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About this property
Comfortable Accommodation: Signel Hostel in Kota Kinabalu offers a terrace and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, streaming services, and a TV in each room. Convenient Facilities: The hostel features a lounge, full-day security, and paid parking. Additional amenities include a tea and coffee maker, bidet, hairdryer, walk-in shower, and a private entrance. Prime Location: Located 5 km from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, the hostel is near Filipino Market Sabah (6-minute walk), KK Esplanade (800 metres), and Signal Hill Observatory (17-minute walk). Highly rated for staff, cleanliness, and location.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sidney
United Kingdom“Extended stay and was able to keep the same bed so that was helpful. Would stay again if in KK” - Sidney United Kingdom“Good area, easy access to the markets and bars. The hostel is clean and there’s a communal balcony. The pods were fairly spacious and didn’t feel cramped.”
- Maria
Italy“The staff was super nice and helpful, they upgraded my stay because they were fully booked and when the entire building went w/o water they went out pf their way to make it as easy as possible on us while the problem got solved” - Robyn United Kingdom“Lovely staff! Checked us in at 1.30am as our flight was delayed, even though reception closes at 11pm. Very grateful!”
- Hanil
Malaysia“1. Value of money for backpackers. 2. Centralised and everything within walking distance, including local attractions. 3. Bed & pillow + blanket are comfortable. 4. Cold & hot water shower with good water pressure. 5. Clean & tidy with security.” 
Kundou/james United Kingdom“Perfect. My stay at the hostel was absolutely brilliant. The vibe was well lush, and the staff were friendly especially Jeff. Really making you feel right at home. The rooms were tidy, and it had this proper chilled atmosphere, perfect for...”- Rowan United Kingdom“I had a really good night's sleep when I stayed here. The dorms have comfy beds and the pods mean you have privacy. The location was central and easy to get to from the airport. The staff were very friendly and helpful.”
- Martina
Slovakia“Very friendly and kind staff Good location Clean Comfy bunk beds with covers Female dorm was available” 
Jiangyiping
China“I spent a pleasant 3 nights here. The staff are very friendly, and the transportation here is very convenient. You can go to the shopping mall, Gaya Street, and the Quay to reach it on foot. The bathroom and public area are kept very clean. If I...”- Alia Malaysia“Very affordable, the staff very friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
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.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Signel 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.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
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.
A damage deposit of MYR 50 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
