Hostels in Sabah, Malaysia

Hostels in Sabah, Malaysia

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Hotels in Sabah
WWahahalehehe 2026.01.26
Service: Enthusiastic. Environment: Central location in town with all amenities nearby, and well-equipped room facilities! Cleanliness: Clean and tidy. This is my second visit to Semporna, so I'm quite familiar with the hotels and their surroundings. While this hostel's private rooms might not offer the absolute best value for money, they are still quite good.
Great
171 reviews
9.0/10
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IDR 209,228
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Aaszdlu 2026.04.06
This hostel is centrally located in Semporna town, surrounded by several large supermarkets and restaurants. It's a 5-minute walk to the mosque, an 8-minute walk to the Marine Visitor Centre, and a 7-minute walk to Watsons. The hostel reception offers island hopping day trips and carpooling services to Tawau Airport. The owner and staff are patient and helpful in answering travel inquiries. The owner speaks Chinese, so communication was easy, and they helped resolve many travel-related issues. A simple breakfast is provided; although it only includes fried noodles, bread, and coffee, it's enough to fill you up. You can't expect too much, considering it's a budget hostel. Cleanliness is a plus. Overall, the accommodation was quite good and worth recommending. 😊👍
Very Good
74 reviews
8.6/10
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IDR 111,235
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 89.1% of visitors choose this area
XXiaoxiaosu9484 2026.04.23
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.
Great
126 reviews
9.3/10
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IDR 203,931
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 89.1% of visitors choose this area
VVictor* 2025.06.19
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!
Good
19 reviews
7.9/10
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IDR 82,102
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 89.1% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User 2025.08.31
I arrived in KK after a 10 hour bus ride and the place couldn’t be better. Big and comfy bed, clean showers, coffee station with free water, balcony. They allowed me to leave my stuff there for free until I returned from a week long trip. I recommend staying at this hostel
Very Good
114 reviews
8.6/10
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IDR 119,181
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MM253254**** 2025.10.31
To be honest, since it was my first time traveling abroad, I was worried about not being well-prepared. I met William through reviews on Ctrip and booked the hotel there. He arranged everything for me during my three-day stay and even paid for my expenses out of his own pocket. I didn't join a tour group; I prefer independent travel. My wife felt a little unwell after eating seafood, and he kindly provided her with medicine. The hotel service was excellent, and we could even cook our own meals. The hotel was clean and tidy, the rooms were cozy and spacious, and the location was superb. William was also very friendly, and the room price was very reasonable—great value for money! I had a comfortable and pleasant stay, and the hotel was very welcoming. That's my review of this hotel—superb! 👍 Facilities: Excellent 👍 Cleanliness: Excellent 👍 Environment: Excellent 👍 Service: Excellent 👍
Outstanding
61 reviews
9.9/10
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IDR 421,105
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GGuest User 2025.07.30
First time in Semporna, and after reading reviews about this place being very clean, I was truly impressed upon arrival. It's the cleanest guesthouse I've ever stayed in. The price is reasonable, and I extended my stay twice for a total of six nights.
Great
59 reviews
9.2/10
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IDR 278,088
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GGuest User 2026.06.11
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
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IDR 164,204
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Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center,Kota Kinabalu 89.1% of visitors choose this area
GGuest User 2026.05.02
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
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IDR 264,846
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GGuest User 2026.05.14
This hotel is perfect for business travelers. The Wi-Fi connection was fast and stable, which was essential for my work. The location is very strategic, close to many offices and transport hubs. Even though it's in a busy area, the soundproofing in the room was excellent, allowing me to get a good night's sleep. Will definitely return.
Very Good
7 reviews
8.4/10
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IDR 169,501
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8.4/10
Very Good
GGuest UserThe 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!
DZ Backpackers

DZ Backpackers

Hotel near Semporna
Price per night from:IDR 121,829
9.2/10
Great
GGuest UserFirst time in Semporna, and after reading reviews about this place being very clean, I was truly impressed upon arrival. It's the cleanest guesthouse I've ever stayed in. The price is reasonable, and I extended my stay twice for a total of six nights.
Kuree Hut

Kuree Hut

Hotel near Semporna
Price per night from:IDR 278,088
7.9/10
Good
VVictor*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!
Escape Backpackers KK

Escape Backpackers KK

Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center, Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:IDR 82,102
8.6/10
Very Good
GGuest UserI arrived in KK after a 10 hour bus ride and the place couldn’t be better. Big and comfy bed, clean showers, coffee station with free water, balcony. They allowed me to leave my stuff there for free until I returned from a week long trip. I recommend staying at this hostel
Signel Hostel

Signel Hostel

Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center, Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:IDR 119,181
8.6/10
Very Good
GGuest UserIt'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.
Tanini Sepilok Formerly Known As Nature Lodge Sepilok

Tanini Sepilok Formerly Known As Nature Lodge Sepilok

Hotel near Sepilok
Price per night from:IDR 376,081
8.3/10
Very Good
MM28293****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.
Luna Capsule

Luna Capsule

Hotel near Semporna
Price per night from:IDR 153,611
8.7/10
Very Good
GGuest Userhye. 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.
Vibrant Hostel

Vibrant Hostel

Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center, Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:IDR 264,846
7.6/10
Good
GGuest UserThe host was very kind and helpful. The room and the bed were perfect, the toilet and shower were clean, and the breakfast was plentiful. Thank you for the great hospitality!
H2 Segama Backpacker

H2 Segama Backpacker

Hotel near Kota Kinabalu City Center, Kota Kinabalu
Price per night from:IDR 92,696
7.9/10
Good
GGuest UserI 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.
Memory Boutique Hotel

Memory Boutique Hotel

Hotel near Semporna
Price per night from:IDR 328,409
9.0/10
Great
WWahahaleheheService: Enthusiastic. Environment: Central location in town with all amenities nearby, and well-equipped room facilities! Cleanliness: Clean and tidy. This is my second visit to Semporna, so I'm quite familiar with the hotels and their surroundings. While this hostel's private rooms might not offer the absolute best value for money, they are still quite good.
Cube Bed Station & Tours Sdn Bhd

Cube Bed Station & Tours Sdn Bhd

Hotel near Semporna
Price per night from:IDR 209,228

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How much is the average rate for Hostels in Sabah?

For Hostels in Sabah, the average price on weekdays is IDR 644,370, and the average price on weekends (Friday–Saturday) is IDR 649,879.

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Property Information for Tourists

Total Properties20
Number of Reviews 2,299
Weekday Avg. PriceIDR 644,370
Weekend Avg. PriceIDR 649,879