DZ Backpackers provides air-conditioned accommodations in Semporna. The property has a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests. The rooms in the hostel are equipped with an electric tea pot. Featuring a shared bathroom with a bidet and a hairdryer, rooms at DZ Backpackers also feature free WiFi, while selected rooms also feature a balcony. All rooms have bed linen. American and Asian breakfast options are available each morning at the accommodation. The nearest airport is Tawau Airport, 48 miles from DZ Backpackers.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Asian, American


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
1 bunk bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.8
Free Wifi
10
High score for Semporna

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Bobbie
    United States of America United States of America
    Location is close to the central district/jetty. Cool produce market outside (durian). The staff is very kind and helpful. Breakfast, snacks, bottled water, and even laundry including soap is included.
  • Ciknai
    Malaysia Malaysia
    I like all. Seriously this is the best hostel I ever stay. The staff so helpful.. The place so clean.. I wish there is more hostel like this around Malaysia
  • Migle
    Lithuania Lithuania
    The staff was so nice, after the check-out come to me to say goodbye. Comfortable bads and pillows
  • Angela
    Ireland Ireland
    Incredibly kind staff Great diving package Perfect location
  • Melutschga
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Its very social, its small but you still have everything you need. Bed was comfy. Breakfast was delicious.
  • Mengmeng
    China China
    The staff is very kind and helpful. They provide what you need, breakfast, air conditioner, driking water…… If i go back to Semporna, I will go back here.
  • Sonne_hd
    Germany Germany
    The staff was incredible and made the stay even better.
  • Meredith
    Malaysia Malaysia
    The staff was really friendly and helpful and the facilities were clean. Beds were comfy too! The breakfast is basic but it’s nice to have something to wake up to. I’d definitely stay here again!
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff are very friendly and helpful. Beds are comfy and free breakfast is self service anytime. Location is walking distance from jetty area.
  • Alice
    France France
    - comfortable beds - clean room and bathroom - breakfast included - at 5 minutes to the bus station to go to Kota Kinabalu - very nice staff: they gave us breakfast before 7am because we were leaving earlier to dive

Area info

Amenities of DZ Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Slippers
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Balcony

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave

Living Area

  • Dining area

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
No parking available.

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Board games/Puzzles

General

  • Smoke-free property
  • Air conditioning

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Malay
  • Chinese

House rules
DZ Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about DZ Backpackers

  • DZ Backpackers is 1,000 feet from the center of Semporna. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at DZ Backpackers is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • The prices at DZ Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • DZ Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):