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Reviews of Signel Hostel

Jalan Sinsuran 3, Sinsuran Complex No. 20-1, 1st floor, Block G, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

#29 of 168 hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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Review Score

Based on 222 hostel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.7

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    9.1

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free Wifi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: September 5, 2025

    9.0
    Fantastic & Cheap Accommodation for Temporary Stay (Repeated)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    1. Surrounded by not well-maintained old buildings. But 'hey', it's a budget accommodation location. 2. It is difficult for Muslims to perform prayer due to the limited availability of space, but you can use the living space. 3. The corridor for capsules in the room is narrow, but I'm OK with it. 4. Be prepared for rooms with no windows and a blast of AC. A hostel blanket saved me.

    1. Value of money for backpackers. 2. Centralised and everything within walking distance, including local attractions. 3. Bed & pillow + blanket are comfortable. 4. Cold & hot water shower with good water pressure. Towel provided. 5. Clean & tidy with security.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 31, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything just great

    Having space for eat and relax

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2025

    7.0
    Location and stay good my trip.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night

    Windows are not soundproof. As the location is good, however as we are close to the main road. Vehicle sounds can be quite loud and noisy. The staircase up the hostel can be improved by making sure its clean and clear from debris.

    Jefferson is a superb host. He was friendly, engaging with all guests, making sure I was comfortable during my stay.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 28, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean and comfortable

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 21, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    -

    Safety good

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    8.0
    Would stay again for the price
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dorm
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Extended stay and was able to keep the same bed so that was helpful. Would stay again if in KK

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 17, 2025

    8.0
    Good value for money in the heart of KK
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dorm
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing major to report.

    Good area, easy access to the markets and bars. The hostel is clean and there’s a communal balcony. The pods were fairly spacious and didn’t feel cramped.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 10, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The bathroom was a bit crowded with no flat surface

    The staff was super nice and helpful, they upgraded my stay because they were fully booked and when the entire building went w/o water they went out pf their way to make it as easy as possible on us while the problem got solved

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: August 6, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Narrow and not well maintained entrance

    Nice hangout are and room

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: August 2, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The dorm room smelt really bad, some fresh air definitely needed from time to time

    Lovely and cheap

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: July 15, 2025

    10
    New, modern hostel with affordable price
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very modern design, superb location.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: June 21, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Clean, comfortable and super well located

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 20, 2025

    7.0
    Comfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There were gender toilets, but it was clear that men kept using the women’s bathroom. There wasn’t really any common space to eat (no food is allowed in the rooms).

    The beds were really comfy

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 18, 2025

    10
    Very worth money, easy to find food and everything
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 9, 2025

    10
    Thank you!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    N/A

    Lovely staff! Checked us in at 1.30am as our flight was delayed, even though reception closes at 11pm. Very grateful!

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: June 7, 2025

    10
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Everything

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 29, 2025

    9.0
    Fantastic & Cheap Accommodation for Temporary Stay (Repeated)
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    1. Surrounded by not well-maintained old buildings. But 'hey', it's a budget accommodation location. 2. It is difficult for Muslims to perform prayer due to the limited availability of space, but you can use the living space. 3. The corridor for capsules in the room is narrow, but I'm OK with it. 4. Be prepared for rooms with no windows and a blast of AC. A hostel blanket saved me.

    1. Value of money for backpackers. 2. Centralised and everything within walking distance, including local attractions. 3. Bed & pillow + blanket are comfortable. 4. Cold & hot water shower with good water pressure. 5. Clean & tidy with security.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: May 18, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    All ok

    Nice and smart

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: April 30, 2025

    10
    Amazing
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Amazing hostel, beds are really comfortable and huge. Staff is super welcome and the bathrooms are really clean. Location is also great

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: April 13, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    The location, the staff and the hostel itself

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: March 26, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Too small, no space

    Good beds

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2025

    8.0
    I enjoyed my stay here very much . It’s everything that I needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The common room is a little small but still comfortable

    Very great staff, very friendly and with good information. The location is good especially with having rented a scooter. The showers and bathrooms were nice

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dorm
    • Stayed 1 night

    The bathroom itself was not always top clean and there were some permanent stains on the towels. The room itself is very small but you can use lockers in the hallway.

    We arrived late and the staff was very helpful with the checkin. Overall staff was friendly. Good bed and very clean.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2025

    10
    Just Splendid.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Double Bed in Mixed Dorm
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Perfect. My stay at the hostel was absolutely brilliant. The vibe was well lush, and the staff were friendly especially Jeff. Really making you feel right at home. The rooms were tidy, and it had this proper chilled atmosphere, perfect for unwinding after a long day. I was made to feel like part of the fam, and the common room was always full of good banter. Not to mention, the location was spot-on, right in the heart of everything, so getting around was a doddle. Just the streets is full with cars everywhere so be careful crossing the road. Honestly, I had a cracking time.

    Stayed in January 2025

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