Title: Island Backpackers Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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) # Island Backpackers Hostel in Semporna with 24-hour front desk and restaurant ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/eac0c12c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/a6bfada6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/de911cd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception hall](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/9516b3c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/1f168b42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Island Backpackers provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast available - Parking available - Laundry - 24/7 front desk - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 11 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-11&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 12 - Oct 13](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/3594b63e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room with Shared Bathroom - Sleeps 2 ### Queen Room - Sleeps 2 ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/5dabb20f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In Mixed Dormitory Room - Sleeps 1 ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/8ac76172.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (No window) - Sleeps 2 ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/eac0c12c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Bed In Female Dormitory Room - Sleeps 1 ![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%2FSemporna-Hotels-Island-Backpackers.h41888274.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSemporna-Hotels-Island-Backpackers.h41888274.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Semporna is home to Island Backpackers. Tun Sakaran Marine Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bukit Tengkorak and Limau Limau. [Visit our Semporna travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Semporna.dx3219) [View more Hostels in Semporna](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Semporna-Hostels.d3219-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%7C4.47935%2C118.61104&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NaH6pvplF1GDzLmHwL-P1qezOmc=) Jalan Pawagan Lama, Taman Bandar, Semporna ### What's nearby - Semporna Mosque - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles - Tropical Research and Conservation Centre - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles - Limau Limau - 26 min drive - 9.4 miles ### Getting around - Tawau (TWU) - 75 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Sea View Restaurant - ‬6 min walk - ‪Kedai Kopi Cham Chuan Kee 詹全记 - ‬3 min walk - ‪Restorn Al-Nafisah 2 - ‬5 min walk - ‪Restoran Fung Ling 枫林茶餐室 - ‬4 min walk - ‪Wang Wang Soto House - ‬4 min walk ## About this property ### Island Backpackers Property highlights Island Backpackers provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hostel include: - Breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) - An electric car charging station, a TV in reception and luggage storage - A 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms at Island Backpackers include perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free bottled water. 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A restaurant ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service ### More - Built in 2000 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Shared bathroom (in-room sink) - Shower - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Electric kettle - Free bottled water ### More - Air conditioning - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 50 per night. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash deposit: MYR 50 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: MYR 50 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or 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 credit cards and cash If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property'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 Island Backpackers Semporna ZEN Rooms Island Backpackers Island Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Island Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Semporna ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Island Backpackers pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Island Backpackers? > Self-parking is available for a fee. ### What time is check-in at Island Backpackers? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Island Backpackers? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Island Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Island Backpackers located? > Situated in Semporna, this hostel is steps from Semporna Mosque and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tropical Research and Conservation Centre and Bukit Tengkorak. Limau Limau is 7.8 mi (12.5 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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