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Island Backpackers

Semporna hostel with restaurant

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Island Backpackers is a great choice for a stay in Semporna.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (9)

  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a shelf with a lamp.
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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a mirror, and a shelf with a lamp.

King Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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  • Sleeps 1
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A hotel room with a bed, curtains, and a door.
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, and a door.
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, and a door.
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, and a door.

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
A dormitory room with bunk beds, patterned curtains, and a window with curtains.
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A bunk bed room with curtains, a window, and a bed with a pillow.

Bed In Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed
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Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (No window)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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Bed In Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

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 - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Tawau (TWU) - 75 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Dozo Nanyang Kopi House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restoran Nasi Kandar CK Maju - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sea View Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wang Wang Soto House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fish Village Seafood Restaurant 渔港海鲜楼 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Island Backpackers

  • Island Backpackers is a great choice for a stay in Semporna.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 9 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Check-out time is 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

    • One child (6 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
    • No cots (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Television in common areas

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Cash deposit: MYR 50 per stay

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for MYR 50 per night

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Island Backpackers?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Island Backpackers?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Island Backpackers?

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

Are there restaurants at or near Island Backpackers?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around Island Backpackers like?

Island Backpackers is located a short 4-minute walk from Semporna Mosque.

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