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8/10 Good
Leah
Jan 4, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
Island Backpackers
Property class: 2
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Island Backpackers provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing and snorkeling. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
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8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant
- Air conditioning
- Laundry
- Room service
- 24/7 front desk
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About the neighborhood
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. Visit our Semporna travel guide
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What's nearby
- Semporna Mosque2 min walk - 0.1 miles
- Tropical Research and Conservation Centre9 min drive - 3.9 miles
- Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site10 min drive - 5.3 miles
Getting around
- Tawau (TWU)75 min drive
Restaurants
- Restoran Nasi Kandar CK Maju6 min walk
- Rock Borneo Cafe7 min walk
- Crystal Jubilee 晶喜海鮮樓6 min walk
- Restoran Al-Nafisah6 min walk
- Floating Restaurant (Pearl City Restaurant)1 min walk
About this property
Island Backpackers
- Property highlights
- Island Backpackers provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Enjoy onsite activities like fishing and snorkeling. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
- Other perks at this hostel include:
- A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), luggage storage, and concierge services
- A TV in the lobby and a 24-hour front desk
- Room features
- All guestrooms at Island Backpackers have perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water.
- More conveniences in all rooms include:
- Shared bathrooms with in-room sink with showers and free toiletries
- Electric kettles and desks
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Frequently asked questions
Is Island Backpackers pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
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?
Check-out 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.
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Reviews
Island Backpackers Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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