Hostels in popular neighbourhoods in Kota Kinabalu
Below are the most popular neighbourhoods in Kota Kinabalu to stay in, as well as some of the best hostels in each area
Downtown
Search hostels in DowntownEscape Backpackers Kk
Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Akinabalu Youth Hostel
1st To 4th Floor, Lot 133 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Cheap hotels in Kota Kinabalu
These hotels usually make for a cheap way to stay in Kota Kinabalu
Escape Backpackers Kk
Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Vibrant Hostel
Level 1 - 5, Unit 29, Building No E, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Signel Hostel
No. 20-1, Lot 1, 1st Floor, Block G, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Homy Seafront Hostel
A-G-18 Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Get the best value hostel in Kota Kinabalu
These hostels have the best prices for their ratings
Escape Backpackers Kk
Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Homy Seafront Hostel
A-G-18 Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Vibrant Hostel
Level 1 - 5, Unit 29, Building No E, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Signel Hostel
No. 20-1, Lot 1, 1st Floor, Block G, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Toojou Kota Kinabalu
No 12, Jalan Masjid Lama, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
When to book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu
Check out the information below to find the best deal on a hostel in Kota Kinabalu
| Low season | December | cheapest month to stay |
| High season | October | most expensive time to stay |
| 56% | expected price decrease | |
| 40% | expected price increase |
Price | £4 - £15 |
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| Cheapest day of week | Monday | is the cheapest day of the week to book |
| Highest day of week | Sunday | is the most expensive day of the week to book |
| £4 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day | |
| £15 | is the average per night cost for a hostel on this day |
Information about staying in Kota Kinabalu
Read these important travel tips before booking a hostel in Kota Kinabalu
What is the average length of a stay in a Kota Kinabalu hostel?
When staying at a hostel in Kota Kinabalu, momondo users, on average, stay for 4days. The average price for a 4-days stay at a Kota Kinabalu hostel typically costs £50.
Are Kota Kinabalu hostels a better deal than Kota Kinabalu hotels?
On average, a hostel in Kota Kinabalu will cost you £13/night which is 58% less than 2 star hotels, 42% less than 3 star hotels, and 50% less than 4 star hotels. Based on this data, staying at a hostel would be more ideal than 2 star, 3 star or 4 star accommodations if you’re looking to save some money on your Kota Kinabalu trip.
What do past momondo users think of the hostels in Kota Kinabalu?
On average, momondo users have rated Kota Kinabalu hostels a 8.5 out of 10. This rating is better than 1-star (8.0), 2-star (7.8), and 3-star (8.4) hotels in Kota Kinabalu. If you are looking for a comfortable and budget-friendly stay in Kota Kinabalu, momondo and its users would recommend looking into a hostel.
How many operators does momondo search for hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
As of April 2025, there are 1,910 operators available to choose from for hotels in Kota Kinabalu.
When did momondo last update prices for hotels in Kota Kinabalu?
Prices for hotels in Kota Kinabalu refresh daily.