Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
Lot 108, Block SH-11 Sandakan Harbour Square ,Sabah
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5 nights, 2 adults
USD$147.81
Includes taxes and charges
5 nights, 2 adults
USD$147.81
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“Great staff who helped us with activities around Sandakan and arranged a river c…”
“Self service breakfast 🙂, safe surroundings, roof terrace”
“Funky hostel, great location, nice communal area and good price”
“Good location and lots of restaurants nearby”
“Clean beds”
“The room very comfortable and clean”
“The breakfast simple but nice”
“They serve breakfast”
“Clean facilities”
“Clean, AC in rooms, big towel they provide”
“Location in the city close to many good and affordable restaurants”
“A bit overpriced but the room was fine”
Overview
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a terrace. The bed and breakfast provides certain units with sea views, and the units have a shared bathroom. At the bed and breakfast, every unit includes bed linen and towels. Sightseeing tours are available in the surroundings. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. The nearest airport is Sandakan Airport, 15 km from the bed and breakfast.
Traveller reviews
Bethany
couple
May 28, 2026
“Good location and value”
Funky hostel, great location, nice communal area and good price.
Kristin
couple
May 13, 2026
Good location and lots of restaurants nearby
郁閔
solo_traveller
May 12, 2026
The location is perfect
Ajda
solo_traveller
May 4, 2026
Clean facilities. Great staff who helped us with activities around Sandakan and arranged a river cruise in the jungle. Clean beds. A rooftop area for hanging out. Location in the city close to many good and affordable restaurants.
Iwona
couple
April 28, 2026
“An easy and relaxed place to stay”
Self service breakfast 🙂, safe surroundings, roof terrace
OlaB
solo_traveller
April 28, 2026
Very helpful girls at the reception. Clean, AC in rooms, big towel they provide. Water and tea/coffee provided.
Viviana González 78
solo_traveller
April 27, 2026
The staff is so kind and helpful everytime. Location is perfect. The room very comfortable and clean.
Viviana González 78
solo_traveller
April 21, 2026
Staff is so Nice and helpful, they speak perfect English and they helped me to find the perfect tour to Kinabatangan.
Amelie
solo_traveller
April 15, 2026
Nice to meet new friends. The breakfast simple but nice.
alexandra
couple
April 12, 2026
A bit overpriced but the room was fine. The toilet could have been cleaner and there was not hot water
Péter
solo_traveller
April 11, 2026
Ok for a short stay but very basic. They serve breakfast. Terrace is cool, location good. They help you organize your trip to the nature reserves.
Anna
solo_traveller
March 7, 2026
Very friendly Staff Helped me organise my dschungle Tour Came back and stayed another 2 nights After the Tour Basic breakfast incl Good Location Comfortable beds
lyndon
solo_traveller
March 4, 2026
“Awful”
Easy to find
Carole
solo_traveller
February 26, 2026
“Represents very good value for money. It does what it says on the tin”
Central location
Eva
solo_traveller
February 26, 2026
“Amazing workers”
Confortable localitation and nice workers.
Elsa
solo_traveller
February 15, 2026
“Lovely staff and great location.”
Lovely staff. Definitely worth the price. Small breakfast included with tea or coffee. Nice outdoor area to socialise or just chill. Perfect situated in the middle of town.
Neea
couple
February 8, 2026
“Great for a small price”
Staff was very nice. Hostel had a lovely atmosphere and I loved the rooftop terrace.
Giada
solo_traveller
February 8, 2026
Super nice staff and nice Place, very good to catch the Flight in the early morning
jeroen
solo_traveller
February 6, 2026
had a great stay at sandakan backpackers hostel. met friendly people and the vibe is perfect for backpackers.
Ant
couple
February 3, 2026
“A perfect place to stay in Sandakan”
Perfect location, and amazing rooftop with hammocks, free breakfast of toast, jam and eggs - plus a lovely bean bag lounge with a TV for relaxing in. Also a gym!! Staff are lovely and the rooms, while basic, are perfectly comfortable. 5 days here flew by. The residents are all lovely too that we met - kind and respectful.
Facilities
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Terrace
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Key card access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Services
Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Laundry, Shared lounge/TV area
Standard Family Room
This family room has a shared bathroom, air conditioning and city views. The unit has 2 beds.
Double Room with Sea View
This double room features a shared bathroom, air conditioning and sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Double Room
This double room features a shared bathroom, air conditioning and city views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Standard Triple Room
This triple room features a shared bathroom, air conditioning and city views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Standard Twin Room
This twin room has a shared bathroom, air conditioning and city views. The unit has 2 beds.
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