Borneo Backpackers

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Free to-go breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe are just a few of the amenities provided at Borneo Backpackers. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Biru Biru, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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Double Room

  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room

  • City view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Quadruple Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Triple Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Single Room

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Shared Dormitory, 1 of 6 Beds

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, 1 of 8 Beds

  • City view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a neighborhood in Kota Kinabalu, is home to Borneo Backpackers. Atkinson Clock Tower and Petagas War Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal and International Cruise Terminal Kota Kinabalu. Downbelow Adventure Centre and Aquascape Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Kota Kinabalu travel guide
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88000, Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, No. 24 Lorong Dewan, Pusat Bandar

What's nearby

  • A table with a plate of food, a cup of coffee, and a view of a lake.
    Suria Sabah Shopping Mall
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • KK Plaza
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kota Kinabalu Central Market
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station
    8 min drive
  • Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Guan's Kopitiam 源茶室
    1 min walk
  • Restaurant Keng Wan Hing
    2 min walk
  • Mizumizu Coffee
    2 min walk
  • Nook Cafe
    1 min walk
  • October Coffee House
    1 min walk

About this property

Borneo Backpackers

  • Hostel near Imago Shopping Mall
  • At Borneo Backpackers, you can look forward to free to-go breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Biru Biru, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a library.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • Tour/ticket assistance, luggage storage, and ATM/banking services
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Borneo Backpackers feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
  • Other amenities include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers and free toiletries

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Frequently asked questions

Is Borneo Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Borneo Backpackers?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Borneo Backpackers?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Borneo Backpackers located?

Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, this hostel is steps from Gaya Street Sunday Market, Atkinson Clock Tower, and Api Api Night Food Market Gaya Street. Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Merdeka Square are also within 5 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Borneo Backpackers Reviews

7.4

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

7.8

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre propre. Sanitaires impeccables. Espace commun agréable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love it. This is a really nice backpackers’ hostel and very clean indeed. The price is also very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lokasi tidak jauh dr pasar. Mudah
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Nice and cozy little bacpacker hostel. Location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Passing through KK

A nice little hostel. Had a private room. Small but clean. Staff were helpful and friendly. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome

Had amazing stay. The stuff is very friendly and its confortable serounding
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Toilet is dirty

The room is nice. A queen bed with a dressing table and chair. But theres no hook to hang clothes or towels. The toilet bowl is quite dirty when i first came in. Theres like people's business "stain". If it cleans with clorox or at least brush it off it would be nice. The staff is not as quite friendly as i thought.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

良い。

建物は古いけど掃除もされていて、天井が高く、味のある感じで、なかなかおしゃれだと思います。1階のバーも、ライブしてたりしてて雰囲気良いです。ただうるさいと眠れない人には泊まらないほうがいいです。 客層は私以外にアジア人は見かけませんでした。共用スペースのソファに虫がいるみたいで、痒くなりました。
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hip and groovy place for world travelers

This place has a good vibe. Lots of world travelers to talk to and even locals come to hang in the cafe. Plenty of space in lounge around too. And the location is convenient for many things including the Sunday market. The owners hooked us up with an awesome 3-day tour deep in the jungle (via sticky rice travel). Very memorable and the only way to really experience the interior.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

周辺に色々そろっている

エアコンもあり快適でした。 周辺に食堂や銀行や案内所もありとても便利です。 ただ一階がバーになっているので夜遅くまで騒がしかったです。
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020