Xplorer Backpacker

1St Floor 108 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia - Show on map
7.0/10 · 15 reviews

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Xplorer Backpacker Kota Kinabalu hostel is situated approximately a 20-minute walk from Gaya Street Sunday Market.

Location

Found 1.3 miles from Signal Hill Observatory Tower, the Kota Kinabalu hostel is 1.4 miles from worship locations like Sabah State Mosque. Nearby historical sites, such as Sabah Palace, are located about a 10-minute walk away. Xplorer Backpacker hostel allows guests to enjoy such natural sights as Weston Wetland Park, located 1.6 miles away.

Food & Drinks

Guests can dine in Kedai Kopi Kinabalu, which is situated 150 feet away. Guests can make use of a shared kitchen. This hostel is just around the corner from Minivan to Ranau & Kinabalu NP bus station.

Why choose Xplorer Backpacker Kota Kinabalu

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Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
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  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking options

  • Parking

Design

  • Curtains

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 20:00
Check-out:
from 11:00 until 12:00
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.

When are you staying?

From USD 31 per night
Check-in 19 Sept 2026
Check-out 20 Sept 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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    When are you staying?
    From USD 31 per night
    Check-in 19 Sept 2026
    Check-out 20 Sept 2026
    Guests 2 guests

    Adults:

    2

    Children:

    0
    All rates verified
    How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.
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    Xplorer Backpacker
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 20:00
    Check-out:
    from 11:00 until 12:00
    • Children and extra beds
    • There are no extra beds provided in a room.