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Sabah Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

Perched on top of a hill, this resort is surrounded by the tropical rainforests of Borneo.

M
Michael
From
United States
-buffet breakfast has so many options- delicious -room (non-renovated option) was large and clean -walking distance to Sandakan waterfront (15 min) -lovely pool area -on site restaurants -accommodating staff -you should stay here!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,755 reviews
Price from
$86.27
1 night, 2 adults

NEW Xing Yue Hotel 星悦自助酒店

Hotel in Sandakan

NEW Xing Yue Hotel 星悦自助酒店 is offering accommodations in Sandakan. The property has room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, the rooms come with a desk.

L
Low
From
Malaysia
Self check in, clean and quiet room. Location too is okay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews
Price from
$25.44
1 night, 2 adults

New YX oasis hotel 新悦喜雅居自助酒店

Hotel in Sandakan

New YX oasis hotel 新悦喜雅居自助酒店 is offering accommodations in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers free WiFi.

L
Lorenzo
From
Italy
Great hotel for a great price. Close to many restaurants, shops, pharamacy. Easy check-in, recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews
Price from
$19.05
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Prima

Hotel in Sandakan

Hotel Prima has accommodations in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has family rooms.

E
Emily
From
United States
Good location in an area with a grocery store and many restaurants. Everything you need close by for a short stay. The hotel was clean and adequate.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews
Price from
$35.15
1 night, 2 adults

Asia Hotel by AeCOTEL

Hotel in Sandakan

Asia Hotel by AeCOTEL has accommodations in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms. At the hotel, rooms come with a desk.

S
Shahirol
From
Malaysia
Very good place for stay, clean and safty
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
Price from
$20.95
1 night, 2 adults

The Elopura Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

The Elopura Hotel located on the East Coast of Sabah which also known as “Land below the Wind”. Elopura name itself was the first name of Sandakan when it was found by William B Prier back in 1879.

R
Rohana
From
Philippines
its clean and comfortable to stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,747 reviews
Price from
$28.84
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel O Esplanade

Hotel in Sandakan

Hotel O Esplanade is offering accommodations in Sandakan. With a shared lounge, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

r
rozit
From
Malaysia
Varieties of eateries TV channel..can watch all the Netflix channel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 136 reviews
Price from
$13.16
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel O London

Hotel in Sandakan

Hotel O London is offering accommodations in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

S
Sylvie
From
France
The location is perfect to explore the city. The beds and pillows are confortable. The man at reception is very nice and helpful. This hotel could be perfect if a little cleaner. The curtains were absolutely disgusting. That's too bad because there is a lot of positive things
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Fair - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews
Price from
$9.75
1 night, 2 adults

Labuk Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

Labuk Hotel is offering accommodations in Sandakan. The property has luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms have a desk.

R
RashidahR95
From
Malaysia
cleanliness and comfy bed and pillow
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 282 reviews
Price from
$28.50
1 night, 2 adults

The Pavilion Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

Located in Sabah, The Pavilion Hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Sandakan Airport. The hotel also offers a daily buffet breakfast and rooms with free wired internet access.

C
Chetan
From
India
Location, price and supportive staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 577 reviews
Price from
$34.20
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 105 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,755 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,747 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Sandakan

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel is located in Sandakan. With a terrace, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

From $59.41 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Susan Hotel Seafront is located in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

From $22.86 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Fair - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

SUSAN HOTEL SEAFRONT has accommodations in Sandakan. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.

From $30.86 per night

AeCOTEL

Hotel in Sandakan
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 873 reviews

AeCOTEL is a 2-star property located in Sandakan. The property provides airport transportation, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

From $19.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews

Hotel Sandakan is situated in the center of the city, only 220 yards from the Sulu seafront. It features 2 restaurants and offers free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.

From $52.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

Hotel City Star is located in Sandakan. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

From $18.73 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.3
Very Poor - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Hotel O Malaysia Hotel is located in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The hotel also provides free WiFi and free private parking.

From $36.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 848 reviews

Sandakan Backpackers Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and full-day security, along with free Wifi throughout the property.

From $21.38 per night

Budget hotels in Sandakan and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,747 reviews

The Elopura Hotel located on the East Coast of Sabah which also known as “Land below the Wind”. Elopura name itself was the first name of Sandakan when it was found by William B Prier back in 1879.

From $58.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Fair - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

Hotel O London is offering accommodations in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From $37.81 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,755 reviews

Perched on top of a hill, this resort is surrounded by the tropical rainforests of Borneo.

From $99.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides an elevator and full-day security for guests.

From $79.29 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Featuring a garden, Sandakan Blue Coastal Escape 蓝海岩栖 offers accommodations in Sandakan. This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking.

From $51.31 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 10
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms.

From $53.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Featuring a garden, #9 Luxury Homestay 2BR Sandakan's highest views features accommodations in Sandakan. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

From $65.58 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 54 reviews

Featuring a garden, Sandakan Homestay 3BedRoom 2Bath Joyful Cottage 喜悦小屋 For 5 guests provides accommodations in Sandakan.

From $78.04 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Sandakan and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews

A recently renovated apartment, Valerie Homestay offers accommodations in Sandakan. This apartment provides free private parking, an elevator, and free Wifi.

From $60.93 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 339 reviews

Livingston Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms in Sandakan. It features an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

From $69.26 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 577 reviews

Located in Sabah, The Pavilion Hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Sandakan Airport. The hotel also offers a daily buffet breakfast and rooms with free wired internet access.

From $38 per night

OYO 90514 Habeeb Lodge Sandakan is offering accommodations in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Sandakan Airport is 8.7 miles from the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

Alonto Hotel is offering accommodations in Sandakan. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

From $34.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Offering a garden, Proboscis Guest House Monthly provides accommodations in Sandakan. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

Providing a terrace, Sandakan Blue Coastal escape 蓝海岩栖 features accommodations in Sandakan. This guest house offers air-conditioned accommodations with a balcony.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews

This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. The accommodation offers an elevator and full-day security for guests.

FAQs about hotels in Sandakan

What Guests Said About Sandakan:

8.0

The old town looks old and worn.

The old town looks old and worn. Needs a coat of paint and touch up. Too many old and abandoned buildings but oh well, it’s the entrance town to get to the Kinabatangan for wildlife spotting and Sepilok for the Orang Utan and sun bears.
Guest review by
Monica
India
8.0

Important and interesting history related to the British...

Important and interesting history related to the British influence for town development; especially the story that unfolded and is memorialized about the war years and the sad fate of many Aust & Brit POW's and the of local Sabah supporters and underground. The history of extensive logging and use of timber was of professional interest to me as a forester. The brutal destruction of the timber buildings by the Japanese military was bad - and the gradual rebuild over following 10 -20 years is remarkable. Its notablel that the central city is declining due to lack of regular upgrade and maintenance, and influx of certain migrant groups and housing needs. Also notable that commercial business and new shops have expanded out into modernized precincts away from town centre. Proximity to Sepolik rainforest reserve and other wildlife conservation parks is great for travellers to eastern Sabah. Local malaysian people are friendly and easy to relat to in the main.
Guest review by
Peter
Australia
10

Our family went to Sandakan to do a 3D2N river experience.

Our family went to Sandakan to do a 3D2N river experience. We saw 4 of the big 5 Kinbatangan River has to offer - only the pygmy elephant remaining elusive. We booked our river experience through Seekie Sophie. This turned out to be amazing. The accommodation was great. Our family stayed in a 6-bed dorm with two other foreign girls. Following this we visited the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. This is a MUST DO! if you love wildlife. The Sun Bear Conservation Centre is across the road and is convenient to visit. Nice to walk through the jungle on the boardwalk but not an essential activity to do. It's more zoo-like and not my cup of tea really. If you only want to do these two activities, it is better to stay in Sepilok itself. I wish I had planned my trip better as I would have liked to have visited Turtle Islands National Park - you need to travel out there, stay a night and come back the following morning. I also would have liked to have visited Gomantong Caves. Both of these places were highly recommended by other travellers who had visited them. Sandakan is fairly central to all these places and Grab is a good way to get around. Be prepared for rough roads and crazy drivers on them. Adds to the adventure! Going to Sandakan is a bit like acting in your own Indiana Jones movie . . . If, like us, you take your children with you and you love Star Wars... check out The Skywalker Lounge at the Elopura hotel. The food is good with plenty of options, but it is the Star Wars figurines that are the coolest thing about this place.
Guest review by
Rebecca
New Zealand
10

Loved my stay in Sandakan, my accommodation was ideal for me...

Loved my stay in Sandakan, my accommodation was ideal for me and the location was perfect. There was so much more to explore but flight constraints limited my time there! Enjoyed some great seafood at the nearby restaurant on the water (Waterfront Seafood Restaurant), easy access to Sepilok for seeing orangutangs and sun bears. Pity my footwear was not suitable for visiting the RDC - note, to wear closed shoes and take mosquito repellant. And wish I could have done a trip to see the turtles. Use Grab taxis to get around. I would love to go back!!
Guest review by
Tracy Denise Lee
New Zealand
8.0

Sandakan has a fascinating history, particularly in regard...

Sandakan has a fascinating history, particularly in regard to WW2 - check out the POW Death Marches from Sandakan to Ranau and the bravery of Agnes Keith and her husband. Local people of all ethnicities, took enormous risks to help escaped POW's and to support those opposed to the Japanese invasion. Sim Sim is a 15 minute Grab drive away and we ate at Sim Sim 90 twice - the food and service was excellent. Cold beer is sold and there's a cooling breeze in the evenings. Sandakan is not a beautiful city these days but we found it interesting and well worth a visit. It is an excellent gateway to tours up the Kingabatangan River. Sepilok is hotter, and without a market or supermarket, but leafier and more relaxing.
Guest review by
JILL
Australia
6.0

The place is dirty, strong bad smell all over the area.

The place is dirty, strong bad smell all over the area. The only think that made our stay up was the visit at Sandakan Rainforest Park, though we didn't see that much animals there. We saw loads of pitcher plants
Guest review by
Maholy
Madagascar

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 637 reviews
Staff is nice, always smiling and asking if you need anything. But they are also shy and don't connect. We rented a car from Avis in Sandakan airport (158 RM per day) and drove to the lodge. Any small car can reach the lodge. There are some pot holes in some places but overall not too bad at all. On the way back we stopped at Sepilok to watch the morning feeding. Contact Avis but Whatsapp as they don't confirm booking.com reservations in a timely matter, +60-17-861-9451.
Guest review by
Nava
United States
From $31.99 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews
Overall, a decent hotel, perfectly comfortable with added extras in the rooms like a dental set, comb and slippers (though these things were not important to me). On the first and second floors there is hot and cold (warm) water for drinking. The location is good as the old town part of Sandakan is quite rundown and here you are closer to the airport and the road out to Sepilok. They kindly looked after my suitcase while I went to the Kinabatangan River for 2 nights.
Guest review by
Abigail
United Kingdom
From $133.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 693 reviews
A lovely hotel providing individual cabins surrounded by lush forest. The rooms were great. Clean and comfortable. Overlooking a wetland that provided night time frog choruses! Staff were friendly though many - especially in the restaurant - weren’t great at understanding English. But the staff were friendly and helpful. Close by are the orangutan and sun bear rescue centres while down the road is the rainforest discovery centre which does excellent night walks.
Guest review by
Alan
United Kingdom
From $26.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
I like this place very cheap if u book online and the room is big. Nice and clean... how many times already I stay here.. I'm very recommended this place , hotel very near to all restaurant Starbucks, mcd and bataras .. Next time when we go sandakan we actually book this hotel .
Guest review by
Johny
Malaysia
From $20.19 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews
Look, it is the best value for the price. You can see that it's not completely new, but you are in the center of Sandakan, everything is nearby - the market is just across the street and the hotel itself is basically at the waterfront.
Guest review by
javkovsky
Czech Republic