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Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Sandakan with a rooftop terrace

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area
Fridge

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €32
includes taxes & fees
14 Mar - 15 Mar

Room options

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Standard Family Room

Standard Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Deluxe Twin Room Type A

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Beds Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Triple Room Non smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in 6 Beds Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Interior

Twin Room with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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About the area

Map
Lot 108, 1st Floor, Block HS-11, Sandakan Harbour Square, Jalan Pryer, Sandakan, Sabah, 90000

What's nearby

  • Sandakan Harbour Mall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Saint Michael's and All Angels Church - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Agnes Keith House - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sandakan Rainforest Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre - 23 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Sandakan (SDK) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Balin Roof Garden Bar & Bistro - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Palm Garden Chinese Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪鱼船街第二桥 - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪San Da Gen Kopitiam - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Property highlights
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel provides amenities, such as a rooftop terrace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Tour/ticket information, a water dispenser and a TV in reception
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at Sandakan Backpackers Hostel include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as
More amenities include:
  • Showers and free toiletries
  • Communal kitchens and housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 11:00 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 8:00 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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
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Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cash deposit: MYR 50.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sandakan Backpackers Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sandakan Backpackers Hostel?

As of 12 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandakan Backpackers Hostel on 14 Mar 2025 start from €32.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sandakan Backpackers Hostel?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Sandakan Backpackers Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Sandakan Backpackers Hostel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Sandakan Backpackers Hostel located?

Situated in Sandakan, this hostel is within a 5-minute walk of Sandakan Harbour Mall and Sandakan Heritage Trail. St Michael's & All Angels Church and Saint Michael's and All Angels Church are also within 15 minutes.

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Sandakan Backpackers Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KONRAD

Great location, hellful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Karl-Heinz

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly-ann

Great budget hotel, with friendly staff and a comfy bed. Help yourself breakfast was a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurids

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

All good - would return again.
Very good stay. Friendly reception staff and clean rooms that were a good size. Hot water for the showers and a varied breakfast. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Staff was amazing! Good location! Rooms were clean. Lovely atmosphere :)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

4/10 Poor

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Awesome hostel, beautiful artwork everywhere and the sunny rooftop had the best atmosphere! It's like a dream hostel, definitely stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019