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Homy Seafront Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Homy Seafront Hostel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 3.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.4 km of North Borneo Railway.

Á
Ábel
From
Australia
Very nice common area with a good view 😊 There was curtain on the beds it gave a lot of privacy, also it was spacious and clean.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,253 reviews
Price from
US$19.75
1 night, 2 adults

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.

C
Chang Hee
From
South Korea
It will be my best memoriable trip in my life. If you have plan to kotakina alone or with friends, you should come here. the host Syah and other guest was really kind and great. and the location, facillities are all good! I cant express with the word, plz just come if you want to more enjoy :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
Price from
US$20.73
1 night, 2 adults

Project X Scuba

Semporna

Located in Semporna, Project X Scuba offers a shared lounge. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared kitchen and free WiFi throughout the property.

N
Nguyen
From
France
Project X Scuba in Semporna is absolutely outstanding! Incredible dives, top quality gear, and a highly professional team that treats you like family from the moment you arrive. The atmosphere is warm, fun, and full of positive vibes, and the rooms are cozy and super comfortable, it’s perfect after an amazing day underwater. Truly a must-visit for anyone who wants unforgettable diving in Semporna !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
US$17.10
1 night, 2 adults

The Nest Hostel

Semporna

Located in Semporna, The Nest Hostel features free WiFi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

S
Shweta
From
United Kingdom
Such a lovely stay in Semporna! So clean, great facilities (hot water, washing machine, shared kitchen and dining area, slippers to walk around in). The highlight was the owner, he was SO KIND and friendly, always smiling, honestly one of the nicest guys we have come across travelling in Asia! He even sorted our laundry for us by splitting the load which he had no obligation to do. Little things like moving our trainers as the sun moved so they dried better. He's a gem and so is this place. 🫶🏽 very affordable too! You will feel at home here.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Price from
US$27.87
1 night, 2 adults

Dazzle Home Aeropod

Tanjong Aru

Located within 5.6 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 400 metres of North Borneo Railway, Dazzle Home Aeropod provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Tanjong Aru.

C
Christian
From
Spain
Limpio y cerca del aeropuerto
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
US$19.75
1 night, 2 adults

Agape Hostel

Sibu

Agape Hostel provides accommodation in Sibu. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. At the hostel, rooms have a balcony.

S
Shirley
From
Malaysia
Cleanliness, staff also very friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
US$20.97
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.

L
LILY
From
Malaysia
This is my second day i staying at the cabin, and it's very good and comfortable.. I like the air conditioning ngehehhe.. Totally highly recommended BROTHER!! ALL TRAVELLERS IN THE WORLD MAKE YOUR BOOKING TODAY!! STAY IN THE CABIN BE SIMPLE ENJOY THE MOMENT.. 🌍🗺️🛫
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
US$21.95
1 night, 2 adults

DZ Backpackers

Semporna

DZ Backpackers provides air-conditioned accommodation in Semporna. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. At the hostel, the rooms have a balcony.

V
Valdez
From
Australia
Absolutely amazing ! The location is great , near to the pier and surrounded by shops and places to eat ! You have a decent breakfast in the morning and a dispenser of hot/cold water to refill your bottle , that's great to avoid plastic ! The woman who runs the hostel is lovely and so kind , she's gonna help you with everything , the rest or the staff are great as well ! Bathroom are clean all the time , with soap and hot water ! Definitely the place to stay in Semporna !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
US$20.85
1 night, 2 adults

Upspot Kuching Waterfront Premium Hostel

Kuching

Located in Kuching, 8.3 km from Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, Upspot Kuching Waterfront Premium Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

Ł
Łukasz
From
Poland
Great working area and location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Price from
US$21.07
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.

O
Otey
From
Indonesia
The location, the staff and the hostel itself
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Price from
US$19.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 518 reviews
Clean, aircond is in good condition even though it was cheap hotel or hostel. The location is at the center of the city. Bedsheets was clean and smell good. Most importantly the towel they provide is clean and just like 5 start rated hotel
Guest review by
Lenny
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$25.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
The place was in a great location, near night markets and lots of coffee shops and restaurants for during the day. The staff were really helpful, leaving keys in a safe box for us to check in in the early hours. The room was comfortable and had everything we needed - great value for money and would recommend a stay here in KK!
Guest review by
Felicity
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$87.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 584 reviews
Wow, for a backpacker’s dormitory, never saw a place that clean, especially the bathroom. Very nice and within walking distance of the rainforest.
Guest review by
Thomas
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$35.56
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 294 reviews
Great stay for a low budget overall. Priced like hostel but its a private room.
Guest review by
Khengjoo
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Budget for backpacker travel
Guest review by
Mohamed
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$18.29
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
One of the best hostels I ever stayed! The location is great and the owners are very welcoming, friendly and helpful. The bed was really comfortable and everything was very clean. You can use the washer and dryer for 5MYR each. When I was there, there was a social vibe and the place feels like home.
Guest review by
Louise
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$25.61
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Clean everywhere, possiblity of double bed in dormitory, friendly stuff, professional orginiced, loggers are outside of the rooms in front of the desk - very safe and not so much noise in the rooms
Guest review by
Thomas
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$28.45
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 712 reviews
The staff is super friendly and helpful. The hostel is nice, everything you need/want for those prices. You can book different dive days trip in the hostel: cheap, good and EASY.
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Maite
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$33.19
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 431 reviews
- The staff very nice feel like stay in 5 star hotel - The bed so tidy and comfortable like 5 star hotel - The Bedroom and bathroom very clean - The hostel very safe - Have Lift - Variety Muslim food and convenience store just below the hostel - In front of shopping mall Imago - Very Near to the beach@Filipino market just 5@10 min by walking
Guest review by
RatuMas
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,253 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!
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Delphine
Solo traveller