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KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers

Hotel near Imago Shopping Mall in Kota Kinabalu

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Exterior
Dining
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Interior

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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KOTA KINABALU, Sabah
  • Place, Centre Point
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu stay.With a stay at this Downtown Kota Kinabalu hotel, you'll be steps from Local Fruits Market and Anjung Kinabalu. Kota Kinabalu Esplanade and Warisan Square are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Centre Point - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Esplanade - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • KK Plaza - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 7 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Meridien Club Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pasar Pilipin & Bugis - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Seng Hing Coffee Shop - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪City Food Corner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Kopi Kim Hing Lee (金興利茶室) - ‬2 min walk

About this property

KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers

Nestled in the heart of Kota Kinabalu's lively Warisan Square, our backpacker hostel invites you to experience budget-friendly comfort with a dash of adventure. Embrace the vibrant atmosphere as you step outside, surrounded by bustling markets and local delights. Our hostel offers a cozy retreat, where fellow travelers become friends, and shared stories echo in the communal spaces. With its strategic location, affordable rates, and a warm, welcoming vibe, our backpacker haven is the perfect launchpad for exploring the wonders of Kota Kinabalu.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 19
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 19.

Frequently asked questions

How close is KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers to the airport?

This hotel is 5.2 mi (13-min drive) away from the Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers?

As of Apr 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers on Apr 12, 2026 start from $34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this hotel.

How close is KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers to the beach?

This hotel is 4.3 mi (14-min drive) from Pantai Pulau Mamutik.

Does KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers offer free breakfast?

This hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers have a pool?

This hotel does not have a pool.

Does KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is KK Uptown Hostel & Backpackers to downtown Kota Kinabalu?

This hotel is 0.1 mi away from Sinsuran Kompleks.

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