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Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Wonderful place, such friendly, helpful staff. The communal eating area has a lovely atmosphere. Rooms are very pleasant and comfortable."
United Kingdom
Elianne
The price is ฿579
฿703 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Front of property – evening/night
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (74 reviews)
"Great location for the sanctuaries, comfortable hotel with onsite restaurant. Hot showers and WiFi. "
United Kingdom
Hayley
The price is ฿1,974
฿2,209 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
2.5 star property
Sandakan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (222 reviews)
"Great rural hotel. Wonderful hosts and within easy walk of the sun bear and orangutan centres. Would highly recommend if you love quiet and nature "
United Kingdom
Delia
The price is ฿1,015
฿1,275 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Sepilok Jungle Resort
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Hotel Lutana

Hotel Lutana

Hotel Lutana
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (3 reviews)
"Fantastic"
Australia
George
The price is ฿379
฿487 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Hotel Lutana
Exterior
Sanbay Hotel

Sanbay Hotel

Sanbay Hotel
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (35 reviews)
"Good bang for your buck if you just need a quick night stay! Clean and easy check in process with nice helpful staff. "
United States
Kristy
The price is ฿609
฿796 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan
Sanbay Hotel
3 restaurants, breakfast served
The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel
3.0 star property
Sandakan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (56 reviews)
"A convenient hotel for a night before you head off on other adventures. "
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ฿1,759
฿1,977 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
The Elopura Hotel
Lobby
Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Hotel O Hotel Ramai
3.0 star property
Sandakan
The price is ฿446
฿559 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Hotel O Hotel Ramai
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
2.0 star property
Sandakan
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"This is a great hotel for the price. Near market and restaurants. Very friendly staff. Definitely recommend "
United States
Grant
The price is ฿1,030
฿1,190 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | View from room
Hotel O Ramai

Hotel O Ramai

Hotel O Ramai
2.5 star property
Sandakan
The price is ฿555
฿677 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Hotel O Ramai
Superior Suite | Desk, free WiFi
Hotel O London

Hotel O London

Hotel O London
2.0 star property
Sandakan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (22 reviews)
"Bathroom smelt awful, there was quite a lot of noise from outside, beds were uncomfortable but the staff were friendly and helpful and they have a water machine to refill water bottles"
United Kingdom
Emily
The price is ฿356
฿515 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hotel O London
Reception
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.4 out of 10, Good, (15 reviews)
"very good place to stay provided you have own transport"
Malaysia
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Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
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Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel

Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel

Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel
2.0 star property
Sandakan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"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 ฿683
฿849 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel
Front of property
Hotel O Malaysia Hotel

Hotel O Malaysia Hotel

Hotel O Malaysia Hotel
2.0 star property
Sandakan
The price is ฿422
฿533 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Hotel O Malaysia Hotel
Standard Double Room | Free WiFi
Hotel Western

Hotel Western

Hotel Western
2.0 star property
Sandakan
The price is ฿744
฿881 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Hotel Western
Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
2.0 star property
Sandakan
The price is ฿934
฿1,086 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Hotel Meliden
Front of property
RoomStay for 2 pax

RoomStay for 2 pax

RoomStay for 2 pax
2.0 star property
Sandakan
RoomStay for 2 pax
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (366 reviews)
"Spacious rooms, a number of choices for eating & drinking and early check in. The pool was also very good. "
Australia
Nicholas
The price is ฿3,048
฿3,369 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Bar (on property)
My Dream Hotel

My Dream Hotel

My Dream Hotel
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (40 reviews)
"If you don't mind of sharing toilet, the property is clean and acceptable standard"
Malaysia
Chung Fai
The price is ฿943
฿1,190 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
My Dream Hotel
Reception
The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (77 reviews)
"Love t room. Comfortable & clean"
Malaysia
Felicia
The price is ฿994
฿1,151 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Pavilion Hotel
Reception
Hotel Ramai

Hotel Ramai

Hotel Ramai
2.0 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
Malaysia
SYED
Hotel Ramai
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Stay near popular Sandakan attractions

An orangutan in a bizarre pose among the green leaves of a tree. The primate holds onto branches and a stretched rope with its paws and looks down. Malaysia. Borneo. Sandakan. Rehabilitation Centre

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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Rainforest Discovery Centre featuring cuddly or friendly animals and forests

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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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

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Convenient and close to Orangutans!!"
Andrew 1-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Sepilok Jungle Resort

More cheap stays in Sandakan

Hotel O Ramai

Hotel O Ramai

1, Jalan Leila, Bandar Leila, Sandakan Sabah
The price is ฿555 per night from 15 Jan to 16 Jan
฿555
฿677 total
15 Jan - 16 Jan
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 Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat. 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 73 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 Sandakan Memorial Park, Agnes Keith House and Japanese Cemetery 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 Pulau Selingan. 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.