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2/10 Terrible
Mat
Aug 31, 2018
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Mat
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
Ranau Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
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Reviews
4.84.8 out of 10
Popular amenities
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Housekeeping
Explore the area
1st Floor, Block N, Sedco Shophouse, Jln Kembar Pekan Ranau, Ranau, Sabah, 89308
- Arnab VillagePlace, Arnab Village8 min drive
- Last POW Camp MemorialPlace, Last POW Camp Memorial10 min drive
- Kokob Rafflesia Conservation GardenPlace, Kokob Rafflesia Conservation Garden10 min drive
Room options
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1 Twin Bed Room
- City view
- Sleeps 2
- 1 Twin Bed
- Free WiFi
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Double Room
- City view
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
- Free WiFi
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1 Bed in a 7-Bed Female Dorm
- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
- Free WiFi
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Family Room
- City view
- Sleeps 5
- 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
- Free WiFi
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1 Bed in a 8-Bed Male Dorm
- City view
- Sleeps 1
- 1 Twin Bed
- Free WiFi
About the neighborhood
Ranau
Ranau Backpackers Hostel places you within a 10-minute drive of Arnab Village and Last POW Camp Memorial. This 9-room hostel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.
What's nearby
- Arnab Village - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
- Last POW Camp Memorial - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles
- Kokob Rafflesia Conservation Garden - 10 min drive - 6.3 miles
- Kundasang War Memorial - 17 min drive - 11.7 miles
- Desa Cattle Dairy Farm - 21 min drive - 13.4 miles
Getting around
- Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) - 91 min drive
Restaurants
- Zus Coffee - 4 min walk
- KFC - 3 min walk
- Kedai Makan Yeong Hing - 4 min walk
- Restoran Jamal Salim - 3 min walk
- Restoran Firdaus - 4 min walk
About this property
Ranau Backpackers Hostel
Guests staying at Ranau Backpackers Hostel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a terrace, and a hair salon. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi.
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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
- A restaurant
Conveniences
- Hair salon
- Limited-hour front desk
- Luggage storage
Guest services
- Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
- Terrace
More
- Designated smoking areas
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer (on request)
- Towels provided
More
- Air conditioning
- Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
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
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:
- Cash deposit: MYR 20.0 per stay
These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
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 cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Check-in: 2 PM
- Check-out: noon
- 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 for incidental charges and 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 cash.
- Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
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
Ranau Backpackers
Ranau Backpackers Hostel Sabah
Ranau Backpackers Hostel Ranau
Ranau Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ranau Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ranau
Frequently asked questions
Are free cancellation options available at Ranau Backpackers Hostel?
Ranau Backpackers Hostel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.
What's there to see around Ranau Backpackers Hostel?
This hostel is located in Ranau, close to Arnab Village, Kokob Rafflesia Conservation Garden, and Last POW Camp Memorial. You'll also find Sosodikon Hill Kundasang nearby.
Is there parking available at Ranau Backpackers Hostel?
Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.
Does Ranau Backpackers Hostel feature a casino on the premises?
No, Ranau Backpackers Hostel doesn't have a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at Ranau Backpackers Hostel?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.
Is Ranau Backpackers Hostel a good place to stay for couples?
Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a restaurant and a hair salon plus some rooms include a city view.
Does Ranau Backpackers Hostel have a hot tub?
No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.
Does Ranau Backpackers Hostel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
No, Ranau Backpackers Hostel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.
Will Ranau Backpackers Hostel allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at Ranau Backpackers Hostel.
Does Ranau Backpackers Hostel have connecting rooms available?
No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Are there rooms with balconies at Ranau Backpackers Hostel?
No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Ranau Backpackers Hostel.
Ranau Backpackers Hostel Reviews
Reviews
4.8
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6.0/10
Cleanliness
6.0/10
Staff & service
4.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
6/10 Okay
Iris
Sep 8, 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Budget-friendly
Ranau Backpackers Hostel is in the center of town, and since Ranau is such a small town, food & stores are all within walking distance. It’s also right across from the central market. I stayed in a twin room with private bathroom good for a solo traveler like me. The A/C in the room worked well, as well as WiFi, and overall the room was good, except the bed / mattress was too hard & hence not comfortable; the same goes for the pillow. There’s self-serve breakfast, which consists of coffee, tea, bread and jam. You can also make coffee or tea all day. The staff here is super friendly, esp. Jacinta, who helped me get a ride to Poring Hot Springs as well as point out the bus stops to Kinabalu Park and towards Sandakan. Overall, this is a good budget place to stay, esp. for backpackers. Good for a 2-night stay.
Iris
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jun 26, 2017
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Budget Hostel
We stayed in this hostel for a night and it is located in the Ranau town itself ..The location is very convenient as about three minutes walk to a supermarket which you can get all things you needed such as food, drink, toiletries and etc..There are a lot of eatery shops around too...But the down side of this hostel is that the room wall is not sound proof..We can hear people talking and door banging even at around mid night time...For those light sleepers, I would not recommend this hostel but if you are on a budget trip, this would be value for money...
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017