The 10 Best Cheap Hotels in Kota Kinabalu (with Prices)

Hotel Garden

US$21

US$15

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US$21

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20 reviews

#59 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“It's budget hotel”
“With good location, clean & tidy rooms I never felt like staying at a budget hotel except for the low room rate!”

New Sabah Hotel

US$20

US$16

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20 reviews

#49 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“We were looking for a cheap hotel that is near with the landmark (Pasar Philiphine) and jetty to Pulau Manukan and etc.”
“But overall a good budget choice!”

The Crown Borneo Hotel

US$25

US$21

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US$25

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US$24

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151 reviews

#45 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Been staying here last week for a transit stay as airport very near... they do even provide an airport transfer too... cleanliness and hotel condition are perfect, price are cheap and worth to stay... bed is clean...”
“We had 12 daytime hours in Kota and had difficulty finding somewhere to spend the time and stow our bags, but the Crown gave us a day room and were very flexible and helpful. The room was small but with all...”

Tang Dynasty Bay Hotel

US$26

US$21

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US$26

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US$23

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US$23

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10 reviews

#57 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Choose this Hotel about 15 km out of City to avoid the hustle and bustle of city life.It is nearby to Bukit Person,Bukit Gundol for ideal hiking;& just 3km away from 1B where you can get everything under one...”
“My simple instruction is to produce 3 invoices for 6 nights.But not as I expected your team failed to understand!! The guy on morning shift at 8am on 22 Jan...is very rude..his making joke with my explaination...”

D'Borneo Hotel

US$35

US$22

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US$34

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US$35

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54 reviews

#55 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Selected this hotel because it was cheap and centrally located for walking to local restaurants, Jesselton Jetty and markets.”
“We stayed there for one night only because our tour operator booked us a room after our Kinabalu hike. Despite that it was a deluxe double room, the place was a mess. Mould everywhere, especially in the bathroom...”

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Wah May Hotel

US$26

US$22

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US$26

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US$26

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10 reviews

#60 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“It is very convenience for me,because this hotel location is right in the town. Price is quite high,it would be better if the price can be reduced. Facilities are very normal nothing special.The wifi needs to be...”
“I booked in on three occasions in a deluxe room for one to two days each time and was pleasantly surprised at the standard of cleanliness and the facilities in the room. Lots of hot water, A/C, toiletries provided...”

Hotel Yaho

US$22

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25 reviews

#68 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“its a good budget hotel with a excellent service and good facilities.”
“Good budget hotel, great service”

Le Hotel Kota Kinabalu

US$24

US$22

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US$24

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US$22

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80 reviews

#87 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Staff is helpful and although you wont find luxury here, it has everything you need to crash a night at an affordable price.”
“I've experienced staying at other 2 budget hotels in KK during my previous visits.”

Tune Hotel - 1Borneo, Kota Kinabalu

US$27

US$23

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US$27

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US$27

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471 reviews

#24 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“I love the idea .. friendly staff .. 24 hour convenience shop and a tours booking office .. exceptionally clean .. a job well done .. every budget and need catered for !”
“Affordable Price and Good Services”

King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu

US$24

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US$24

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131 reviews

#42 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“I noticed that there is a bus stop just in front of the hotel so good for backpackers or those with tight budget.”
“Whenever I've booked online with reasonable rate, I always have the feelings the hotel mgmt will allocate an out of order room or half past six room hence to my surprise, I really got this kind of room. I am not a...”

Hotel Deleeton

US$25

US$24

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US$25

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17 reviews

#47 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Very cheap.”
“Booked via traveloka which just pay RM70++ which is very cheap as compared to other bgt hotel.”

Kinabalu Daya Hotel

US$31

US$28

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US$31

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US$31

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US$31

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455 reviews

#54 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Really strategic place, walking distance to Gaya Street, where plenty of local foods around, Todak Point, waterfront area where u can get cheap seafood, etc. Nearby Signal Hill observation point and Atkinson clock...”
“Please do try their inai spa massage affordable and relaxing...keep up with the great service....”

Winner Hotel

US$33

US$28

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US$33

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103 reviews

#72 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“The front of house staff were very friendly and helpful ......... Overall, for me, this hotel was cheap but really good value for my money .......”
“There is a very cheap local bar just to the left T.R Restaurant I think it was called which I recommend for a beer or takeaways as it is much cheaper than anywhere else in the area.”

Hotel Eden54

US$30

US$29

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1,227 reviews

#4 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“This hotel is awesome: clean and quiet, affordable, and with friendly staff.”
“The hotel is also in a perfect location for all that KK has to offer - bars, restaurants etc. Hotel Eden54 is an excellent place to stay if you are on a budget.”

1 City Hotel

US$30

US$29

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US$30

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107 reviews

#20 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“It's a budget hotel that is clean, modern and well maintained.”
“Great location as it is walking distance to malls and resturantas. Room was spacious and clean although sometines you can smell cigarette smoke. Reception was friendly, checking in was a breeze. Restroom was ok...”

Mandarin Hotel

US$40

US$35

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US$40

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154 reviews

#7 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“It is a centrally located hotel that will suit perfectly to any budget traveller; the rooms are comfortable and well equipped, wifi connection is good and the staff members are particularly friendly and help you a...”
“I've stayed at a variety of hotels in Malaysia - from budget, to mid, luxury and Kuala Lumpers best, and the Mandarin wins with it's understated cleanliness, service, location and all around great hotel.”

Oceania Hotel

US$45

US$38

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US$39

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US$38

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US$45

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199 reviews

#17 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Good stay for budget trip”
“... in I told them how sad I had to miss it,she went away 30 mins later rang my room with my ticket,did 2 more tours through them ,if I'm back there that's were I'm going to stay,the rooms are so cheap do upgrade”

Zara's Boutique Hotel

US$45

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113 reviews

#32 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Very suitable for big family vacation with an affordable price.”
“Convenience on a Budget”

Hotel Capital

US$58

US$47

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104 reviews

#12 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Cheap, clean, well appointed recently refurbished rooms - slightly above a travellodge standard in the UK.”
“Great, affordable stay!”

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

US$76

US$51

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US$57

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US$76

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521 reviews

#15 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Every cozy and simple yet elegant ...food is nice and very affordable , room view is awesome facing kk city .recommended”
“Good option for those travelling on a reasonable budget, especially those who intend to run the Borneo Marathon, or, just want to be right smack dab in the middle of downtown KK for business or leisure.”

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The Klagan Hotel

US$60

US$52

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US$60

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US$58

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366 reviews

#14 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Oh the hotel is a block away from the sea, waterfront dining and really close to the Philippines market, wet market, etc. cheap Grab ride to anywhere else in KK”
“Great affordable hotel at Kota Kinabalu.”

Likas Square Apartment Hotel

US$94

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US$94

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US$94

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207 reviews

#33 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“A good place to stay, friendly staff with good service and communication, the environment is clean and comfortable, price is affordable and reasonable, can buy some groceries at convenience stores near hotel down...”
“Excellent services, comfortable environment, affordable prices room, good condition facilities.”

Hotel Sixty3

US$130

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815 reviews

#2 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“perfect budget hotele”
“excellent hotel nice personnel cheap price we got a free upgrade coz we were on honeymoon just one thing too many people at reception waiting to go for tours... but I suppose this is the case in all places in KK”

KK Suites Hotel

US$204

US$118

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136 reviews

#39 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Excellent service for this type of budget hotel.”
“Highly recommended for budget travellers!”

Gaya Centre Hotel

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#23 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“I have been staying here numerous time because of the location ...where it is cheap and affordable and city Center.”
“I would definitely recommend it to people traveling on a budget.”

Imperial Boutec Hotel

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229 reviews

#69 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“... it seems that the hotel has been closed for good and had integrated itself with The Klagan Hotel next door. We were curious recently & try to find the hotel but when we got to the intended floor, what we saw...”
“Almost everytime my family trip to kk,we will stay at this hotel.no 1 reason bcos its walking distance to centre point,emago.no 2 ,car park inside building was very save.no 3,will update later lol.nevertheless i...”

Impiana Mutiara Hotel

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5 reviews

#73 of 98 Hotels in Kota Kinabalu

“Room is small but with private bathroom and cable TV, you cannot expect more if you are paying less than RM70 per night. Choice of cable TV is limited to HBO, others are local channel. Location is excellent and...”
“The exceptionally bad service is what I'll start with. The reception staff were more interested with playing games on their mobile phones rather than serving us and checking us in. On arrival we were shown our...”

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