Hotels in Sandakan

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Jan 11 - Jan 12

Tomorrow

Jan 12 - Jan 13

Next weekend

Jan 16 - Jan 18

In two weeks

Jan 23 - Jan 25

Where to stay in Sandakan?

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sandakan

CNY283 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 20 - Jan 21

3 restaurants, breakfast served

The Elopura Hotel

Sandakan

CNY438 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 10 - Feb 11

Exterior

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Sandakan

CNY156 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sandakan

CNY747 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 13 - Jan 14

Front of property - evening/night

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Sandakan

CNY490 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

Reception

The Pavilion Hotel

Sandakan

CNY255 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

Exterior

Sanbay Hotel

Sandakan

CNY177 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

Lobby

Livingston Hotel

Sandakan

Reception

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Sandakan

Executive Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Individually furnished, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Hotel Meliden

Sandakan

CNY241 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Superior Suite | Desk, free WiFi

Hotel O London

Sandakan

CNY114 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Bar (on property)

My Dream Hotel

Sandakan

CNY264 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

Sandakan

CNY264 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Deluxe Suite | Minibar, desk, free WiFi

Sandakan Inn

Sandakan

CNY140 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

Reception

THE HOTEL

Sandakan

Standard Double Room | Free WiFi

Hotel Western

Sandakan

CNY195 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

Front of property

Hotel O Malaysia Hotel

Sandakan

CNY118 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Hotel O Ramai

Sandakan

CNY143 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Reception

Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel

Sandakan

CNY188 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Exterior

Hotel Lutana

Sandakan

CNY108 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13

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You can also stay at family-friendly hotels in Sandakan

Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sandakan

CNY747 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 13 - Jan 14

Reception

Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel

Sandakan

CNY188 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

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Go beyond your typical stay in Sandakan

Family friendly

Our prices for hotels in Sandakan are cheapest in September

Top landmarks in Sandakan

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)

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, located 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from central Sepilok. If you have fun at Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, you'll love Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre, just a short walk away.

Rainforest Discovery Centre featuring cuddly or friendly animals and forests

Rainforest Discovery Centre

4.5/5 (29 reviews)

If you like spending time outside, why not spend the afternoon at Rainforest Discovery Centre, a park in the heart of Sepilok. Our travelers also like this walkable area for its restaurants. If you like Rainforest Discovery Centre, you'll love Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Rainforest Park, both just a short drive away.

Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre

4.5/5 (36 reviews)

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a trip to Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre, located 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from central Sepilok. If you have fun at Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre, you'll love Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, just a short walk away.

Learn more about Sandakan

Sandakan is well-known for its seaside and temples while attractions include Sandakan Harbour Mall and Sandakan Memorial Park. This welcoming city has something for everyone including sights like Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre and Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre.

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Sandakan showing a city, a park and general coastal views

Check out reviews of Sandakan hotels guests love

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel. Lovely peaceful room. Staff very helpful"

The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel

6/10 Okay

"It was only a brief stopover before a river cruise so didn't expect much and I guess it met expectations. Area around the hotel was a little dirty and there wasn't much to walk to. Hotel room was basic (fine) and the sheets and floor were clean. Bathroom wasn't as clean. Had a TV but it came with a 2 prong plug ??? Which makes no sense when its a 3 prong country! Breakfast very limited for western palate - no fruit or breaded things apart from toast. Overall as expected - not sure it's 3 star though "

Sanbay Hotel

Sanbay Hotel

6/10 Okay

"This is an old hotel, it used to be one of the best hotels in Sandakan before. Now I saw the building itself is outstanding there but I also realized that the quality of their service and maintenance are not perfect anymore because of recession by the pandemic. One of the reasons why I decided this hotel for staying, the review mentions a " nice breakfast". But they don't have it now. Regarding amenities like a shampoo and toilet rolls, it requires payment if you get extra. I stayed 2nights 3days, so I was wondering If I should buy some. These are the things uncomfortable part staying this hote. However, this hotel fee is cheap and stuffs are friendly. I have no complaints."

Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We have never been to an area like this before and came because of the wildlife and culture. Sepilok Forest Edge Resort provided both. We were so impressed with the friendliness of the staff, the way Sepilok invites you into their culture and the way the lodge was built with the environment in mind. "

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Sandakan?

You can discover great hotels in Sandakan from CNY108 with properties to suit all budgets and needs. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel is one low-cost option that's popular with our travelers. To find an affordable hotel in Sandakan that meets all of your requirements, just apply filters on Hotels.com and sort hotels by "Price: low to high".

How can I find deals and earn rewards at Sandakan hotels?

Discover great deals on Sandakan hotel stays with Hotels.com. You can also look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season to find off-peak deals. If it's a spontaneous trip, check out our last-minute deals on Sandakan hotels.

Can I book Sandakan hotels with free cancellation?

In order to book a refundable Sandakan hotel, simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". Many hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.

What are some of the best hotels in Sandakan for couples?

Choose a top-rated Sandakan romantic hotel and enjoy your couple's getaway. Our travelers love Sabah Hotel Sandakan, a hotel with 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool. Another romantic hotel with top reviews is Sanbay Hotel. This hotel offers a restaurant for a perfect stay. Use the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and select "Adults only" or "Romantic" to find even more hotels in Sandakan for couples on Hotels.com.

What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Sandakan?

One of the best Sandakan hotels for kids is Sabah Hotel Sandakan. Sabah Hotel Sandakan is a kid-friendly hotel with a guest score of 8.6 out of 10 offering family-friendly amenities like an outdoor pool and a hot tub, plus free cribs in guestrooms. Explore more kid-friendly hotels in Sandakan by using our "Family friendly" filter in your search on Hotels.com.

What are the top Sandakan hotels with a pool?

For a little extra luxury, discover some of the best Sandakan hotels with a pool. Sepilok Forest Edge Resort is a great hotel with a pool and a guest rating of 8.8 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its restaurant and coffee shop/cafe. Sabah Hotel Sandakan is a popular hotel that features an outdoor pool and a children's pool along with a hot tub and a pool-view restaurant. You can select "Pool" in the "Amenities" filter of your search on Hotels.com to find even more places to stay in Sandakan with a pool.

What are some of the best Sandakan hotels with free parking?

If you're exploring by car, finding a great Sandakan hotel with free parking is a win. Our travelers' favorites include:

Sepilok Nature Resort: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.4 out of 10
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort: A hotel with an average guest rating of 8.8
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok): A lodge with an average guest rating of 8.8

What are some popular hotels in central Sandakan?

If you're looking for hotels in central Sandakan, check out Sabah Hotel Sandakan and The Elopura Hotel. Travelers love Sabah Hotel Sandakan for its location, as well as the outdoor pool, children's pool and hot tub this hotel offers. The Elopura Hotel is another popular central hotel with an ocean-view restaurant and a gym, plus down comforters in the guestrooms.

What accommodations do travelers like in Sandakan?

Sabah Hotel Sandakan, The Elopura Hotel and Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat are all properties that our guests really like.

Where can I find free parking at my hotel in Sandakan?

Park your car for free at these properties: Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan, Hotel Lutana and Super OYO 90602 Hotel Hsiang Garden.

Can I book refundable accommodations in Sandakan?

If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Sandakan, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

Where can I stay in Sandakan if I want a budget-friendly accommodation?

Hotel Meliden, Hotel O Ramai and The Pavilion Hotel are a few accommodations you might want to consider that'll save you money.

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