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1. Hello Kitty Signature Suite

Hello Kitty Signature Suite
3.5 star property
Sandakan
6.8 out of 10, (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
$51 nightly
The price is $58
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Hello Kitty Signature Suite
An overwater bungalow resort with multiple levels of accommodation, a pier connecting to the main island, and clear turquoise waters.

2. Lankayan Island Resort

Lankayan Island Resort
3.0 star property
Sandakan
Lankayan Island Resort
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

3. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Great stay, helpful staff and the restaurant was lovely too."
United Kingdom
Sarah-Jayne
$69 nightly
The price is $78
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Ormond Sandakan
A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.

4. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (388 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United Kingdom
Holly
$86 nightly
The price is $92
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.

5. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
2.5 star property
Sandakan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (248 reviews)
"It was an amazing lodge. We could see animals inside the hotel grounds orangutans five minute walk to Rehab center and sun bear."
United States
jerald
$39 nightly
The price is $44
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Sepilok Jungle Resort
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

6. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (101 reviews)
"Remote location with beautiful scenery. Accommodation was rustic but quaint and comfortable. The staff were extremely helpful arranging outings for the family and helping resolve issues that arose."
United Kingdom
Paula
$23 nightly
The price is $27
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.

7. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (82 reviews)
"Everything was good"
Canada
Audrey
$59 nightly
The price is $66
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
A wooden pathway leading to a small wooden cabin with a covered porch, surrounded by dense greenery.

8. 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, Good, (9 reviews)
"Great place really friendly people we gotnthier a daub late but they let us stay for extra night no charge.. our tour guide Reuss was amazing knew where to find the orangutan and monkeys and then staff in restauarunf zed And aj where great plus others "
United Kingdom
Paul
Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan)
A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

9. Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Sepilok Forest Edge Resort
3.0 star property
Sandakan
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (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 wooden dock extending over a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery and trees. There are two white umbrellas providing shade.

10. Sepilok Nature Resort

Sepilok Nature Resort
3.0 star property
Sandakan
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (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 spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating.

11. The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (67 reviews)
"Centrally located and competitively priced."
United States
Jeremiah
$40 nightly
The price is $43
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
The Elopura Hotel
A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, a central bar area, and pendant lighting.

12. Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
3.5 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (170 reviews)
"Room was clean and spacious, a short grab ride from town. Staff were friendly, breakfast was good."
United Kingdom
Lucy
$62 nightly
The price is $69
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Total with taxes and fees
Livingston Hotel
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.

13. Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
2.0 star property
Sandakan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (13 reviews)
"Clean room, easy access for budget travel"
United States
Shoab
$46 nightly
The price is $50
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Meliden
A reception area with a receptionist at a computer, a desk, and a plant.

14. The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"Love t room. Comfortable & clean"
Malaysia
Felicia
$33 nightly
The price is $36
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
The Pavilion Hotel
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
3.0 star property
Sandakan
$53 nightly
The price is $59
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Total with taxes and fees
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, Good, (19 reviews)
"very good place to stay provided you have own transport"
Malaysia
aaron chong en
$32 nightly
The price is $37
Oct 17 - Oct 18
Total with taxes and fees
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, Good, (88 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice room with a comfy bed, and excellent breakfast buffet."
United States
Dina
$35 nightly
The price is $37
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Sandakan
Reception

18. Tyng Garden Hotel

Tyng Garden Hotel
2.0 star property
Sandakan
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"stres kondisi sterika yg x dsediakan.. menunggu berjam lamanya.. dgn alasan sterika yg lain rosak ttp x mmklumkan kpd kami shgga mmaksa kmi turun ke counter"
Malaysia
Anonymous traveler
$23 nightly
The price is $24
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Tyng Garden Hotel
A multi-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and a visible entrance.

19. Hotel Lutana

Hotel Lutana
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (4 reviews)
"Good price. Friendly staff"
Canada
Apollonia
$8 nightly
The price is $11
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Lutana
A bar area with stools, a counter, and red lanterns.

20. 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
$22 nightly
The price is $23
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
My Dream Hotel
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Top Sandakan District Hotel Reviews

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

10/10 Excellent
"We loved our stay, the room was spotless and very modern and clean. We loved the pool and the staff were very friendly. We had lunch and dinner in the restaurant and the buffet dinner which happens each Saturday which was really nice. We’d definitely stay here again"
Jennifer 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Sabah Hotel Sandakan

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