Search Hostels in Kota Kinabalu

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your money for sightseeing. We’ve heard good things about this destination’s natural setting, including its island views and natural parks.

These dorm-style accommodations come in quite a few forms, but they all have three main things in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many have private options too).

Based on our customers’ reviews, these Kota Kinabalu hostels have the highest ratings: Grapevine Garden - Guests can enjoy free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find linens in all rooms. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms. Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu - Located steps from Imago Shopping Mall. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and a lift. Rooms come with towels, showers and lockers. Signel Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Property features include free WiFi, TV in a common area and multilingual staff. You’ll find towels, showers and TVs in all rooms. Escape Backpackers KK - Located within a 20-minute walk of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. You’ll find towels, showers and hairdryers in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Kota Kinabalu, one of Expedia’s 25 hostels might be a great option.

Good weather’s always better when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Kota Kinabalu are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 251 mm of rainfall.

In general, Kota Kinabalu is known for its boating opportunities, snorkelling and marina. Get out into nature with places such as Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Signal Hill Observatory Platform and Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre. Cultural attractions include Sabah State Museum and Mari Mari Cultural Village. Locals like to shop at Centre Point and Anjung Samudera.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Kota Kinabalu in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), located 4 mi (6.5 km) away from the city centre. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transport to get around. Train stations including Tanjung Aru Station and Putatan Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.