Borneo Sandakan Backpackers
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Fast facts
Check in from | 14:00 |
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Check out by | 12:00 |
Breakfast | Breakfast available. |
Pets | Pets are not allowed. |
Children | Children are welcome at this hotel. |
More about Borneo Sandakan Backpackers
Borneo Sandakan Backpackers
Hotel Aurum Family "A" is located in Hajdúszoboszló, only 328 feet from Hungarospa, Europe’s largest bath complex. It features free Wi-Fi, a café and a restaurant serving Hungarian and international dishes.
Ratings and reviews
Traveler reviews
Comment: Jan 22, 2020
Stayed in: Jan 2020
Great stay!
Comment: Nov 10, 2019
Stayed in: Nov 2019
Pleasant, reliable, economical
When we arrived on Sunday, Sandakan was a hectic mess. The streets were crowded; the traffic appalling. It made for a slightly stressful and very sweaty introduction to the former capital city of Sabah (or North Borneo as it used to be known).
What a relief to get into our room at this hostel. The aircon works! The walls are soundproof! The bed is comfortable! Plus, the shared bathroom facilities are in a respectable state!
Admittedly, we were in town during the quiet season and there weren't many other guests. The hostel may not feel quite the same if there is a queue for the showers or a race for toast at breakfast.
Speaking of breakfast, it was very basic. Bread is provided for toasting and then applying peanut butter, jam, etc. There was also a bowl of fresh fruit and another of boiled eggs one morning (this seemed more haphazard - first come first served?).
Another minor issue is that there are several 'backpacker hostels' in very close proximity to each other in Sandakan, which can get confusing for first-time guests and taxi drivers. Make sure you're arriving at the right one! (This one is above a Seven-11 shop).
But these are meer quibbles. Our overall experience was solidly positive. The room and facilities fine; staff helpful; the location handy. It seemed top-notch value. For other travellers to Sabah who aren't too fussed about luxury, I'd certainly recommend staying in this hostel for the Sandakan leg of your trip (and then splashing out on more expensive accommodation elsewhere, eg at Danum Valley or Lankayan Island).
During our stay here we got a taxi out to Sepilok for the obligatory (and hugely enjoyable) visit to the orangutans and sun bears. All very easy to do. We also did a day visit to the Kinabatangan river. Plus we used the nearby 'Laundrybar' laundrette for a much-needed wash of pants and socks. Everything worked very well!
Comment: Jul 19, 2019
Stayed in: Jul 2019
Immaculate and Friendly
Comment: Jul 1, 2019
Stayed in: Jun 2019
Snadakan Backpackers
Comment: Aug 22, 2018
Stayed in: Jul 2018
Loved it
Location
HS-05, Lot 55, 1st Floor, Sandakan, 90000, Malaysia|0.25 km from Sandakan Heritage Trail
10 things to dowithin 1.24 km
Airportwithin 9.44 km
Check in and check out
Check in from:
14:00
Check out before:
12:00
Good to know
Children are welcome at this hotel.
Pets are not allowed.
Breakfast available.
Breakfast price
Please contact hotel for price information.
Breakfast options
Western breakfast.
When booking half board, note that drinks are not included. Please inform Hotel Aurum Family "A" of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. In case guests would like to pay in HUF at the property, the price of the accommodations in EUR is converted to HUF as follows: the total amount will be calculated and charged based on the middle rate of MNB on the day of the booking. The property cannot accept coins in EUR. Please note that pets are only allowed upon request and subject to approval. The property can only accommodate pets with a maximum weight of 5 kg or less and will incur an additional charge of 5000 HUF per day/room. Pets are allowed only in rooms, not in suits.
Effective 1 January 2024, Foreign nationals entering Malaysia are required to fill in the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) via the Malaysian Immigration portal. It is prohibited to bring durian and mangosteen to the hotel.
