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Island Backpackers

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Jalan Pawagan Lama, Taman Bandar, Semporna
  • Place, Semporna Mosque
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tropical Research and Conservation Centre
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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1 Person in 10-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

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1 Person in 10-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

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About the neighborhood

Semporna

Island Backpackers places you next to Semporna Mosque and within a 10-minute drive of Tropical Research and Conservation Centre. This 9-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
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What's nearby

  • Semporna Mosque - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tropical Research and Conservation Centre - 9 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site - 10 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Tawau (TWU) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Acheng Seafood Reastaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rock Borneo Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Nasi Kandar CK Maju - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Bismillah 2 - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Bismillah - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Island Backpackers

Guests staying at Island Backpackers enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a TV in a common area. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers and desks. 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

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 50 per night

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: MYR 50 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 50 per night

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Island Backpackers Semporna
ZEN Rooms Island Backpackers
Island Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Island Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Semporna

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Island Backpackers?

This hostel is located in Semporna, close to Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site.

Is there parking available at Island Backpackers?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does Island Backpackers have a casino at the property?

No, Island Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Island Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Island Backpackers?

Amenities at this hostel that appeal to couples include a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk.

Does Island Backpackers have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Island Backpackers have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, Island Backpackers doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Island Backpackers allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Island Backpackers.

Does Island Backpackers have connecting rooms available?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Island Backpackers?

No, there aren't any rooms at Island Backpackers that offer a balcony.

Island Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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