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Homy Seafront Hostel is situated in Kota Kinabalu, within 3.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.4 km of North Borneo Railway. The property is around 6.3 km from Likas City Mosque, 11 km from International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC and 1.7 km from Signal Hill Observatory. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. The stuff are really helpful, and the hostel is very clean. A big bonus for the amazing sunset from the hostel.

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9
Superb
1,251 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Faloe Hostel is set in Kota Kinabalu, within 1.8 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 4.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village. The property is located 5.7 km from North Borneo Railway, 8.2 km from Likas City Mosque and 11 km from International Technology & Commercial Centre Penampang - ITCC. The accommodation offers a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests. This is such a gorgeous hostel! The facilities were clean and nice, and the showers were great! The beds and rooms were comfortable and the staff was amazing! They helped us so much with booking and transportation!

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9.4
Superb
500 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Located in Semporna, The Nest Hostel features free WiFi. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

Guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a private bathroom equipped with a shower. 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!

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9.6
Exceptional
38 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Located within 5.6 km of Filipino Market Sabah and 400 metres of North Borneo Railway, Dazzle Home Aeropod provides rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Tanjong Aru. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.2 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

At the hostel, each room comes with a desk. The shared bathroom is equipped with a shower, a hairdryer and slippers. Guest rooms include a wardrobe. The simplicity and value for money.

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9.6
Exceptional
14 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

At the hostel each room includes air conditioning, a desk, a balcony with a city view, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Foresight Hotel provides certain rooms that include a patio, and the rooms include a kettle. Guest rooms at the accommodation are equipped with a seating area. Super friendly and helpfull staff!!! What a great experience. Highly recommended!!!

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9
Superb
94 reviews
Price from
£37
per night

AeCOTEL Mingle Hostel is located in Sandakan. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

With a shared bathroom equipped with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at the hostel also offer free WiFi, while selected rooms are fitted with a city view. Good location, easy access, the owner was extremely helpful and allowed me to check in early as well as helped with a lot of information for my trip. Clean rooms with air con, clean bathrooms, good wifi. I would definitely come back n stay here! I don’t think they have a locker facility but I didn’t need it at this time.

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8.4
Very good
208 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

DZ Backpackers provides air-conditioned accommodation in Semporna. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

At the hostel, the rooms have a balcony. Featuring a shared bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at DZ Backpackers also feature free WiFi. All rooms will provide guests with a microwave. Location is close to the central district/jetty. Cool produce market outside (durian). The staff is very kind and helpful. Breakfast, snacks, bottled water, and even laundry including soap is included.

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8.1
Very good
101 reviews
Price from
£8
per night

Located in Kuching, 8.3 km from Borneo Convention Centre Kuching, Upspot Kuching Waterfront Premium Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge. The property is around 41 km from Fort Margherita Kuching, 41 km from Harmony Arch Kuching and 41 km from Charles Brooke Memorial Kuching. The property is non-smoking and is situated 11 km from Sarawak Stadium. The Amenities Location I initially booked just one night at Upspot Kuching Waterfront Premium Hostel, but ended up extending my stay for three more days—it’s that good! This place truly feels like a home away from home, offering everything a traveler could need. The amenities are top-notch: a well-equipped workspace (ideal for digital nomads!), a modern kitchen, cozy dining area, relaxing TV lounge, and even washing machines and dryers (a lifesaver for long-term stays). But the real standout is its location. Nestled near the Kuching Waterfront, you’re steps away from the riverfront promenade, historic attractions, charming cafes, and vibrant local markets. Exploring the city couldn’t be easier! Whether you’re passing through for a night or settling in longer, Upspot delivers comfort, convenience, and great value. I’d return in a heartbeat—highly recommended for solo travelers, couples, or anyone seeking a clean, social, and well-located stay. Don’t miss this gem! 🌟

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8.2
Very good
392 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

EZ Lodgings is situated in Kampong Gadong, within 1.8 km of Hua Ho Department Store and 4 km of Royal Regalia Museum. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 200 metres from The Mall.

Yayasan Sultan Haji Hassanai Bolkiah Shopping Complex is 4.8 km from the hostel, while Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque is 5.3 km away. Brunei International Airport is 8 km from the property. Great location, close to the night market and the bus stop to go into Town. Also close to a nice mall, restaurants, and bus to KK. Very comfortable stay, with washing machine, water dispenser, hot shower and comfortable bed in the AC room.

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8.1
Very good
353 reviews
Price from
£14
per night

Situated in Lahad Datu, Fajar Hotel has a shared lounge. The air-conditioned rooms provide a city view and come with a desk and free WiFi.

At the hostel, all rooms have a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV. At Fajar Hotel rooms come with a private bathroom with a shower. Great location for airport and Danum valley operators. Great restaurant attached. Roti chanai and Murtabak exceptional. V good wifi

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8.1
Very good
159 reviews
Price from
£19
per night

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