Hostels in Sabah, Malaysia

Hostels in Sabah, Malaysia

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75
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
At Jiran Hostel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests.Complimentary internet access is available in the hostel to ensure you stay connected during your visit.For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage. At the hostel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures.Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Jiran Hostel with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping.Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hostel. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber.A selection of rooms feature linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. In certain rooms, the hostel offers visitors access to a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker and instant coffee. In the hostel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. At Jiran Hostel, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost.

"Facilities: The toilets and showers are communal, mixed-gender, but there is a dedicated women's restroom. Cleanliness: Someone cleans thoroughly every day. Environment: It's located behind Gaya Street, about a five to six-minute walk to get there. The rooms have ventilation and air conditioning, while the common areas have fans and AC. There's also free cold and hot water, a refrigerator, and simple bread available for breakfast. Service: Check-in times are quite strict; Ctrip states 2:30 PM, but it's actually 3:00 PM."
Great
133 reviews
9.3/10
1 night
From AU$ 13
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77
Hotels in Sepilok
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage
Very Good
51 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From AU$ 24
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99+
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
Featured facilities: Shared Kitchen
Amazing
126 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
From AU$ 17
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99+
Hotels in Semporna
Featured facilities: Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Very Good
165 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From AU$ 17
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41
Hotels in Semporna
Featured facilities: Luggage Storage
Very Good
88 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From AU$ 8
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81
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
With a stay at Signel Hostel, you'll be centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, within a 5-minute drive of Imago Shopping Mall and Local Fruits Market. This hostel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Anjung Kinabalu and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Warisan Square. Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room. Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and refrigerator in a common area. Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

"Great value for budget travelers! Signel Hostel is very affordable and the rooms are very clean. The staff are super polite, friendly, and helpful. I really appreciated the bed setups—each comes with a personal reading light, a power outlet, a small shelf, and even a few clothes hangers, which was a very thoughtful touch! A few practical things to note before booking: There is no elevator, so carrying heavy luggage up the stairs can be challenging. The bathroom facilities are a bit old, limited in number, and the shower area is unisex/shared for both men and women. Overall, considering the cheap price, cleanliness, and wonderful hospitality, it’s still fantastic value for money!"
Very Good
121 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From AU$ 9
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15
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
Located in Kota Kinabalu, Vibrant Hostel is a great base to explore the city from. Staff at this property's front desk can speak 3 languages, including English.

"hye. the lady at front counter very amazing, very friendly and helpful. the room is also tidy, just nice for 1-2 traveller. however, there are some amenities that are broken..the plug in the room is broken, so i can only use one plug. and the door at the ladies toilet also broken and very dangerous because it can. falll and hit others. i hope the technical and management team are aware of this. they need to check often. other than that im satisfied. especially the location since it is very very near to the entrance of imago mall."
Very Good
5 reviews
8.5/10
1 night
From AU$ 16
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93
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
With a stay at Oikos Poshtel in Kota Kinabalu (Downtown Kota Kinabalu), you'll be steps from Imago Shopping Mall and 5 minutes by foot from Gleneagles Hospital. This hotel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Plaza Wawasan. Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a hair salon, and a television in a common area. At Oikos Poshtel, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 10 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers, hair dryers, and slippers.

"The hotel is right next to the Imago shopping mall, and there are many choices of restaurants. I have stayed here several times. It would be more convenient for guests if a value rack could be added next to the washbasin."
Very Good
25 reviews
8.0/10
1 night
From AU$ 36
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28
Hotels in Sandakan
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Shared Kitchen
Very Good
12 reviews
8.1/10
1 night
From AU$ 13
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6
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
The Superb Ocean Themed Homestay @Sutera Avenue Kota Kinabalu provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. Visitors to Kota Kinabalu will find that the Superb Ocean Themed Homestay @Sutera Avenue Kota Kinabalu is a fantastic accommodation choice. Boasting a convenient location, the hotel is just 7km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 7km from Negeriagung Train Station. Seeing Kota Kinabalu's sights from this hotel is easy with Village Beauty&Wellness, Kota Kinabalu City Park and Yen I-Tera Care Health And Beauty all close by. When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities. This Kota Kinabalu hotel features parking on site.
1 night
From AU$ 199
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DZ Backpackers

8.7/10
Very Good
Posted on May 26, 2026
GBAnonymous User
Very nice staff. Good location. Clean, Qiet. Peacfull. Ment to stay 2 day, but keep extending my stay. After all I stayed there week. Hostel offering transwers to the Tawau airport for 30 myr.
Price per night fromAU$ 8

Tanini Sepilok Formerly Known As Nature Lodge Sepilok

8.6/10
Very Good
Posted on May 11, 2025
Guest User
It's not far from RDC and the Orangutan Conservation Center. The sanitation is good, the environment is nice and quiet, and the front desk service is good. One thing to note is that it's not so easy to get a taxi from there to the city. I waited for 20 minutes before I got one.
Price per night fromAU$ 24

Kuree Hut

8.8/10
Very Good
Posted on Jan 28, 2026
Guest User
Location is centrally placed in the Town and with that comes some annoyances: street noise, stray fighting dogs and loud neighbours, including some guests who ignore the ” from 10pm quiet rule ” ear plugs are essential. Outdoor shoes to be removed at the front door. 100Riggit is taken at checkin and reimbursed on check-out. I had the double bunk bed room. Comfortable wide bed with bedside lamp ,a bonus. No wardrobes,could do with more hanging hooks. Shared bathrooms. There were three showers and three toilets which I never had to queue for one. Each shower room and toilet was supplied with flipflops. Loads of 'do's' and 'don'ts” notices everywhere with threats of heavy monetary penalties. AC worked well, I hate hard floors so used soft slippers in my room. Everywhere is spotlessly clean in the common areas as mentioned, although my room wasn't or rubbish emptied in the three days I was there. The kitchenette was adequate for hot drinks but someone else was cooking breakfast in the microwave. Resident cat's still present. The bus terminal for Tawau is about 50metres down the road,extremely convenient!
Price per night fromAU$ 22

Escape Backpackers KK

7.9/10
Good
Posted on Aug 14, 2025
CNXuan er.
The room was very comfortable, and there was a free breakfast every day. The front desk wasn't open 24 hours, but there were multiple staff members during the day. There were two toilets, one of which was large. There were two shower rooms. There was a place to cook and a refrigerator. Most of the guests were middle-aged.
Price per night fromAU$ 5

Signel Hostel

8.9/10
Very Good
Posted on Jul 20, 2026|Bed In Side Entry Single Bunk Bed (Shared Bathroom, Air Conditioner)
MYJoeatonthego
Great value for budget travelers! Signel Hostel is very affordable and the rooms are very clean. The staff are super polite, friendly, and helpful. I really appreciated the bed setups—each comes with a personal reading light, a power outlet, a small shelf, and even a few clothes hangers, which was a very thoughtful touch! A few practical things to note before booking: There is no elevator, so carrying heavy luggage up the stairs can be challenging. The bathroom facilities are a bit old, limited in number, and the shower area is unisex/shared for both men and women. Overall, considering the cheap price, cleanliness, and wonderful hospitality, it’s still fantastic value for money!
Price per night fromAU$ 9

Margo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

8.2/10
Very Good
Posted on Aug 2, 2026|Queen Room With View
AUmusafir berkelana
The hotel room was decent, and the location is strategic, close to a laundry and most importantly, very near Imago. The price was reasonable for the room chosen.
Price per night fromAU$ 31

Greenage MingSuite Kota Kinabalu

7.8/10
Good
Posted on Aug 1, 2026|One Bedroom Suite (Rose)
MYAnonymous User
I had a wonderful stay at Greenage Ming Garden Suite. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable, with all the necessary amenities provided. The location is convenient, making it easy to access nearby restaurants and attractions. The staff were friendly, professional, and always ready to assist, which made the overall experience even more enjoyable. Everything was well maintained, and I truly felt relaxed throughout my stay. I highly recommend Greenage Ming Garden Suite to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable place to stay, and I would definitely choose to stay here again in the future.
Price per night fromAU$ 23

Luna Capsule

8.1/10
Very Good
Posted on Feb 14, 2026
Basyir Umar Iraji
Im over there stay even a day but im satisfied Near access to Main town and mosque al well
Price per night fromAU$ 10

Memory Boutique Hotel

7.8/10
Good
Posted on Mar 4, 2026
Guest User
I arrived in Tawau at 3 PM, but the airport didn't allow overnight stays, so I had to head to Semporna three hours earlier. Coincidentally, the front desk staff that day didn't speak Chinese or English, so we communicated using a translation app. It went smoothly; they allowed us to rest in the lobby and use the public restrooms. They were really kind and friendly throughout. After daybreak, we left our luggage there and went island hopping. We checked in upon our return in the evening. The cleanliness was good, and I didn't find any mosquitoes. My only minor regret was not having a place to hang my washed clothes, but thankfully, summer clothes dry quickly. The location is great, with plenty of food and drink options downstairs, including restaurants and supermarkets. Overall, for the price, I was very satisfied. If I go back, I'd definitely consider staying here again. I forgot to take photos of the hotel, so I'll just use my island hopping pictures instead.
Price per night fromAU$ 27

Vibrant Hostel

8.5/10
Very Good
Posted on May 2, 2026
USGuest User
hye. the lady at front counter very amazing, very friendly and helpful. the room is also tidy, just nice for 1-2 traveller. however, there are some amenities that are broken..the plug in the room is broken, so i can only use one plug. and the door at the ladies toilet also broken and very dangerous because it can. falll and hit others. i hope the technical and management team are aware of this. they need to check often. other than that im satisfied. especially the location since it is very very near to the entrance of imago mall.
Price per night fromAU$ 16

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the popular Hostels in Sabah?

Whether you are travelling to Sabah for business or tourism, Margo Hotel Kota Kinabalu (from AU$ 38) , Greenage MingSuite Kota Kinabalu (from AU$ 29) and Lodge 37 (from AU$ 23) are preferred.

How much is the average rate for Hostels in Sabah?

For Hostels in Sabah, the average price on weekdays is AU$ 61, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is AU$ 62.

What deals are available for Hostels in Sabah?

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Property Information for Tourists

Total properties28
Number of reviews3,251
Weekday Avg. PriceAU$ 61
Weekend Avg. PriceAU$ 62