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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Feb 6 — Feb 72
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Tips for booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Kota Kinabalu. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on January 30, 2025.
Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Kota Kinabalu:$13/night
Cheapest price found:$4/night
Cheapest day:Monday
Most expensive day:Tuesday
$6 - $19
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
$4 - $19
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hostels in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Discover affordable stays in Kota Kinabalu that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kota Kinabalu can be found for as low as $8 per night. There is currently one property in Kota Kinabalu that can be booked for this price. Escape Backpackers Kk is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2025
For those on a budget, these are the cheapest hostels available in Kota Kinabalu for the selected dates. Consider alternative dates if you're able to compare prices.
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Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$8
Avg. per night
1st And 2nd Floor, No.74, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.8 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$10
Avg. per night
1st To 4th Floor, Lot 133 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.6 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air Conditioning
$11
Avg. per night
No. 17, Jalan Sentosa, Kampung Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
$16
Avg. per night
1st Floor, 106/108, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.7 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air Conditioning
$27
Avg. per night
House 35, Jalan Setesen Jalan Mat Salleh, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
2.0 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air Conditioning
$36
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Kota Kinabalu

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Kota Kinabalu. There are 1,846 properties in Kota Kinabalu and price data was last updated on January 30, 2025. The average price for a hotel in Kota Kinabalu is $13/night.
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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
Airport shuttle
$18
Avg. per night
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
Airport shuttle
$51
Avg. per night
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.2 mi from city centre
Air Conditioning
Airport shuttle
$18
Avg. per night
41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.0 mi from city centre
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
$52
Avg. per night
No 4, Lorong Api-Api 3, Api-Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 mi from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$49
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Kota Kinabalu to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on January 30, 2025.
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Facts about staying in Kota Kinabalu

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kota Kinabalu to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on January 30, 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

    On average, it’s $13/night for a hostel in Kota Kinabalu, though $11/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $4/night in Kota Kinabalu. Try to avoid booking your hostel in January (the most expensive month). Booking in January (the cheapest month) could save you money.

  • What hostel is closest to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    If you’re looking for hostels in Kota Kinabalu that aren’t far from Kota Kinabalu Airport, then the closest one is Dock In, which is 1.7 mi away.

  • What area of Kota Kinabalu is most popular to stay in?

    While there are other neighborhoods throughout Kota Kinabalu, 3% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Downtown in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Escape Backpackers Kk is our most popular hostel in this area.

  • Should I stay in a Kota Kinabalu hostel?

    Staying at a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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