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Vibrant Hostel

Property class: 2
Hostel near Imago Shopping Mall in Kota Kinabalu

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A kitchen with a wooden countertop, a bowl of eggs, a coffee cup, and various kitchen items.
A multi-story building with a prominent 'PARKSON' sign on the facade, indicating a commercial or retail space.
A kitchen with a dish drying rack above a microwave, a small potted plant, and a coffee machine.
A room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a blue sofa with green cushions, a small plant, and a framed inspirational quote.
A hallway with a door leading to a bathroom, potted plants, and a light fixture on the ceiling.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Level 1 - 5, Unit 29, Building No E, KK Times Square, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88100
  • Place, Imago Shopping Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Gleneagles Hospital
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 1 Bed in 4 Beds Mixed Dorm Room

A hotel room with a bed, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a wall-mounted lamp, and a motivational quote on the wall.

1 Bed in 4 Beds Mixed Dorm Room

  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Bed in 8 Beds Mixed Dorm Room

A single bed with white linens, a hanging coat rack, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

1 Bed in 8 Beds Mixed Dorm Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a small bedside table with a potted plant, and a grey wall.

Private Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for 1 Bed in 4 Beds Female Dorm Room

A dormitory room with bunk beds, numbered beds, a wall-mounted air conditioner, a towel rack, and a motivational poster.

1 Bed in 4 Beds Female Dorm Room

  • 96 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu stay.You'll be steps from Imago Shopping Mall and within a 10-minute walk of Gleneagles Hospital with a stay at this Downtown Kota Kinabalu hostel. Kota Kinabalu Esplanade and Plaza Wawasan are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Imago Shopping Mall - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gleneagles Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Esplanade - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Centre Point - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sutera Harbour - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 9 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪ChaTraMue - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪MIA Boat Noodle - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dojo Nanyang Kopi House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Peniel Delicacy - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ZUS Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Vibrant Hostel

Hostel near Imago Shopping Mall in Kota Kinabalu
Vibrant Hostel offers its guests a television in a common area, an elevator, and a water dispenser. Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Kota Kinabalu hostel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Vibrant Hostel offers 22 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. This Kota Kinabalu hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and bidets. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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  • Free WiFi
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4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 239 reviews
$62 nightly
The price is $69
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: MYR 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, and cash.

Property is also known as

Vibrant Hostel Kota Kinabalu
Vibrant Kota Kinabalu
Vibrant Hostel Kota Kinabalu
Vibrant Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Vibrant Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

How close is Vibrant Hostel to the airport?

Vibrant Hostel is 5.7 mi (16-min drive) away from the Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Vibrant Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Vibrant Hostel.

How close is Vibrant Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is 4.2 mi (13-min drive) from Pantai Pulau Mamutik.

Does Vibrant Hostel offer free breakfast?

Vibrant Hostel does not offer free breakfast. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Vibrant Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Vibrant Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Vibrant Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Vibrant Hostel have a pool?

Vibrant Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Vibrant Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Vibrant Hostel to downtown Kota Kinabalu?

Vibrant Hostel is 0.8 mi away from Kota Kinabalu.

Vibrant Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Floof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and in a convenient location. Nice vibe.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Das Hostel liegt etwas versteckt in einem großen Gebäudekomplex. Es ist sehr gepflegt und man hat alles was man braucht.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SUNGGUK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

친구끼리 여행 강추

조용하고 깨끗하고 아담했어요
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lii Ming

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, convenient, reasonable price and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding hostel. Staff are friendly and helpful. Great location in KK city, convenient to travel around. However, reception is at level 1 and signboard is not big enough to attract attention. Other than that, all perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I"m very happy to have chosen to stay in Vibrant Hostel. Very clean and the staff are very helpful and warm. Moreover, next to a big mall, Imago which makes it even more convenient to relax or to find foods and etc. Only regret not trying this hostel earlier, still not too late. I'm a regular visitor to KK.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern design and really clean. The staffs super nice. Breakfast time quite long from 6am until 11am. Surely i will come when i visit Kota Kinabalu in future, I will suggest this hostel to my friends in Thailand. Keep it up. Khob Khun Krub..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good and well maintained hostel. Located next to a big mall, very convenient. Great staff too, well done. 100% satisfied. Will come back for sure if I come to Sabah again. Just GREAT and thank you for making my trip so memorable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just superb. Sparkling clean hostel and well maintained. Staff are great and very helpful whenever I need, you just need to ask for the reception no. Surrounding area is very good and safe. There is 24 hours convenient store and few local restraurants at ground level. Very pleasant stay, thank you Vibrant Hostel. Keep it up!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
공항가기전에 쉬려고 예약했는데 침구도깨끗하고 직원분들도 친절했어요 와이파이도 빵빵하고 이마고몰이랑 가까워서 좋았습니다
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel !! Super clean with friendly staff. Near to Imago Shopping Mall, the best mall in KK. Bed is very comfortable and the hostel is well maintained. Shower room and toilet are separated, very clean. Best value through Expedia compares to other channels. Grab before it's too late. 24 hours convenient store on the ground floor. Very convenient. Highly recommended !!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hostel. Super clean, near to Imago Shopping Mall, 2 minutes walking distance. Shower room and toilet are separated and super clean too. Staff is very friendly and helpful. 1 night stay only, they also serve basic breakfast. Value for money. Recommended !!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
breakfast need to be improved
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019