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The 10 Best Hostels in Semporna, Malaysia

Some of the best backpacker spots in Semporna

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Island Backpackers features air-conditioned rooms in Semporna. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property.

At the hostel, every room is fitted with a desk. All units include a shared bathroom, a hairdryer and bed linen.

I've never stayed in a more friendly local Hostel. Super clean, loads of space, nice showers, nice bathrooms and best of all - the staff! I got so much help from everyone working here especially the head owner. Everything from helping me out booking the cheapest way of fun diving on the islands (via the hostel, which was at least 70 ringgit cheaper than the six other companies I compared them with down town?? turned out great!) to advise on local places to eat, buying fruit for breakfast, helping me plan my visit in Kinabatangan, sending me my bag all across Sabah when my plans got changed... and was always friendly and available! Crazy good service to me much more worth than what I paid per night for, to be honest. If I'm going back to Semporna, this is where I'll be staying. 🙏🏾

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8.6
Fabulous
516 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Located in Semporna, Cube Bed Station & Tours Sdn Bhd features a garden, BBQ facilities and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, room service and currency exchange for guests.

Every room has air conditioning, and certain units at the hostel have a balcony.

stylish and nice, the room was very comfortable even without a window! Hot shower and perfect and central position for restaurants and activities

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8.1
Very good
461 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

Situated in Semporna, TEMPO EXT. Has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation features room service, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests.

With a shared bathroom fitted with a bidet and a hairdryer, some rooms at the hostel also boast a city view.

Amazing host, really friendly& helps with everything, recommendations, booking tours, ... The beds are comfy & bigger than usual (i guess120 cm)

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7.4
Good
185 reviews
Price from
£12
per night

Ocean House is offering accommodation in Semporna. Among the facilities at this property are a shared lounge and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can have a drink at the snack bar.

The nearest airport is Tawau Airport, 78 km from the hostel.

Everything. Room upstairs using stairs only.

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6.9
Review score
425 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Offering free WiFi, TEMPO is located in Semporna. The hostel features a shared lounge and drop-off to the town and jetty.

Guests at the hostel can enjoy a continental breakfast.

The nearest airport is Tawau Airport, 80 km from the property.

I LIKE ENVIROMENT BECAUSE I LIKE PLANT

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7.4
Good
122 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

Situated in Semporna, Perfect Hub Semporna offers a shared lounge. Free WiFi is included.

At the capsule hotel, every room comes with a desk. The shared bathroom is fitted with a shower and a hair dryer.

Nice and clean! Kitchen and stuff available!

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7.7
Good
432 reviews
Price from
£13
per night

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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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  • Avg. price/night: £19.52
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 516 reviews
    I had a great stay at Island backpackers in a private room and extended a few times. Bed was comfortable, room was clean. Free breakfast of toast, spreads, boiled eggs & bananas was more than many hostels. The place is basic, but it does the job if you’re hoping to do diving / snorkeling day trips.
    Saba
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £32.13
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 223 reviews
    Great location and super comfy, I felt safe and at home. Semporna isn’t the most charming of towns, but Amazing Rooms played a big part in making my visit to Semporna amazing! I hope to be back.
    Yvonne
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £19.52
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 516 reviews
    Amazing stay and comfortable bed. Friendly staff and delicious breakfast. Liked this area more vs the waterfront. Very good value for money. The hostel arranged transport to the airport which was the cheapest I could find!
    Jomi
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £19.52
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 516 reviews
    The staff is super friendly and helpful. The hostel is nice, everything you need/want for those prices. You can book different dive days trip in the hostel: cheap, good and EASY.
    Maite
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £27.62
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 345 reviews
    Nice & cozy homestay, great location, sound proof was good as well
    S
    SOO TING
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £19.52
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 516 reviews
    There are tours available in the hostel. They are quite cheap and will take you to beautiful places.
    Vera
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £28.10
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 362 reviews
    Only security is safe The drive package cheaper in town
    Lining
    People with friends
  • Avg. price/night: £19.52
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 516 reviews
    The hostel was great with arranging for a late airport pickup for much cheaper than anything else. Spent a night here before heading to Mabul Island and it worked out. It's amazing that they include breakfast for that price. The companies they recommend for tours and diving are good companies and the prices are amongst the cheapest in all of Semporna.
    traveltoeat
    Solo traveller
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 150 reviews
    The private room was absolutely massive with good air con. We booked twin beds but both were really big. The receptionist Randy was really nice and super helpful! You can book tours through the hostel owner, and the marine park tour is a lot cheaper through the hostel than anywhere else in town. Great location as 5 minutes walk to the jetty for the island tours, and opposite a supermarket
    Eve
    Group
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 150 reviews
    I loved my stay here! The staff is really nice and really helpful, they book for you good tours for a decent price. The hostel itself is quite cozy and has a nice atmosphere, it has a homey feeling and the staff is always around to help you. I highly recommend this place cause you really get a bang for your buck, very cheap and exceeded my expectations, ive stayed in way more expensive places in Borneo that don’t even come near to the honesty of this place.
    Brik
    Young couple