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1. Hello Kitty Signature Suite

Hello Kitty Signature Suite
3.5 star property
Sandakan
6.8 out of 10, 6, (6 reviews)
"Overall okay. Only thing is the master bedroom aircon which takes awhile to fix. Owner very responsive and provided welcome drinks when arrived. The area is good and quite close to shops. Good to have a car though."
Malaysia
Zoe
The price is ₹4,342
₹5,382 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Hello Kitty Signature Suite
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

2. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
9.6 out of 10, 39, (39 reviews)
"Great stay, helpful staff and the restaurant was lovely too."
United Kingdom
Sarah-Jayne
The price is ₹6,500
₹7,306 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Ormond Sandakan
A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.

3. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, 386, (386 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United Kingdom
Holly
The price is ₹7,132
₹7,938 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.

4. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
2.5 star property
Sandakan
7.6 out of 10, 242, (242 reviews)
"Property was close to orangutan and sunbeam sanctuary - within walking distance. Room has all you need. The banana cafe has delicious food. Highly recommend!"
United States
Natalie
The price is ₹3,382
₹4,226 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Sepilok Jungle Resort
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

5. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, 100, (100 reviews)
"Super cute and tranquil place; staff are so warm and welcoming, views are unmatched, and food is amazing. They run a free shuttle bus to everything around the area 3 times a day and also easy to walk. Nice spot to go on runs - I ran to the market in the morning that has some amazing vintage shopping there. Would highly recommend!"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is ₹2,130
₹2,539 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.

6. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, 81, (81 reviews)
"Clean room, extremely helpful staff, good location in walking distance to the orangutan nursery and the rain forest discovery centre. Excellent food at the restaurant."
Malaysia
Danielle
The price is ₹5,490
₹6,213 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
A wooden pathway leading to a small wooden cabin with a covered porch, surrounded by dense greenery.

7. Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan)

Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan)
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabatangan
7.2 out of 10, 9, (9 reviews)
"Dejligt ophold, fantastisk team. Gode river cruises. Dejlig mad, der blev taget hensyn til særlige kost. Alt er med i prisen også 3 flod sejlture og 2 jungle walk. God service. Flinke, hjælpsomme og opmærksomme personale. Lidt svært at finde, Send besked på WhatsApp telefonnummer via Hotels er ikke korrekt fandt det rigtige på Google Maps. +60 13-863 6263 Fik videoguide og båden ankom straks efter vi ankom til bådebroen."
Denmark
Helle Sylvest
Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan)
A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

8. Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Sepilok Forest Edge Resort
3.0 star property
Sandakan
8.8 out of 10, 117, (117 reviews)
"Very close to the Orangutang sanctuary so perfect for what we wanted breakfast was very nice as well."
United Kingdom
Steve
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort
A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, a central bar area, and pendant lighting.

9. Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
3.5 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, 167, (167 reviews)
"Room was clean and spacious, a short grab ride from town. Staff were friendly, breakfast was good."
United Kingdom
Lucy
The price is ₹5,372
₹6,573 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Livingston Hotel
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating.

10. The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, 67, (67 reviews)
"Centrally located and competitively priced."
United States
Jeremiah
The price is ₹3,712
₹4,381 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Elopura Hotel
A wooden dock extending over a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and trees. There are two white umbrellas providing shade.

11. Sepilok Nature Resort

Sepilok Nature Resort
3.0 star property
Sandakan
9.4 out of 10, 212, (212 reviews)
"Virkelig dejligt hotel med god service, god mad og ikke mindst fantastisk beliggenhed lige op af Sepilok Orangutang Rehabilitation Centre og regnskoven. "
Denmark
Helle
Sepilok Nature Resort
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.

12. Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
2.0 star property
Sandakan
8.0 out of 10, 13, (13 reviews)
"Clean room, easy access for budget travel"
United States
Shoab
The price is ₹2,954
₹3,425 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Hotel Meliden
A reception area with a receptionist at a computer, a desk, and a plant.

13. The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.2 out of 10, 81, (81 reviews)
"Love t room. Comfortable & clean"
Malaysia
Felicia
The price is ₹2,911
₹3,436 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
The Pavilion Hotel
A wooden pathway leading to a rustic building with a metal roof, surrounded by lush greenery.

14. Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort

Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort
2.0 star property
Sandakan
8.8 out of 10, 3, (3 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great swimming pool, but food options could be improved on the menu"
United Kingdom
Dipesh
Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view of a forested area.

15. Trival Property Homestay

Trival Property Homestay
2.5 star property
Sandakan
The price is ₹5,047
₹5,705 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Trival Property Homestay
A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a television.

16. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, 19, (19 reviews)
"very good place to stay provided you have own transport"
Malaysia
aaron chong en
The price is ₹2,636
₹3,386 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
A restaurant with tables and chairs, a counter, and a view of the street outside.

17. Hotel Sandakan

Hotel Sandakan
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.6 out of 10, 88, (88 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice room with a comfy bed, and excellent breakfast buffet."
United States
Dina
Hotel Sandakan
A view of a calm sea with a distant island, a building with a blue and red facade, and a palm tree in the foreground.

18. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, 10, (10 reviews)
"Great budget hotel, with friendly staff and a comfy bed. Help yourself breakfast was a bonus. "
United Kingdom
Kelly-ann
The price is ₹1,609
₹1,899 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
An aerial view of a tropical island with a white sandy beach, lush green vegetation, and a dock leading to a series of overwater bungalows.

19. Lankayan Island Resort

Lankayan Island Resort
3.0 star property
Sandakan
Lankayan Island Resort

20. Labuk Hotel

Labuk Hotel
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.0 out of 10, 21, (21 reviews)
"välietappi seuraavaan kohteeseen mennentullen erittäin mukava stoppi, hyvä ruokapaikka lähellä, mukava ja avulias henkilökunta"
Finland
Juha
The price is ₹2,604
₹2,812 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Labuk Hotel
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Top Sandakan District Hotel Reviews

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel"
Holly 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Sabah Hotel Sandakan