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Island Backpackers

2.0 star property
Semporna accommodations with free WiFi

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Reception hall
Front of property
Dining
Double Room | Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Lobby

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • 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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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

King Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

1 Person in 10-Bed Dormitory - Mixed

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

1 Person in 10-Bed Dormitory - Female Only

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, two pillows, a bedside table, and a window with curtains.

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed In Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (No window)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

Bed In Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Semporna

In Semporna .At this Semporna hostel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Semporna Mosque and 6 miles (10 km) of Tropical Research and Conservation Centre. Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) away.
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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

  • ‪Dozo Nanyang Kopi House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sea View Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wang Wang Soto House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Nasi Kandar CK Maju - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Fung Ling 枫林茶餐室 - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Island Backpackers

Semporna accommodations with free WiFi
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Island Backpackers also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a television in a common area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Semporna hostel.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Island Backpackers offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. This Semporna hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

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

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 50 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: MYR 50 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 50 per night

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

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash.

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

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

How close is Island Backpackers to the airport?

Island Backpackers is 51.1 mi (75-min drive) away from the Tawau (TWU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Island Backpackers have an airport shuttle?

Island Backpackers offers an airport shuttle.

Does Island Backpackers offer free breakfast?

Island Backpackers does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Island Backpackers?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Island Backpackers?

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

Is there free parking at Island Backpackers?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Island Backpackers have a pool?

Island Backpackers does not have a pool.

Does Island Backpackers have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Island Backpackers have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Island Backpackers to downtown Semporna?

Island Backpackers is 0.1 mi away from Semporna.

Island Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Leah

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