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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
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (10)

  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Airport shuttle
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • TV in a common area

Feel at home (5)

  • Children stay free
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Free toiletries

Room options

Showing 5 of 5 rooms
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

King Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Mixed Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (No window)

  • Sleeps 2
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed In Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

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CA $46
CA $54 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
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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 - 7.4 km
  • Limau Limau - 27 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kedai Kopi Cham Chuan Kee 詹全记 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sea View Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wang Wang Soto House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restorn Al-Nafisah 2 - ‬5 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 cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (fees apply)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Restaurant

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

Services

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

Facilities

  • Built in 2000
  • 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
  • Hair dryer (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

Parking

  • Self parking is available for an extra charge

Policies

This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

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 parking offered on site at Island Backpackers?

Yes, there's self parking on site (charges apply). Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is 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 onsite 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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8.0

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8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

8/10 Very good

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