Hostel
 Escape Backpackers KK

1, Lorong Centre Point, Sinsuran Kompleks, 3rd floor, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.4/10! (score from 13 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.1
Very Good
13 reviews

Bed was comfortable, friendly staffs, good location

Hodeok South Korea

Easy access to all necessities; laundry, clinics, foodie etc

Irfan Malaysia

the accommodation is clean and comfortable and good value for money. what made it exceptional was the staff. they spent over an hour with helping plan the places I wanted to go and how to get there. well above and beyond what I’d expect!

Paul United Kingdom
8.1
Very Good
13 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Bed was comfortable, friendly staffs, good location”
    Hodeok Hodeok South Korea South Korea
  • “Easy access to all necessities; laundry, clinics, foodie etc”
    Irfan Irfan Malaysia Malaysia
  • “the accommodation is clean and comfortable and good value for money. what made it exceptional was the staff. they spent over an hour with helping plan the places I wanted to go and how to get there.”
    Paul Paul United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.1
  • Comfort7.9
  • Value for money8.7
  • Location 9.4
High score for Kota Kinabalu

This property is a 18-minute walk from the beach. Escape Backpackers KK is offering accommodations in Kota Kinabalu. This property is located a short distance from attractions such as Karamunsing Capital, Imago Shopping Mall, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. The property provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

Guest rooms at the hostel are equipped with a seating area. At Escape Backpackers KK, each room is equipped with air conditioning and a safety deposit box.

The accommodation offers a buffet or American breakfast.

Popular points of interest near Escape Backpackers KK include Filipino Market Sabah, Oceanus Waterfront Mall and Gaya Street (Sunday Market). The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 3.1 miles from the hostel.

Escape Backpackers KK has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Feb 18, 2022

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Most popular amenities

Parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Asian, American, Buffet

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  • The staff speaks English

Guest reviews

8.1
Very Good · 13 reviews
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Categories:
  • Staff9.0
  • Facilities7.9
  • Cleanliness8.1
  • Comfort7.9
  • Value for money8.7
  • Location 9.4
High score for Kota Kinabalu

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  • Hodeok
    South KoreaSouth Korea
    “Bed was comfortable, friendly staffs, good location”
  • Irfan
    MalaysiaMalaysia
    “Easy access to all necessities; laundry, clinics, foodie etc”
  • Paul
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “the accommodation is clean and comfortable and good value for money. what made it exceptional was the staff. they spent over an hour with helping plan the places I wanted to go and how to get there. well above and beyond what I’d expect!”

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Area info *
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Filipino Market Sabah
    0.2 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    0.3 miles
  • Oceanus Waterfront Mall
    0.3 miles
  • Gaya Street (Sunday Market)
    0.3 miles
  • Atkinson Clock Tower
    0.4 miles
  • KK Esplanade
    0.4 miles
  • Signal Hill Observatory
    0.6 miles
  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
    0.6 miles
  • Karamunsing Capital
    0.7 miles
  • Imago Shopping Mall
    0.8 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Cafe/Bar mamasita
    0.8 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Nook Cafe
    0.8 miles
  • Restaurant Mai Yai Thai Orchid Restaurant
    0.2 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Tipsy Waterfront
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Welcome Seafood Restaurant
    0.4 miles
Top attractions
  • Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village
    1.3 miles
  • Kota Kinabalu Wetland Center
    1.3 miles
  • Sabah State Mosque
    1.4 miles
  • North Borneo Railway
    2.5 miles
  • Likas City Mosque
    2.7 miles
  • Petagas War Memorial
    4.2 miles
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Park
    4.6 miles
  • Borneo Marine Research Institute (BMRI) Complex
    4.9 miles
  • International Technology & Commercial Center Penampang - ITCC
    5 miles
  • St. Michael Church Penampang
    5.6 miles
Natural Beauty
  • River Ulu Kionsom Waterfall
    11.9 miles
Beaches in the Neighborhood
  • Tanjung Aru Beach
    2.7 miles
Closest Airports
  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport
    3.3 miles
How to get to Escape Backpackers KK from Kota Kinabalu International Airport
    Taxi
    Parking available
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Amenities of Escape Backpackers KK

Most popular amenities

Parking
Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs MYR 10 per day.
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Check-in

From 12:00 PM

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

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prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Payments by Booking.com

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The fine print

FAQs about Escape Backpackers KK

  • Escape Backpackers KK offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • The nearest beach is 0.9 miles from Escape Backpackers KK.

    • The prices at Escape Backpackers KK may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • From the nearest airport, you can get to Escape Backpackers KK by:

      • Taxi 12min

    • Check-in at Escape Backpackers KK is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Escape Backpackers KK is 1,500 feet from the center of Kota Kinabalu.