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Urban Capsule by Faradale

Kuching

Located in Kuching and with Borneo Convention Centre Kuching reachable within 5.8 miles, Urban Capsule by Faradale provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews
Price from
$47.91
1 night, 2 adults

The Nest Hostel

Semporna

Located in Semporna, The Nest Hostel has free WiFi. The property provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. At the hostel, each room has air conditioning and a private bathroom.

X
XIAOYU
From
Singapore
William is a super host, he is friendly, informative and helpful. I saw this hostel is incredibly high score which I cannot believe it, but when u stay u will know it definitely deserves the compliments and high score. Wishing William booming business!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 96 reviews
Price from
$35.44
1 night, 2 adults

Concrete Jungle Cabin

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 11-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, Concrete Jungle Cabin provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

S
Sherlynee Raera
From
Malaysia
I loved how comfy the bed is. The showers and toilets were separated and kept clean by the care takers. Though I have to keep quite all the time as the dorm was also occupied with other travellers. I checked in quite late and stayed only for 6 hours and prior to my late arrival, as the reception is only available for 12 hours, the management sent me a message on Booking for self check-in which was so convenient and great especially for a late check-in. Thank you for the auntie who was there to help me out as well. Loved her vibe! Place is situated at the heart of Gaya Street, right in front of Jesselton Hotel and quite close to Wisma Merdeka (which was my main purpose to go there). I'm grateful for the locker underneath. Got to store my luggage inside safely, whilst I roam around the street. Affordable? Definitely Location? Yes Clean and comfortable? Yes Would I book here again? Yes
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 159 reviews
Price from
$31.78
1 night, 2 adults

AeCOTEL Mingle Hostel

Sandakan

AeCOTEL Mingle Hostel is offering accommodations in Sandakan. The property provides a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organizing tours for guests.

T
Taeko
From
Japan
The location is in the centre of the town. very clean. The owner is nice and helpful.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews
Price from
$22
1 night, 2 adults

DZ Backpackers

Semporna

DZ Backpackers provides air-conditioned accommodations in Semporna. The property has a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. The rooms in the hostel are equipped with an electric tea pot.

C
Ciknai
From
Malaysia
I like all. Seriously this is the best hostel I ever stay. The staff so helpful.. The place so clean.. I wish there is more hostel like this around Malaysia
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 131 reviews
Price from
$21.02
1 night, 2 adults

Upspot Kuching Waterfront Premium Hostel

Kuching

Located in Kuching, 5.2 miles from Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, Upspot Kuching Waterfront Premium Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

D
Dylan
From
United States
We enjoyed our stay here! We were able to leave our luggage in a locked storage room for our one night away in Bako. And we did laundry for free upon returning. The room stays very dark and it was quiet enough for us so we slept well. The shared bathroom was clean. The location is the best part. Right on the water with so much incredible Kuching food within 15 minutes walking in all directions. Maurice is always helpful and reachable. Just a good stay. When we return to Kuching, we'd be happy to stay here again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews
Price from
$21.78
1 night, 2 adults

Signel Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within a 6-minute walk, Signel Hostel has express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the...

A
Alicia
From
France
Amazing hostel, beds are really comfortable and huge. Staff is super welcome and the bathrooms are really clean. Location is also great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews
Price from
$19.56
1 night, 2 adults

Vibrant Hostel

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.1 miles from Filipino Market Sabah, Vibrant Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

F
Fa
From
Malaysia
customer service 100/10 , good privacy for cust . love it !!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
Price from
$23.94
1 night, 2 adults

The Cottage Stay - self check-in

Kuching

5.4 miles from Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, The Cottage Stay - self check-in is located in Kuching and has free WiFi and express check-in and check-out.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
$19.74
1 night, 2 adults

Cube Bed Station & Tours Sdn Bhd

Semporna

Located in Semporna, Cube Bed Station & Tours Sdn Bhd features a garden, BBQ area and free WiFi throughout the property.

C
Carl Michael
From
United States
I was in one of the two water-view rooms with terrace - very nice!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews
Price from
$36.18
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: $13.93
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 395 reviews
Clean, aircond is in good condition even though it was cheap hotel or hostel. The location is at the center of the city. Bedsheets was clean and smell good. Most importantly the towel they provide is clean and just like 5 start rated hotel
Guest review byLenny
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,205 reviews
Amazing culture, stunning sunsets from the hostel panorama window and very clean! Definitely one of the very best hostels I’ve been in so far. Special thanks to Jenny of the hostel staff for integrating new people into the amazing social culture!
Guest review byRalf Johannes
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $25.30
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 148 reviews
The place was in a great location, near night markets and lots of coffee shops and restaurants for during the day. The staff were really helpful, leaving keys in a safe box for us to check in in the early hours. The room was comfortable and had everything we needed - great value for money and would recommend a stay here in KK!
Guest review byFelicity
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $81.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 511 reviews
Wow, for a backpacker’s dormitory, never saw a place that clean, especially the bathroom. Very nice and within walking distance of the rainforest.
Guest review byThomas
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $35.64
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews
Great stay for a low budget overall. Priced like hostel but its a private room.
Guest review byKhengjoo
Solo traveler
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 177 reviews
Budget for backpacker travel
Guest review byMohamed
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $35.64
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
The best dormitory! 4shared room with private locker inside. Good Safety each floor. Clean bathrooms. Can request for a new towel each day. The location is good. Near todak waterfront and all those pasar. Only the traffic is damnn bad if you’re driving in that road. But the foods and the pasar is worthy your time stuck in the traffic tho.
Guest review byLILY FAUZIAH
Group
Avg. price/night: $19.56
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 520 reviews
One of the best hostels I ever stayed! The location is great and the owners are very welcoming, friendly and helpful. The bed was really comfortable and everything was very clean. You can use the washer and dryer for 5MYR each. When I was there, there was a social vibe and the place feels like home.
Guest review byLouise
Solo traveler
Avg. price/night: $23.22
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 338 reviews
Clean everywhere, possiblity of double bed in dormitory, friendly stuff, professional orginiced, loggers are outside of the rooms in front of the desk - very safe and not so much noise in the rooms
Guest review byThomas
Young couple
Avg. price/night: $29.04
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 561 reviews
The staff is super friendly and helpful. The hostel is nice, everything you need/want for those prices. You can book different dive days trip in the hostel: cheap, good and EASY.
Guest review byMaite
Family with young children