Island Backpackers | Hostel in Semporna

7.7 (724 Reviews) |   24 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  15 Guests
Semporna Hostel | Island Backpackers

24 Bedroom Hostel in Semporna

Island Backpackers has air-conditioned rooms in Semporna. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hostel, every room has a desk. All guest rooms include a shared bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen. Tawau Airport is 48 miles away.

Island Backpackers is located in Semporna.

This 24 Bedrooms Hostel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Air Conditioner, Designated Smoking Area, Security/Safety, and several others. This is a good star rated property and has over 724 reviews with the average score of 7.7 . Coming to Semporna and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hostel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 24 Bedrooms Hostel if you want to learn more about this place in Semporna. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Transportation/Shuttle
Security/Safety
Guest Services
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Facility Overview

General
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wifi in all areas
  • Air conditioning
  • Designated smoking area
Guest Services
  • Airport shuttle
  • Ironing service
  • Lockers
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Shuttle service
  • Airport shuttle (additional charge)
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Baggage storage
  • Room service
  • Dry cleaning
Internet
  • Free Wifi
  • Internet
  • Wifi
Security/Safety
  • 24-hour security
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Physical distancing in dining areas
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • First aid kits available
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/out

Policies

Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed

From 1st january 2023, a tourist tax of rm 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. this tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. guests with a valid malaysian identity card or valid permanent residents my pr card are exempted.please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. you can use the special requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation, guests are required to show a photo id and credit card upon check-in. please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Reviews

Value for money:
9.3
Location:
9.16
Staff:
9.53
Facilities:
8.49
Comfort:
8.73
Cleanliness:
8.67
firdaus
Aug 29, 2025 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
Malaysia
Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller
Travel Purpose: business
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 22 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom

General

Lockers, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Privacy curtain, Fire extinguisher

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children

Layout

Window
Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
Room Type: Bed in Dorm
Room Size: 17 m2
1 Bunk bed Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom

General

Lockers, Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Privacy curtain, Fire extinguisher

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children

Layout

Window
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom ( No window )
Room Type: Twin
Room Size: 10 m2
2 Twin bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom

General

Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Fire extinguisher

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children

Layout

Window
King Room with Shared Bathroom
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Toilet paper, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom

General

Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Fire extinguisher

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Accessibility

Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Entertainment & Family Services

Books, DVDs or music for children

Layout

Window
Queen Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Queen bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom

General

Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Fire extinguisher

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens

Layout

Window
Standard Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 10 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker, Bottle of water

Bathroom

Shower, Body soap, Shampoo, Hairdryer, Toilet, Shared bathroom

General

Ironing facilities, Iron, Air conditioning, Fire extinguisher

Living Area

Desk

Kitchen

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Linens
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