Vibrant Hostel
Hostel/Backpacker accommodationLevel 1-5, Block E, Lot 29 Kota Kinabalu Times Square (KKTS), Kota Kinabalu, MalaysiaShow on map
Fabulous
Guests rate it highest for location, service and food.
8.9561Reviews- Check-in from 2:00 PMCheck-out by 12:00 PM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.4 out of 10, at Level 1-5, Block E, Lot 29 Kota Kinabalu Times Square (KKTS).
Convenient Location Vibrant Hostel is situated close to popular attractions like the Filipino Market Sabah and Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.
Comfortable Accommodation Guests can enjoy air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, shared kitchen facilities, and luggage storage at Vibrant Hostel.
Nearby Landmarks Explore the city easily with the North Borneo Railway and Likas City Mosque within a short distance from the property.
To experience a blend of convenience and comfort, book your stay at Vibrant Hostel now.
What this place offers
- WiFi available
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Air conditioning
- Lift / Elevator
- Luggage storage
- Non-smoking throughout
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Board games/puzzles
- Shared kitchen
Rooms
8.9
Fabulous
Rated 8.9 out of 10 by 561 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness7.9
- Service9.3
- Location9.4
- Rooms8.8
- Amenities8.8
- Value8.8
- Food & drink8.9
Guests mention
Friendly staffGood locationComfortable beds
Mie MeldgaardDKFint værelse. Rent. Centralt. Absolut værdi for pengene.
Det var rent. Det er centralt.
Super med opdelt toilet til mænd og kvinder.
Ikke noget
RafeahMalaysiaLocation
sitiMalaysiaShower and pantry area dirty and noisy. Staff were hardly assisting and not as friendly as expected.
AmirMalaysiaRecommended
Good
Good
MichelleMalaysiaWill repeat
The location was good. 3 minutes away from Imago. There's even a convenience store downstairs where i get my slipper & other basic toiletries
Just the lift. It smells bad. Could be the public area lift but could be…
JeffreyMalaysiaThe staff are friendly and welcoming
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.
Where you’ll be
Level 1-5, Block E, Lot 29 Kota Kinabalu Times Square (KKTS), Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Guests rate the location 9.4 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM
Children welcome
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No pets
Non-smoking rooms available
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Vibrant Hostel
What time is check-in and check-out at Vibrant Hostel?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM. Check-out is by 12:00 PM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Vibrant Hostel allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Does Vibrant Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
How do I book Vibrant Hostel?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Vibrant Hostel?
Level 1-5, Block E, Lot 29 Kota Kinabalu Times Square (KKTS), Kota Kinabalu.
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