Jalan Sinsuran 3, Sinsuran Complex No. 20-1, 1st floor, Block G, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
#29 of 168 hotels in Kota Kinabalu
Guests' ChoiceBased on 222 hostel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: September 5, 2025
Hanil
Malaysia1. 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
Fiza_meow
MalaysiaEverything just great
Having space for eat and relax
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 30, 2025
Mishel
MalaysiaWindows 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
Ahmed
BruneiClean and comfortable
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 21, 2025
Azzumar
Malaysia-
Safety good
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 17, 2025
Sidney
United KingdomExtended 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
Sidney
United KingdomNothing 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
Maria
ItalyThe 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
Korbinian
GermanyNarrow and not well maintained entrance
Nice hangout are and room
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: August 2, 2025
Cavan
United KingdomThe 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
Xin
MalaysiaVery modern design, superb location.
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: June 21, 2025
Juan
CanadaClean, comfortable and super well located
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 20, 2025
Mia
United KingdomThere 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
Farhana
MalaysiaNothing
Everything
Stayed in June 2025
Reviewed: June 9, 2025
Robyn
United KingdomN/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
Kundou
MalaysiaEverything
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: May 29, 2025
Hanil
Malaysia1. 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
Chamindu
Sri LankaAll ok
Nice and smart
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: April 30, 2025
Alicia
FranceAmazing 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
Otey
IndonesiaNothing
The location, the staff and the hostel itself
Stayed in April 2025
Reviewed: March 26, 2025
Samantha
ItalyToo small, no space
Good beds
Stayed in March 2025
Reviewed: March 16, 2025
James
CanadaThe 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
Monique
SwitzerlandThe 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
Kundou/james
United KingdomPerfect. 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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