Title: Ranau Backpackers Hostel - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6142246&destination=Ranau%2C+Sabah%2C+Malaysia&selected=17810579&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Ranau Backpackers Hostel Travelers can savor restaurant meals from the comfort of a cozy terrace with scenic views at this welcoming Ranau accommodation ## Photo gallery for Ranau Backpackers Hostel ![Balcony - Ranau Backpackers Hostel (Ranau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17820000/17810600/17810579/7f8de801.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property entrance - Ranau Backpackers Hostel (Ranau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17820000/17810600/17810579/6e540f1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room - Ranau Backpackers Hostel (Ranau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17820000/17810600/17810579/d9f5c882.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Ranau Backpackers Hostel (Ranau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17820000/17810600/17810579/102a568c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Hair dryer, towels - Ranau Backpackers Hostel (Ranau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17820000/17810600/17810579/d4425ed3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Ranau Backpackers Hostel, centrally located, offers home-cooked meals at its restaurant and a relaxing terrace. Guests enjoy practical amenities like WiFi, luggage storage, and extended parking. 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[Visit our Ranau travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ranau.dx6142246) [View more Hostels in Ranau](https://www.expedia.ca/Ranau-Hostels.d6142246-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%7C5.95185%2C116.66486&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=9xjbRFQqj3Cxr4qcS7ve0udpOAg=) 1st Floor, Block N, Sedco Shophouse, Jln Kembar Pekan Ranau, Ranau, Sabah, 89308 ### What's nearby - ![Kundasang War Memorial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526918625/dcec08a7-bf67-430a-8825-62a0c730f324.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kundasang War Memorial 15 min drive \- 16.3 km - Arnab Village 7 min drive \- 6.3 km - Last POW Camp Memorial 8 min drive \- 7.4 km - Kokob Rafflesia Conservation Garden 9 min drive \- 8.1 km - Sosodikon Hill Kundasang 16 min drive \- 15.6 km ### Getting around - Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI) 91 min drive ### Restaurants - Restoran Jamal Salim 3 min walk - KFC 3 min walk - RESTORAN SRI HASANAH, Ranau, Sabah 3 min walk - Restoran Firdaus 4 min walk - Kedai Makan Yeong Hing 4 min walk ## About this property ### Ranau Backpackers Hostel Property highlights Consider a stay at Ranau Backpackers Hostel and take advantage of a terrace, a hair salon, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Luggage storage Room features All guestrooms at Ranau Backpackers Hostel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12610000/12608800/12608737/d952c333.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Slagon Homestay Ranau - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 7.0 Good 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=12608737&PinnedHotelID=12608737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Basic Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88960000/88950400/88950360/fd2d2f41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lodge 37 Gana-Gana - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - 24/7 front desk 4.0 1 review CA $23 CA $29 total includes taxes & fees Apr 3 - Apr 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=88950360&PinnedHotelID=88950360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-14&endDate=2026-04-15&selected=17810579&PinnedHotelID=17810579&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=17810579,12608737,88950360) ## 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 - A restaurant ### Conveniences - Hair salon - Limited-hour front desk - Luggage storage ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Terrace ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer (on request) - Towels provided ### More - Air conditioning - Iron/ironing board on request ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10:30 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours 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 Cribs (infant beds) are not available ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cash deposit: MYR 20.0 per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### You need to know 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, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards ### Property is also known as Ranau Backpackers Ranau Backpackers Hostel Sabah Ranau Backpackers Hostel Ranau Ranau Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ranau Backpackers Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ranau ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ranau Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ranau Backpackers Hostel? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ranau Backpackers Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Ranau Backpackers Hostel? ### Where is Ranau Backpackers Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Ranau Backpackers Hostel Reviews 4.8 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Location ### 6.0 Staff & service ### 4.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews Verified ### 2/10 Terrible #### Mat Aug 31, 2018 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Cannot check in cause the hotel are already full after comform booked! ##### Mat Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Iris Sep 8, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Budget-friendly Ranau Backpackers Hostel is in the center of town, and since Ranau is such a small town, food & stores are all within walking distance. It’s also right across from the central market. I stayed in a twin room with private bathroom good for a solo traveler like me. The A/C in the room worked well, as well as WiFi, and overall the room was good, except the bed / mattress was too hard & hence not comfortable; the same goes for the pillow. There’s self-serve breakfast, which consists of coffee, tea, bread and jam. You can also make coffee or tea all day. The staff here is super friendly, esp. Jacinta, who helped me get a ride to Poring Hot Springs as well as point out the bus stops to Kinabalu Park and towards Sandakan. Overall, this is a good budget place to stay, esp. for backpackers. Good for a 2-night stay. ##### Iris Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017 Verified ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jun 26, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Budget Hostel We stayed in this hostel for a night and it is located in the Ranau town itself ..The location is very convenient as about three minutes walk to a supermarket which you can get all things you needed such as food, drink, toiletries and etc..There are a lot of eatery shops around too...But the down side of this hostel is that the room wall is not sound proof..We can hear people talking and door banging even at around mid night time...For those light sleepers, I would not recommend this hostel but if you are on a budget trip, this would be value for money... ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017