

R372

Average price (weekend night)

R182
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Most expensive month to stay with an average 51% rise in price.
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Top tips for finding Kota Kinabalu hostel deals

  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 65 days before your stay to get the best price for a Kota Kinabalu hostel.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Kota Kinabalu

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Kota Kinabalu?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is R18 compared to R70 for a night in a hotel.

  • How much does a hostel cost in Kota Kinabalu?

    Hostel prices in Kota Kinabalu can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is R18 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as R5 in the last 3 days.

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