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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 8.1 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
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Availability
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Room type | Number of guests | |
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1 bunk bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
1 double bed | ||
1 bunk bed | ||
1 extra-large double bed and 1 futon bed | ||
4 bunk beds | ||
Bedroom 1 1 large double bed Bedroom 2 8 bunk beds Bedroom 3 4 bunk beds Bedroom 4 4 bunk beds Bedroom 5 4 bunk beds Living room 1 sofa bed |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Javkovsky
Czech Republic
“I loved this hostel, it is clean, common areas are nice. They have the most comfortable beds!” - Zainal
Malaysia
“Convenient location. Basic necessities provided. It’s my second time here, already have QR payment so it’s a good improvement. Fair privacy if not peak season (my shared room was empty).” - Clément
France
“The location, the pristine state of the commodities” - Zainal
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
“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
“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!...” - Shyril
Malaysia
“I had a best experience staying at Vibrant. The staff was very helpful, they can cater to your wants and needs. Highly recommended to stay here.” - Patrice
Canada
“Great hostel, good location, awesome staff, really clean. Highly recommended” - Jennifer
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
“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.”
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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.
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.
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.