The Best Hostels in Malaysia for Backpackers and Budget Travellers

The Best Hostels in Malaysia for Backpackers and Budget Travellers Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur | Penang | Melaka | Borneo | Langkawi

Malaysia is a popular travel destination for backpackers who are visiting Southeast Asia. It has a more modern feel than some other nearby countries, but the prices remain affordable.

There is no shortage of hostels in most popular destinations in Malaysia. It's usually possible to find a room after you arrive, but if you're looking to make reservations, then the hostels below are popular and listed on most booking websites.
How much do hostels in Malaysia cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Malaysia here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



An affordable, quiet, and safe hostel in Melaka, Malaysia.

Dorm Bed from $7.70
Private Room from $6.01
Overall Rating: 90%
46-A Jln Portugis, Melaka
Ringos Foyer Guest House is a favorite place to stay for budget travelers and backpackers to Melaka. The staff are super helpful and friendly and they can help you arrange any number of tours or activities in the area. The hostel is centrally located just a short walk from Jonker Street, and there are many great museums, art galleries, and shops nearby.

The hostel is social but relaxing and you can be assured a good night's sleep. During the evening they often take guests to a favorite local restaurant where you can try several local specialties.

The rooms are quiet and comfortable. There are double private rooms available as well as dorms for budget travelers who don't mind a more social setting.


A safe and comfortable hostel in Kota Kinabalu, Borneo.

Dorm Bed from $5.85
Private Room from $7.90
Overall Rating: 84%
1st Floor, No. 133 Jalan Gaya,, Kota Kinabalu
Akinabalu Youth Hostel is an affordable but basic place to stay in Kota Kinabalu. The rooms are relatively comfortable and there are both private rooms and dorms to choose from. Private rooms are doubles and dorms sleep either four or ten people. The four bed dorm is female only.

The hostel has all of the standard amenities available including breakfast, evening air conditioning, cable television, internet access, luggage storage, laundry service, and security lockers.

The hostel is located near Gaya Street which is in the heart of the city and accessible to almost anything you might need.


A safe and comfortable hostel in Kuching, Borneo.

Dorm Bed from $6.49
Private Room from $0.96
Overall Rating: 93%
1st Floor, 236 Padungan Road, Kuching
Marco Polo is a favorite guesthouse in Kuching, Borneo. It's located in the historic Chinatown area and is near Padungan Street. It's in a convenient location near everything you might want to see or do and it's close to the famous Kuching waterfront, the Main Bazaar, India Street, Sarawak Museum, and all kinds of shopping.

This is a small but comfortable place to stay. It's basic and affordable and there are four rooms that range in size and sleep between two and eight people. Each room is air conditioned.


Dorm Bed from $13.31
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
A-12-01 Mercu Summer Suites 8 Jalan Cendana, Kuala Lumpur
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, key card access, parking, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, housekeeping, and a mini-supermarket are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $5.44
Private Room from $7.67
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
90 Jalan Pudu Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Sha La La @ Kuala Lumpur is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, towels included, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $9.68
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
17B Lorong Chulia Georgetown, Penang
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service and bicycle hire. Laundry facilities, towels included, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $6.54
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
33A-24-07, VILLA PUTRA JALAN TUN ISMAIL WTC, Kuala Lumpur
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, and a common room. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, towels included, air conditioning, housekeeping, and a mini-supermarket are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $27.84
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
Lot 285, Off Jalan Sultan Tengah Block 2 Salak Lan, Kuching
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a bar, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, a restaurant, and a cafe. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, luggage storage, key card access, parking, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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