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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
20 Jan — 21 Jan2
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Tips for booking hostels in Kota Kinabalu

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Kota Kinabalu. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 19 January 2025.
Cheapest month:December
Most expensive month:July
Average price in Kota Kinabalu:₹ 1,165/night
Cheapest price found:₹ 346/night
Cheapest day:Thursday
Most expensive day:Wednesday
₹ 484 - ₹ 1,621
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
₹ 404 - ₹ 2,429
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.

Cheapest hostels in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Discover affordable stays in Kota Kinabalu that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Kota Kinabalu can be found for as low as ₹ 693 per night. There is currently one property in Kota Kinabalu that can be booked for this price. Escape Backpackers Kk is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Kota Kinabalu. Price data was last updated on 19 January 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced hostels in Kota Kinabalu we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 693
Avg. per night
1st And 2nd Floor, No.74, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 866
Avg. per night
1st To 4th Floor, Lot 133 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
₹ 1,472
Avg. per night
No. 17, Jalan Sentosa, Kampung Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,472
Avg. per night
1st Floor, 106/108, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
₹ 2,165
Avg. per night
House 35, Jalan Setesen Jalan Mat Salleh, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
₹ 3,117
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Kota Kinabalu

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Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
₹ 5,880
Avg. per night
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.3 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,555
Avg. per night
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.6 km from city centre
₹ 10,844
Avg. per night
Pantai Dalit, Tuaran, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
21.5 km from city centre
₹ 13,335
Avg. per night
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.0 km from city centre
Pool
₹ 14,207
Avg. per night
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
₹ 1,391
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Kota Kinabalu

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Kota Kinabalu to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 19 January 2025.
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Facts about staying in Kota Kinabalu

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Kota Kinabalu to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 19 January 2025.
  • What is the cost of a hostel in Kota Kinabalu?

    Hostels in Kota Kinabalu will cost ₹ 1,165 per night on average. However some users found hostels for as low as ₹ 365 per night. A good deal on a Kota Kinabalu hostel would be ₹ 896 per night or less. Keep in mind that booking in January may be more expensive, whereas booking in March is the cheapest month of the year.

  • What hostel is closest to Kota Kinabalu Airport?

    Dock In is 2.8 km away from Kota Kinabalu Airport, making it the closest Kota Kinabalu hostel to the city’s most popular airport.

  • Should I stay in a Kota Kinabalu hostel?

    Aside from the fact that Kota Kinabalu hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Kota Kinabalu.

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