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Kota Kinabalu hostels

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Best Kota Kinabalu hostels

Most recommended Kota Kinabalu hostels

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Victoria Hotel & Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Front desk
68 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
X-Plorer Backpackers - Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
X-Plorer Backpackers - Hostel
8.4 Very good
195 ﷼+
195 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Skypod Hostel
8.2 Very good
49 ﷼+
49 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Eb2 Hostel
8.9 Very good
26 ﷼+
26 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Jiran Hostel
8.9 Very good
60 ﷼+
60 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Signel Hostel
8.8 Very good
75 ﷼+
75 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Grapevine Garden
8.7 Very good
64 ﷼+
64 ﷼+
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
Hood - Hostel
8.6 Very good
23 ﷼+
23 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
H2 Segama Backpacker
7.5 Good
34 ﷼+
34 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
The Bunk - Hostel
6.4 Okay
38 ﷼+
38 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Red Palm Hostel
9.2 Wonderful
56 ﷼+
56 ﷼+
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning

Kota Kinabalu hostels near the city center

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Jesselton Cabin - Kota Kinabalu - Bedroom
Jesselton Cabin
8.5 Very good
38 ﷼+
38 ﷼+
Homy Seafront Hostel - Kota Kinabalu - Dining room
Homy Seafront Hostel
9.1 Wonderful
48 ﷼+
48 ﷼+

How much is a Kota Kinabalu hostel?

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Good to know

Low season

May

High season

July

Average price (weeknight)

39 ﷼

Average price (weekend night)

53 ﷼
Cheapest month to stay with an average 28% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 76% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu

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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 May and November.
  • 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 Wednesday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Saturday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 65 days before your stay to get the best price for a Kota Kinabalu hostel.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Kota Kinabalu

  • How much does a hostel cost in Kota Kinabalu?

    Hostel prices in Kota Kinabalu can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is 15 ﷼ but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as 5 ﷼ in the last 3 days.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Kota Kinabalu?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is 15 ﷼ compared to 64 ﷼ for a night in a hotel.

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