Ranau Backpackers Hostel. vs Slagon Homestay Ranau Backpackers Hostel. vs Slagon Homestay
Same City · Kinabalu National Park
Distance: 3.1km
Overview
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Ranau Backpackers Hostel.
Ranau Backpackers Hostel.
★★
2-Star
8.2
130 reviews
Kinabalu National Park
Property Type: Hotel
Room Size: 13㎡
Slagon Homestay
Slagon Homestay
★
1-Star
7.3
228 reviews
Kinabalu National Park
Property Type: Hotel
Room Size: -
Live Price Comparison
| Site | Ranau Backpacke... Ranau Backpackers Hostel. | Slagon Homestay Slagon Homestay |
|---|---|---|
| Agoda | ||
| Booking.com | ||
| Expedia | ||
| Trip.com |
Rating Comparison by Booking Site
| Site | Ranau Backpacke... Ranau Backpackers Hostel. | Slagon Homestay Slagon Homestay |
|---|---|---|
| Agoda |
8.2
(131)
|
7.3
(229)
|
| Expedia |
4.8
(3)
|
7.0
(8)
|
| Overall Average |
8.2
(134)
|
7.3
(237)
|
Strengths & Weaknesses
| Ranau Backpackers Hostel. Ranau Backpackers Hostel. | Slagon Homestay Slagon Homestay |
|---|---|
| Strengths | Strengths |
| + Many reviews say it's in town center, 3-min walk to supermarket and market | + Many reviews praise the great natural surroundings, relaxing by the river and birds |
| + Eateries and convenience stores nearby are repeatedly praised for accessibility | + Owner and staff are friendly and helpful, repeated in reviews |
| + Affordable with clean rooms and good A/C noted | + Easy taxi to Ranau town for meals and shopping |
| + Shared lounge good for mingling with other travelers | + Quiet and peaceful night atmosphere enjoyed |
| Weaknesses | Weaknesses |
| - Mattresses sagging, stained, or lacking support repeated complaints | - Hard to find on maps, far from Ranau needing a car, common complaint |
| - Bathroom leaks, pooling water, broken flushes maintenance issues | - Room WiFi unstable, repeated in reviews |
| - No staff at night, dark and unsettling for solo travelers | - Cleanliness issues like sheet or sofa smells mentioned |
Recommended For
Families with kids
Groups/Friends
Budget travelers
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Recommended For
Nature relaxation seekers
Ranau visitors
Families
|
Guest Reviews
Ranau Backpackers Hostel.
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
Slagon Homestay
Slagon Homestay
Expedia
8.0
Solo
Comfortable with river below, birds and fish. Owner friendly.
Expedia
8.0
Solo
Owner speaks English, arranges car and veg dinner. Quiet and cool.
WiFi unstable in rooms
Agoda
8.4
Family with young children
Spacious common area over river, romantic. Taxi to Ranau town easy.
Agoda
10.0
Business
Very tranquil at night.
Agoda
7.2
Group
Good to avoid crowds in Kundasang, for Ranau matters.
Location Comparison
Distance: 3.1km
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