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1. Hello Kitty Signature Suite

An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area.

Location: Sandakan
Guest rating: 6.8/10 (6 reviews)
Price: $47 nightly, $53 total, Dec 11 - Dec 12, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Sandakan vacation rentals
Review: 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., by Zoe

2. Trival Property Homestay

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view of a forested area.

Location: Sandakan
Guest rating: 6/10 (1 review)
Price: $50 nightly, $57 total, Nov 16 - Nov 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Our top choices for Sandakan vacation rentals
Review: Check in is at a hotel 15mins away and strictly followed the 3pm check in time. There is a shop about a 10min walk away but the actual apartment was not overly clean and the showers not getting hot. No coffee mugs or kettle provided. Unfortunately we booked this place because of the swimming pool that was closed for maintenance but not communicated beforehand., by Daniel

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Ormond Sandakan

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a view of the sea at sunset.

Location: Sandakan
Review: Wonderful property. Only spent one night in transit. Wish I had more time. It’s a lovely property., by Azure, October 27, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.

Location: Sandakan
Review: Just outside the city in a parklike lication. Spotless clean and free from bad odors. The staff is markedly attentive and friendly. Helped me to set up and use a Grab ap to get resonable rates to visit town and other locations. The food is well prepared. Semi pet water monitors vist the pool area. Waterslides, jacuzzi, on premises. Refrigerator and coffee in room. Massage available., by Catherine, May 27, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

An outdoor wooden deck with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees.

Location: Kota Kinabatangan
Review: Super cool resort on stilts with pleasant cabins designed to blend into the natural environment... with a/c, mosquito nets, and hot water shower. The resort picks you up in Sandakan and brings you back... I recommend the 3D/2N package which includes meals., by Luis, September 20, 2018, rated 10/10 Excellent

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

A resort with multiple buildings, a central pathway, and lush greenery.

Location: Sandakan
Review: My wife and I had a cozy stay at the Nature Lodge Sepilok. The bed was very comfy and the rooms are quite nice. Ours had a very nice outdoor bathroom. Location wise it is great with easy walking to go see the Orangutans, Sun Bears, and Rain forest discovery center. The staff was very welcoming and quite helpful throughout our stay and got us to the airport on time., by Zachary, August 4, 2016, rated 10/10 Excellent

Hotel Meliden

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.

Location: Sandakan
Review: Clean room, easy access for budget travel, by Shoab, July 14, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Livingston Hotel

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large glass windows, and a covered entrance area.

Location: Sandakan
Review: Very nice place to stay in Sandakan. Clean room, staff very friendly and helpful., by Maciej, June 5, 2025, rated 10/10 Excellent

The Elopura Hotel

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Location: Sandakan
Review: The staff were all nice and kind, very professional. The hotel was ok, lots of movie memorabilia. The restaurant next to the hotel serves good food. Area around the property is not pleasing, it's dirty and smells. The city is great, with lots of stores around. They should keep it cleaner, no littering. My room was small but overlooking the sea. Nice view from my room., by Azalea, September 10, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a television.

Location: Sandakan
Review: Excellent reception, friendly staff, very clean and spacious room. Loved the layout of the room. Great to have AC. Took awhile to cool the room off. Street vendors with food nearby. Grocery store across the way. Great pop-up breakfast place down the block., by Cecilia, June 28, 2026, rated 10/10 Excellent

Sepilok Jungle Resort

A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.

Location: Sandakan
Review: The hotel is very nice for a jungle resort and the rooms are cleaned daily. We stayed in one of the superior rooms and the A/C worked very well. The food is excellent at the hotel and they have beer and wine too. Service is amazing and we even saw monkeys on the property in the middle of the day. Pool is nice when it’s not raining and it’s an easy walk to the orangutan and sun bear sanctuaries. The wifi is also surprisingly very fast, I was getting 60-80mb on average. Definitely would recommend..., by Dillon, March 1, 2023, rated 10/10 Excellent

Sanbay Hotel

A spacious lobby with a seating area, large windows, and a tiled floor.

Location: Sandakan
Review: Good bang for your buck if you just need a quick night stay! Clean and easy check in process with nice helpful staff., by Kristy, March 30, 2024, rated 10/10 Excellent

My Dream Hotel

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Location: Sandakan
Review: Took a Superior King room. Room was smaller than expected, but no complaint since the price was very reasonable. Clean room, good services, all I could ask for a night of comfortable stay., by Mitchel, November 10, 2015, rated 8/10 Good

Hotel O London

A hallway with a tiled floor, a white wall, and a window with a view of buildings outside.

Location: Sandakan
Review: Good, simple stay in the middle of town. No frills, but comfortable for a night., by Shane, August 13, 2020, rated 10/10 Excellent

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Sandakan?

Yes, we offer vacation rentals in Sandakan near Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre, or you can choose a secluded option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the rainforest and seaside in Sandakan. Allow some time to check out the temples during your trip.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Sandakan?

Sandakan Hill Terrace 2: This highly rated vacation home rental in Sandakan offers a terrace, a garden, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchenette with a full-sized fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family.

How many vacation rentals are there in Sandakan?

Choose from 8 Expedia vacation rentals in Sandakan for a memorable vacation.

What can I see and do in Sandakan?

Family-friendly attractions include Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre and Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, whereas Sandakan Rainforest Park and Rainforest Discovery Centre are a couple of great spots to enjoy the outdoors. Other places in town to visit include Sandakan Harbour Mall and Turtle Islands Park.

What are vacation rentals like in Sandakan?

Vacation rentals are privately owned accommodations you can stay in for a few days or a quick weekend in Sandakan. Vacation rentals provide amenities such as kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and busy reception areas while still allowing you to travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a vacation rental a great choice for a family getaway.

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