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24 Jul - 26 Jul
In two weeks
31 Jul - 2 Aug
In one month
14 Aug - 16 Aug
In two months
11 Sept - 13 Sept

Our top choices for Kuantan hostels

Lobby

Hotel O Kuantan Backpackers

Hotel O Kuantan Backpackers
2.0 star property
Kuantan
6.8 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good & comfortable common area. The house is a bit 'lived" in some parts. Cleanliness not 100%, but considering the price ok."
Switzerland
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$27
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel O Kuantan Backpackers
Lobby sitting area

The Explorers Guesthouse and Hostel

The Explorers Guesthouse and Hostel
2.0 star property
Golden Triangle
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (150 reviews)
"Absolute worst place I've ever stayed in, it's disgusting, smells horrible, the staff were really bad and people there were very strange. Don't stay there"
United Kingdom
Maxime
The price is NZ$34
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
The Explorers Guesthouse and Hostel
Interior

The Bodhi Lodge - Hostel

The Bodhi Lodge - Hostel
2.0 star property
Bangsar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Mini Pet house, convenient"
Singapore
Roger
The price is NZ$29
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
The Bodhi Lodge - Hostel
Free WiFi

Traveller Bunker Hostel 1

Traveller Bunker Hostel 1
2.0 star property
Tanah Rata
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"kind staff"
Malaysia
Teesha
The price is NZ$99
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Traveller Bunker Hostel 1
A rooftop bar with a stage for live music, surrounded by seating areas and city views.

PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe

PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe
2.0 star property
Brickfields
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (66 reviews)
"Very nice staff and guests "
United States
bisola ibiwunmi
The price is NZ$40
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe
Garden

Westwood Highland - Hostel

Westwood Highland - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kampung Raja
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (48 reviews)
"Very nice environment, friendly staff, "
Malaysia
Geok Hooi
The price is NZ$107
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Westwood Highland - Hostel
Snack bar

Hexa Hotel & Backpackers Capsules Bukit Bintang

Hexa Hotel & Backpackers Capsules Bukit Bintang
2.0 star property
Bukit Bintang
7.6 out of 10, Good, (15 reviews)
"Nice location "
United States
OBIAGELI
The price is NZ$66
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Hexa Hotel & Backpackers Capsules Bukit Bintang
View from property

Sleepbox Hotel - Hostel

Sleepbox Hotel - Hostel
2.0 star property
Tanah Rata
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (24 reviews)
"Outstanding service by the staff, nice place and in good location near Tanah Rata Bus station"
Malaysia
Emmanuel
The price is NZ$31
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Sleepbox Hotel - Hostel
Single Pod Front Entry (Mix)

The Bed KLCC - Hostel

The Bed KLCC - Hostel
2.0 star property
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (92 reviews)
"The location is great and clean. Overall I’m very satisfied with my stay"
Malaysia
Minah
The price is NZ$79
includes taxes & fees
22 July - 23 July
The Bed KLCC - Hostel
Outdoor pool

Tropicana The Residence by KLCC

Tropicana The Residence by KLCC
2.0 star property
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"Location is great. Walking distance to almost everywhere."
Singapore
Farhan
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Tropicana The Residence by KLCC
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Top Kuantan Hotel Reviews

AC Hotel by Marriott Kuantan

AC Hotel by Marriott Kuantan

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, staff very helpful, breakfast nice"
wong 2-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
AC Hotel by Marriott Kuantan

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Kuantan Hostels information

Number of reviews
405
Accommodation
2 Hostels
Lowest Price
NZ$27
Highest Price
NZ$183

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Kuantan?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your money for fun things to do. The river views create an appealing natural setting, and you can enjoy attractions like the water park.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Kuantan?
Need some guidance on where to stay in Kuantan? This hostel is popular: Hotel O Kuantan Backpackers - Property features include free Wi-Fi, multilingual staff and free newspapers. Rooms come with towels, showers and free Wi-Fi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Kuantan?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Kuantan are December, November, October and September, with each month seeing an average of 363 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Kuantan?
Generally, Kuantan is known for its seafood, rivers and water parks. Get out into nature with places such as Kuantan Recreational Parks, Teluk Cempedak Beach and Sepat Beach. Cultural attractions include Heroes Museum, Natural Batik Factory and Natural Batik Factory. Locals like to shop at Kuantan City Mall and East Coast Mall.
What's the best way to get to and around Kuantan while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Kuantan on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Kuantan (KUA-Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah), 8.8 mi (14.2 km) away from the city centre.