Travelers start their day with local breakfast flavors before hitting the nearby golf course, then return to make new friends at the daily manager's reception
SKYPOD Hostel is near Imago Shopping Mall and Sabah State Museum. Guests enjoy local breakfast, nearby golf course access, and WiFi. The property has a grocery store for essentials and a terrace for the daily manager's reception where travelers gather.
This property offers transfers from the airport and train station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cash deposit: MYR 50.00 per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: MYR 30 per vehicle
Late check-out fee: MYR 29 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Frequently asked questions
Is SKYPOD Hostel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at SKYPOD Hostel?
Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at SKYPOD Hostel?
Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at SKYPOD Hostel?
Checkout is at noon. Late checkout is available for MYR 29 (subject to availability).
Does SKYPOD Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's a shuttle from the airport to the hotel that runs on request. A fee of MYR 30 per vehicle applies.
Where is SKYPOD Hostel located?
Located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, this golf capsule hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Kompleks Asia City, Imago Shopping Mall and Sabah State Museum. Atkinson Clock Tower and Anjung Samudera are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
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9.0
Wonderful
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A few of the things I liked in the dorm room is each bed has a curtain so you have privacy and the space is really big with lots of storage space right under your bed. The staff were really friendly and helpful and the welcome card is a nice touch too. There’s a nice chill out area with bean bags and the coffee is great too. (Good coffee is a rarity in hostels)
Jacqueline
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Myriam
24 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Un désastre
Nous avons restés 3 nuits sur 7 au Skypod. Il a eu une panne d’électricité importante qui a durée au moins trois jours: nous ne savons pas réellement quand l’électricité et revenu, nous sommes partis. Le personnel ne s’en préoccupait pas de tout, personne était capable de nous informés sur la situation. Ils riaient et bavardaient ensemble... De plus, ils laissent entrer des nouveaux clients à 4h le matin qui n’ont aucun respect pour les gens qui dorment... Machine à café brisée et jamais réparée. Déjeuner corrects sans plus. Trop bien côté et trop cher pour un hostel comme ça! Bref, n’y allez pas, il y a moins cher et mieux !
Little place, and a bit hidden. Nice staff, rather helpful. Kitchen & bathrooms need improvement and cleaning. Cubicle private & comfortable, great space for securing the luggage & belongings. Normal breakfast.
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
3 Aug 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Quite hot bcoz the staff like to turn off the air cond.
Stay at Skypod was good. The 2nd night we booked a month or so in advance. We showed up to find out the whole hostel was booked up. They relocated us to JIA by Skypod and refunded our night. A small hiccup but they were very accommodating. Only little upset was that they agreed to pay for our airport transfer from the new place but didn't.
Good value for a less money, one of the best dormitory from my trip on Malaysia
Peter
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
leyla
3 Feb 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good atmosphere, friendly staff
I enjoyed my time at the SKypod hostel. The rooms were very clean and well kept. The staff were friendly and were able to help with most things. My only downside was the location. For me it was not central enough to the city. However it was walkable or you can catch and Uber quite cheap.
The breakfast simple and nice. The location also near from airport and town. Overall is very good experience. It is very worth for whet we have paid. Thank you, skypod:)
Very Nice Hostel - Very Friendly and Helpful Staff
My first time staying in a hostel, let alone a "pod" type hostel. I was in a mixed room with about 25 pods. Below each pod was storage room to hold even a suitcase with a provide lock. Free wifi, a very simple breakfast with free coffee all day and night. There were 3 showers(never a problem with water pressure or hot water) that were shared among us plus 2 restrooms. There was also a changing room in both the shower area and in the shared dormitory area. They even have a washing machine that you can use with an area to hang your washed clothes.
I was skeptical at first as to how loud it might be considering you are sleeping in an area with possible 25 people right next to you. Amazing as to how quiet it really was. In fact, more quiet that most motels I have stayed in as maybe people were very conscious as to how close in proximity we were to one another.
I still would suggest to bring ear plugs or ear buds as you might have someone in the area that is a loud snorer!
This place was not in the center of town so it is about 2 km away. I personally walked it a couple times but also used uber and grab which are both readily available. Airport is only about 7 1/2 km away which only took 25 min which was during heavy traffic.
The staff were incredible....friendly, very nice and helpful. Thank you Gary and Ray for helping me out.
Absolutely flawless this hostel. I don't usually do hostel, but did this before mount KK. Cheap airport pickup, best friendly service and staff, towels, bathroom facilities. Everything was just in order and ready for guests. Shared dorm with seperate and quite private and cousy, clean doublebed 'pods'. We brought own sleeping bag, otherwise they have blanket, I didn't use. Plenty of room for big luggage and you can lock it under bed. Breakfast is perfectly decent and free good coffee. I am lost for words of the benefits, professionalism, comfort and value you get for a very good price
L'établissement est tout neuf. Les personnel est des plus serviable et vous donne d'excellents conseils. Si les immeubles environnants ne sont pas derniers cris, c'est un quartier sûr où l'on trouve de bons restaurants locaux donc pas chers, à contrario du front de mer, bière et plats ici sont moitié prix. Une adresse où l'on reviendra avec plaisir. Le wifi n'est pas à la hauteur du reste des services...