About

Ijen Backpacker is a family run hostel located in Ketapang, Banyuwangi regency, just a 2-minute walk from the Train Station and a 4-minute walk from the Ferry Port. Ijen Backpacker attracts domestic and foreign tourists and is a great place to meet new friends, relax and join us in climbing to Mount Ijen Crater.
We offer affordable dorm beds and private rooms as well as excellent value backpacker package tours to the beautiful Mount Ijen. We provide complimentary drinking water, tea, and coffee. We can also help you book transport to your next destination.
Friendly and informative service is something you will not miss.
See our Instagram @ijenbackpacker for the latest updates. We look forward to meeting you!

***Property Terms and Conditions***
Free Cancellation: 1 day before arrival at no charge by the property.
Check-in starts at 14:00 pm.
Check- out Before 11:59 AM.
Payment on arrival: Cash Only.
Including tax.
Breakfast not included.
No curfew.
No smoking in the room, but has a smoking area.
Age restrictions: 18 years + (We do not accept customers younger than 18 years of age).
Reception working time: 24 hours.

House Rules

Check In

14:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 13:00

  • Taxes Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Internet Access
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Adaptors
  • Airport Transfers
  • Luggage Storage
  • Direct Dial Telephone
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Reviews

9.2Superb(304)
  • Value for Money
    9.5
  • Security
    9.0
  • Atmosphere
    9.5
  • Cleanliness
    9.5
  • Staff
    9.5
  • Location
    9.5
  • Facilities
    8.0
Summary of traveller reviews

Ijen Backpacker in Banyuwangi is praised for its incredibly friendly and helpful staff, who are great at organising tours, especially the Ijen hike. Its prime location near the ferry port and train station is a major plus. Guests also enjoyed the tasty breakfast and the social atmosphere, making it ideal for solo travellers and backpackers looking for a convenient base.

Stayed in Jul 2026
9.1
S
Sam
Male, 25-30, Ireland
Staff were amazing. Super helpful and incredibly lovely. Hostel acts mostly as a way for people to do Ijen and go to other cities and they do that very well! In my dorm the hot shower didn't always work and was the only slight negative! But you cannot fault the price or the quality of the staff.
Stayed in Jun 2026
9.7
G
Grace
Couple, 18-24, England
Amazingly friendly and helpful staff. Perfectly organised Ijen hike with enthusiastic guides. We came home from the hike to an incredible breakfast ready and waiting for us which was very appreciated. Super affordable. Cannot fault for the money at all
Stayed in Jun 2026
9.4
W
Wenna
Female, 25-30, Canada
Great location!! Perfect for travelers wanting to hike Mount Ijen. Their accommodation was clean comfortable and affordable. The Mount Ijen tour was great too, from12am to 7am and included a delicious breakFast.
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Location

Jl. St. II, Lkr. Kp. Baru, Bulusan, Kec. Kalipuro,, Kabupaten Banyuwangi, Jawa Timur, Banyuwangi, Indonesia
9.6km from city centre