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4 Aug 2023
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4 Aug 2023
Friday
Exterior view, Escape Backpackers Kk in Kota Kinabalu
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Escape Backpackers Kk
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8.9

Excellent

174 reviews

174 reviews

"Cheap, clean and friendly owner/receptionist Good for budget travellers."

Jeffsonboy

"Nice atmosphere, kind staff, good beds with curtains, good breakfast, good location :)"

Thomas

"Rooms are nice and location is great."

Ivana

"Good service,best breakfast n coffee."

Nur

"Great location, super helpful staff, good fascilities, good to stay!"

Konrad
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9.3

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Exceptional for walking
Parking
Available
Walkable places
Handicraft Market
120 m
Mega Laundry - Kampung Air
130 m
Mega Laundry - Sinsuran
140 m
Starbucks
140 m
Centre Point Sabah
160 m
Popular landmarks
Mamutik Island
510 m
Gaya Street Sunday Market
610 m
Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
870 m
Signal Hill Observatory Platform
1.0 km
Sabah State Museum
2.1 km
Closest landmarks
Klinik Lau & Choong
150 m
IT Point
150 m
Kota Kinabalu City Waterfront
240 m
Sabah Parks Office
240 m
Filipino Market Sabah
260 m
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Escape Backpackers Kk

Jalan Sinsuran, Central Business District, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Strategically situated in Central Business District, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Sapi Island. As an added bonus, restaurant is provided on-site to conveniently serve your needs.

Highlights

Located in heart of Kota Kinabalu

Top Value

Check-in [24-hour]

Excellent breakfast

890 meters to public transportation

Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Check-in/out [express]

Kitchen

Restaurants

Room service

Tours

Your dates are popular among travelersPopular destination! Properties in Kota Kinabalu are being booked every minute!
Value for money9.2
Location rating9.3
Nearest airportKota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Distance to airport6.7 km

Rooms available at Escape Backpackers Kk

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1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
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  • Room size: 100 m²/1076 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 1 bunk bed & 1 bunk bed & 1...
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1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
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  • Room size: 200 m²/2153 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 bunk bed & 1 bunk bed & 1...
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1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom - Mixed
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  • Room size: 14 m²/151 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 1 bunk bed & 1 bunk bed & 1...
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1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
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  • Room size: 154 m²/1658 ft²
  • No Windows view
  • 1 bunk bed & 1 bunk bed & 1...
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1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
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  • Room size: 154 m²/1658 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 bunk bed & 1 bunk bed & 1...
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1 Single Bed City View
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  • Room size: 200 m²/2153 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 bunk bed & 1 bunk bed & 1...
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1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Male Only
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  • Room size: 154 m²/1658 ft²
  • Shared bathroom
  • 1 bunk bed & 1 bunk bed & 1...
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4-Bed Female Dormitory
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  • Room size: 154 m²/1658 ft²
  • Shower
  • 5 bunk beds
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Woman Shared Dormitory
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  • Shower
  • 4 bunk beds
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Mixed Shared Dormitory
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  • Shower
  • 4 bunk beds
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Frequently asked questions

Does Escape Backpackers Kk feature an option for contactless check-in and check-out?

At Escape Backpackers Kk, guests can take part in contactless check-in and check-out option offered by this property for your convenience and safety.

What public parks are within range of Escape Backpackers Kk?

While staying at Escape Backpackers Kk, indulge in your morning or evening stroll at nearby park which include Sembulan River Park, Children Playground, and Museum Area.

How long do guests typically stay at Escape Backpackers Kk?

Verified past guests that have stayed at Escape Backpackers Kk had an average nightly stay of 2 nights at this property.

At what time of the year is Escape Backpackers Kk most popular?

Escape Backpackers Kk's most popular month where verified guests have stayed the most is in January.

What was the average room rate for Escape Backpackers Kk been in the past month?

The typical room rate for Escape Backpackers Kk in the past month is 20.29 MYR, compared to city's average of 160.01 MYR.

What do past guests like most about Escape Backpackers Kk?

Verified guests that stayed at Escape Backpackers Kk have given this property a rating of 9.402 for its outstanding service as the primary highlight for their stay.

What is the average rating that past Solo travelers' have given to Escape Backpackers Kk?

Verified solo travelers that have stayed at this property have given Escape Backpackers Kk an average rating of 8.7. You can look up more detailed customer reviews and remarks by filtering for a specific type of verified travelers down in the review section.

What is the nearest train, metro, or bus station to Escape Backpackers Kk?

The closest train, metro, or bus station is Kinarut, 17603.62 m away from Escape Backpackers Kk.

What dining places are in close proximty of Escape Backpackers Kk?

Escape Backpackers Kk’s local neighborhood is Central Business District which comprises of popular restaurants such as Latest Recipe, Restoran Sempelang, and Lobster King Seafood Restaurant.

What well-known shopping places are near to Escape Backpackers Kk?

Shopping options in Escape Backpackers Kk’s Central Business District neighborhood comprises of Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, Imago Shopping Mall, and Centre Point Sabah.

What is the closest airport to Escape Backpackers Kk?

The closest airport to Escape Backpackers Kk is Labuan Airport, 119.0 km away.

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What people love about Escape Backpackers Kk

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Cleanliness

    "Cheap, clean and friendly owner/receptionist Good for budget travellers."

    Jeffsonboy

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    January 21, 2023

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Breakfast

    "Nice atmosphere, kind staff, good beds with curtains, good breakfast, good location :)"

    Thomas

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    April 11, 2023

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Location

    "Rooms are nice and location is great."

    Ivana

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    March 9, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 2,024 Kota Kinabalu properties
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Room size
114 sqm.
Service score
9.4/10
Couples review score
9.3/10
Value for money score
9.1/10
Bigger than
98
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Better than
97
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Better than
97
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Better than
95
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Overall rating:

8.9

Excellent
174 reviews
Cleanliness
8.5
Facilities
8.3
Location
9.3
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What travelers say they love:
Strategic location - restaurants, sundry shops, laundry etc.
Mimi from Malaysia
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More about Escape Backpackers Kk

More about Escape Backpackers Kk

Escape Backpackers Kk

Escape Backpackers Kk is the perfect choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Kota Kinabalu. Experience an urban escape in Kota Kinabalu with a stay at Escape Backpackers Kk, with its exceptional location right in the city center.
All offerings provided by Escape Backpackers Kk help to ensure a pleasant stay for all travelers. Free internet access provided within the hostel keeps you connected throughout your stay. Car hire services provided by Escape Backpackers Kk makes it easy to plan your day trips, sightseeing, and more around Kota Kinabalu. For those driving their own car, parking is available for guests.
Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including express check-in or check-out. Booking the best tickets and getting the hottest restaurant reservations are made easy with help from the hostel's ticket service and tours. Feel like doing nothing? Available services like room service and daily housekeeping let you get the most out of your time at the Escape Backpackers Kk. For health reasons, smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hostel.
For guests who would like to smoke, the designated smoking areas are available.
A range of amenities is offered in guestrooms at Escape Backpackers Kk. Enjoy your stay even more at the hostel, knowing that some selected rooms include linen service and air conditioning. Don't worry about being thirsty as a refrigerator, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee and instant tea are provided in some guestrooms. Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hostel you'll find a hair dryer and towels available in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

A number of great dining options at the hostel assures that you'll always have convenient and delicious choices. Are you a great cook? Make your own meals in-house at the hostel's shared kitchen.


Reasons to stay here

Find incredible value for money here, which is ranked better than 94% of the city's accommodation.
Guests who stayed at this hostel have scored it higher than 95% of accommodations in the city.
Past guests love the staff and service here, rating it above 96% of the other accommodations in the city.

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Amenities and facilities

Excellent
Facilities

8.3

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

6 mentions

Housekeeping

3 mentions

Beach

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Malay
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Body thermometer
  • Cashless payment service
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Doctor/nurse on call
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Guest rooms seal after sanitization
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Professional-grade sanitizing services
  • Protective screens in common areas
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Kitchen
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator
  • Food delivery
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
For the kids
  • Kids meal
Access
  • Cat-friendly
  • Check-in/out [express]
  • Check-in [24-hour]
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Pets allowed
Getting around
  • Car park [charges apply]
  • Car park [nearby]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car

Location

Jalan Sinsuran, Central Business District, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
Exceptional
Location

9.3

Airports
  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
    6.7 km
  • Labuan Airport (LBU)
    118.8 km
Public transportation
  • South Bus Terminal
    900 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Klinik Lau & Choong
    150 m
Shopping
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    610 m
Convenience store
  • 7 Eleven
    180 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    140 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Night Market
    190 m
  • Mamutik Island
    510 m
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    610 m
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
    870 m
  • Signal Hill Observatory Platform
    1.0 km
  • Sabah State Museum
    2.1 km
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
    7.7 km
  • Sapi Island
    7.8 km
  • Manukan Island
    7.9 km
  • Poring Hot Springs
    14.7 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Handicraft Market
    120 m
  • Mega Laundry - Kampung Air
    130 m
  • Mega Laundry - Sinsuran
    140 m
  • Starbucks
    140 m
  • Klinik Lau & Choong
    150 m
  • IT Point
    150 m
  • Centre Point Sabah
    160 m
  • Vals Bundle Shop
    170 m
  • Warisan Square
    180 m
  • Times Books & Magazines
    180 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-1 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
Children 2-5 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 6 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from: 12:00
  • Check-out until: 12:00
Extras
  • Breakfast charge (unless included in room price): 0 MYR
The property
  • Number of rooms : 22

Reviews of Escape Backpackers Kk from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.9
Excellent
From 174 reviews
Cleanliness8.5
Facilities8.3
Location9.3
Service9.4
Value for money9.2
High score for Kota Kinabalu
Rating
9+ Exceptional (63)
8-9 Excellent (14)
7-8 Very Good (3)
6-7 Good (2)
<6 Below Expectation (5)
Time of the year
Mar - May (18)
Jun - Aug (27)
Sep - Nov (21)
Dec - Feb (21)

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10.0
Exceptional
Vanessa from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 2 nights in November 2022

Their hospitality is beyond!!”

It’s one of the place where you will feel like home! Staff is sooo friendly ( Antifa is an Angel really, love that woman). Place has everything what you need and with that price it has even more. Breakfast are really delicious, vibe is great and I will definitely come back when I’m in KK. Recommend!

Reviewed December 20, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Jamie from United States
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in November 2022

Will return ”

Loved the staff, location and breakfast. The staff worked hard to make my stay comfortable and relaxing. Provided a good breakfast daily. I will definitely be back. Thanks for a great stay

Reviewed November 28, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
muhammad from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

Best in town! ”

Highly affordable..the environment and hospitality is non comparible with any other place. Warm, clean and makes u feel very homely

Reviewed January 09, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Amir from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Easy Access ”

The hotel located at the center of KK City. Walking distance to major spots in KK. Most importantly the staffs is nice and even allow you to leave your stuffs in hotel while u continue traveling the city while waiting to go to your next destination. The hotel even allow ubto cook if u choose to buy fresh seafood.

Reviewed October 29, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Kadie from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in January 2023

Exceptional”

The best value hostel I've stayed in for a long time. Central location. Staff couldn't be more friendly or helpful and the breakfast was great and varied.

Reviewed January 16, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Zakaria from Morocco
Solo traveler
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 9 nights in October 2022

I recommend this place”

Wonderful, one of the best, who visited the strategic place You have everything you want around you,very friendly staffThey help you with anything you want Thank you 🙏🙏🙏

Reviewed November 10, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Hyungbo from South Korea
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 13 nights in December 2022

Highly recommend ”

I’ll come back some time soon. It goes without saying that these people at the hostel are amazing.

Reviewed January 15, 2023

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9.6
Exceptional
Jeffsonboy from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Location wise ”

Cheap, clean and friendly owner/receptionist Good for budget travellers. Near to everything, central location

Reviewed January 22, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Hadi from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in April 2022

Great location & friendly ”

Staff very friendly & nice, location is center of city & the bed also comfortable & clean.

Reviewed April 14, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Nicholas from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in February 2023

Most amazing staff ever”

This place has such a homely feel to it, everything and everyone makes it feel familiar

Reviewed February 08, 2023

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10.0
Exceptional
Jan from Philippines
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Great stay”

Comfortable. Budget Friendly.

Reviewed January 14, 2023

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9.2
Exceptional
Joshua from Brunei Darussalam
Group
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 1 night in December 2022

Best Affordable Place For Backpackers”

Really awesome place to stay for solo traveller or even with group of people. I think it the only hostel where the breakfast serve is different everyday to catered toward both Asian, European and Westerner living there.

Reviewed December 28, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Mimi from Malaysia
Group
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 2 nights in September 2022

Thumbs up!”

Awesome hospitality by the staff - special shout out to Auntie Fei. She took care of our request & need from start till we checked out! Prepared early morning breakfast before we left - that touched us the most! Strategic location - restaurants, sundry shops, laundry etc. Facilities are all okay.

Reviewed September 23, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Novita from Singapore
Solo traveler
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Best Places”

Close to the crowd

Reviewed June 24, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Asyraf from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

overall it was good”

easy access to laundry, eating places, bus terminal, seaside, malls. staffs were friendly and helpful will be back here again.

Reviewed January 24, 2023

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9.2
Exceptional
Wan from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in October 2022

Great budget place”

Well located in KK - near many food shops and mall, in the centre of the city. The staff is great - helpful in answering queries. Cozy place for solo travellers. Small lockers are available - bring your own lock.

Reviewed November 08, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
Mayang from Malaysia
Couple
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Everything is nice!”

Stay for one night before my hike to akinabalu. Everything was okay and the breakfast was very gooooddd 👍 the location also great. And the staffs wete very helpful. Only the water pressure for shower was very low.

Reviewed January 27, 2023

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9.2
Exceptional
Mohd from Malaysia
Group
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Mixed
Stayed 2 nights in September 2022

Hospitality 5 star!”

The best host i ever met. Wake up early to prepare our breakfast for event at 1am! Thank you so much host! Recommended to all.

Reviewed September 23, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
Wan from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 4-Bed Dormitory with Shared Bathroom - Mixed
Stayed 1 night in November 2022

Very good budget choice”

Good location in the centre of KK and lots of food shops around. The mall is just opposite. Supermarkets are close by. There's a family cosiness with a number of long term residents. The breakfast provided is provided free with free coffee/tea available throughout the day. The staff is helpful and friendly.

Reviewed November 10, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Huey from Malaysia
Solo traveler
1 Person in 8-Bed Dormitory - Female Only
Stayed 1 night in January 2023

Exceptional”

Friendly and helpful.

Reviewed January 30, 2023

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