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Strategically located in Ranau town centre, Ranau Backpackers Hostel features rooms with en suite bathroom and dormitory rooms. There are free WiFi throughout and a shared kitchen in the hostel.

Ranau Backpackers Hostel is 15 km from Kundasang War Memorial and 21 km to Kinabalu Park entrance. Kota Kinabalu International Airport is 111 km from the hostel.

The check in was easy. If possible prepare an exact amount to be paid. They have online transfer too. The bathroom was super clean and the bedroom was clean too. Perfect place for solo travelers and backpackers in Ranau. Strongly recommended.

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7.9
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96 reviews
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VND 254,416
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.
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Hostels that guests love in Ranau

  • Avg. price/night: VND 1,553,265
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 128 reviews
    Great breakfast, good variety Great location to canopy, poring springs and waterfalls Beautiful setting Very friendly and welcoming staff Great place to relax and embrace Borneo's natural beauty Perfect one night stay for a solo traveller In-room service available
    Ceri
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: VND 607,730
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 200 reviews
    - Great location and views to mount Kinabalu - The room is simple, but very clean - A kitchen you can use is clean and comfortable as well - The shower is hot - They even have a tree-house!
    Anzhela
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: VND 7,037,040
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1 review
    The villa is very spacious and we can see Mount KK from the balcony when the weather is good. The kitchen is fully equipped: rice cooker, oven, kettle, glasses and bowls, kitchen tools, cutlery, etc... Clean toilets and showers with water heaters. There are 2 bedrooms: one with a queen bed and the other with two bunk beds. We love blankets because they keep us warm at night. Once off the blanket we felt cold.
    Sui Ying
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: VND 498,006
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 96 reviews
    Cheap, centre of town, allowed us to do self check In as we arrived late night.
    Alex
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: VND 909,402
    6.3
    Scored 6.3
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 36 reviews
    1. Assessment route from the main road to the location should be safe and good for all guest either day or night. 2. Water heater needs to periodically service iot avoid malfunction during guests stay. 3. Cleanness of toilets need to improve
    Mohd
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: VND 730,769
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 105 reviews
    Great location Friendly and helpful owner and staff Cozy environment
    Aik Piau
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: VND 469,797
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 282 reviews
    Cheap
    Azrin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: VND 607,730
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 200 reviews
    Great location. Easily accessible by car with parking spaces. Can view Mount Kinabalu in the morning from the homestay compound :). Stunning view. There are several types of rooms available. Choose the right one for you. We preferred rooms with attached bathroom. The are also, 2 common kitchens available with water filter so plan well if you wish to cook there. Host friendly and helpful.
    Hani Fuziah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: VND 1,608,451
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 340 reviews
    Great location. View of Mount Kinabalu at sunrise was excellent. Had to go to the roof though, as my room was facing the other way. Still, for this price, it's definitely worth it.
    Wei Hin
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: VND 469,797
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 282 reviews
    It’s clean and comfortable , cheap , good location
    A
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