Vibrant Hostel

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Scored 8.6
Rated fabulous

Staff

9.3

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Standard Queen Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Bed: 1 double bed
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
Pay the property before arrival
US$17 per night
Original price
US$71.87
Black Friday Deal
- US$21.56
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
Total before taxes
US$50.31
US$17 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
Black Friday Deal
Black Friday Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Vibrant Hostel in Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned rooms with carpeted, tiled, and parquet floors. Each room includes a bidet, shower, and hairdryer. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a lounge, lift, shared kitchen, and luggage storage. The property staff provide excellent service support. Convenient Location: Located 5 km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the hostel is near Filipino Market Sabah and Sabah State Mosque, both 2 km away. Other attractions include KK Esplanade and Atkinson Clock Tower, each 4 km distant. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenient location, attentive staff, and comfortable bathrooms.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.9)

  • Top pick by families with children

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Standard Queen Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
  • 1 double bed
Airconditioning
  • Shower
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Socket near the bed
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Carpeted
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$17 per night
Original price
US$71.87
Black Friday Deal
- US$21.56
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
Total before taxes
US$50.31
US$17 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
30% off
30% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Black Friday Deal.
Black Friday Deal
Black Friday Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2
US$26 per night
Price US$78
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Family Room
We have 2 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed and
  • 1 futon bed
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Airconditioning
Max adults: 3
US$43 per night
Price US$128
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 3
US$54 per night
Price US$163
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
View
Airconditioning
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$9 per night
Original price
US$39.20
Black Friday Deal
- US$11.76
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
Total before taxes
US$27.44
US$9 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
30% off
30% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Black Friday Deal.
Black Friday Deal
Black Friday Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$14 per night
Price US$43
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Bed in 4-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
Airconditioning
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$11 per night
Original price
US$45.74
Black Friday Deal
- US$13.72
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
Total before taxes
US$32.01
US$11 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
30% off
30% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Black Friday Deal.
Black Friday Deal
Black Friday Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$17 per night
Price US$50
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
  • 1 bunk bed
Airconditioning
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$14 per night
Original price
US$58.80
Black Friday Deal
- US$17.64
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
Total before taxes
US$41.16
US$14 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
30% off
30% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Black Friday Deal.
Black Friday Deal
Black Friday Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 20 Nov 2025–31 Dec 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
Max adults: 1
Only for 1 guest
US$21 per night
Price US$64
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay the property before arrival
  • No credit card needed
  • discount may be available
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Guests who stayed here loved

Lena
Austria Austria
“Incredibly nice and helpful stuff! The rooms were comfortable and clean and the location was close to a lot of shops and restaurants. Can definitely recommend staying here when in Kota Kinabalu.”
Javkovsky
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“I loved this hostel, it is clean, common areas are nice. They have the most comfortable beds!”
Clément
France France
“The location, the pristine state of the commodities”
Zainal
Malaysia Malaysia
“They dont have QR or online transaction for payment and the nearest ATM is in the Imago Mall (quite a walk especially if in hurry) I didnt bring enough cash and got lost in the mall trying to find ATM while rushing with time, luckily i messaged...”
Nasser
Pakistan Pakistan
“1. Location was ideal 2. Most of attractions eithon walking distance 3. Variety of restaurants nearby 4. Toilet facilities were good and clean 5. Complimentary coffee”
Beata
Poland Poland
“Super clean, comfortable, separate bathrooms male/female that have everything you need. A lady came into our room on my 2nd day and offered a new towel and a change of bedsheets which was unnecessary but I appreciated it very much- super service!...”
Patrice
Canada Canada
“Great hostel, good location, awesome staff, really clean. Highly recommended”
Jennifer
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean with great facilities and really helpful staff. We stayed two nights and even used the tv area to watch a film one night.”
Nurul
Malaysia Malaysia
“I like that they have a complete kitchen even though you can't cook, you have a microwave and fridge in the pantry area. The room is clean. Just asked if you need to iron your clothes, they'll give you an iron board and the iron.”
D
Malaysia Malaysia
“I love everything about this place. The staff are simply amazing! 101% recommended 🫰”

Property surroundings

House rules

Vibrant Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.

Please inform Vibrant Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.