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Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers
Dormitory - Fan, Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers in Johor Bahru
Interior view, Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers in Johor Bahru
Interior view, Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers in Johor Bahru
Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers
Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers
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6.7

Good

16 reviews

16 reviews

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6.1

Good

Location rating score

Popular neighborhood
Parking
Available
Popular landmarks
Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru 4.4 km
Danga Bay 6.3 km
Legoland Malaysia 7.3 km
Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque 9.9 km
Johor Zoo 10.3 km
KSL City Mall 10.8 km
Angry Birds Activity Park 11.1 km
Johor Bahru City Square 11.1 km
Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple 11.1 km
Jalan Wong Ah Fook 11.4 km
Nearby landmarks
Klinik Johor 140 m
Alpha Dental Clinic 140 m
TF Value-Mart 260 m
7 days Fitness 350 m
Little Play Loft Imaginative PlayGym 760 m
Park Parking 780 m
Church of Praise 910 m
Red cap 940 m
Motorbike 1.0 km
TGV Bukit Indah 1.0 km

Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers

No 2-01, Jalan Bestari 5/2, Taman Nusa Bestari, Gelang Patah/Legoland, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 81300 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the Gelang Patah/Legoland part of Johor Bahru, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Legoland Malaysia.

Highlights

Located in heart of Johor Bahru

Airport transfer

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Laundry service

Safety deposit boxes

Facilities

Airport transfer

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Laundry service

Safety deposit boxes

Wi-Fi in public areas

Dry cleaning

Malay

Your dates are popular among travelersPopular destination! Properties in Johor Bahru are being booked every minute!
Value for money7.8
Location rating6.1
Nearest airportSenai International Airport (JHB) - Malaysia
Distance to airport17.6 km

Rooms available at Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers

Dormitory - Fan
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  • Shower
  • Shared bathroom
  • 1 bunk bed
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    Frequently asked questions

    What time is check-in and check-out at Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers?

    Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee.

    How do I get to Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers?

    Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers is easy to access from the airport. In fact, you can even book your airport transfer in advance for greater peace of mind. Just use the "Let us know what you need" section of the booking page to let the hotel know you want to book a ride, and they will contact you via the Agoda messaging service with prices and more information. For those who wish to drive their own cars, Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers has a car park available for guests.

    What restaurants are nearby Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers?

    Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers is located in Gelang Patah/Legoland, famous for good restaurants such as Restoran Chua Kee, Marco Polo and Restaurant Loon Sing.

    What popular shopping places are close to Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers?

    Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers is located in Gelang Patah/Legoland area which features shopping places such as Mall of Medini, Aeon Mall Bukit Indah and Giant Hypermarket Nusa Bestari.

    What are popular attractions near Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers?

    Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers is located in Gelang Patah/Legoland area, which is famous for attractions such as Legoland Malaysia, Puteri Harbour and Puteri Harbour Satellite Clubhouse.

    What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers?

    Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers is located within Gelang Patah/Legoland, which makes it conveniently close to natural sights including Tanjung Perepat, Bukit G 253 and Tanjung Tuan.

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    Property ranking|Compared to 3,543 Johor Bahru properties
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    Room comfort score
    6.3/10
    Couples review score
    8/10
    Service score
    7.9/10
    Value for money score
    7.8/10
    Better than
    97
    %
    of Johor Bahru properties
    Better than
    92
    %
    of Johor Bahru properties
    Better than
    90
    %
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    Better than
    88
    %
    of Johor Bahru properties
    Overall rating:

    6.7

    Good
    16 reviews
    Cleanliness
    6.9
    Location
    6.1
    Room comfort and quality
    6.3
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    More about Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers

    More about Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers

    Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers

    Getting in and around Johor Bahru is a breeze when staying at Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers, located right in the heart of the city. Get ready for an adventure with a stay at Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers. Seeking thrills? Perfectly situated for theme-park enthusiasts, Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers is only 7.2 km from the popular Legoland Malaysia.
    Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers offers numerous on-site facilities to satisfy even the most discerning guest. Never be out of touch with your contacts, with free Wi-Fi offered throughout your stay. If you need a ride from or to the airport, the hotel can arrange it before your check-in date. If you plan to arrive by car, you'll appreciate the hotel's available parking, right on-site.
    Front desk services including safety deposit boxes can assist with your needs. Staying for a long time, or just need clean clothes? dry cleaning service and laundry service offered at the hotel will keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available.
    Equipped with handy amenities, guestrooms at Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers guarantee a comfortable stay for all travelers. In-room entertainment such as television, is provided for guests in select rooms.


    Around the property

    Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers provides an excellent base for exploring the sights of Johor Bahru in-depth. The best way to remember your time in Johor Bahru is with a nice gift at Johor Bahru City Square located about 11.1 km away.


    Reasons to stay here

    Know you'll get excellent dining options here, where past guests have rated onsite or nearby dining above 97% of the city's accommodation.
    It's hard to beat the room comfort here, which is rated higher than 96% of other accommodations in Johor Bahru.
    This accommodation is highly rated for its staff and service, beating 89% of competition within the city.

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    Amenities and facilities

    Languages spoken
    • Malay
    Internet access
    • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
    • Internet
    • Wi-Fi in public areas
    Services and conveniences
    • Dry cleaning
    • Elevator
    • Laundry service
    • Safety deposit boxes
    • Smoking area
    Access
    • Pets allowed
    Getting around
    • Airport transfer
    • Car park [on-site]
    Available in all rooms
    • Fan
    • Free bottled water
    • In-room safe box
    • Internet access – wireless
    • Shared bathroom
    • Shower
    • TV
    • Wi-Fi [free]

    Location

    No 2-01, Jalan Bestari 5/2, Taman Nusa Bestari, Gelang Patah/Legoland, Johor Bahru, Malaysia, 81300
    Good
    Location

    6.1

    Airports
    • Senai International Airport (JHB) - Malaysia
      17.6 km 41 min drive
    • Seletar Airport (XSP) - Singapore
      24.1 km 40 min drive
    Public transportation
    • Terminal Bas & Taxi Taman Ungku Tun Aminah Bus Station
      4.4 km 16 min drive
    • Larkin Bus Terminal
      8.5 km 16 min drive
    Hospital or clinic
    • Klinik Johor
      140 m
    Shopping
    • Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru
      4.4 km
    Convenience store
    • 7 Eleven
      200 m
    Cash withdrawal
    • ATM
      280 m

    What's nearby

    Popular landmarks
    • Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru
      4.4 km
    • Danga Bay
      6.3 km
    • Legoland Malaysia
      7.3 km
    • Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque
      9.9 km
    • Johor Zoo
      10.3 km
    • KSL City Mall
      10.8 km
    • Angry Birds Activity Park
      11.1 km
    • Johor Bahru City Square
      11.1 km
    • Arulmigu Sri Rajakaliamman Glass Temple
      11.1 km
    • Jalan Wong Ah Fook
      11.4 km
    Nearby landmarks
    • Klinik Johor
      140 m
    • Alpha Dental Clinic
      140 m
    • TF Value-Mart
      260 m
    • 7 days Fitness
      350 m
    • Little Play Loft Imaginative PlayGym
      760 m
    • Park Parking
      780 m
    • Church of Praise
      910 m
    • Red cap
      940 m
    • Motorbike
      1.0 km
    • TGV Bukit Indah
      1.0 km
    Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

    Property policies

    Children and extra beds

    Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

    All children are welcome.

    Infant 0-5 year(s)
    Stay for free if using existing bedding.
    Baby cot/crib may be requested directly from the property.
    Children 6-12 year(s)
    Must use an extra bed
    If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
    Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
    Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
    Others
    • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

    Some helpful facts

    Check-in/Check-out
    • Check-in from14:00
    • Check-out until11:00
    • Reception open until22:00
    The property
    • Non-smoking rooms/floorsYes
    • Number of rooms 6
    • Year property opened2012
    • Most recent renovation2013

    Reviews of Sekai Guesthouse and Backpackers from real guests

    Provided by verified guests of Agoda
    6.7
    /
    10
    Good
    Cleanliness6.9
    Location6.1
    Room comfort and quality6.3
    Service7.9
    Value for money7.8
    High score for Johor Bahru
    Rating
    9+ Exceptional (1)
    8-9 Excellent (2)
    7-8 Very Good (2)
    6-7 Good (4)
    <6 Below Expectation (7)
    Time of the year
    Mar - May (1)
    Jun - Aug (0)
    Sep - Nov (8)
    Dec - Feb (7)

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    Showing 16 verified guest comments
    9.0
    Exceptional
    Boon from Singapore
    Solo traveler
    Dormitory - Fan
    Stayed 1 night in February 2015

    Clean”

    Clean, friendly staff and meet basic needs

    Very good

    Reviewed February 23, 2015

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    6.7
    Good
    Kenji from Japan
    Solo traveler
    Dormitory - Fan
    Stayed 1 night in December 2014

    Low cost hostel”

    Low Price, staff are friendly, and good security
    Reviewed January 05, 2015

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    8.0
    Excellent
    Mark from Singapore
    Solo traveler
    Dormitory - Fan
    Stayed 1 night in December 2014

    nice little gueshouse”

    value for money, friendly, and tidy

    Bathroom could use a little work. Dorm room is basic but with AC. Friendly staff. Good location with lots of restaurants and nightlife around. Probably the cheapest bed in JB!

    Reviewed December 26, 2014

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    4.7
    khaw from Malaysia
    Solo traveler
    Dormitory - Fan
    Stayed 1 night in December 2014

    Only first room are dorm for traveller”

    aircord, location, cheap price

    I stayed only one night. Noted that only the first dorm room are used as dorm for backpacker. There are only shared bathroom and toilet. And also, the last few rooms are occupied. So there will be lots of people going in and out to the room at night time. I was annoyed by the door opening sound. Also, the staff aware in the hostel but they allowed it to do business. There are reason why it is so cheap.

    Reviewed December 16, 2014

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    5.7
    Ivansius from Indonesia
    Solo traveler
    Dormitory - Fan
    Stayed 1 night in December 2014

    too far from the central of town”

    clean, cheap, n affordable
    Reviewed December 16, 2014

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    7.0
    Very good
    GAN from Malaysia
    Solo traveler
    Dormitory - Fan
    Stayed 1 night in September 2014

    Nice and cheap”

    Location

    Good

    Reviewed September 29, 2014

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    6.3
    Good
    Teh from Malaysia
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 2 nights in December 2013

    affordable, friendliness, eat & shop”

    clean, good customer service, surround by eating places

    Friendly environment, affordable, lots of eating place around. Will choose to stay in Superior room for the next round with bathroom attached.

    Reviewed December 25, 2013

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    4.7
    Angeline from Malaysia
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 1 night in December 2013

    The bed and bathroom was not clean. ”

    shops & staff

    The bed and bathroom was not clean. I found hairs and dust on the bed and the bathroom was smelly. Location was not easy to find because the advertisement board was located on top on the building and the names is small to read. Staff was friendly and fast checked in & out.

    Reviewed December 23, 2013

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    8.7
    Excellent
    Patrick from Canada
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 2 nights in November 2013

    Super friendly staff”

    The staff is great, there's a superb park about 5min walk away, there are 3 huge shopping centres all within 10mins of walking

    I stayed there longer than I was originally supposed to and I'm glad I did. I got the chance to meet the owner who is super cool. The staff is super helpful even tough they don't speak english very well, they will go out of their way to make you comfortable and help you out. The only downside I can think of is that it's far from downtown Johor Bahru. Once you get used to the public transport, it's no big deal though. I definitely recommend you stay at Sekai's if you happen to go through JB.

    Reviewed December 03, 2013

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    6.7
    Good
    Toshio from Japan
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 3 nights in September 2013

    Friendly Staff”

    Brand New, Friendly Staff, Close to Shopping Mall

    Hello Mr. Agoda. You tell lie again. You tell shower is inside the room, but it is share bathroom.

    Reviewed November 22, 2013

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    8.0
    Excellent
    Kwong from Malaysia
    Couple
    Stayed 2 nights in November 2013

    Attentive Staff. Centrally located-lots of shops.”

    Attentive Staff. Central Location. Value for money

    While views may varies from one traveller to another - my stay with Sekai was great - close to Legoland Theme & Water parks, close to Hello Kitty Theme building. Lots of foods outlets & major departmental stores/supermarkets near by. Guesthouse staff are helpful. Try book for the superior room (The one with attached toilet).

    Reviewed November 21, 2013

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    4.0
    sinjie from Malaysia
    Business traveler
    Dormitory - Fan
    Stayed 1 night in May 2013

    Very budget”

    Very budget
    Reviewed May 31, 2013

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    6.0
    igarashi from Japan
    Solo traveler
    Dormitory - Fan
    Stayed 2 nights in September 2014

    Wi-Fiが使えなかった”

    スタッフ親切、清潔、スーパーが近い

    国境近辺の栄えている所からタクシーで20分(15リンギット)くらいかかります。なのでアクセス自体は悪い。Wi-Fiが壊れていたので非常に困った。近くにはスーパーが何件かあるので生活面(Wi-Fiは困ったが)は困らないでしょう。目の前には日本料理店がありますし。オーナーらしき人はいろいろと気を遣ってくれたので、助かりました。

    Reviewed September 17, 2014

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    10.0
    Exceptional
    satoshi from Japan
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 1 night in November 2013

    とても親切なスタッフ”

    親切なスタッフと清潔なベッド

    マレーシアらしいゆるい感じの(笑)非常に親切なスタッフばかりです。またオーナーの奥さんが日本人だということでオーナーも少し日本語を話せます。すぐ近くにショッピングセンターがありレストランも 周りに沢山あるのでロケーションは良いです。今回は一人だったのでジョホールバルは一泊で移動してしまいましたが、次回は友達と来て国立公園まで足を伸ばしてもいいかなと思いました。 あと、同じ通りにある中華系のベジタリアンレストランはとても美味しくて安いのでおすすめです。

    Reviewed November 16, 2013

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    5.7
    SHUK from Hong Kong SAR, China
    Solo traveler
    Dormitory - Fan
    Stayed 3 nights in September 2014

    Sekai Guesthouse and ”

    平價,地點方便,環境不錯。
    Reviewed September 25, 2014

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    5.7
    DINH from Vietnam
    Solo traveler
    Stayed 5 nights in October 2014

    xa quá trung tâm”

    rẻ, thân thiện, đẹp

    hostel nay ưu điểm cao nhất là nhân viên nhiệt tình, vui vẻ, thân thiện. khuyết điểm lớn nhất là không có wifi, quá xa trung tâm nên khá tốn nhiều thời gian để di chuyển và tham quan. rất tiện lợi cho ai làm việc gần khu vực này, nhưng kg tiện cho du khách giá rẻ, phòng sạch. có máy lạnh nhưng máy kêu rất to nên không thể ngủ được khi máy hoạt động và mền thì rât mỏng nên lạnh

    Reviewed October 23, 2014

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