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Island Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel in Semporna with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Island Backpackers provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room

Room options

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About the area

Semporna is home to Island Backpackers. Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Limau Limau and Tun Sakaran Marine Park.
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Map
Jalan Pawagan Lama, Taman Bandar, Semporna

What's nearby

  • Semporna Mosque - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Tropical Research and Conservation Centre - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Limau Limau - 27 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Tawau (TWU) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kedai Kopi Cham Chuan Kee 詹全记 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sea View Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wang Wang Soto House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Arif - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Island Backpackers

Property highlights
Island Backpackers provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
  • Breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage
  • A TV in reception
Room features
All guest rooms at Island Backpackers include perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles and desks

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    Property amenities

    Internet

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

    Parking and transport

    • Electric car charging station on site
    • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • Parking on site (surcharge)
    • Limited on-site self parking

    Food and drink

    • Breakfast available for a fee
    • 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

    • Built in 2000
    • Designated smoking areas

    Room amenities

    Bedroom

    • Bedsheets provided

    Bathroom

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

    Food and drink

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

    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

    Pets not allowed

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome
    1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
    Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 50 per night.
    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 per stay

    We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

    Optional extras

    • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 50 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
    If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

    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

    Is Island Backpackers pet-friendly?

    No, pets are not allowed at this property.

    How much is parking at Island Backpackers?

    Self-parking is available for a fee.

    What time is check-in at Island Backpackers?

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

    What time is check-out at Island Backpackers?

    Checkout is at noon.

    Does Island Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport?

    Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

    Where is Island Backpackers located?

    Situated in Semporna, this hostel is steps from Semporna Mosque and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tropical Research and Conservation Centre and Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site. Limau Limau is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) away.

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    Reviews

    Island Backpackers Reviews

    8.0

    Very good

    8.0

    Cleanliness

    8.0

    Staff & service

    8.0

    Property conditions & facilities
    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

    Reviews

    8/10 Good

    Leah

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