Enjoy your visit to Sandakan with a stay at Ormond Sandakan. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 3 restaurants or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include an outdoor pool and a snack bar/deli.
St Michael's & All Angels Church - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Agnes Keith House - 15 min walk - 1.1 km
Japanese Cemetery - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
Getting around
Sandakan (SDK) - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Siang Siang Restaurant - 3 min walk
Kedai Makan King Cheong - 3 min walk
McDonald's - 1 min drive
D'Beach - 2 min walk
Zus Coffee - 2 min walk
About this property
Ormond Sandakan
Enjoy your visit to Sandakan with a stay at Ormond Sandakan. After visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can grab a bite to eat at one of the 3 restaurants or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include an outdoor pool and a snack bar/deli.
At a glance
Hotel size
299 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–10:30 AM
3 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Fitness center
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Room amenities
Be entertained
65-inch flat-screen TV
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi (speed of 25+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MYR 78 per person
Policies
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Ormond Sandakan?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Ormond Sandakan?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Ormond Sandakan?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Ormond Sandakan?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Ormond Sandakan and nearby?
Ormond Sandakan has an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Are there restaurants at or near Ormond Sandakan?
Yes, there are 3 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Ormond Sandakan like?
Ormond Sandakan is a short 1-minute walk from Sandakan Harbour Mall and 17 minutes' walk from Agnes Keith House.
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Reviews
Ormond Sandakan Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.4
Amenities
10
Staff & service
9.4
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The pool was described as perfect, exquisite, and stunning with great views and a delicious poolside bar menu. (9 reviews)
The restaurant offered delicious food, especially dinner, and a lovely atmosphere. (5 reviews)
This hotel is great for the area and the security is excellent so it felt very safe.
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 18, 2026
Although this is only given 4 stars, I would say this is more of a 5 star hotel. The rooms are clean with comfortable beds, the staff are friendly and helpful, the restaurant food is delicious (particularly dinner) and the roof top pool/ bar is stunning and very hip with panoramic views of Sandakan and the sea.
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 6, 2026
The pool area was amazing, and the bar was great in the evening with live music. You can't call a grab to the hotel entrance which was a bit of an inconvenience.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2026
We stayed for one night in early June, the hotel was bright, fresh and modern.
The location is right in the centre of Sandakan and a useful base to explore.
We had an evening meal at the restaurant which was better than average and reasonably priced. Breakfast was ok, they could have more on offer but what they did they did well.
Overall I would stay again.
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 19, 2026
Stunning hotel on the waterfront in Sandakan. Fantastic view from the room over the ocean, and the infinity pool - sunsets from here are spectacular. Staff are all so friendly, welcoming and helpful. Beds are incredibly comfortable, rooms are airy, light and large. Mocktails from the poolside bar are delicious!
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2026
First time in Sandakan and it was such a refreshing stay before heading to Kinabatangan. What really stood out was the warm, attentive, and informative staff who made everything so easy and welcoming. I also absolutely loved the pool, perfect for unwinding after a day out. A comfortable experience overall!
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 14, 2026
What an incredible stay! Thank you so much to the doorman (sorry i didn't get your name), Syafina and Azizan.
Thank you for making my short stay so memorable.
The hotel was spotless, the attention to detail by housekeeping was wonderful. I loved the pool and the food and I wish I could have stayed longer.
I loved the map which came with the keycard that mapped the Sandakan heritage trail, which I followed and had a great day trip. If you're staying in Sandakan and want a piece of luxury and to watch an amazing sunrise and sunset this hotel is the place for you.
Thank you so much!
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2026
Rooms are clean and nicely appointed with great views and strong A/C. No hallway or elevator air conditioning so temps run warm. Pool is exquisite and pool bar has great menu.
Hotel only reopened under new flagship in recent months after 7 year closure (was a Sheraton before). Some areas still under renovation but this is the best property in Sandakan by a long shot. Italian restaurant is coming.
Buffet breakfast was just OK. Not many gluten free options and hot food was luke warm at best.
Hotel is attached to the mall which is convenient.
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2026
Friendly staff and nice pool!
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2026
Excellent staff and service. Best place to stay.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2026
The best part of our stay was waking up to the magnificent view from our window. We had no problem getting a taxi to the Sepilok attractions and while the city center is a little worn, there is great food there.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2026
Great room, stunning pool and views. Food was also tasty! Don’t need to leave the hotel if you don’t want to.
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 17, 2026
Loved it. An oasis. Great pool. Amazing views
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 29, 2026
Property is centrally located within the city center. Nice view, spacious and clean room. Staff are extreme friendly too.
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10/10 Exceptional
May 3, 2026
Top class hotel, fabulous views. Limited vegan menus are my only criticism
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8/10 Very good
Apr 23, 2026
Formally four points, first time in ormond group , not too bad , but no cotton buds as a basic needs
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8/10 Very good
Jul 17, 2026
Fint hotel med gode faciliteter (fitness, restaurant mm). Morgenmaden var lidt kedelig
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8/10 Very good
Jul 12, 2026
Nyere lækkert hotel. Værelserne er rene og rare at være i. Personalet er utroligt hjælpsomt og søde i deres væremåde. Poolen kunne trænge til en rens, da den fremstår grøn og ikke ren.
Toiletterne har svært ved at trække ud på nogle værelser.
Absolut bedste sted at sove, spise og generelt opholde sig i Sandakan!
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8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2026
Pænt, nyere hotel med flotte værelser. Hotellet ligger i det centrale Sandakan oven på et center.
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8/10 Very good
May 7, 2026
Super schöner Pool mit bequemen Liegen. Lage optimal. Frühstücksbuffet war gut aber nicht herausragend.