Budget Hostels from

    Plan, book, stay with confidence
    bex rewards loyalty icon
    Be picky
    Search almost a million properties worldwide
    payments icon
    Treat yourself
    Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
    Sign in
    today icon
    Change your mind
    Book hotels with free cancellation

Featured Hostels in Ranau

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.
Don't see what you're looking for?
See all available properties in Ranau
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free

Other property types in Ranau

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
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
OYO Home 90737 Disan Baang Kiulu
Rafting
OYO Home 90737 Disan Baang Kiulu
2.5 star property
The price is S$26
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
OYO Home 90737 Disan Baang Kiulu
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

Black Friday: Members save 30%+

Members save 30%+ on selected hotels until 4 Dec (property time) with our Black Friday deals. Stay by 15 Dec 2025.
Unlock Black Friday deals

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Ranau?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for fun things to do. If you’re hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the mountain views while you’re here.
What is a hostel?
These dormitory-style accommodations come in quite a few different forms, but they have a few qualities in common, including low prices, a social setting and shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms).
What are the best hostels in Ranau?
Ready to book a hostel? These top picks get the highest reviews from our guests and could be a good place to start: Kinabalu Poring Vacation Lodge - Hostel - You can take advantage of free parking and laundry facilities, as well as barbecues. Rooms come with towels, free toiletries and TVs. Ranau Backpackers Hostel - You can take advantage of free WiFi and free parking, as well as a restaurant. Rooms come with towels and linens. Happy Garden Resort - Hostel - Located within a 20-minute walk of Mount Kinabalu National Park. Property features include free WiFi, free parking and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and free toiletries. Mountain resthouse - Located within a 5-minute walk of Mount Kinabalu National Park. Property features include free WiFi and free parking.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Ranau?
Good weather’s always better when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s a little information that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 22°C, while the coldest months are July and June, with an average of 22°C. The rainiest months in Ranau are May, November, June and January, with each month seeing an average of 504 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Ranau?
Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to discover some places near Ranau. Get out into nature with places such as Poring Hot Spring, Sosodikon Hill Kundasang and Mount Kinabalu Park Entrance. Additional attractions include Desa Cattle Dairy Farm, Mount Kinabalu National Park and Sungai Moroli Fish Spa.
What's the best way to get to and around Ranau while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Ranau on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), 45.4 mi (73.1 km) from the city centre.