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Top 10 Sandakan hotels and places to stay

Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Sepilok Jungle Resort
Sepilok Jungle Resort
2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (221)
"Orangutan sanctuary and sun bear sanctuary were in walking distance from our resort, which was great. It allowed us to spend the whole day there. A must place to stay to see the orangutans."
Australia
Edward
The price is ฿1,013
฿1,272 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Sepilok Jungle Resort
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (357)
"Great hotel"
United States
Zachary
The price is ฿2,883
฿3,190 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Outdoor dining
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (82)
"Authentic place. Very nice staff. Free shuttle to the parks. 4-5 dishes to choose from on the menu. "
Denmark
Lykke Christel
The price is ฿578
฿702 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Gift shop
The Elopura Hotel
The Elopura Hotel
3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (54)
"Great location, friendly helpful staff and good value."
Australia
Karen
The Elopura Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (73)
"we arrived in carpark with cases, expected to carry up long stairway, or roll up side ramp. impossible with 2 cases each. nowhere to sit outside, 1 chair per chalet outside, long uphill walk to reception, then down stairs to carpark to get to restaurant. food limited menu, breakfast buffet awful, mostly cold. what food they had in restaurant was cheap, we are both over 60 and would not return.only hot water if suns out. "
United Kingdom
debbie
The price is ฿2,058
฿2,300 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
Lobby
Livingston Hotel
Livingston Hotel
3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (153)
"Probably this is the best hotel In Sandakan that I have stayed."
Australia
Frank
The price is ฿1,588
฿1,951 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Livingston Hotel
Reception
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
3.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (15)
"The staff was very nice but it's in an inconvenient area, the room had a lot of bugs and the amenities like the WiFi, AC and refrigerator did not work very well"
United States
John
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
Exterior
Hotel O Ramai
Hotel O Ramai
2.5 star property
The price is ฿432
฿544 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hotel O Ramai
Reception
Hotel O Hotel Ramai
Hotel O Hotel Ramai
3.0 star property
The price is ฿382
฿489 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel O Hotel Ramai
Basic Double Room | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hotel Lutana
Hotel Lutana
2.5 star property
The price is ฿314
฿416 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hotel Lutana
Deluxe Double Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel
Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel
2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"For the area of Sandakan that this hotel is in this is a pretty good option if you really have to stay here! I would not recommend the area at all. The staff here were very attentive and friendly. The room was adequate but the pillows were horrendous! Just lumpy lumps of hard sponge! The shower and sink use a pump system which was not smooth at all and you either had a ‘power’ shower or a trickle. The hotel is near the Central Market, Harbour Mall & the promenade plus local shops but don’t get...
United Kingdom
C
The price is ฿820
฿1,004 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel
Triple Room, 3 Single Beds | Room amenity
The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Für eine Nacht war es ok. Das Bett war bequem. Und es war ruhig. Allerdings gab es Kakerlaken im Zimmer, was bei dieser hohen Luftfeuchtigkeit aber leider relativ normal ist. das Preisleistungsverhältnis ist gut."
Switzerland
David
The price is ฿669
฿799 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains
Hotel Meliden
Hotel Meliden
2.0 star property
The price is ฿938
฿1,090 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Meliden
Front of property – evening/night
The Pavilion Hotel
The Pavilion Hotel
3.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (77)
"The rooms and hotel facilities were very dirty. Carpets haven’t been vacuumed in weeks, the glasses were dirty the bed head was stained. "
Australia
Dirk
The price is ฿992
฿1,149 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
The Pavilion Hotel
Interior
Hotel O London
Hotel O London
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (21)
"Room smelt awful, the paint was peeling, blanket was worn and dirty, and the blinds were also torn and filthy. On the plus side, the aircon and shower worked."
United Kingdom
Imre
The price is ฿398
฿567 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel O London
View from room
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10)
"Great location, hellful staff"
United Kingdom
KONRAD
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
Lobby
THE HOTEL
THE HOTEL
2.5 star property
5.0 out of 10, (2)
"Filthy… beds have yellow spots that are like pee all over. Nothing like the pictures. Cleaned Bathroom looks like only splashed with water. "
United States
Joyce
THE HOTEL
Deluxe Triple Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hotel O Esplanade
Hotel O Esplanade
2.0 star property
4.8 out of 10, (3)
"I booked for my father. He said that the room soooooo narrow and smells bad. He doesn’t have a pleasant stay for the night and he don’t want to stay anymore at this hotel. He also mentioned, he told the reception that he will leaving early, and the receptionist overslept and took few minutes to woke them up. Terrible. "
Malaysia
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿405
฿576 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel O Esplanade
Executive Double Room | View from room
My Dream Hotel
My Dream Hotel
3.0 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (40)
"Hot water system is a mess. No hot water, not even cold water "
Malaysia
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿941
฿1,187 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
My Dream Hotel
Deluxe Twin Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, desk, free WiFi
Sandakan Inn
Sandakan Inn
2.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (3)
"I left and forfeited my two night paid reservation. It was that bad. "
United States
Robert
The price is ฿533
฿653 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Sandakan Inn
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Stay near popular Sandakan attractions

Rainforest Discovery Centre

4.5/5 (29 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Rainforest Discovery Centre, a lovely green space in Sepilok. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

4.5/5 (61 reviews)
Watch as a community of orphaned orangutans play in the trees above you at this sanctuary.
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Learn more about Sandakan

Begin your day at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, where you'll see these endangered primates swing through the trees during feeding times. Explore the Australian War Memorial and Agnes Keith House before taking a boat to spot proboscis monkeys in the mangroves of Kinabatangan River.

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Sandakan featuring a park, a city and general coastal views

Top Sandakan Hotel Reviews

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful place, such friendly, helpful staff. The communal eating area has a lovely atmosphere. Rooms are very pleasant and comfortable."
Elianne 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

More cheap stays in Sandakan

Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden

One Avenue, Batu 6, Jalan Utara, Lot 110, Blk J, Bandar Utama,, Sandakan, Sabah
The price is ฿938 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿938
฿1,090 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Sandakan?
Sabah Hotel Sandakan is a favourite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Other top choices based on reviews include The Elopura Hotel and Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok). See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Sandakan.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Sandakan has to offer?
Sandakan Hill Terrace 3: This highly rated holiday home rental in Sandakan is equipped with a terrace, air conditioning and laundry facilities to help you feel comfortable during your stay. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchenette with a full-sized fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Sandakan.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sandakan, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Sandakan.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Sandakan?
Based on our traveller reviews, Sandakan Backpackers Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Sandakan.
What's the best family accommodation in Sandakan?
Sabah Hotel Sandakan is a hotel with a children's pool and 3 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. 2 Inn 1 Boutique Hotel & Spa is another good choice for your child-friendly holiday. Also, attractions such as Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre and Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Sandakan.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Sandakan?
Sepilok Jungle Resort is a top resort with a children's pool, an outdoor pool and free WiFi. View all hotels with pools in Sandakan.
What's it like staying in Sandakan?
Visitors to Sandakan will definitely enjoy the rainforests, seaside and temples. Welcoming and walkable, this city also attracts tourists with its local tours. In Sandakan, there are 71 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Sandakan.
What is there to see in Sandakan?
Attractions such as Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Kinabatangan Jungle Camp are fun for children of all ages. Landmarks like Libaran Island Jetty, Agnes Keith House and Sandakan Memorial Park might be worth a visit. The rainforest and forests highlight the natural beauty with places to discover including Rainforest Discovery Centre, Turtle Islands Park and Sandakan Rainforest Park. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Sandakan guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Sandakan?
The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 26°C. The snowiest months in Sandakan are April, May, August and July, with each month seeing an average of 211 cm of snowfall.

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