Hostel Borneo Backpackers
No.24, Lorong Dewan, , 88801 Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia – Great location - show map
*7.8* Atkinson Clock Tower: only 3 minutes away! (600 feet by foot)
*8.0* Signal Hill Observatory: only 4 minutes away! (900 feet by foot)
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall: only 5 minutes away! (1,300 feet by foot)
Amazing location, super helpful staff, super clean, didn’t see one roach! Windows in the room was a huge plus.
United States of AmericaCheap, simple, calm. Free wifi, good location, good air conditioning, bar downstairs. Friendly staff
South KoreaVery strategic location & value for money, nearby walking distance to all the famous tourist sight, the seaside, the market, the Gaya Street (weekend). No need Grab. Just walk around, everything you want is there. Very much recommended for those who first time come and wish to go round the city. The sitting room just make you feel very much at home.
MalaysiaIt was super clean and the staff especially one lady were very helpful
United KingdomQuiet place. Location is wonderful. Free coffee, tea and bread. Staff was friendly and helpful.
MalaysiaStort rum med fönster.Aircon.Personalen var hjälpsam.
SwedenEs ist alles nötige in unmittelbarer Nähe. Der Sundaymarket, Waterfront und die Busstation. Die Einrichtung ist super und das Personal sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Jederzeit wieder!
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Borneo Backpackers
- What guests loved the most:
“Amazing location, super helpful staff, super clean, didn’t see one roach! Windows in the room was a huge plus.”
United States of America“Cheap, simple, calm. Free wifi, good location, good air conditioning, bar downstairs. Friendly staff”
South Korea“Very strategic location & value for money, nearby walking distance to all the famous tourist sight, the seaside, the market, the Gaya Street (weekend). No need Grab. Just walk around, everything you want is there. Very much recommended for those who first time come and wish to go round the city. The sitting room just make you feel very much at home.”
Malaysia“It was super clean and the staff especially one lady were very helpful”
United Kingdom“Quiet place. Location is wonderful. Free coffee, tea and bread. Staff was friendly and helpful.”
Malaysia“Stort rum med fönster.Aircon.Personalen var hjälpsam.”
Sweden“Es ist alles nötige in unmittelbarer Nähe. Der Sundaymarket, Waterfront und die Busstation. Die Einrichtung ist super und das Personal sehr hilfsbereit und freundlich. Jederzeit wieder!”“0”
GermanyBorneo Backpackers is located in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, a 10-minute walk from Signal Hill Observatory Platform. This backpacker’s hostel offers free Wi-Fi in public areas and a free flow of filtered drinking water.
Borneo Backpackers is within a 15-minute walk from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal and KK Waterfront. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is a 20-minute drive away.
Air-conditioned rooms offer shared bathroom facilities with 24-hour hot water supply. Ironing facilities and a hairdryer are available upon request.
Guests can relax in the shared lounge, fitted with a satellite TV and a selection of reading materials. A common kitchenette and rooftop garden are available. The hostel offers laundry services and a tour desk.
A selection of local cuisine is available just below the hostel.
This is our guests' favorite part of Kota Kinabalu, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
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Located in the top-rated area in Kota Kinabalu, this property has an excellent location score of 8.7!
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What's nearby *
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Atkinson Clock Tower0.1 miles
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Gaya Street (Sunday Market)0.2 miles
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Signal Hill Observatory0.2 miles
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KK Esplanade0.2 miles
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Suria Sabah Shopping Mall0.2 miles
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Kota Kinabalu Central Market0.3 miles
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Filipino Market Sabah0.4 miles
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Oceanus Waterfront Mall0.7 miles
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Kota Kinabalu Wetland Center0.8 miles
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Karamunsing Capital0.9 miles
Restaurants & Markets *
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Chopping Block Cafe/Bar0 miles
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7-Eleven Supermarket0.1 miles
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Little Italy Restaurant0.1 miles
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Pasar Besar Kota Kinabalu Market0.1 miles
Closest Airports *
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Kota Kinabalu International Airport3.7 miles
Most Popular Landmarks *
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Imago Shopping Mall1.2 miles
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Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village1.6 miles
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Sabah State Mosque1.8 miles
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Likas City Mosque2.2 miles
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North Borneo Railway2.9 miles
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Borneo Marine Research Institute (BMRI) Complex4.5 miles
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Petagas War Memorial4.6 miles
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Tunku Abdul Rahman Park5 miles
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International Technology & Commercial Center Penampang - ITCC5.2 miles
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St. Michael Church Penampang5.7 miles
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Amenities of Borneo Backpackers
Most popular amenities
Outdoors
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Library
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
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Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is needed).
- Street parking
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Lockers
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Books, DVDs & music for kids
Safety & Security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
General
- Convenience store (on site)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Shops (on site)
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
- English
- Malay
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Children & Beds
Children of all ages are welcome.
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There's no capacity for cribs at this property.
This property doesn't offer extra beds.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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