Kota Kinabalu hostels
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Best Kota Kinabalu hostels
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Victoria Hotel & Hostel
AED 59+
AED 59+
Free Wi-Fi
AED 68+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Skypod Hostel
AED 48+
AED 48+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Akinabalu Youth Hostel
AED 55+
AED 55+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 59+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Eb2 Hostel
AED 26+
AED 26+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Jiran Hostel
AED 51+
AED 51+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Grapevine garden
AED 59+
AED 59+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Hood - Hostel
AED 22+
AED 22+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Cozy Hostel
AED 40+
AED 40+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
H2 Segama Backpacker
AED 29+
AED 29+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 88+
Parking
Air conditioning
The Bunk - Hostel
AED 37+
AED 37+
Free Wi-Fi
Red Palm Hostel
AED 55+
AED 55+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Nusantara Mattwaddien Hostel
AED 44+
AED 44+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
AED 81+
Parking
Air conditioning
Kota Kinabalu hostels near the city centre
Jesselton Cabin
AED 50+
AED 50+
Homy Seafront Hostel
AED 44+
AED 44+
Vibrant Hostel
AED 44+
AED 44+
Signel Hostel
AED 40+
AED 40+
How much is a Kota Kinabalu hostel?
Here are our most popular & best value hostels2 stars and below
Good to know
Low season | September |
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High season | June |
Average price (weeknight) | AED 40 |
Average price (weekend night) | AED 34 |
When to book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu
Price per night / 3-star hostel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
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Top tips for finding Kota Kinabalu hostel deals
- If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Kota Kinabalu, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Kota Kinabalu in September and February.
- Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Kota Kinabalu if you stay on a Saturday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Tuesday.
- If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 17 days before your stay to get the best price for a Kota Kinabalu hostel.
FAQs when booking a hostel in Kota Kinabalu
What are the best hostels near Wisma Merdeka?
Wisma Merdeka is a popular area in Kota Kinabalu and there are many hostels closeby. Check out Signel Hostel or Escape Backpackers Kk for hostels recommended by KAYAK that are within walking distance of Wisma Merdeka.
Where to find the best hostels in Kota Kinabalu?
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