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title: "Jiran Hostel, Kota Kinabalu: reviews, location & comparison"
description: "Jiran Hostel in Kota Kinabalu: rated 9.3 by guests, 2-star. Amenities, location and nearby alternatives compared side by side."
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retrieved: 2026-10-15
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Hostel · ★★
# Jiran Hostel

Kampung Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

9.3 ·  Exceptional 68 reviews ·  #100 #100 of 789 in Kota Kinabalu ·  5.9 Location score
## About Jiran Hostel

Jiran Hostel is a hostel in Kampung Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. It holds a 2-star rating. Guests rate it 9.3 out of 10 across 68 reviews. It is 2.2 km from the centre of Kota Kinabalu. The nearest airport, Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), is 6.9 km away.

- **Type:** Hostel

- **Star rating:** ★★

- **Check-in from:** 15:00

- **Check-out until:** 11:30

- **Rooms:** 5

- **Floors:** 1

- **Opened:** 2023

- **Last renovated:** 2023

- **Other stays within 500 m:** 215

50 Jalan Gaya

## How Jiran Hostel scores

Better rated than 89% of hotels in Kota Kinabalu

-   Guest rating **9.3**
-   Location **5.9**
-   Beach access **2.7**

Kota Kinabalu average

## Amenities

### Food & drink

-   Breakfast

### Internet

-   Wi-Fi

### Parking & transport

-   Parking

### Services

-   Luggage storage

### In the rooms

-   Air conditioning
-   Coffee or tea maker
-   Blackout curtains

Based on the property listing at our booking partner.

## Location

- **Location score:** **5.9**/10

- **Walk grade:** **81**/100 Good for walkers

- **Restaurants & cafés within 500 m:** **150**

- **Sights within 1 km:** **3**

<table class="dist" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tbody data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest beach<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Pantai Likas</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Nearest airport<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">6.9 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">15 min drive</span></td></tr><tr data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><th scope="row" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Distance to the centre<span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">Kota Kinabalu</span></th><td class="num" data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7=""><b data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">2.2 km</b><span data-astro-cid-s3y4nmt7="">5 min drive</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

### Sights nearby

-   Lockdown Escape Room180 m
-   Malaysia Monument690 m
-   Observatory Tower Of Kota Kinabalu960 m
-   Aquascape Center1.4 km
-   Petronas Twin Tower KLCC.1.9 km

## Jiran Hostel: in detail

At Jiran Hostel, exceptional service and top-notch amenities create a memorable experience for guests. Complimentary internet access is available in the hostel to ensure you stay connected during your visit. For guests with their own vehicle, parking facilities are provided. Continuously receive the support you require through front desk amenities such as luggage storage. At the hostel, their ticket service and tours is also capable of assisting with booking tickets and securing reservations for entertainment and adventures. Desire to unwind? Make the most of your visit at Jiran Hostel with accessible amenities such as daily housekeeping. Due to health concerns, smoking is strictly prohibited within the entire premises of hostel. Accommodations come equipped with all the conveniences required for a restful night's slumber. A selection of rooms feature linen service, blackout curtains and air conditioning to ensure your comfort and convenience. In certain rooms, the hostel offers visitors access to a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker and instant coffee. In the hostel, certain guest bathrooms come equipped with essential bathroom amenities, such as a hair dryer and toiletries, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. At Jiran Hostel, each day commences with a scrumptious breakfast offered at no additional cost.

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## Questions about Jiran Hostel

### How do guests rate Jiran Hostel?

Jiran Hostel has a guest rating of 9.3 out of 10 from 68 reviews, which is better than 89% of rated hotels in Kota Kinabalu.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Jiran Hostel?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is until 11:30.

### Does Jiran Hostel include breakfast?

Breakfast is available. Whether it is included depends on the rate you book.

### Is there parking at Jiran Hostel?

Yes, parking is available; charges may apply.

### How far is Jiran Hostel from the airport?

The nearest airport, Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI), is 6.9 km away in a straight line.

### Is Jiran Hostel close to the beach?

The nearest beach is 2.2 km from the hotel.

### How many rooms does Jiran Hostel have?

Jiran Hostel has 5 rooms on 1 floors.

Updated 6 Oct 2026. Data: Agoda, Overture Maps, OpenStreetMap, OurAirports and hotels' own websites. We may earn a commission from partner links; it never changes the comparison. [How we score](https://stayversus.com/en/about/)

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