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Borneo Backpackers

2.0 star property
Hostel with free breakfast, near Imago Shopping Mall

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Bar (on property)
Free on-the-go breakfast
Exterior
Hallway
Hallway
Borneo Backpackers, in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, offers to-go breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a garden for relaxation after dining at Biru Biru restaurant. Enjoy free in-room WiFi, a library, and tour assistance from highly praised staff.

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Tonight

Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Tomorrow

Sep 13 - Sep 14
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Twin Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 108 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, 1 of 8 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, 1 of 6 Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Single Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 108 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Quadruple Room | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 161 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
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About the neighborhood

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a neighborhood in Kota Kinabalu, is home to Borneo Backpackers. Atkinson Clock Tower and Tun Mustapha Tower 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.
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No. 24 Lorong Dewan, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, 88000

What's nearby

  • Gaya Street Sunday Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Suria Sabah Shopping Mall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Centre Point - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Imago Shopping Mall - 2 min drive - 1.8 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
  • ‪Mizumizu Coffee - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪October Coffee House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Biru Biru Cafe & Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Woo! - ‬2 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
  • ATM/banking services, tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
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

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free on-the-go breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Biru Biru

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

More

  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
An early check-in fee will be charged
Late check-in fee: 50-percent of room rate for check-in after 6 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: 50-percent of room rate for check-in after 6 AM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

Property is also known as

Borneo Backpackers Hostel Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers Hostel
Borneo Backpackers Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers Kota Kinabalu Sabah
Borneo Backpackers Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Borneo Backpackers Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Kota Kinabalu

Frequently asked questions

Is Borneo Backpackers pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Borneo Backpackers?

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 Wisma Merdeka Shopping Center are also within 10 minutes.

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