Title: Island Backpackers - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=41888274&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Island Backpackers ## Photo gallery for Island Backpackers ![Reception hall - Island Backpackers (Semporna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/9516b3c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Island Backpackers (Semporna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/af461038.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Island Backpackers (Semporna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/67dbd004.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Double Room - Island Backpackers (Semporna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/bb879497.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Island Backpackers (Semporna)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/c0c18b5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Island Backpackers provides amenities like dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Parking available - Laundry ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-02&endDate=2026-03-03&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-03&endDate=2026-03-04&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-13&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=41888274&PinnedHotelID=41888274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for King Room with Shared Bathroom ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/81943062.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### King Room with Shared Bathroom - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Queen Room ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/4560cb9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Queen Room - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Bed In Mixed Dormitory Room ![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 ### View all photos for Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (No window) ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/791bf4a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room with Shared Bathroom (No window) - Sleeps 2 ### View all photos for Bed In Female Dormitory Room ![Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41890000/41888300/41888274/135a3b60.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. 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[Visit our Semporna travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Semporna.dx3219) [View more Hostels in Semporna](https://www.expedia.ca/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 \- 0.2 km - Tropical Research and Conservation Centre 9 min drive \- 6.3 km - Bukit Tengkorak Archaeological Site 10 min drive \- 7.4 km - Limau Limau 27 min drive \- 14.4 km ### Getting around - Tawau (TWU) 75 min drive ### Restaurants - Kedai Kopi Cham Chuan Kee 詹全记 3 min walk - Dozo Nanyang Kopi House 5 min walk - Sea View Restaurant 6 min walk - Wang Wang Soto House 4 min walk - Bonda Cafe 4 min walk ## About this property ### Island Backpackers Property highlights Island Backpackers provides amenities like 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 roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - An electric car charging station, luggage storage, and a TV in the lobby - A 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms at Island Backpackers have perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and free bottled water. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Self parking on site (surcharge) ### Food and drink - Breakfast available for a fee - 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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 Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## 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 ### 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? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Island Backpackers? ### What time is check-out at Island Backpackers? ### Does Island Backpackers provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Island Backpackers located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Island Backpackers Reviews 8.0 ### Very 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Leah Jan 4, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Leah Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu](https://www.expedia.ca/Tuaran-Hotels-Shangri-La-Rasa-Ria.h48661.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa Bianca](https://www.expedia.ca/Kluang-Hotels-Casa-Bianca.h22159213.Hotel-Information) > > [Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Sandakan-Hotels-Capital-O-90939-Sandakan-Central-Hotel.h102791583.Hotel-Information) > > [Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Gaya-Island-Hotels-Bunga-Raya-Island-Resort-Spa.h2939927.Hotel-Information) > > [Resorts World Genting - Genting Skyworlds Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Genting-Highlands-Hotels-Resorts-World-Genting-Genting-Skyworlds-Hotel.h4420842.Hotel-Information) > > [Sama-Sama Hotel KL International Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Sepang-Hotels-Sama-Sama-Hotel.h552055.Hotel-Information) > > [T Hotel Tandop](https://www.expedia.ca/Alor-Setar-Hotels-T-Hotel-Tandop.h11615926.Hotel-Information) > > [The Oikos Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Pontian-Hotels-The-Oikos-Hotel.h15084112.Hotel-Information) > > [JSK Mantanani Island Resorts](https://www.expedia.ca/Kampung-Mantanani-Hotels-JSK-Mantanani-Island-Resorts.h90092227.Hotel-Information) > > [Corsica Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Johor-Bahru-Hotels-Corsica-Hotel.h16504092.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Seri Malaysia Kepala Batas](https://www.expedia.ca/Kepala-Batas-Hotels-Hotel-Seri-Malaysia-Kepala-Batas.h8654332.Hotel-Information) > > [Dynasty Hotel Miri](https://www.expedia.ca/Miri-Hotels-Dynasty-Hotel-Miri.h17352918.Hotel-Information) > > [Damai Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kuching-Hotels-Damai-Beach-Resort.h4377.Hotel-Information) > > [101 Hotel Bintulu](https://www.expedia.ca/Bintulu-Hotels-101-Hotel-Bintulu.h4413562.Hotel-Information) > > [Genting Ria Apartment by C&T](https://www.expedia.ca/Genting-Highlands-Hotels-Genting-Ria-Apartment-By-CT.h35808274.Hotel-Information) > > [GL Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kluang-Hotels-GL-Hotel.h9341522.Hotel-Information) > > [Pom Pom Island Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Pom-Pom-Island-Hotels-Pom-Pom-Island-Resort.h9654643.Hotel-Information) > > [Homestay UA 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Homestay-UA-1.h23044537.Hotel-Information) > > [Strawberry Park Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Brinchang-Hotels-Strawberry-Park-Resort.h8395.Hotel-Information) > > [My Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Bintulu-Hotels-My-Inn.h11017425.Hotel-Information) > > [Kuching Park Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kuching-Hotels-Kuching-Park-Hotel.h8264084.Hotel-Information) > > [OYO 89715 CK Hotel 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Lumut-Hotels-OYO-89715-CK-Hotel-2.h101812286.Hotel-Information) > > [Gayana Marine Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Gayana-Marine-Resort.h2322305.Hotel-Information) > > [Lavilla By Holiday Villa Cherating](https://www.expedia.ca/Kuantan-Hotels-Lavilla-By-Holiday-Villa-Cherating.h2867673.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Seri Malaysia Genting Highlands](https://www.expedia.ca/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-Hotel-Seri-Malaysia-Genting-Highlands.h6792075.Hotel-Information) > > [Forest City Golf Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Johor-Bahru-Hotels-Forest-City-Golf-Hotel.h26543248.Hotel-Information) > > [DS Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Gemas-Hotels-DS-Hotel.h19986251.Hotel-Information) > > [MP Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kuala-Terengganu-Hotels-MP-Hostel.h41462527.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Time Nilai](https://www.expedia.ca/Nilai-Hotels-Hotel-Time-Nilai.h12346335.Hotel-Information)