Ranau Backpackers Hostel. vs Hotel O Sosodikon Inap Desa

Same City · Kinabalu National Park Distance: 9.6km
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Ranau Backpackers Hostel.

★★ 2-Star
8.2 130
Kinabalu National Park
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Hotel O Sosodikon Inap Desa

★★ 2-Star
7.3 214
Kinabalu National Park
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Rating Comparison by Booking Site

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Agoda
8.2 (131)
7.3 (218)
Expedia
4.8 (3)
8.0 (2)
Overall Average
8.2 (134)
7.3 (220)

Strengths & Weaknesses

Ranau Backpackers Hostel. Hotel O Sosodikon Inap Desa
Strengths Strengths
+ Many reviews say it's in town center, 3-min walk to supermarket and market + Many reviews say it's under 100m to Sosodikon Hill, great for hiking and sunsets
+ Eateries and convenience stores nearby are repeatedly praised for accessibility + Repeated praise for Mount Kinabalu and scenic views from rooms
+ Affordable with clean rooms and good A/C noted + Low price offers good value for budget travelers
+ Shared lounge good for mingling with other travelers + Reviews note it's suitable for large families or couples like a home
Weaknesses Weaknesses
- Mattresses sagging, stained, or lacking support repeated complaints - Access road is steep and gravelly, tough to drive at night, repeated complaints
- Bathroom leaks, pooling water, broken flushes maintenance issues - No WiFi or TV, or not working, per reviews
- No staff at night, dark and unsettling for solo travelers - Water heater or shower issues, poor soundproofing noted

Recommended For

Families with kids Groups/Friends Budget travelers

Recommended For

Hiking enthusiasts Budget travelers Large families

Guest Reviews

Ranau Backpackers Hostel.

Agoda 8.8 Family with young children

Suitable for family, will come again

Agoda 9.6 Solo traveler

Affordable near market, clean, had dorm to self

Flush needs repair

Expedia 6.0 Solo

Town center near super market, good A/C

Some downsides

Agoda 5.2 Solo traveler

No staff at night, dark and scary

Hotel O Sosodikon Inap Desa

Agoda 9.2 Family with teens

Clean room and great views

Door locks and shower issues

Agoda 8.0 Couple

Kinabalu view and near Sosodikon Hill

Poor soundproofing and TV issues

Agoda 7.2 Couple

Good for budget and location

Agoda 9.2 Couple

Cheap and prime location

Facilities need upgrade

Expedia 10.0 Solo

Friendly staff

Location Comparison

Distance: 9.6km

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