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The best cheap hotels in Kota Kinabalu

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For those on a budget, these cheap and cheerful hotels still have a lot to offer, with most offering WiFi and convenient locations. Popular with backpackers, many properties can be found in central locations and include comfortable rooms with private or shared bathrooms. You’ll also find a number of options which feature a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

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Stay connected in Kota Kinabalu and nearby. Cheap hotels with free WiFi

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,479 reviews

    Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

    From US$43.17 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews

    Providing free WiFi, Diamond Inn is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From US$47.19 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews

    Less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City is located in Kota Kinabalu and provides free WiFi, express check-in and check-out and concierge services.

    From US$54.51 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 98 reviews

    Set within 2.6 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.3 km of North Borneo Railway, Hotel Sri Iskandar offers rooms in Kota Kinabalu.

    From US$28.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 675 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.8 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.5 km of North Borneo Railway, CAPITAL EXPRESS features accommodation with free WiFi.

    From US$29.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

    Hotel Traveller is set in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km from North Borneo Railway.

    From US$27.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 471 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, HotSpot @ City Centre by SSVC features views of the city. With free WiFi, this 3-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

    From US$65.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 466 reviews

    Boasting a bar, Hotel O Five 2 is set in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, 600 metres from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From US$50.10 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 425 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu city centre, The Klagan Hotel features modern air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi throughout. The property has a restaurant and is 350 metres from Kota Kinabalu Waterfront.

    From US$107.85 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

    Akinabalu Youth Hostel provides air-conditioned accommodation in Kota Kinabalu. The accommodation features a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

    From US$24.62 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
    Good - What previous guests thought, 290 reviews

    Located 400 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Seaview Capsule Hotel offers rooms with air conditioning in Kota Kinabalu.

    From US$25.65 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 479 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, 200 metres from Filipino Market Sabah, Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a shared...

    From US$142.36 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

    Concrete Jungle Cabin is set in Kota Kinabalu, within 4.1 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.2 km of Likas City Mosque.

    From US$23.09 per night

  • Sky Hotel

    Kota Kinabalu
    Breakfast options
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 551 reviews

    Featuring a fitness centre and open deck with outdoor pool on the rooftop, Sky Hotel offers air-conditioned studios and apartments with free WiFi and plenty of space.

    From US$83.12 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 233 reviews

    Featuring a shared lounge, terrace, restaurant and free WiFi, Jpod Capsule Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.5 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.4 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From US$15.39 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Showcase Hotel Kota Kinabalu is located in Kota Kinabalu, 700 metres from North Borneo Railway and 4.1 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From US$67.45 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these cheap hotels in Kota Kinabalu and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    From US$58.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews

    Situated in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    From US$59.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 610 reviews

    Located just 550 metres from Centre Point Sabah, Hotel Kooler Inn offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    From US$25.22 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews

    Walk In Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu, within 2.7 km of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 5.4 km of North Borneo Railway. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

    From US$40.27 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

    From US$54.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 353 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within 500 metres, Signel Hostel offers a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    From US$24.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 590 reviews

    Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

    From US$53.61 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 367 reviews

    Located within Gaya Street Sunday Market, Mandarin Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers air-conditioned guest rooms. Free WiFi is accessible throughout the property. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV.

    From US$45.57 per night

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  • Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B

    Cheap hotel in Kota Kinabalu
    Avg. price/night: US$102.75
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 439 reviews
    Staff, Location, Cleanliness, Comfort - Excellent. The staff were accommodating and responded very fast. The place was in the same building as Imago, however, you use a different lift to enter. Not a big deal because it is very near and convinient. Cleanliness of the space was very good. Everything is new and clean. Comfort - Bed was squeeky but comfortable. Food - Lots of restaurants within Imago, but the building next door also offer budget local food.
    Guest review by
    MEELA ADREEYANA
    Group

  • Homesuite' Home at The Shore

    Cheap hotel in Kota Kinabalu
    Avg. price/night: US$126.35
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 266 reviews
    love the suite/studio apartment,, very clean and new, love how the arrangement of the furniture and the quality of the furniture,, great location city centre,, felt in love with the view from the small mini balcony (sea & city view) for the affordable price room,, for sure will book this unit again,, my family love it.. tq soo much for the great facilities
    Guest review by
    asheken
    Family with young children

  • Walk In Hotel

    Cheap hotel in Kota Kinabalu
    Avg. price/night: US$40.27
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 174 reviews
    Good location, for a budget accommodation this was ideal, staff very helpful and friendly.
    Guest review by
    Neil
    Group

  • Hotel O Five 2

    Cheap hotel in Kota Kinabalu
    Avg. price/night: US$50.10
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 466 reviews
    Very central location in the old heart of KK. Close to lots of cheapfood places, laundromat etc as well as the city’s malls etc. Much much better quality place than others we saw in similar locations for the same inexpensive price. i have stayed here a couple of times before and will again. Very good value for the money.
    Guest review by
    Sue
    Young couple