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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.

T
Terje Kask
From
Estonia
The hotel is very nice and clean. Service very good. The pool area is big enough and the water is pleasantly warm.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,720 reviews
Price from
US$89.75
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.

A
Alessia
From
Italy
The property was very clean and welcoming. The room was equipped with a good air conditioner, a comfortable bed, and a hot shower with easy temperature control. Like many Southeast Asian accommodations, the shower is located near the toilet, but the floor dries fairly quickly. The Wi-Fi worked well, allowing me to work and attend business calls without any issues. Self check-in with no staff on-site, but access was easy and the team is responsive via WhatsApp if needed. I recommend this accommodation because it's actually located in the more modern part of town, with all the necessary amenities nearby—supermarkets, restaurants, and cafes. The city center didn’t have much to offer in comparison
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 155 reviews
Price from
US$13.12
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.

P
Peter and Debbie
From
New Zealand
Great room and facilities. Loved the water cooler at the end of the corridor - so good to refill water bottles and not use the throwaway type!! Close to Sepilock and airport. Easy checkin and checkout. Many good restaurants and cafes nearby
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 560 reviews
Price from
US$22.95
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.

J
Jan
From
Germany
Comfortable rooms, reasonably close to the bus terminal (a few km away with Grab), many restaurants in the area
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 156 reviews
Price from
US$36.57
1 night, 2 adults

Dancenter Hotel O Ramai

Hotel in Sandakan

Dancenter Hotel O Ramai features accommodation in Sandakan. There is a terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a TV.

N
Nico
From
Luxembourg
My partner and I treasured our time at Dancenter Hotel O Ramai. The couple's mixology class, private beach cinema, and morning kayaking were highlights. Secure parking, surveillance systems, and staff training impressed us.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
Price from
US$17.75
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.

D
Dainius
From
Lithuania
I THINK IS THE ONLY ONE NORMAL HOTEL IN SND
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,752 reviews
Price from
US$30
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Hotel in Sandakan

Hotel O Hotel Ramai is located in Sandakan. This 3-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms.

S
Steven
From
Australia
My partner and I loved the intimate atmosphere at Hotel O Hotel Ramai. The balcony view was lovely, rooms were spotless, and staff discreetly ensured we had everything needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews
Price from
US$16.48
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel Premier Inn (Prima Square)

Hotel in Sandakan

Hotel Premier Inn (Prima Square) offers free WiFi and rooms with air conditioning in Sandakan. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

J
Jian Howe
From
Australia
Great hotel - super clean. Very comfortable stay - highly recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 107 reviews
Price from
US$22.98
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, 140 reviews
Price from
US$22.76
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, 229 reviews
Price from
US$20.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,720 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 560 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 582 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,752 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews

Best hotels with breakfast in Sandakan and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 686 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$46.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,752 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$60.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,720 reviews

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

From US$99.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

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

From US$63.38 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 335 reviews

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

From US$69.38 per night

Situated in Bandar Indah, Lankayan Island Dive Resort has a garden, terrace, restaurant, and free WiFi throughout the property. At the resort, rooms include a balcony.

From US$426.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 582 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$39.54 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.

Budget hotels in Sandakan and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 38 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$57.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews

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

From US$44.15 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
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$71.30 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

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$53.37 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 6 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$68.22 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 56 reviews

Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony, Sandakan Homestay 3BedRoom 2Bath Joyful Cottage 喜悦小屋 For 5 guests is situated in Sandakan.

From US$81.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

Sandakan Homestay Coastal Serenity 山海绿栖 is located in Sandakan. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.

From US$69.87 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

Located in Sandakan in the Sabah region, New homestay Window to the Ocean 3Room2Bath 云海之窗 has a garden. The property features city views.

From US$93.19 per night

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$23.78 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.7
Poor - What previous guests thought, 14 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$32.11 per night

AeCOTEL

Hotel in Sandakan
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 890 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$21.55 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$33.76 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 833 reviews

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

From US$22.24 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

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

From US$19.64 per night

Hotel Western features accommodation in Sandakan. The 1-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a kettle.

From US$30.42 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 4.0
Disappointing - What previous guests thought, 16 reviews

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

From US$36.03 per night

FAQs about hotels in Sandakan

What guests said about Sandakan:

10

It's a beautiful and comfortable place with lots of...

It's a beautiful and comfortable place with lots of activities for nature lovers. It was perfect for working remotely and exploring. The facilities in the city are great; you can find good restaurants to eat at and have good connectivity. And can always escape to some natural reserve or beach to be in touch with nature.
Guest review by
Marisú
Peru
10

sandakan is fun. make sure to visit rainforest discovery...

sandakan is fun. make sure to visit rainforest discovery centre, sepilok orang utan sanctuary and the sunbear sanctuary. didnt expect so many cafe that serve their own specialty coffee. 1# coffee is the name of the shop and a very good place to blast away that coffee urge. sandakan is abit crowded with people that im not sure local but overall it was a good adventure.
Guest review by
chong
Malaysia
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

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 612 reviews
The staff was/is extremely friendly and helpful as someone already mentioned 12 out of 10 in the ranking. Bobot our guide needs a special mentioning, very knowledgeable about the animals, and a fun person to be with. The driver to got us to the Lodge SAHA, already explained a lot about Sabah and the Lodge, very helpful. It should be mentioned, you are in a Lodge in the middle of nowhere, don't expect.a 5star Hotel
Guest review by
Herbert
Austria
From US$46.95 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 686 reviews
Very light, spacious and comfortable room. Good buffet breakfast served and included in the price. Very kind and helpful staff, particularly Neil and Emma at reception and Marianna from housekeeping. Great ambassadors for Sandakan. Would definitely recommend this hotel for anyone coming to Sandakan.
Guest review by
Peter
United Kingdom
From US$99.44 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,720 reviews
was recommended this place by a local guide as the only hotel with a pool in Sandakan. Room price was very fair and the pool did not disappoint, staff were nice and helpful. lovely reception and garden area.
Guest review by
van Tongeren
Netherlands
From US$34.07 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 57 reviews
Central location near public transport made exploring easy. Dancenter Hotel O Ramai staff provided helpful local tips and the area felt very safe at night.
Guest review by
Pipaluk
Greenland
From US$60.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,752 reviews
Great location and breakfast, super recommended for a stay in Sandakan. The hotel is new and well maintained, our room was clean.
Guest review by
Chiara
Italy