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Borneo Backpackers

2.0 star property

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Exterior
Balcony
Hallway
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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No. 24 Lorong Dewan, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000
  • Place, Gaya Street Sunday Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

  • City view
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • City view
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, 1 of 6 Beds

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, 1 of 8 Beds

  • City view
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Kota Kinabalu

Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, Borneo Backpackers is next to Gaya Street Sunday Market and Atkinson Clock Tower. This 17-room hostel has free breakfast along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • KK Plaza - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Centre Point - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station - 8 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Guan's Kopitiam 源茶室 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Peppermint a Taste of Vietnam - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪October Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Biru Biru Cafe & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mizumizu Coffee - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Borneo Backpackers

At Borneo Backpackers, guests have access to a rooftop terrace, free WiFi in public areas, and a library. There's free parking if you drive. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and tours/tickets. Additional amenities include a terrace, a garden, and an ATM.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Ironing boards and free toiletries are other standard amenities. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Biru Biru

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in fee: 50-percent of room rate for check-in after 6 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: 50-percent of room rate for check-in after 6 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Borneo Backpackers Hostel Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers Hostel
Borneo Backpackers Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Borneo Backpackers Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Borneo Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Borneo Backpackers?

Borneo Backpackers offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Borneo Backpackers?

This hostel is situated in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, just steps from Gaya Street Sunday Market and Atkinson Clock Tower, and within a short walk of KK Plaza. You'll also find Kota Kinabalu Central Market and Suria Sabah Shopping Mall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Borneo Backpackers?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Borneo Backpackers have a casino?

No, Borneo Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Borneo Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Borneo Backpackers?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some rooms include city views.

Does Borneo Backpackers have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Borneo Backpackers have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Borneo Backpackers serves free on-the-go breakfast at Biru Biru.

Will Borneo Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Borneo Backpackers.

Are there connecting rooms at Borneo Backpackers?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from Borneo Backpackers?

The closest major airport to Borneo Backpackers is Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is 5.7 mi away (14 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Borneo Backpackers?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Borneo Backpackers.

Borneo Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Fatimah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Muhammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it. This is a really nice backpackers’ hostel and very clean indeed. The price is also very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Passing through KK

A nice little hostel. Had a private room. Small but clean. Staff were helpful and friendly. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome

Had amazing stay. The stuff is very friendly and its confortable serounding

4/10 Poor

lover traveller, NS

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Toilet is dirty

The room is nice. A queen bed with a dressing table and chair. But theres no hook to hang clothes or towels. The toilet bowl is quite dirty when i first came in. Theres like people's business "stain". If it cleans with clorox or at least brush it off it would be nice. The staff is not as quite friendly as i thought.

8/10 Good

Cameron, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hip and groovy place for world travelers

This place has a good vibe. Lots of world travelers to talk to and even locals come to hang in the cafe. Plenty of space in lounge around too. And the location is convenient for many things including the Sunday market. The owners hooked us up with an awesome 3-day tour deep in the jungle (via sticky rice travel). Very memorable and the only way to really experience the interior.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre propre. Sanitaires impeccables. Espace commun agréable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lokasi tidak jauh dr pasar. Mudah
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Rami

Liked: Staff & service
Nice and cozy little bacpacker hostel. Location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

akko, 日本

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

良い。

建物は古いけど掃除もされていて、天井が高く、味のある感じで、なかなかおしゃれだと思います。1階のバーも、ライブしてたりしてて雰囲気良いです。ただうるさいと眠れない人には泊まらないほうがいいです。 客層は私以外にアジア人は見かけませんでした。共用スペースのソファに虫がいるみたいで、痒くなりました。

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

周辺に色々そろっている

エアコンもあり快適でした。 周辺に食堂や銀行や案内所もありとても便利です。 ただ一階がバーになっているので夜遅くまで騒がしかったです。