Budget Hostels from

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for exploring. The sea views create an appealing natural setting, and you can enjoy attractions like the marina.

These dorm-style accommodations come in many different forms, but they have a few things in common, including budget prices, a social atmosphere and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).

Based on reviews from our customers, these Pusat Bandar hostels have the highest ratings: Escape Backpackers KK - Located within a 20-minute walk of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free WiFi, as well as a shared/communal kitchen. Rooms come with towels, showers and hairdryers. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. You’ll find towels, showers and free toiletries in all rooms. Signel Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. You can take advantage of free WiFi and TV in a common area, as well as multilingual staff. Rooms come with towels, showers and TVs. X-Plorer Backpackers - Hostel - Located within a 10-minute walk of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, tour/ticket assistance and TV in a common area. You’ll find towels, showers and linens in all rooms. EB2 Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Imago Shopping Mall. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and lockers.

If you’re in the market for an affordable place to stay in Pusat Bandar, one of Expedia’s 18 hostels might be a great option for you.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Pusat Bandar are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 254 mm of rainfall.

Depending on your interests, you might like to explore some places near Pusat Bandar. Get out into nature with places such as Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Sapi Island and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. Cultural attractions include Sabah State Museum and Mari Mari Cultural Village. Visit landmarks such as Atkinson Clock Tower.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Pusat Bandar on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), located 4.4 mi (7.1 km) away from the city centre.