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Featured Hostels in Kota Marudu

Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (28)
"There were few other guests, but the family of owners were inedible friendly! If you are looking for a quiet stay at a good price, away from the hustle and bustle of Mt Kinabalu, and right next to the Poring Hot Springs, this is an excellent choice."
Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel
Ranau Backpackers Hostel
View from property

Ranau Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
4.8 out of 10, (3)
"Cannot check in cause the hotel are already full after comform booked!"
Ranau Backpackers Hostel
Happy Garden Resort - Hostel
Exterior

Happy Garden Resort - Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6)
"Worth for the money and quite close to Kinabalu gate"
Happy Garden Resort - Hostel
Mountain resthouse
Front of property

Mountain resthouse

1.0 star property
Mountain resthouse
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Mesilau Mountain Retreats
Terrace/patio

Mesilau Mountain Retreats

3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (12)
"We like this place as it is the closest to the most beautiful mountain view of Mount Kinabalu. The rooms had bed sufficient for up to 10 pax. Kitchen is well equipped and we can whip up meals conveniently. Staffs are friendly. We will come back again. "
Mesilau Mountain Retreats
Cabana Retreat - Glamping
Beach

Cabana Retreat - Glamping

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (6)
"I like the place. very nice, very clean. The housekeeping & reception as well as the staff at the bar are very friendly and because of that i feel very welcomed whereby I invited many of my friends to stay there again a few days after my first visit. BUT on my second visit with my friends we are disappointed when the property don't offer banana boat ride anymore because they said that they don't have a driver. Some of my friends come to try the banana boat. So we said that's fine, we'll play...
Cabana Retreat - Glamping
OYO HOME 90688 Kundasang Mount Garden
Front of property

OYO HOME 90688 Kundasang Mount Garden

2.0 star property
OYO HOME 90688 Kundasang Mount Garden
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Kota Marudu?
Our customers like these accommodations in the area, and they may have reasonable prices: OYO 90709 Northern Inn - 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from the heart of Kota Marudu. Property features at this hotel include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and TV in a common area. Hotel Marudu Inn - 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from the heart of Kota Marudu. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and tour/ticket assistance at this guest house. Wind Valley Farmstay - 35.2 mi (56.7 km) from the heart of Kota Marudu. Guests can enjoy free WiFi and free parking at this hotel. Super OYO 89300 Zen Garden Resort - 38.5 mi (61.9 km) from the heart of Kota Marudu. Located within a 20-minute walk of Mount Kinabalu National Park. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, free parking and barbecues at this lodge. Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Kinabalu Park - 36.9 mi (59.4 km) from the heart of Kota Marudu. Guests can enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and barbecues at this hostel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kota Marudu?
Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Kota Marudu are January, December, November and October, with each month seeing an average of 291 mm of rainfall.
What's the best way to get to and around Kota Marudu while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Kota Marudu on hand to make the most of your stay: You can fly into the nearest airport, which is Kudat (KUD), located 29.8 mi (47.9 km) away from the city centre.