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Sandakan is second largest city in Sabah is the perfect holiday destination for nature lovers everywhere. The famous Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation center is located not far away from here where you can witness wild and endangered Orangutan in their natural habitat. Other great attractions here include Gormantong Caves, Kinabatangan river and the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary. Do also check out the large array of Sandakan hotels for your perfect stay.

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SWIMMING_POOL Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.7
(418 Reviews)
Friendly staff. Clean room. Great experience!
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.4
(240 Reviews)
Comfortable and cleanliness. The staff was exceedingly polite and kind. They went out of their way to ensure we had everything we needed
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.4
(317 Reviews)
Clean, comfort, very friendly staff and the location is near the restaurant.
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Resorts
Sepilok, Sandakan Town
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Alonto Hotel

Alonto Hotel

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Convenient
7.7
(51 Reviews)
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Hotel Sandakan

Hotel Sandakan

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.5
(254 Reviews)
Hotel location was very good. The staff very friendly and helpful.
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
9.0
(27 Reviews)
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ภาพหลัก Sanbay Hotel

Sanbay Hotel

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
With a stay at Sanbay Hotel in Sandakan, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Saint Michael's and All Angels Church and Lankayan island. This hotel is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from St Michael's & All Angels Church and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Sandakan Heritage Trail.
Impressive
8.7
(120 Reviews)
Friendly staff, nice and comfortable room
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ภาพหลัก Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Villas
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Located in Sandakan, Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat is within a 10-minute drive of Rainforest Discovery Centre and Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre. This lodge is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Sandakan Memorial Park.
Convenient
8.1
(6 Reviews)
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Tyng Garden Hotel Sandakan

Tyng Garden Hotel Sandakan

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Convenient
7.8
(102 Reviews)
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Labuk Hotel

Labuk Hotel

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.5
(136 Reviews)
Room was clean and neat. The room size is spacious and valued for money. Recommended
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING My Dream Hotel

My Dream Hotel

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.4
(93 Reviews)
The room was really clean, good place to stay.
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LOBBY Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.7
(53 Reviews)
Staff very good communications, humble and responsive... Location strategic, will came again.
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BEDROOM SUPER OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana

SUPER OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana

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Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Convenient
7.9
(19 Reviews)
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Super OYO 43930 Hotel Esplanade

Super OYO 43930 Hotel Esplanade

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Good
6.9
(17 Reviews)
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Malaysia Hotel Sandakan

Malaysia Hotel Sandakan

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
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ล็อบบี้ THE HOTEL

THE HOTEL

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Located in Sandakan, THE HOTEL is a 2-minute drive from Sandakan Memorial Park and 6 minutes from Kampong Buli Sim Sim. This hotel is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Chinese Cemetery and 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from Sam Sing Kung.
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Hostels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.6
(10 Reviews)
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Hotel Kensington

Hotel Kensington

Hotels
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.6
(76 Reviews)
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EXTERIOR_BUILDING Hello Kitty Signature Suite

Hello Kitty Signature Suite

Apartments
Sandakan Town, Sandakan
Impressive
8.6
(6 Reviews)
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Facts about hotel in Sandakan

Total Accommodation
66 Properties
Popular Area
Sandakan Town, Kinabatangan Town
Popular Hotel
Sabah Hotel Sandakan, Livingston Hotel
Popular Landmark
Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre (BSBCC), Sandakan Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)

Guest reviews in hotel near Sandakan

8.5
Impressive
2,841 reviews from hotels in Sandakan with aggregated rating of 8.5/10.
Review from various users that have stayed in hotel near Sandakan will help you to choose the perfect hotel easily!
Jenny
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16 Sep 2023
Pro: good, clean, comfortable and spacious. Breakfast OK but not much varieties. Cons: check in is late. I come at 2pm but room is not ready and I'm waiting for 45-50 minutes 😫.
Low T. C.
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13 Aug 2023
The hotel is bit old, but good service and very clean.
Daria T.
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1 Aug 2022
My stay was really bad cause a few days I didn't have water at all in the morning. In one day I had even brown water. Breakfast was very poor, no choice. This hotel is very old, they don't maintain the condition og the hotel. Only one was good is service.
Ahmad F. F. B. A.
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27 Aug 2023
Staff are friendly, but they said my payment didn't go through although I just paid through this app online. I got all the receipts of payment with me as proof. In the end they let me to check in thank God. What's upset me, its already past midnight (just arrived from kk driving) during my check in they just told me that the elevator is not functioning and our room is at level 4, also the there's problem with the water. Since its already late, my whole family decided just to stay here for the night because of tiredness from a long drive.
4 Feb 2020
Safety bos not functioning well and late responded by staff to settle this matter.
teckyun w.
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6.0
/ 10
30 Apr 2023
Neighbors make noise, singing at midnight but nobody takes action. Room air conditioner does not function well. Water pressure is low. Bathroom cock stains are terrible.
NORMALA B. A. R.
This is a private profile
20 Oct 2022
I mean, its worth with the price. The room has everything you need. I mean, the expensive hotel doesn't have wht you have. Its a compliment. I have a best stay at your hotel 😇.
Salwiyah A.
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20 Nov 2023
We came for a brief stay. Came at 2pm and the room wasn't even ready. Finally checked in around 3pm. Was greeted by worn out bed sheet and duvet. The pillows were too soft and looked crushed. The towels 😞 instead of white, they were brown old towels. I was really upset. Please improve.
Ho Siak L.
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2 Jun 2019
Good location and reasonable price.

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Frequently Asked Questions about hotels in Sandakan

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Currently, there are around 66 hotels that you can book in Sandakan

About

Hotels in Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia

The second largest city in Sabah after Kota Kinabalu is located on the east coast of the island which is the main port for various export commodities. Such as oil, tobacco, coffee, sago, and wood, and have a strong influence on the fishing economy and shipbuilding.

Apart from its strength in the export sector and the coastal economy, Sandakan also has its charm due to its many tourist destinations. From beautiful natural attractions, and authentic historical and cultural sites to traditional and luxury shopping centers. Sandakan is also famous for its culinary seafood, which is fresh and full of flavors, so you must try it.

It won't be enough if only one day to get around Sandakan, so you should stay overnight to be more satisfied. But you don't need to worry because you can easily find hotels in Sandakan according to your taste.

Reasons to Visit Sandakan

Some people come to Sandakan to do business because Sandakan has a strong role in the export of several commodities. Apart from that, Sandakan also has many visitors because of its natural beauty, one of which is Lankayan Island and the Rainforest Discovery Centre.

Tourists also play at Indah Jaya Waterpark and shop at the Sandakan Public Market. Sandakan has great attention to cultural and natural preservation so you can find some of those preservation places.

There are cultural preservation efforts at the Sandakan and Agnes Newton Keith Memorial Park. Meanwhile, you can get nature conservation at the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Center and several other places.

Best Activities to Do in Sandakan

1. Enjoying the Natural Beauty of Sandakan

You can visit many destinations when you want to enjoy the natural beauty of Sandakan, for example, the Island of Idols. The island, which has two sandstone hills, has caves and beautiful forests.

Lankayan Island is also known as the best place for diving and boat and jet facilities. Or visit Gomantong Caves, the largest limestone cave in Sabah and has 27 small caves. Inside this cave, you will meet several types of bats, including the Fawn Leaf-Nosed and the Philippine Forest Horseshoe.

2. Playing in the Amusement Park

Sandakan has a lively water theme park, especially during summer, namely Indah Jaya Waterpark. The park is equipped with various rides, including a slide that weaves its way into the middle of a large swimming pool.

3. See the Sandakan Nature Preserve

Efforts to conserve nature, both flora and fauna, have received much attention in Sandakan. There are several forest reserves, such as the Rainforest Discovery Center and the Deramakot Forest Reserve. Apart from functioning as forest reserves, these forests are also home to many flora and fauna.

To deal with the threat of extinction of sun bears or sun bears, there is the Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre. Not far from this place, there is the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, where the big and long nose monkeys are preserved.

You can also visit Sandakan Crocodile Farm, home to 3000 crocodiles and several other animals in a mini zoo. Shifting to the coastal area, visit Pulau Selingan, which is a center for conserving and hatching turtle eggs. Since 1996, the types of turtles that have landed here are the Karah Turtle and the Green Turtle, which come to lay their eggs.

Best Hotels to Stay in Sandakan

1. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Address: KM 1, Jalan Utara, Sandakan Town, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia, 9000

Price: start from RM 315.00 per night

This hotel near Sandakan Airport (SDK) has complete facilities, so it is not only suitable for a stopover but also for a staycation. There is a very large swimming pool with a unique design and a child-friendly slide. You can also relax in the garden or terrace or have fun in the karaoke room. 

Sabah Hotel Sandakan has a fitness center and facilities for squash and tennis. After getting tired of activities, you can enjoy massage and spa services or warm up in the sauna and steam room. You can use paid airport shuttle facilities to make mobility easier if necessary.

2. Livingston Hotel

Address: Mile 4, Jalan Utara, Sandakan Town, Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia, 9000

Price: start from RM 234.11 per night

Livingston Hotel can be the best choice for those who want to vacation with their family because the rooms have connecting rooms. This hotel also has a large and winding swimming pool with a child-friendly swimming pool.

Take the time to try the nasi lemak breakfast, which is the best choice when staying at this hotel. This hotel is also quite close to Sandakan Airport, so it can be an option if you are in transit during your trip. If you have an event or have business interests, use the available Function Hall.

Getting Around Sandakan

Visitors who come from out of town can visit by plane with several choices of airlines such as AirAsia. Next, you will land at Sandakan Airport, about 13 km from the city center. Another option is to use buses which are the preferred choice for inter-city traffic, but some are old. 

Meanwhile, to get around the city, you can use the city bus, which you can find at bus stops and terminals. For those of you who want to go to several islands, boats are usually offered at several ports.

Popular Food or Restaurants in Sandakan

1. White Sands Seafood Centre

It's incomplete if you visit Sandakan but don't taste the fresh seafood. This restaurant serves a variety of seafood menus such as Yee Mee Lobster and Yee Mee Udang Kara. Another menu that is no less delicious is Boiled Shrimp and Salted Grilled Crab, which are rich in taste and soft meat.

2. San Da Gen Kopitiam

This restaurant, located in the heart of Sandakan, has a very attractive and Instagrammable interior design. Some menus that you must try are UFO Tart, Salted Egg Lava French Toast, Durian Cream Puff, or Avocado Cream Puff.

3. The English Tea House & Restaurant

There is a historic house in Sandakan, the Agnes Keith House, an American writer, now a museum. Next to the house is a chill-out restaurant with a menu of Western classics and Asian favorites.

4. Coto Makassar Haji Alimuddin bin Indala

Taste the delicious special soto located on Jalan Pryer, only 5 minutes walk from San Da Gen Kopitiam. This small outlet serves a hot bowl of soto, a favorite breakfast menu with pieces of beef or chicken.

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