
Hostel holiday rentals in Kota Kinabalu
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The Inn @ Api-Api Centre [PAR08] [Netflix]
[Listing Description] Twelve Inn is a budget-friendly hostel in Kota Kinabalu City Centre, ideal for locals and tourists seeking affordable and practical stays. Just 15 mins from the airport and a short walk to the Waterfront, malls, and eateries. Our rooms feature air-conditioning, WiFi, private bathrooms, and fresh linens. We provide clean and simple comfort at great value. Please note, we are a budget-focused property designed to provide comfortable stays rather than luxury experiences.

Vibrant Hostel (8 Beds Dormitory Room)
Vibrant Hostel is located at the heart of Iota Kinabalu, within 5 minutes walking distance to Imago Shopping Mall and Riverson Kota Kinabalu. The hostel is very close to most of the attractions in Kota Kinabalu such as Gaya Street (Sunday Market), Filipino Market, Atkinson Clock Tower, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, Oceanus Mall, Waterfront (Bar, Restaurant & Night Life), Jesselton Point, Signal Hill and many more. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is only approximately 8 km from the hostel.

Vibrant Hostel Private Room # Queen Room A
Vibrant Hostel is located at the heart of Iota Kinabalu, within 5 minutes walking distance to Imago Shopping Mall and Riverson Kota Kinabalu. The hostel is very close to most of the attractions in Kota Kinabalu such as Gaya Street (Sunday Market), Filipino Market, Atkinson Clock Tower, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, Oceanus Mall, Waterfront (Bar, Restaurant & Night Life), Jesselton Point, Signal Hill and many more. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is only approximately 8 km from the hostel.

Vibrant Hostel Private Room @ Queen Bed B
Vibrant Hostel is located at the heart of Iota Kinabalu, within 5 minutes walking distance to Imago Shopping Mall and Riverson Kota Kinabalu. The hostel is very close to most of the attractions in Kota Kinabalu such as Gaya Street (Sunday Market), Filipino Market, Atkinson Clock Tower, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, Oceanus Mall, Waterfront (Bar, Restaurant & Night Life), Jesselton Point, Signal Hill and many more. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is only approximately 8 km from the hostel.

Private Bedroom Near IMAGO, Infinity Pool
💡You are NOT booking the entire place. Just the bedroom! 🌅 Welcome to our private room inside a shared apartment at Sutera Avenue! This is the ideal stay for couples or solo travelers who want comfort, convenience, and value. Located just a 3-minute walk from IMAGO Mall, you’ll enjoy easy access to shopping, dining and entertainment without paying premium prices. Plus, from the top of the building, you can soak in stunning views of the sea and breathtaking sunsets.

【Kepayan Inn Kota Kinabalu 】Triple Room
Welcome to Kepayan Inn, located in Kepayan, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah. Kepayan Inn are less than a 5 minute drive from the airport, transportation is very convenient. It takes less than 15 minutes to reach Kota Kinabalu city center. If you're looking to experience local life while exploring Sabah, Kepayan Inn is the perfect choice. Located conveniently near a variety of dining options, including local breakfast spots and authentic Sabahan cuisine.

Homy Seafront Hostel Private Room #3【温馨海景独立房间#3】
Homy Seafront Hostel is a contemporary traveller's hub provide modern accommodation with comfortable amenities and located in the centre heart of Kota Kinabalu city. The reason we use the name"Homy" as we wanted to lets our guest amazed with homey feeling, friendly staff, comfy beds and enjoy the beautiful sunny sea views right from the windows as our hostel is surrounded with panoramic sea views.

Boutique Hotel @ Kingfisher [Global Residency] - 1
Global Residency is situated outside from the city centre. This relaxed boutique hotel is surrounded by a variety of shops that are all within walking distance making it situated in one of the most convenient locations in Kota Kinabalu. Our 28 room boutique hotel offers a family style orientated atmosphere for all guests.

*NEW* Sarang Hostel Private Queen Bedroom
Sarang Hostel perfectly located at the City Centre of Kota Kinabalu, right next to the Imago Shopping Mall and Riverson. 2 mins walk to the Imago Shopping Mall 10 mins drive to Kota Kinabalu International Airport 10 mins drive to Jesselton Jetty KK 8 mins drive to Gaya Street 5 mins drive to Filipino Market

Gaya Street | Signel Poshtel @ Bunk Bed Dormitory
Flying solo and looking for an undisturbed nights' sleep? Forget about normal hostel dorms and let's bunk into our posh packers bed . Smartly designed with everything you need and sleep tight in your very own compact comfort zone.

Jiran Hostel Private Dorm for 2
Everything you want to explore is right outside the door of this place.

Jiran Hostel Shared Mixed Dorm(window)
Everything you want to explore is right outside the door of this place.
Popular amenities for hostel rentals in Kota Kinabalu
Family-friendly hostel rentals

Vibrant Hostel Private Room # Queen Bed C

Jiran Hostel Gaya Street 10 Bed Female Dormitory

Jiran Hostel Gaya Street 4 Female Dorm

Jiran Hostel Gaya Street 4 Mixed Dorms

*CityCentre* 6Pax Single Bedroom · Nest Hostel · Accommodation for 6 in the city center

The Inn @ Api-Api Centre [PAR10] [Netflix]

Jiran Hostel Private Dorm for 2

Jiran Hostel Shared Mixed Dorm(window)
Monthly hostel rentals

【Kepayan Inn Kota Kinabalu 】Triple Room

*NEW* Sarang Hostel 窩旅舍 @ Queen Bed Shared Room

Jiran Hostel Gaya Street 10 Bed Female Dormitory

Dazzle Home @ Aeropod [Apartment]

Jiran Hostel Gaya Street 4 Mixed Dorms

*NEW*Sarang Hostel 窝旅舍 Private Room at CityCentre

Sarang Hostel QueenRoom @ CityCentre Comfortable Private Home @ Kota Kinabalu City Center

【Kepayan Inn Kota Kinabalu 】Double Room
Other hostel holiday rentals

Vibrant Hostel Private Room # Queen Bed C

Jiran Hostel Gaya Street 10 Bed Female Dormitory

Jiran Hostel Gaya Street 4 Female Dorm

Jiran Hostel Gaya Street 4 Mixed Dorms

Jiran Hostel Private Dorm for 2

4 Beds Female Dorm Room

Jiran Hostel Shared Mixed Dorm(window)

Jiran Hostel 4 Bed Female Dorm
Quick stats about hostel rentals in Kota Kinabalu

Total holiday rentals
Explore 40 holiday rentals in Kota Kinabalu

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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
40 of Kota Kinabalu holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Kota Kinabalu rentals

4.7 Average rating
Kota Kinabalu stays receive an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 from guests

Nearby attractions
Kota Kinabalu’s top spots include Welcome Seafood Restaurant, Wisma Merdeka and Kolkol Mountain
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- Imago Shopping Mall
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- Jesselton Point Waterfront
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