Mabul Backpackers

Hotels
6.4 (152 reviews)
Mabul Island , Pulau Mabul , my

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Hiking
BBQ facilities
Fishing
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great staff
Beautiful location
Helpful service
Stunning views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Poor food quality
Basic room comfort

Categories

Cleanliness
4.24
Rats in room, poor sanitation, cleanliness issues.
Service
8.71
The staff is amazing and helpful, creating a pleasant atmosphere.
Location
8.75
Beautiful location with stunning views and easy access to nature.
Room Quality
5.2
Rooms are simple, not very comfortable, and have cleanliness issues.
Amenities
6.23
Basic amenities; some issues noted with conditions.
Value for Money
6.19
Low price, but experience not up to standard for cost.
Food and Beverage
5.24
Food is repetitive and not of good quality.
Overall Experience
6.61
A mix of good service and location but compromised by cleanliness and food quality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 08:41

Property Description

Unique Location
Located in Pulau Mabul, Mabul Backpackers offers an unforgettable island experience with a bar, restaurant, and sun terrace.

Comfortable Accommodation
The homestay provides cozy family rooms with outdoor furniture, bed linen, and towels for a relaxing stay.

Exciting Activities
Enjoy daily breakfast options, sightseeing tours, and walking tours to explore the beautiful surroundings during your stay.

Ready to experience the perfect island getaway at Mabul Backpackers? Book now to secure your slice of paradise!

Important information:

Please inform 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 04:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Internet

    No internet access available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

6.4
Based on 152 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.24
Service: 8.71
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 5.2
Amenities: 6.23
Value for Money: 6.19
Food and Beverage: 5.24
Overall Experience: 6.61
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Allen solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Some of the friendliest staff I’ve come across. Location was insanely good being right on a reef. Often would see turtles, fish and more most mornings. Plenty of snorkeling to do as little as 100 m out from the accomodation. Gear was cheap and per day. Easy access to surrounding reefs and islands for even better diving and snorkeling. Definitely worth the money and would go back

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Dominik solo_traveller pl
10
Pros:

Very chilled placed with amazing staff 👌🏼💚

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Callum solo_traveller gb
1
2026-05-26 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller au
10
Pros:

My experience here was much better than the reviews suggest. The location on the island was great. The water seemed to be much cleaner in that location compared to other parts of the island. All the staff were great too. There was a newer section that we were allowed to use and hang out in which was really nice. I also liked the atmosphere with other backpackers despite there not being many of us on some days.

Cons:

I had no mirror in my room.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Isabelle solo_traveller ch
8
Sympa et relaxant
Pros:

Situé dans un petit paradis avec un magnifique coucher de soleil. Super snorkeling

Cons:

La nourriture était un peu grasse. De la difficulté dans l’organisation, malgré que tout se soit arrangé. L’île en elle-même est bourrée de déchets et d’enfants qui s’accrochent à nos poches pour nous demander de l’argent. Et certains endroits de l’île sont privés

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Horn solo_traveller at
10
Pros:

Die familiäre Atmosphäre

2026-03-15 via Nuitee
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Daniel couple es
1
Desastre
Pros:

El entorno mirando al mar, la parte de atrás son chabolas y todo está lleno de basura

Cons:

No tenía luz ni papel el baño , no tenía llave era un candado , no llegaba el wifi a la habitación, estaba todo sucio, la comida escasa, lo mejor, el dive master , la atención fue horrible

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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Eva solo_traveller es
10
Great views and great diving
Pros:

Very confortables and clean beds, Great workers and Amazing views, I ‘ve been very happy here.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Giada solo_traveller it
10
Wonderful!
Pros:

One of the best places ever... Amazing Place, view, wonderful dives, friendly caring people. Super nice and super clean, you Just don t want to leave anymore! Guys Is not a resort! Is so Much more! Is a backpackers Place and Is a family 🌻 for everyone. I can Just recommend it

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Giaele couple it
7
Nice for a couple of days.
Pros:

The room with sea view had a very nice view. The location on the sea is amazing and the colors of the sea stunning. The island is very nice and remote. The people of the resort were very nice and friendly. They cooked special food for my partner who has allergies. The deck where you can lay in the sun is very cozy. The rooms are ok. There is hot water.

Cons:

The food was literally the same everyday, there is no fruit. You need to bring many snacks and fruit or you will be hungry. If you go there to relax think again because there is loud music almost every time of the day. The rooms are ok but the sheets were stained and also the towels. Also the schedule they give you keeps changing so it is quite hard to organize other things to do on the departure and arrival day because they keep changing pick up time and drop off time. For the price we were expecting a little bit better food.

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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Fariq extended_group my
10
2026-01-08 via Nuitee
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Alice couple it
7
Pros:

L'atmosfera era molto gradevole e familiare. Il panorama bellissimo e la posizione ottima. Anche il cibo era buono

Cons:

Le condizioni della camera erano meno agiate di quanto mi aspettassi

2026-01-07 via Nuitee
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Anna solo_traveller au
9
Pros:

Lovely people. crystal clear water. They help wherever they can.

Cons:

The island has a big rubbish problem. I would have loved if the hotel would have a program to help with this problem. Ocean cleanup for the divers, beach cleanups or else’s. As a backpackers accomodation you would find plenty of people who would love to help with something like that.

2025-12-28 via Nuitee
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Olga couple gb
8
Pros:

This location was the last part of our trip and it was great. The staff is amazing. Cheers!

2025-12-27 via Nuitee
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laura extended_group fr
10
Pros:

Tout été super, le personnel est adorable, gentil et vous mettras à l’aise, le lieu et simple et la vue est magnifique, merci à vous tous

2025-12-15 via Nuitee
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Andrea couple es
7
2025-10-22 via Nuitee
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Lea solo_traveller es
7
Pour personnes à petit budget, c'est bien !
Pros:

La localisation, sur la mer. Logement typique dans son jus. Le prix évidemment ! ( C'est le moins cher sur Mabul )
Lits confortables
La vue du sunset

Cons:

Si vous voulez du luxe, passer votre chemin !
Pas de chasse d'eau et les eaux usées vont direct dans la mer...
Les plats sont tous les jours les mêmes. Mais on peut alterner avec poisson ou viande!
Se lever tôt pour le petit dej car après il y a plus grand chose

2025-10-16 via Nuitee
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Mymy couple fr
5
Pros:

Le site est les promenades sur l'eau à marée basse jusqu'à la barrière de corail
Et le snowklin est promené dans le village

Cons:

La nourriture n'était pas top. et le petit déjeuner aussi pas top.
Le pain 🍞 Demi de mauvaise qualité,
Des œufs dans un plateau pliant d'huile,
Pas top le déjeuner et le repas du soir.
Toujours la même chose 👎
Nous avons été obligés de prendre des repas à l'extérieur au village il y a des petits endroits pour manger et nous avons acheté du poisson 🐟 au pêcheur que nous avons fait cuisine à notre hôtel vous payer le cuistot.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
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Katy solo_traveller gb
9
2025-09-20 via Nuitee
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Chiara couple it
9
Perfetto per chi ama immersioni e snorkeling
Pros:

Posizione bellissima con mare meraviglioso per snorkeling ed immersioni. Personale giovane e gentilissimo. Estremamente attenti alle necessità di tutti i clienti. Gli istruttori per lo snorkeling e le immersioni sono estremamente preparati, qualificatissimi e professionali. Le ragazze ed i ragazzi della cucina e del servizio quotidiano veramente impagabili. Vista splendida, possibilità di girare a piedi tutta l'isola (è solo 2 km). Possibilità di acquistare pesce fresco dai venditori locali e farselo cucinare in aggiunta al servizio di pensione completa (con un piccolo sovrapprezzo).

Cons:

Ambiente molto spartano, bisogna ricordarsi che si è in un villaggio di pescatori, non adatto ai bambini o a persone con disabilità motoria, non ci sono sempre parapetti o protezione da cadute in mare. Blatte nelle camere.

2025-09-20 via Nuitee