Hostels in Sabah, Malaysia

Hostels in Sabah, Malaysia

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99+
Hotels in Sabah
Featured facilities: Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Very Good
171 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From €11
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22
Hotels in Sabah
Featured facilities: Luggage storage
Very Good
79 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From €6
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74
Hotel near Kota Kinabalu 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
130 reviews
9.4/10
1 night
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67
Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu
Featured facilities: Shared kitchen
Good
20 reviews
7.9/10
1 night
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70
Hotel near Kota Kinabalu 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.

"My trip to Kota Kinabalu was unplanned and I bought my tickets only two days before flying. With such a last minute plan, I decided not to spend much on accommodation. I looked through a few hostel options online and this one stood out mainly because of its central location, so I went ahead and booked it. The hostel is very easy to locate. Just follow the signs and you will find it without any issue. It is on the first floor, which means you only need to go one level up from the ground. When I arrived, the staff were friendly and check in was fast. The same can be said about check out. Everything was simple. The bed was okay and quite standard for hostel stays. My bed was comfortable enough, had a window and came with a charging port which made things convenient. The bathroom was also fine. I only wish guests, especially ladies, would throw their hair into the dustbin instead of leaving it on the wall. It would make the bathroom nicer for everyone. All in all, it was a reasonable stay and matched what I expected for the price. Everything was generally good and okay."
Very Good
118 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From €6
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43
Hotels in Sabah
Featured facilities: Laundry room, Shared kitchen, Bar
Outstanding
69 reviews
9.8/10
1 night
From €23
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40
Hotels in Sabah
Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Luggage storage, Shared kitchen
Very Good
64 reviews
8.8/10
1 night
From €10
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99+
Hotels in Sabah
A newly build hotel located in the heart of Semporna town. Surrounding with a lot of facilities such as local restaurants, souvenir shops and 24hours mart. Nearby to bank, clinic, pharmacy and other facilities. Easily access to the nearby jetty for activities such as snorkeling, diving and island hopping either by taxi or just walk in.

"I honestly recommend this hostel! This place is very clean, bed is comfortable, they have also hot shower (!!!) . I would like to thank a beautiful girl on reception (sorry, I forgot your name)). She is so kind !!!! She has been helping me million times, because I had many asks of favors)))). And one more thing to prefer this hostel - there's no breakfast, but they serve some products for it, so you won't be hungry to start your day on early morning tour adventures))) thank you very much, guys)))"
Very Good
6 reviews
8.3/10
1 night
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15
Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu
Located in Kota Kinabalu, Vibrant Hostel is a great base to explore the city from. When staying at this hostel, you'll be 663m from Mountain Torq and 596m from Anjung Senja. Plus, Filipino Market is just 1.39 km away. Staff at this property's front desk can speak 3 languages, including English. The closest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, which you can reach by car in 16 min. From the property, the nearest train station is (JKNS) Tanjung Aru Railway Station, which takes 13 min to reach by car.

"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
4 reviews
8.7/10
1 night
From €12
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25
Hotels in Sabah
Featured facilities: Laundry service (on-site), Shared kitchen
Very Good
8 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From €8
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DZ Backpackers

8,5/10
Very Good
Posted on Mar 1, 2026
Guest User
The hotel facilities were excellent, the air conditioning worked very well, the showers were spotless, and there was even free breakfast and a washing machine. Moreover, the hotel staff were incredibly friendly and helpful; they even mailed my hat back after I left it at the hotel – I'm so incredibly grateful! I'll definitely stay at their hotel again next time I'm in Semporna!
Price per night from:€6

Kuree Hut

8,8/10
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:€10

Escape Backpackers KK

7,9/10
Good
Posted on Jun 19, 2025
Victor*
I had a great stay! The capsule-style bunk beds were clean, comfortable, and provided good privacy with personal lighting and charging ports. The room was cozy and well-maintained, and the shared space felt safe and quiet. Perfect for budget travelers. Would definitely recommend!
Price per night from:€1

Signel Hostel

8,7/10
Very Good
Posted on Dec 12, 2025|Bed In Side Entry Single Bunk Bed (Shared Bathroom, Air Conditioner)
MYAnonymous User
My trip to Kota Kinabalu was unplanned and I bought my tickets only two days before flying. With such a last minute plan, I decided not to spend much on accommodation. I looked through a few hostel options online and this one stood out mainly because of its central location, so I went ahead and booked it. The hostel is very easy to locate. Just follow the signs and you will find it without any issue. It is on the first floor, which means you only need to go one level up from the ground. When I arrived, the staff were friendly and check in was fast. The same can be said about check out. Everything was simple. The bed was okay and quite standard for hostel stays. My bed was comfortable enough, had a window and came with a charging port which made things convenient. The bathroom was also fine. I only wish guests, especially ladies, would throw their hair into the dustbin instead of leaving it on the wall. It would make the bathroom nicer for everyone. All in all, it was a reasonable stay and matched what I expected for the price. Everything was generally good and okay.
Price per night from:€6

Tanini Sepilok Formerly Known As Nature Lodge Sepilok

8,5/10
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:€19

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:€5

Vibrant Hostel

8,7/10
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:€12

H2 Segama Backpacker

7,6/10
Good
Posted on Jan 30, 2026
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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:€4

Memory Boutique Hotel

7,9/10
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:€19

AE Semporna Guesthouse

7,4/10
Posted on Jan 30, 2025
Broery
Great Location, Resraurant downstairs, supermarket nearby, 10mins walk to waterfront anf all the waterfront/ water sports attractions. Bed/warm showers OK. Room very small, just enough to walk in/out, no wardrobe, glass door opens outwards, thin walls, can hear noisy neighbours.
Price per night from:€20

FAQs

What are the popular Hostels in Sabah?

Whether you are traveling to Sabah for business or tourism, Cube Bed Station & Tours Sdn Bhd (price from €14) , Lodge 37 (price from €14) and Signel Hostel (price from €7) are preferred.

How much is the average rate for Hostels in Sabah?

For Hostels in Sabah, the average price on weekdays is €32, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is €33.

What deals are available for Hostels in Sabah?

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Property Information for Tourists

Total Properties22
Number of Reviews 2,467
Weekday Avg. Price€32
Weekend Avg. Price€33