How close is Harbourside Backpackers to the nearest airport, Sandakan Airport?

With no traffic, the 6 mi drive between Harbourside Backpackers and Sandakan Airport (the nearest airport) will generally only take about 0h 11m. If you’re staying in a metropolitan area, you may see your drive time increase due to busy roads.

What is the best way for guests to get from Sandakan Airport to Harbourside Backpackers?

Taking a taxi or rideshare service from the nearest airport, Sandakan Airport, to your hotel is often the most cost effective transportation solution.

What is the Harbourside Backpackers phone number?

For questions regarding your hotel or your stay, call +60 8921 7072.

Does Harbourside Backpackers have Wi-Fi available?

Yes, Harbourside Backpackers has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

What is the check-out time at Harbourside Backpackers?

Harbourside Backpackers has a normal check-in time of after 2:00 PM, and check-out time of before 11:00 AM.

What is the cheapest month to stay at Harbourside Backpackers?

For the best chance to save money on your Harbourside Backpackers reservation, consider staying in April, when prices are typically at their lowest ($19).

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Harbourside Backpackers

2 stars

8.9

Excellent

based on 312 reviews

312 verified ratings

Lot 43, 1st Floor, Block HS-4, , Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia

Lot 43, 1st Floor, Block HS-4, Sandakan

+60 8921 7072

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About Harbourside Backpackers

Harbourside Backpackers is located in Sandakan and offers free Wi-Fi. It also features luggage storage.

The hostel has 10 comfortable rooms that are ideal for backpackers on a budget.

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Check-in time	2:00 PM
Check-out time	11:00 AM
Payment & Cancellation	Policies vary by room type and provider.
Front desk number	+60 8921 7072

Perks and amenities at Harbourside Backpackers

Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioned
Storage available

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Air-conditioned
Storage available

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8.9

Very good312 verified ratings

8.8Solo

9.1Couples

9.1Friends

8.5Families

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Free tea and coffee as well. (in 7 reviews)
Nice hostel with kitchen and living area. (in 17 reviews)
Perfect location close to the bay and many restaurants (in 5 reviews)

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We have three young children and they doted on the kids (in 1 review)
We booked our Kinabatangan river cruise through them. (in 2 reviews)
The room was horrible (in 15 reviews)

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FAQs when booking at Harbourside Backpackers

How close is Harbourside Backpackers to the nearest airport, Sandakan Airport?
With no traffic, the 6 mi drive between Harbourside Backpackers and Sandakan Airport (the nearest airport) will generally only take about 0h 11m. If you’re staying in a metropolitan area, you may see your drive time increase due to busy roads.
What is the best way for guests to get from Sandakan Airport to Harbourside Backpackers?
Taking a taxi or rideshare service from the nearest airport, Sandakan Airport, to your hotel is often the most cost effective transportation solution.
What is the Harbourside Backpackers phone number?
For questions regarding your hotel or your stay, call +60 8921 7072.
Does Harbourside Backpackers have Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Harbourside Backpackers has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.
What is the check-out time at Harbourside Backpackers?
Harbourside Backpackers has a normal check-in time of after 2:00 PM, and check-out time of before 11:00 AM.
What is the cheapest month to stay at Harbourside Backpackers?
For the best chance to save money on your Harbourside Backpackers reservation, consider staying in April, when prices are typically at their lowest ($19).

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