[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Vibrant Hostel Hostel in Kota Kinabalu, steps from Imago Shopping Mall ![1 Bed in 8 Beds Mixed Dorm Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31621100/31621045/28e726cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31621100/31621045/2f94a9d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31621100/31621045/f8b02542.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31621100/31621045/17ca15f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31621100/31621045/4d076633.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Vibrant Hostel creates a lively atmosphere in downtown Kota Kinabalu where guests can stay connected with in-room WiFi. A water dispenser keeps everyone hydrated, and previous visitors particularly value the location—just a short walk from Imago Shopping Mall. 9.8 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 16 - Oct. 17](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=31621045&PinnedHotelID=31621045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=31621045&PinnedHotelID=31621045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 17 - Oct. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=31621045&PinnedHotelID=31621045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=31621045&PinnedHotelID=31621045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=31621045&PinnedHotelID=31621045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=31621045&PinnedHotelID=31621045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=31621045&PinnedHotelID=31621045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=31621045&PinnedHotelID=31621045&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31621100/31621045/d105285d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in 4 Beds Mixed Dorm Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Bidet Daily housekeeping - 96 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![1 Bed in 8 Beds Mixed Dorm Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31621100/31621045/28e726cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in 8 Beds Mixed Dorm Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Bidet Daily housekeeping - 161 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 4 Twin Bunk Beds ![Private Queen Room ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31621100/31621045/eee146cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Private Queen Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Bidet Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![1 Bed in 4 Beds Female Dorm Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31630000/31621100/31621045/ee19514c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### 1 Bed in 4 Beds Female Dorm Room ### Highlights Air conditioning Bidet Daily housekeeping - 96 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Kota Kinabalu travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu.dx602) [View more Hostels in Kota Kinabalu](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hostels.d602-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.96953%2C116.06535&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pS03K8dYOaWtEpm12hh7fmaFjWo=) Level 1 - 5, Unit 29, Building No E, KK Times Square, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88100 ### What's nearby - Imago Shopping Mall - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Sutera Harbour - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Gaya Street Sunday Market - 2 min drive - 2.5 km - Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 3 min drive - 2.9 km - Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 3.2 km ### Getting around - Tanjung Aru Station - 9 min drive - Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 16 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Dojo Nanyang Kopi House - ‬2 min walk - ‪Upperstar Bar & Grill Restaurant - ‬2 min walk - ‪ZUS Coffee - ‬2 min walk - ‪Warung Padang Jawa - ‬1 min walk - ‪Blue Tandoor - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Vibrant Hostel Hostel near Imago Shopping Mall Vibrant Hostel provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Continental breakfast (surcharge), a TV in the lobby, and an elevator - Smoke-free premises, luggage storage, and a reception hall - A water dispenser Room features All guestrooms at Vibrant Hostel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Other amenities include: - Shared bathrooms with showers and bidets ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7130000/7123700/7123649/958da6d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Manja Hotel Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Parking available 6.6 75 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=7123649&PinnedHotelID=7123649&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - 5 floors - Reception hall - Smoking not allowed ## 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 ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not 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 You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash deposit: MYR 100 per stay We have included 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 ### 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 ### Is Vibrant Hostel pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Vibrant Hostel? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Vibrant Hostel? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available. ### What time is check-out at Vibrant Hostel? > Check-out is at noon. ### Where is Vibrant Hostel located? > Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, this hostel is within a 10-minute walk of Imago Shopping Mall, Gleneagles Hospital, and Kota Kinabalu Esplanade. Plaza Wawasan and Oceanus Waterfront Mall are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Vibrant Hostel Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 9.8/10 Staff & service ### 9.8/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Floof, Lahore Feb 18, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable and in a convenient location. Nice vibe. ##### Floof Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Ben, München Feb 16, 2020 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. ##### Ben Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 19, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SUNGGUK Jan 8, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 친구끼리 여행 강추 조용하고 깨끗하고 아담했어요 ##### SUNGGUK Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lii Ming Dec 26, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Clean, convenient, reasonable price and friendly staff. ##### Lii Ming Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 8, 2019 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 24, 2019 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 7, 2019 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Sep 7, 2019 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.. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 25, 2019 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. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 18, 2019 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!!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 14, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities 공항가기전에 쉬려고 예약했는데 침구도깨끗하고 직원분들도 친절했어요 와이파이도 빵빵하고 이마고몰이랑 가까워서 좋았습니다 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 10, 2019 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 !!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 9, 2019 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 !!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### amy Jun 25, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities breakfast need to be improved ##### amy Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels.d178276.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [ExecutiveHotelsResorts Hotels in Chilliwack](https://www.expedia.ca/Chilliwack-Hotels-Executive-Hotels-Resorts.0-0-d6058408--bExecutiveHotelsResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Casa Cúpula Luxury LGBT Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Casa-Cupula-Luxury-LGBT-Boutique-Hotel.h1621985.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Desert Club Resort by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Club-Vacations-At-Desert-Club-Resort.h1140159.Hotel-Information) > > [Casino Hotels in Manitoba](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Manitoba-Casino-Hotel.0-0-d11148-tCasinoHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotel Indigo Everett - Waterfront Place by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Hotel-Indigo-Everett-Waterfront-Place.h37617388.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Amsterdam](https://www.expedia.ca/Amsterdam-Hotels.d178229.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Port of Tampa](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Of-Tampa-Hotels.0-l6127884-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Lindsay](https://www.expedia.ca/Lindsay-Hotels.d8627.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Oshawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Oshawa-Hotels.d6057905.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Phnom Penh](https://www.expedia.ca/Phnom-Penh-Hotels.d6191801.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Ottawa](https://www.expedia.ca/Ottawa-Hotels.d178296.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Fraser Suites Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.ca/Edinburgh-Hotels-Fraser-Suites-Edinburgh.h2278102.Hotel-Information) > > [Coast Tsawwassen Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Delta-Hotels-Coast-Tsawwassen-Inn.h4785.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Niagara Falls](https://www.expedia.ca/Niagara-Falls-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d6023515-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Embassy Suites by Hilton Toronto Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Embassy-Suites-By-Hilton-Toronto-Airport.h8051.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/yyc/saskatoon-to-calgary) > > [WestJet Calgary (YYC) to New York (JFK) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/westjet-from-calgary-intl-to-john-f-kennedy-intl/ws/yyc/jfk) > > [Flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ind/yvr/indianapolis-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Oslo (OSL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/edi/osl/edinburgh-to-oslo) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Taoyuan City (TPE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/tpe/calgary-to-taipei) > > [Flights from Ottawa (YOW) to Chantilly (IAD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yow/iad/ottawa-to-washington) > > [Cathay Pacific](https://www.expedia.ca/Cathay-Pacific-Flights.cCX.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Miami (MIA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mia/toronto-to-miami) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Goffs (YHZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/yhz/montreal-to-halifax) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Goffs (YHZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yhz/toronto-to-halifax) ### Packages > [French Polynesia Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/French-Polynesia.d61.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Starlight Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Starlight-Casino-West-Edmonton.d6239915.Vacation-Attraction) > > [all inclusive vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations)