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Homy Seafront Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Homy Seafront Hostel is located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.2 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.3 miles of North Borneo Railway.

R
Robbie Bell
From
New Zealand
Good location , close to plenty of food options. Breakfast was simple, but good.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,253 reviews
Price from
$19.79
1 night, 2 adults

Faloe Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Faloe Hostel is located in Kota Kinabalu, within 1.1 miles of Filipino Market Sabah and 2.6 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

N
Natalie
From
Singapore
The staff were superb. Sya the receptionist in particular is very hospitable and helpful: no task or question will make her flinch or nervous. She is incredibly helpful and a net positive to the hostel with her work attitude. The housekeeping cleaners are very diligent with their work and never slacked off. Smoking corner has good ventilation and there is plenty of seating and power outlets. Also a tv with cable and spare computer, card games and board games. Laundry is affordable at 12 MYR for dry and wash and the staff will help you with it. There are ample toilets and shower and the place is very clean. Lots of hooks to hang your clothes. You can leave your bags and relax in the common area after checking out. The private room was extremely comfortable and spacious and the AC was strong. Tours are on offer and you pay in cash. Staff know exactly what they are doing and they are honest - I forgot to take out my money from my shorts pocket and the staff returned it to me promptly when doing my laundry. Very easy to make new friends here and it is a social place. Will come back!!!!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 493 reviews
Price from
$20.77
1 night, 2 adults

Project X Scuba

Semporna

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

D
David Raniero
From
Italy
The staff were extremely kind and helpful. Dorms are nice! Rooftop area and near everything you need in Semporna! Soon enough they will be a full fledged dive school as well but for now they are able to organize your certifications with real good schools nearby! Yet they still offer diving with a great dive master if you already have the OWC.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews
Price from
$17.13
1 night, 2 adults

The Nest Hostel

Semporna

The Nest Hostel is offering accommodations in Semporna. The property provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. At the hostel each room has a private bathroom with a shower.

J
JIAN
From
South Korea
The location was great, easy to get around! The owner was very welcoming and hospitable, during our stay we had a great time there! We also had the pleasure meeting other guests, lovely people!! Staying in this place was the highlight of our trip
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 55 reviews
Price from
$27.93
1 night, 2 adults

Dazzle Home Aeropod

Tanjong Aru

Located within 3.5 miles of Filipino Market Sabah and a 4-minute walk of North Borneo Railway, Dazzle Home Aeropod provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Tanjong Aru.

D
Duncan
From
Malaysia
The simplicity and value for money.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews
Price from
$19.79
1 night, 2 adults

Agape Hostel

Sibu

Agape Hostel provides accommodations in Sibu. The property has a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews
Price from
$21.01
1 night, 2 adults

Concrete Jungle Cabin

Kota Kinabalu

Concrete Jungle Cabin is located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.5 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.2 miles of Likas City Mosque.

S
Sherlynee Raera
From
Malaysia
I loved how comfy the bed is. The showers and toilets were separated and kept clean by the care takers. Though I have to keep quite all the time as the dorm was also occupied with other travellers. I checked in quite late and stayed only for 6 hours and prior to my late arrival, as the reception is only available for 12 hours, the management sent me a message on Booking for self check-in which was so convenient and great especially for a late check-in. Thank you for the auntie who was there to help me out as well. Loved her vibe! Place is situated at the heart of Gaya Street, right in front of Jesselton Hotel and quite close to Wisma Merdeka (which was my main purpose to go there). I'm grateful for the locker underneath. Got to store my luggage inside safely, whilst I roam around the street. Affordable? Definitely Location? Yes Clean and comfortable? Yes Would I book here again? Yes
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
$21.99
1 night, 2 adults

DZ Backpackers

Semporna

DZ Backpackers provides air-conditioned accommodations in Semporna. The property has a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. The rooms in the hostel are equipped with an electric tea pot.

B
Bobbie Irvin
From
United States
Location is close to the central district/jetty. Cool produce market outside (durian). The staff is very kind and helpful. Breakfast, snacks, bottled water, and even laundry including soap is included.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews
Price from
$20.89
1 night, 2 adults

Upspot Kuching Waterfront Premium Hostel

Kuching

Located in Kuching, 5.2 miles from Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, Upspot Kuching Waterfront Premium Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

A
Armand
From
Malaysia
A very comfortable and old school style hostel. The bed and blanket are very comfortable to sleep and i really enjoyed the quietness of the place.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 455 reviews
Price from
$22.43
1 night, 2 adults

Signel Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within a 6-minute walk, Signel Hostel has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

X
Xin Leh
From
Malaysia
Very modern design, superb location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 359 reviews
Price from
$19.55
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: $25.66
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: $87.90
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 traveler
Avg. price/night: $35.63
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 traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 194 reviews
Budget for backpacker travel
Guest review by
Mohamed
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $18.33
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - 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.
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Louise
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $25.66
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
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Thomas
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $28.50
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: $33.25
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Excellent - 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
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RatuMas
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - 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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