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Reviews of Boxpackers Langkawi

Lot 4, Kampung Padang Putih, Mukin Kedawang, 07000 Pantai Cenang, Malaysia

#29 of 120 hotels in Pantai Cenang

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Review score

Based on 185 hostel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    8.5

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    9.3

  • Value for money

    9.0

  • Free WiFi

    8.6

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  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the mattress on my bed (209 i believe) was really worn out so it had a hole in the middle, my back hurt every morning. the manager is not always there and no one else is so if you need something you’ll have to wait a very long time. he also was always with a long face when i asked about anything

    i liked the fact that they had common spaces for travelers to meet and a basic kitchen with a fridge

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    8.0
    Great location, good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bathrooms have lots of ants and mosquitoes, the bar is very loud til late so make sure you bring ear plugs. The bar doesn’t have any soft drinks you can only buy alcohol? A few old, weird people were staying in the hostel which made it a bit uncomfortable. Make sure you request a bottom bunk as the air con doesn’t reach the top bunks very well and all the mattresses dip SO bad in the middle, it was like sleeping on paper. Only had air con in the rooms so as soon as you step out to socialise/shower/go to the toilet it’s instantly boiling.

    The curtains on the bed, super close to the beach. The staff are so friendly and always happy to help. Lots of cats to cuddle. The mattresses are wider than a normal single bed size.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    That we did not stay more.

    The staff is helpful, very responsive. There is even a bar in the facilities which created really good socialising space. Definitely good value for money.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 March 2024

    9.0
    Great vibe. Great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Just 2 showers/toilets but it was not that much of a problem

    Best value for money. And a great bar attached to the hostel where you can meet locals. Beds were very comfortable as well. Very friendly staff too

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mirrors inside the bathrooms would be nice. There are mirrors in the rooms and kitchen, but shaving in a common area is a little awkward.

    Perfect hostel with amazing vibes. Beds were comfortable and private. There's also a bar attached that's one of the best on the island. Beach and night market are only a 5-10 minute walk away.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The guy there was so busy so he was a little bad tempered. I'm saying goodbye to him, he just looking me like a orangutan.

    Guests were really friendly. Nice atmosphere.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2024

    10
    Great place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly staff, great bar, good location and ability to book trips through hostel.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 February 2024

    10
    Bball and Kitties...You win
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I had some minor plumbing issues with the bathroom by our room so you had to be on top of it. You know what I mean. But that wouldn't mind her and everything else is fine

    Like the vibe, it's very much like a hostel. Should be a bunch of travelers hanging out talking. and the fact that they have a local bar there that everybody likes doesn't hurt. So expats come from all over the island to hang out... OH AND A BBALL COURT! AND KITTIES 😻

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If you like cats, this is the place to be! They have A LOT. And also the staff was super nice and i met wonderful people. Really social, friendly atmosphere:)

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    great location, friendly people and unique experience

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    10
    awesome hostel with a great vibe and comfy beds
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    sometimes (if you don‘t party yourself 😂) the music from the bar can be a bit loud but just in the room next to it :)

    the beds were soo cozy and the vibe was really cool :)

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 February 2024

    10
    If youre visiting langkawi- stay here, especially as a solo traveler, i promise you will not regret it!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not much! Not the properties fault at all but if i had to say something it would be the main road in town being a 1 way - not a big deal at all though

    The place is really cool - laid out on an abandoned fair/amusement park (i believe) the atmosphere is so warm and welcoming and its easy to feel comfortable quickly and meet some great ppl in the process. The man who runs the place, June is one of the nicest ppl youll ever meet! My flight got delayed and I didnt get in until almost 3am and he stayed up waiting for me to make sure I made it/got checked in and settled. Thanks for everything June!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    8.0
    Good vibes
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I can only rate the private room. Space was great, but could be a little bit cleaner. Bathroom was always clean.

    Great location, nice to have a bar right there to socialize. June is super nice, very friendly host and helps you with everything you need.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    Great stay close to the beach and the aquarium.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Comfortable beds, June (the host) was amazing and very accommodating. Location is great and no complaints. It’s possible to get a scooter for a great price through the hostel.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 February 2024

    10
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dorms a little on the expensive side but I can see why they price it a bit higher

    Great staff great location very very clean and such a great vibe for meeting people with a big social area.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I enjoyed my stay here and was thankful for June who organised 2 trips whilst I was there. Rooms were well equipped and the shower has hot water if you need it. You can refill you water bottles and there's boiling water on tap as well. I liked that I didn't have to worry about a key as the rooms had codes instead. I didn't find the bar to be too noisy when I went to bed early, i just put ear plugs in and had a great sleep. Pretty good location, not far from the main street and beach.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2024

    10
    Fantastic Hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location and very clean. The AC in our private room was fantastic! The hostel itself had a really nice vibe for backpackers, there was a nice bar you could socialise in that was open late every night. June who runs the hostel was lovely and super helpful!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No water fountain available.

    Overall very happy with our stay. Very nice hostel and rooms, close to everything. Cool location, seems to be an old tivoli. Very friendly and helpful staff. Lovley hammocks.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Nice and very quiet place and if u like like cats, it's a plus point. The owner June is very nice and sweet guy.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 January 2024

    8.0
    Friendly environment w cats!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a private room and the wifi didn’t reach so we had to go to the common room to use wifi. Also the shower didn’t get very warm, not a huge issue given the climate but may be to some.

    I loved the location, walking distance to lots of good food and amenities. The place was very clean. The cats roaming in and out were also a plus.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cats allowed in the rooms, can avoid allergies outside but not on your bed. Public bar connected to the hostel so people in and out.

    Good location and price.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great hostel for those who love hostels) Also there's a bar, one of the best on the island. Great place) 😃

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    9.0
    Nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could be cleaner, my room was loud because it was close to the bar.

    Very welcoming, nice and chill hostel. Well located, close to the center.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Have everything what a solo traveller looks for ....

    Stayed in January 2024

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