Hostels in Sabah, Malaysia
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Closest to downtown
Highest Rated
99+
Very Good
171 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From BRL 62
74
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
At Jiran Hostel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hostel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage. At the hostel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures.Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Jiran Hostel with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hostel.Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience.In certain rooms, the hostel offers visitors access to a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker and instant coffee.In the hostel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. At Jiran Hostel, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost.
"The location is excellent, close to the beach and convenient for Gaya Street, with plenty of food and drink options nearby. However, the layout is a bit impractical; the toilet is too far from the 4-person room. Having to cross a public area to get to the bathroom in the middle of the night is really inconvenient. Everything else was acceptable."
Amazing
127 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
From BRL 59
58
Hotels in Sabah
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage
Very Good
48 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From BRL 135
74
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
With a stay at Signel Hostel, you'll be centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, within a 5-minute drive of Imago Shopping Mall and Local Fruits Market. This hostel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Anjung Kinabalu and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Warisan Square.
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a communal living room.
Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and refrigerator in a common area.
Make yourself at home in one of the 30 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchenettes. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
"Hi Singnel Hostel, I only stayed for about 2 hours last night while waiting for my flight. The place was very comfortable and satisfactory for someone like me looking for temporary accommodation. I didn't expect such good satisfaction for such a cheap price, especially for budget travelers like me. Besides that, the hostel also provides lockers for personal belongings for safety. The atmosphere is neat and comfortable, and there are curtains for privacy, haha. Thank you, Singnel Hostel! And thanks to the guy at the reception last night too."
Very Good
122 reviews
8.8/10
1 night
From BRL 36
99+
Amazing
107 reviews
9.6/10
1 night
From BRL 54
36
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
Featured facilities: Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen, KTV
Very Good
14 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From BRL 47
28
Very Good
48 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From BRL 38
20
Hotels in Sabah
New YX oasis hotel is the perfect place to unwind after a day of travel or work.
Very Good
8.2/10
1 night
From BRL 155
15
Hotel near City Center,Kota Kinabalu
Located in Kota Kinabalu, Vibrant Hostel is a great base to explore the city from.
Staff at this property's front desk can speak 3 languages, including English.
"hye. the lady at front counter very amazing, very friendly and helpful. the room is also tidy, just nice for 1-2 traveller. however, there are some amenities that are broken..the plug in the room is broken, so i can only use one plug. and the door at the ladies toilet also broken and very dangerous because it can. falll and hit others. i hope the technical and management team are aware of this. they need to check often. other than that im satisfied. especially the location since it is very very near to the entrance of imago mall."
Very Good
5 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From BRL 67
40
Hotels in Sabah
Featured facilities: Laundry Service (On-Site), Luggage Storage, Shared Kitchen
Very Good
65 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From BRL 113
Latest Reviews for Sabah Hotels
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DZ Backpackers
8.7/10
Very Good
Posted on May 26, 2026
Anonymous UserVery nice staff. Good location. Clean, Qiet. Peacfull. Ment to stay 2 day, but keep extending my stay. After all I stayed there week. Hostel offering transwers to the Tawau airport for 30 myr.
Price per night from:BRL 38
Kuree Hut
8.9/10
Very Good
Posted on Jan 28, 2026
Guest User
Location is centrally placed in the Town and with that comes some annoyances: street noise, stray fighting dogs and loud neighbours, including some guests who ignore the ” from 10pm quiet rule ” ear plugs are essential.
Outdoor shoes to be removed at the front door.
100Riggit is taken at checkin and reimbursed on check-out.
I had the double bunk bed room. Comfortable wide bed with bedside lamp ,a bonus. No wardrobes,could do with more hanging hooks. Shared bathrooms. There were three showers and three toilets which I never had to queue for one. Each shower room and toilet was supplied with flipflops. Loads of 'do's' and 'don'ts” notices everywhere with threats of heavy monetary penalties.
AC worked well, I hate hard floors so used soft slippers in my room.
Everywhere is spotlessly clean in the common areas as mentioned, although my room wasn't or rubbish emptied in the three days I was there.
The kitchenette was adequate for hot drinks but someone else was cooking breakfast in the microwave. Resident cat's still present.
The bus terminal for Tawau is about 50metres down the road,extremely convenient!
Price per night from:BRL 113
Escape Backpackers KK
7.9/10
Good
Posted on Oct 21, 2025
M357943****
We stayed in this hotel for four people. Seriously, the people inside were very friendly. The old man with us was a house. The old man from Alaska was named Ben. He was humorous and talkative. I really hope I can go to live for a few more days next time. A photo of a happy diving in Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:BRL 18
Signel Hostel
8.8/10
Very Good
Posted on Jul 18, 2026|Bed In Side Entry Single Bunk Bed (Shared Bathroom, Air Conditioner)
Ayiee AiieHi Singnel Hostel, I only stayed for about 2 hours last night while waiting for my flight. The place was very comfortable and satisfactory for someone like me looking for temporary accommodation. I didn't expect such good satisfaction for such a cheap price, especially for budget travelers like me. Besides that, the hostel also provides lockers for personal belongings for safety. The atmosphere is neat and comfortable, and there are curtains for privacy, haha. Thank you, Singnel Hostel! And thanks to the guy at the reception last night too.
Price per night from:BRL 36
Tanini Sepilok Formerly Known As Nature Lodge Sepilok
8.6/10
Very Good
Posted on May 11, 2025
Guest User
It's not far from RDC and the Orangutan Conservation Center. The sanitation is good, the environment is nice and quiet, and the front desk service is good. One thing to note is that it's not so easy to get a taxi from there to the city. I waited for 20 minutes before I got one.
Price per night from:BRL 135
Luna Capsule
8.3/10
Very Good
Posted on Sep 26, 2025
M28293****
The room was clean, very clean. The air conditioner and bathroom were also very clean. Two people cleaned, and the sheets were changed immediately after each person left. The location is convenient for island hopping, about 800 meters away.
Price per night from:BRL 36
Memory Boutique Hotel
8.0/10
Very Good
Posted on Mar 4, 2026
Guest User
I arrived in Tawau at 3 PM, but the airport didn't allow overnight stays, so I had to head to Semporna three hours earlier. Coincidentally, the front desk staff that day didn't speak Chinese or English, so we communicated using a translation app. It went smoothly; they allowed us to rest in the lobby and use the public restrooms. They were really kind and friendly throughout. After daybreak, we left our luggage there and went island hopping. We checked in upon our return in the evening. The cleanliness was good, and I didn't find any mosquitoes. My only minor regret was not having a place to hang my washed clothes, but thankfully, summer clothes dry quickly. The location is great, with plenty of food and drink options downstairs, including restaurants and supermarkets. Overall, for the price, I was very satisfied. If I go back, I'd definitely consider staying here again. I forgot to take photos of the hotel, so I'll just use my island hopping pictures instead.
Price per night from:BRL 103
Vibrant Hostel
8.6/10
Very Good
Posted on May 2, 2026
Guest User
hye. the lady at front counter very amazing, very friendly and helpful. the room is also tidy, just nice for 1-2 traveller. however, there are some amenities that are broken..the plug in the room is broken, so i can only use one plug. and the door at the ladies toilet also broken and very dangerous because it can. falll and hit others. i hope the technical and management team are aware of this. they need to check often. other than that im satisfied. especially the location since it is very very near to the entrance of imago mall.
Price per night from:BRL 67
H2 Segama Backpacker
7.6/10
Good
Posted on Jan 30, 2026
라를리지외즈
The cleanliness and hygiene were on par with the price, but the bed, at least by my standards, was clean. The staff were very friendly and the location in a bustling area was a plus. If you're just looking for a place to sleep, it's fine for a one or two-night stay.
Price per night from:BRL 27
AE Semporna Guesthouse
7.3/10
Posted on Sep 22, 2024|Standard Double Room
Guest UserI stayed at the hotel for four days and felt very good. The hotel owner was very friendly and thoughtful. The relevant facilities and equipment are very complete, and the hot water is abundant. I recommend choosing this one, thank you
Price per night from:BRL 117
FAQ
What are the popular Hostels in Sabah?
Whether you are travelling to Sabah for business or tourism, Cube Bed Station & Tours Sdn Bhd (from BRL 86) , Lodge 37 (from BRL 87) and Kuree Hut (from BRL 97) are preferred.
How much is the average rate for Hostels in Sabah?
For Hostels in Sabah, the average price on weekdays is BRL 190, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is BRL 191.
What deals are available for Hostels in Sabah?
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Property Information for Tourists
| Total properties | 22 |
|---|---|
| Number of reviews | 2,496 |
| Weekday Avg. Price | BRL 190 |
| Weekend Avg. Price | BRL 191 |
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