Title: Escape Backpackers KK Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Escape Backpackers KK Downtown Kota Kinabalu's vibrant hostel serves up local cuisine to fuel city adventures, putting travelers right in the middle of the action ## Photo gallery for Escape Backpackers KK ![Living area - Escape Backpackers KK (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21820000/21812200/21812198/f150c3ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby sitting area - Escape Backpackers KK (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21820000/21812200/21812198/b99832f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Escape Backpackers KK (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21820000/21812200/21812198/5ea24a78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Escape Backpackers KK (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21820000/21812200/21812198/ef8f2b91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi - Escape Backpackers KK (Kota Kinabalu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21820000/21812200/21812198/e84cf26d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Escape Backpackers KK sits in the heart of Kota Kinabalu, offering travelers a lively base for exploration. Guests start their day with local flavors at breakfast before heading out. The hostel provides in-room WiFi, tour assistance, and a lobby TV in its smoke-free environment. ## Reviews 7.6 Good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Room service - Housekeeping - Kitchen ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 19 - Jan 20](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=21812198&PinnedHotelID=21812198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-19&endDate=2026-01-20&selected=21812198&PinnedHotelID=21812198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 20 - Jan 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=21812198&PinnedHotelID=21812198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-20&endDate=2026-01-21&selected=21812198&PinnedHotelID=21812198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 23 - Jan 25](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=21812198&PinnedHotelID=21812198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=21812198&PinnedHotelID=21812198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 30 - Feb 1](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=21812198&PinnedHotelID=21812198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=21812198&PinnedHotelID=21812198&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21820000/21812200/21812198/e56e33d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Air conditioning Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21820000/21812200/21812198/e56e33d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only ### Highlights Air conditioning Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21820000/21812200/21812198/0db5d001.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ### Highlights Air conditioning Hairdryer Shared/communal kitchen Daily housekeeping - Sleeps 1 - 8 Single Bunk Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Escape-Backpackers-KK.h21812198.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FKota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Escape-Backpackers-KK.h21812198.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a neighbourhood in Kota Kinabalu, Escape Backpackers KK is in the entertainment district and by the ocean. Downbelow Adventure Centre and Aquascape Center are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Local Fruits Market and Kompleks Asia City. Water World Theme Park and Orchid De Villa are also worth visiting. [Visit our Kota Kinabalu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu.dx602) [View more Hostels in Kota Kinabalu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hostels.d602-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C5.97971%2C116.07273&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8FaiSIbZvgXjEYrPGgU__hQOalc=) Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Jalan Sinsuran, Sinsuran Kompleks, Kota Kinabalu, 88000 ### What's nearby - Centre Point \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Kota Kinabalu Esplanade \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Kota Kinabalu Central Market \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - KK Plaza \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Gaya Street Sunday Market \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Tanjung Aru Station - 5 min drive - Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.) - 14 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Seng Hing Coffee Shop - ‬2 min walk - ‪City Food Corner - ‬2 min walk - ‪Restoran Happy Muslim - ‬1 min walk - ‪Kedai Ikan Bakar Daifa - ‬3 min walk - ‪Kedai Kopi Kim Hing Lee (金興利茶室) - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Escape Backpackers KK Hostel located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu Escape Backpackers KK provides free breakfast (local cuisine) and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A TV in reception, smoke-free property and tour/ticket information Room features All guest rooms at Escape Backpackers KK have comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Other amenities include: - Showers and hairdryers - Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31930000/31928800/31928716/89fd081d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Signel Hostel Downtown Kota Kinabalu - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 20 reviews £16 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=31928716&PinnedHotelID=31928716&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Family Room, With Window | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7280000/7279200/7279175/6ef72b9c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse Downtown Kota Kinabalu - 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30 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-29&endDate=2026-01-30&selected=22777373&PinnedHotelID=22777373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Limited-hour front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### More - 3 floors - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Limited room service - Shared kitchen access ### More - Air conditioning - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at noon Contactless check-in and check-out are available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:30 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 11 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours At check-in, guests must provide a negative COVID-19 test result Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts cash Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Escape Backpackers KK Hostel Kota Kinabalu Escape Backpackers KK Hostel Escape Backpackers KK Kota Kinabalu Escape Backpackers KK Kota Kinabalu Escape Backpackers KK Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Escape Backpackers KK pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Escape Backpackers KK? ### What time is check-in at Escape Backpackers KK? ### What time is check-out at Escape Backpackers KK? ### Where is Escape Backpackers KK located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Escape Backpackers KK Reviews 7.6 ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.6 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 7.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 6/10 Okay #### Elise 19 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Je n'avais pas vu que le dortoir est sans fenêtre. Cela me gêne toujours lorsque cela arrive. ##### Elise Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 14 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort #### ダニがいなかったら良いと思います。 部屋は割と清潔でスタッフは親切だったが、ダニに咬まれた。 ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### tzu chun 10 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 大推薦！ 非常讚！ 唯一小小缺點是沒有電梯，以及公共空間沒有冷氣。 但是瑕不掩瑜，很對得起這個價錢了！服務跟早餐比我朋友住的星級酒店還好 ##### tzu chun Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 4 Apr 2019 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### G.A.G.I.M.A... 첫날 숙박이라 싼데 골랐는데 후기 개뻥같음 이상함 ㅠㅠ 진짜 개더러워서 돌아버리는 줄 그와중에 샤워기가 물이 질질 나오다 말다 해서 씻지도 못함 진짜 개빡침 조식은 쏘쏘.. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tereza 26 Jan 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Vynikající snídaně, milý personal Personal je ❤️❤️ A snídaně vynikající ##### Tereza Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 12 Jan 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Cozy little spot in the middle of the city It was kinda tough to figure out where the place was given the small sign and hardly noticeable numbers due to the color choice. But after going up about 4 flights of stairs, comes this cozy little spot in the heart of the city. Air conditioner works fine and the food offered was alright. Just don't forget to bring your own shampoo/soap and towel! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Merini 1 Apr 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Merini Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Shangri-La-Tanjung-Aru.h2388.Hotel-Information) > > [Romantic Hotels in East Sussex](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-East-Sussex-Romantic-Hotel.0-0-d6046200-tRomanticHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Sports Hotels in Northeast Lake District](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Northeast-Lake-District-Hotels-Adventure-Sport-Hotel.0-0-d6051739-tAdventureSportHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Cabin Rentals Colorado Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colorado-Springs-Cabins.d602991-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Villas Costa Teguise](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Costa-Teguise-Villas.d6024126-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [B&B Oban](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oban-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d9144-aaBedAndBreakfasts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [NOOE Maldives Kunaavashi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kudhiboli-Hotels-Kunaavashi-Resort-Maldives.h88375786.Hotel-Information) > > [Buckingham Mansions by Onefinestay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Buckingham-Mansions-By-Onefinestay.h44870274.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Dunseverick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dunseverick-Hotels.d6196561.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Early Check-in in Exeter](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Exeter-Hotels-Hotel-With-Early-Check-In.0-0-d1185-thotelwithearlycheckin.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [travelodgeuk Hotels in Hunstanton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hunstanton-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d181025--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Luxury Hotels in Negev Desert](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Negev-Desert-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d6057300-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Bandon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bandon-Hotels.d6328.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Dockland Excel 2 Bedroom Apartment](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Dockland-Excel-2-Bedroom-Apartment.h53192856.Hotel-Information) > > [The Soco Hotel - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hastings-Hotels-The-Soco-Hotel.h6456511.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabin Rentals Romania](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Romania-Cabins.d151-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Hotels in Chadderton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chadderton-Hotels.d4762.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels with Parking in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Hotel-With-Free-Parking.0-0-d6069845-thotelwithfreeparking.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from London (LON-All Airports) to Jeddah (JED-King Abdulaziz Intl.)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lon/jed/london-to-jeddah) > > [Flights from Hondarribia (EAS) to Edinburgh (EDI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/eas/edi/san-sebastian-to-edinburgh) > > [Flights from Bishop's Stortford (STN) to Nespouls (BVE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/stn/bve/london-to-brive-la-gaillarde) > > [Flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Crumlin (BFS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/yeg/bfs/edmonton-to-belfast) > > [Flights from Hounslow (LHR) to Peru (VYS)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/vys/london-to-peru) ### Activities ### General > [Visit Morningside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Durban-Morningside.dx3000665179) ---