What is the cost of a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

On average, it’s $15/night for a hostel in Kota Kinabalu, though $13/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $2/night in Kota Kinabalu. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What area of Kota Kinabalu is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighborhoods throughout Kota Kinabalu, 1% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Downtown in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Escape Backpackers Kk is our most popular hostel in this area.

Should I stay in a Kota Kinabalu hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is September ($14). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kota Kinabalu is February ($20).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest day to stay in Kota Kinabalu is Saturday ($11). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $46.

How much is a hostel in Kota Kinabalu tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kota Kinabalu tonight starting as low as $11, rising to an average cost of $18, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Kota Kinabalu for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 89 days before your trip to Kota Kinabalu. The lowest price found when booking 89 days ahead was $9 per night.

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Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre

41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

1.1 mi from city centre

Pool

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$56

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Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

5, Jalan Padang, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

0.5 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$23

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Raia Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Jalan Sembulan, P O Box No 12908, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

0.7 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

$39

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Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

9.9 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$81

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Gaya Island Resort

Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

3.5 mi from city centre

Free Wi-Fi

$259

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The Magellan Sutera Resort

1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

1.1 mi from city centre

$139

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Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

Whether you're visiting Kota Kinabalu for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

Facts about staying in Kota Kinabalu

What is the cost of a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?
On average, it’s $15/night for a hostel in Kota Kinabalu, though $13/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $2/night in Kota Kinabalu. Try to avoid booking your hostel in August (the most expensive month). Booking in August (the cheapest month) could save you money.
What area of Kota Kinabalu is most popular to stay in?
While there are other neighborhoods throughout Kota Kinabalu, 1% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Downtown in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. Escape Backpackers Kk is our most popular hostel in this area.
Should I stay in a Kota Kinabalu hostel?
Staying at a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is September ($14). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kota Kinabalu is February ($20).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest day to stay in Kota Kinabalu is Saturday ($11). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $46.

How much is a hostel in Kota Kinabalu tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kota Kinabalu tonight starting as low as $11, rising to an average cost of $18, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Kota Kinabalu for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 89 days before your trip to Kota Kinabalu. The lowest price found when booking 89 days ahead was $9 per night.

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Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Kota Kinabalu. There are 1,716 properties in Kota Kinabalu and price data was last updated on September 3, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Kota Kinabalu is $18/night.

Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Kota Kinabalu to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on September 3, 2026.

Whether you're visiting Kota Kinabalu for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

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What is the cost of a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

What area of Kota Kinabalu is most popular to stay in?

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu is September ($14). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Kota Kinabalu is February ($20).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

The cheapest day to stay in Kota Kinabalu is Saturday ($11). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Sunday, when the average nightly price is $46.

How much is a hostel in Kota Kinabalu tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Kota Kinabalu tonight starting as low as $11, rising to an average cost of $18, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from for a 4-star hostel in Kota Kinabalu for tonight.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 89 days before your trip to Kota Kinabalu. The lowest price found when booking 89 days ahead was $9 per night.

Other accommodations in Kota Kinabalu

Find the perfect theme hotel, hostel or vacation rental for your stay in Kota Kinabalu. There are 1,716 properties in Kota Kinabalu and price data was last updated on September 3, 2026. The average price for a hotel in Kota Kinabalu is $18/night.

Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

Explore different neighborhoods and areas within Kota Kinabalu to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on September 3, 2026.

Whether you're visiting Kota Kinabalu for leisure or business, utilize the map to find hostels close to your ideal location. You can find more information on a particular hostel within the map by clicking on its name.

Facts about staying in Kota Kinabalu

What is the cost of a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

What area of Kota Kinabalu is most popular to stay in?

Should I stay in a Kota Kinabalu hostel?

Find better results for your stay in Kota Kinabalu

Consider these popular 3-star hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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