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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.

V
Vladimira
From
Slovakia
An ideal place for relaxation.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,758 reviews
Price from
US$85.87
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 accommodation in Sandakan. The accommodation offers room service and free WiFi throughout the property.

N
NINI FLORINCE
From
Malaysia
The property provide all the basic needs for the visitor and also the property is clean which is recommended and will repeat again
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
Price from
US$25.32
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 located in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers free WiFi. At the hotel, every room is equipped with a wardrobe.

M
Maxwell
From
Malaysia
Super cozy, very new and clean. Self check-in and checkout. Steady WiFi, good lounge music, free water refills, good water pressure, comfy bed, basic furnishing and clean toilet..
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews
Price from
US$18.96
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Prima

Hotel in Sandakan

Hotel Prima features accommodation in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

S
Sherman
From
United Kingdom
Staff is excellent, helpful in every sense. For directions, the host gives an excellent help also provide information for places to visit. 100% trusted
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 145 reviews
Price from
US$34.99
1 night, 2 adults

Asia Hotel by AeCOTEL

Hotel in Sandakan

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

H
Hannah
From
United Kingdom
- staff prompt and responsive on What’s app 24/7 - hot powerful shower - nice clean room and comfy bed - good aircon and wifi
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews
Price from
US$20.85
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 Pryer back in 1879.

M
MarikaJ
From
Australia
This was just a stop over on the way to Sabah so we only stayed one night but the hospitality we were greeted with was exceptional and the breakfast buffet in the morning was absolutely delicious. It was really nice to be looking out over the Hard Rock Cafe as well and the dinner here was excellent also. We had a room with a view of the ocean which was also amazing for such an affordable hotel. We had a wonderful stay and thank you to all the staff for their wonderful hospitality. We hope to return again one day :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,748 reviews
Price from
US$28.70
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel O Esplanade

Hotel in Sandakan

Hotel O Esplanade is located in Sandakan. With a shared lounge, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. At the hotel, each room comes with a wardrobe.

K
Keng Hui
From
Malaysia
Newly reno spacious n clean room with quality comfy beds. Water pressure n temperature are just nice. Good value for the price paid.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 135 reviews
Price from
US$13.10
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel O London

Hotel in Sandakan

Hotel O London is set in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

N
Nur
From
Malaysia
receptionist very lovely and nice
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews
Price from
US$9.70
1 night, 2 adults

Labuk Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

Labuk Hotel offers accommodation in Sandakan. The accommodation provides luggage storage space and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, rooms have a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

M
MOHD IZUAN NIZAM
From
Malaysia
The room was big and clean.bed so comfortable. The hotel provided basic toiletries. It's okay for me. Friendly staffs.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 283 reviews
Price from
US$28.37
1 night, 2 adults

The Pavilion Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

Situated 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.

M
MOHD IZUAN NIZAM
From
Malaysia
The room is big, clean and comfortable. Near restaurants, self laundry service and etc.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 575 reviews
Price from
US$34.04
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,756 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,748 reviews

Budget hotels in Sandakan and nearby

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

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

From US$62.70 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews

Hotel Sandakan is situated in the city centre, only 200 metres from the Sulu seafront. It features two restaurants and offers free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.

From US$52.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,748 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 Pryer back in 1879.

From US$58.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

Hotel O London is set in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

From US$41.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,756 reviews

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

From US$96.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Featuring a garden, pool with a view and sea views, Super Comfort 2R2B Luxury Seaview Sandakan is located in Sandakan. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$78.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

Situated in Sandakan in the Sabah region, #9 Luxury Homestay 2BR Sandakan's highest views features a garden. This apartment features free private parking and full-day security.

From US$65.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Boasting a sauna, Sandakan Blue Coastal Escape 蓝海岩栖 is situated in Sandakan. This apartment features free private parking and a lift.

From US$51.06 per night

Best hotels with breakfast in Sandakan and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

A recently renovated apartment, Valerie Homestay offers accommodation in Sandakan. This apartment provides free private parking, a lift and free WiFi.

From US$60.64 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews

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

From US$68.94 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 576 reviews

Situated 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 US$37.83 per night

OYO 90514 Habeeb Lodge Sandakan is offering accommodation in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Sandakan Airport is 14 km from the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.2
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

Hotel City Star is situated 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.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

Set in Sandakan in the Sabah region, Proboscis Guest House Monthly features a balcony and sea views. 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

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a pool with a view, mountain view and a balcony, Sandakan Blue Coastal escape 蓝海岩栖 is located in Sandakan.

Hotels located in the centre of Sandakan

Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Susan Hotel Seafront is offering accommodation 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 US$22.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

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

From US$30.72 per night

AeCOTEL

Hotel in Sandakan
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 872 reviews

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

From US$19.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 2.3
Very poor - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

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

From US$38.60 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 850 reviews

Located in Sandakan, Sandakan Backpackers Hostel provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property features city views.

From US$21.28 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 241 reviews

AeCOTEL Mingle Hostel is located in Sandakan. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a shared lounge and organising tours for guests.

From US$20.43 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 605 reviews

Marine Bay Hotel features accommodation in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

From US$20.09 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

A recently renovated apartment located in Sandakan, Livable Homestay features a garden. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$58.09 per night

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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From US$20.09 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
From US$31.84 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 528 reviews
Been staying here for few times already and the room is very clean and comfortable! Easy to check in and out. Really love the hotel environment! Will be staying here a lot in the future-! One of my fav hotel in Sandakan!
Guest review by
Vhielcey
Malaysia
From US$96.35 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,756 reviews
i like the breakfast especially the breads ❤️!! the staf so friendly! definitely i will stay at sabah hotel for my own vacation 😍
Guest review by
Juliana
Malaysia
From US$19.40 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 872 reviews
To an extent, the hotel was exactly as expected: Cheap, with a room in line with the price. It was not unclean.
Guest review by
Leslie
Singapore
From US$52.01 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 661 reviews
1st time to sandakan...so just selected an hotel....everything was ok
Guest review by
Muhammad Helmi
Malaysia