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8.2 / 10 Guest Rating

Island Backpackers

2nd Floor, Wisma Sri Melanu Jalan Panggung Wayang Lama, 91308, Semporna, Malaysia, Semporna, my

Island Backpackers - main view

About the Property

Convenient Amenities
Island Backpackers offers a 24-hour front desk and airport transfers for a hassle-free stay. Guests can enjoy free WiFi in all areas.

Comfortable Accommodations
Each air-conditioned room at the hostel is equipped with a desk, shared bathroom, hairdryer, and cozy bed linen for a comfortable night's sleep.

Accessible Location
Located in Semporna, Island Backpackers is just 78 km away from Tawau Airport, making it a convenient choice for travelers.

To experience these convenient amenities and comfortable accommodations, book your stay at Island Backpackers today!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Luggage storage
Airport shuttle
Ironing service
Dry cleaning

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out11:30 AM

Property Notes

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. A deposit may be required at the property.

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1 night · 2 adults

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Guest Reviews

8.2
Excellent795 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the friendly and helpful staff and frequently praise the good location.

Categories

Cleanliness7.5
Service9.0
Location8.5
Room Quality7.8
Amenities8.0
Value for Money8.5
Food and Beverage8.0
Overall Experience8.2

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SUNcnCN
Verified booking
extended_group
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 19, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

非常满意的旅馆,在仙本那这个旅游景区。性价比超出了我的想象!旅馆位于镇中心位置,距离码头,海鲜市场都非常近。周末两天,就在旅馆旁边50米距离还有当地居民的集市,可以体验当地的本土生活,我们还在集市上和当地居民一起唱歌,跳舞呢!真的特别开心!特别是老板帮助我找到了丢失的耳机,并委托其他的中国游客带回国内再寄给我!再次感谢老板!

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SabriemyMY
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 16, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Excellent value for the price. Clean, comfortable, and well-managed. Place is strategic nearby shops is available. Walking distance to the jetty for island trip. The room was spotless and very comfortable. Staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. Breakfast was delicious and the location was ideal

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Janet LimmyMY
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 15, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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LizamyMY
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 14, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Semua staff peramah. service yang terbaik

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AndrzejplPL
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 13, 2026

"Exceptional"

9.0
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RaslinamyMY
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 13, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0

Fantastic experience to stay at island backpackers. The room was clean, spacious, and comfortable. Also the staff were friendly and helpful. I'm looking forward to staying here again😁

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AlbertoitIT
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 3, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0
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WenjuancnCN
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Jan 2, 2026

"a good choice for those solo trip, i went to there purely for diving and it is quite near the dock."

8.0

Breakfast ok with nuddles and local donuts, instant coffee and tea bags.

sometimes the toilets out of water during nighttime from our room side, have to go to the other side. bed mattress too soft, after 6 days sleeping, my waist hurts.

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MuriellefrFR
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 15, 2025

"Très bon rapport qualité prix"

9.0

Le rapport qualité prix, l’arrivée possible 7/24, la chambre, la clim, la gentillesse et le côté arrangeant du personnel (je m’étais trompée de jour lors de la réservation et ils m’ont changé de date gratuitement)

Le petit déjeuner est très sommaire

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TristanisIS
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Dec 12, 2025

"Very Good"

7.0

The hostel is nice. Great breakfast, clean bedrooms and helpful staff. The city itself is not that impressive, the best part about semporna is the pristine reefs and beautyful islands neighboring the city

Wifi connection could be better and the cleanliness could be improved.

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