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The Elopura Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

The Elopura Hotel located on the East Coast of Sabah which also known as “Land below the Wind”. Elopura name itself was the first name of Sandakan when it was found by William B Prier back in 1879.

M
Martin
From
Slovakia
Good location, mall across, close to water The best alacarte food in the restaurant Hip funky design
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,718 reviews
Price from
$48.51
1 night, 2 adults

Sabah Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

Perched on top of a hill, this resort is surrounded by the tropical rainforests of Borneo.

A
Anonymous
From
Germany
Very nice hotel complex, with a beautiful pool area. Good choice of food options in the hotel and invariably friendly and helpful staff. I would come here again at any time.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,705 reviews
Price from
$86.16
1 night, 2 adults

The Pavilion Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

Located in Sabah, The Pavilion Hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Sandakan Airport. The hotel also offers a daily buffet breakfast and rooms with free wired internet access.

S
Shani
From
United States
We did not get to experience the breakfast. We did not stay at the hotel for the night. The room was full of black mold The staff was very friendly
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
Good - What previous guests thought, 533 reviews
Price from
$34.16
1 night, 2 adults

Super OYO 1027 Hotel London

Hotel in Sandakan

Super OYO 1027 Hotel London is offering accommodations in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

a
azmi
From
Malaysia
Kotorrrrrrrrrrr sgtttt
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.0
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 298 reviews
Price from
$18.22
1 night, 2 adults

Super OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana

Hotel in Sandakan

Super OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana is offering accommodations in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

W
West
From
Malaysia
Walk in rate RM75 Booking.com RM60
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 183 reviews
Price from
$19.60
1 night, 2 adults

Super OYO 43930 Hotel Esplanade

Hotel in Sandakan

Super OYO 43930 Hotel Esplanade is offering accommodations in Sandakan. With a shared lounge, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

r
rozit
From
Malaysia
Varieties of eateries TV channel..can watch all the Netflix channel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 140 reviews
Price from
$30.30
1 night, 2 adults

Livingston Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

Livingston Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms in Sandakan. It features an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

T
Tracelynn
From
Malaysia
Cleanliness especially the bathroom was below expectation. Breakfast variety was low.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
Price from
$61.68
1 night, 2 adults

The Mark's Lodge

Hotel in Sandakan

The Mark's Lodge is located in Sandakan. Featuring a restaurant, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

R
Rasidah
From
Malaysia
the location is good near the town
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
Good - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews
Price from
$37.48
1 night, 2 adults

Sanbay Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan

Sanbay Hotel has accommodations in Sandakan. Featuring a garden, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

L
Lisa
From
United States
very nice staff, quiet, and clean. fine for 1 night stopover.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 78 reviews
Price from
$25.62
1 night, 2 adults

Hotel City Star

Hotel in Sandakan

Hotel City Star has air-conditioned accommodations in Sandakan. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the...

M
Muhammad Alif
From
Malaysia
It has lift
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
Fair - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews
Price from
$17.32
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Sandakan

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Sandakan

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 31 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 591 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Sandakan

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 422 reviews
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    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 533 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Sandakan

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Sandakan

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,705 reviews
  • Popular with guests booking hotels in Sandakan

    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,715 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Sandakan

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel is located in Sandakan. With a terrace, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
    Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Susan Hotel Seafront is located in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    SUSAN HOTEL SEAFRONT has accommodations in Sandakan. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.

  • AeCOTEL

    Hotel in Sandakan
    Central location
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews

    AeCOTEL is a 2-star property located in Sandakan. The property provides airport transportation, while a bicycle rental service is also available.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 592 reviews

    Hotel Sandakan is situated in the center of the city, only 220 yards from the Sulu seafront. It features 2 restaurants and offers free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 29 reviews

    Hotel City Star has air-conditioned accommodations in Sandakan. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the...

  • Hotel O Malaysia Hotel is located in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. The hotel also provides free WiFi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 844 reviews

    Sandakan Backpackers Hostel offers air-conditioned rooms in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and full-day security, along with free Wifi throughout the property.

Budget hotels in Sandakan and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,715 reviews

    The Elopura Hotel located on the East Coast of Sabah which also known as “Land below the Wind”. Elopura name itself was the first name of Sandakan when it was found by William B Prier back in 1879.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,705 reviews

    Perched on top of a hill, this resort is surrounded by the tropical rainforests of Borneo.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    Featuring a garden, #9 Luxury Homestay 2BR Sandakan's highest views features accommodations in Sandakan. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

    This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The air-conditioned apartment consists of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides full-day security and a mini-market for guests.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews

    Sandakan Homestay Sea-Forest View Apartment 2R2B 海森雙景公寓 offers accommodations in Sandakan. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a balcony.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 3.3
    Poor - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. With free Wifi, this 2-bedroom apartment offers a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a minibar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

    This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. Opening onto a terrace with garden views, the air-conditioned vacation home consists of 1 bedroom and a fully equipped kitchen.

Best hotels with breakfast in Sandakan and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 23 reviews

    A recently renovated apartment, Valerie Homestay offers accommodations in Sandakan. This apartment provides free private parking, an elevator, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews

    Livingston Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms in Sandakan. It features an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 533 reviews

    Located in Sabah, The Pavilion Hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Sandakan Airport. The hotel also offers a daily buffet breakfast and rooms with free wired internet access.

  • OYO 90514 Habeeb Lodge Sandakan is offering accommodations in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. Sandakan Airport is 8.7 miles from the property.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 17 reviews

    This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The accommodation provides an elevator and full-day security for guests.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 33 reviews

    A recently renovated apartment, Livable Homestay offers accommodations in Sandakan. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • This property offers access to a balcony and free private parking. With free Wifi, this homestay provides a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge.

  • This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The apartment is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms.

FAQs about hotels in Sandakan

What Guests Said About Sandakan:

  • 8.0

    Important and interesting history related to the British...

    Important and interesting history related to the British influence for town development; especially the story that unfolded and is memorialized about the war years and the sad fate of many Aust & Brit POW's and the of local Sabah supporters and underground. The history of extensive logging and use of timber was of professional interest to me as a forester. The brutal destruction of the timber buildings by the Japanese military was bad - and the gradual rebuild over following 10 -20 years is remarkable. Its notablel that the central city is declining due to lack of regular upgrade and maintenance, and influx of certain migrant groups and housing needs. Also notable that commercial business and new shops have expanded out into modernized precincts away from town centre. Proximity to Sepolik rainforest reserve and other wildlife conservation parks is great for travellers to eastern Sabah. Local malaysian people are friendly and easy to relat to in the main.
    Guest review by
    Peter
    Australia
  • 10.0

    Our family went to Sandakan to do a 3D2N river experience.

    Our family went to Sandakan to do a 3D2N river experience. We saw 4 of the big 5 Kinbatangan River has to offer - only the pygmy elephant remaining elusive. We booked our river experience through Seekie Sophie. This turned out to be amazing. The accommodation was great. Our family stayed in a 6-bed dorm with two other foreign girls. Following this we visited the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. This is a MUST DO! if you love wildlife. The Sun Bear Conservation Centre is across the road and is convenient to visit. Nice to walk through the jungle on the boardwalk but not an essential activity to do. It's more zoo-like and not my cup of tea really. If you only want to do these two activities, it is better to stay in Sepilok itself. I wish I had planned my trip better as I would have liked to have visited Turtle Islands National Park - you need to travel out there, stay a night and come back the following morning. I also would have liked to have visited Gomantong Caves. Both of these places were highly recommended by other travellers who had visited them. Sandakan is fairly central to all these places and Grab is a good way to get around. Be prepared for rough roads and crazy drivers on them. Adds to the adventure! Going to Sandakan is a bit like acting in your own Indiana Jones movie . . . If, like us, you take your children with you and you love Star Wars... check out The Skywalker Lounge at the Elopura hotel. The food is good with plenty of options, but it is the Star Wars figurines that are the coolest thing about this place.
    Guest review by
    Rebecca
    New Zealand
  • 10.0

    Loved my stay in Sandakan, my accommodation was ideal for me...

    Loved my stay in Sandakan, my accommodation was ideal for me and the location was perfect. There was so much more to explore but flight constraints limited my time there! Enjoyed some great seafood at the nearby restaurant on the water (Waterfront Seafood Restaurant), easy access to Sepilok for seeing orangutangs and sun bears. Pity my footwear was not suitable for visiting the RDC - note, to wear closed shoes and take mosquito repellant. And wish I could have done a trip to see the turtles. Use Grab taxis to get around. I would love to go back!!
    Guest review by
    Tracy Denise Lee
    New Zealand
  • 8.0

    Sandakan has a fascinating history, particularly in regard...

    Sandakan has a fascinating history, particularly in regard to WW2 - check out the POW Death Marches from Sandakan to Ranau and the bravery of Agnes Keith and her husband. Local people of all ethnicities, took enormous risks to help escaped POW's and to support those opposed to the Japanese invasion. Sim Sim is a 15 minute Grab drive away and we ate at Sim Sim 90 twice - the food and service was excellent. Cold beer is sold and there's a cooling breeze in the evenings. Sandakan is not a beautiful city these days but we found it interesting and well worth a visit. It is an excellent gateway to tours up the Kingabatangan River. Sepilok is hotter, and without a market or supermarket, but leafier and more relaxing.
    Guest review by
    JILL
    Australia
  • 6.0

    The place is dirty, strong bad smell all over the area.

    The place is dirty, strong bad smell all over the area. The only think that made our stay up was the visit at Sandakan Rainforest Park, though we didn't see that much animals there. We saw loads of pitcher plants
    Guest review by
    Maholy
    Madagascar
  • 4.0

    A very run down, untidy and litter strewn town.

    A very run down, untidy and litter strewn town. Residents do not take pride in their town and throw litter anywhere and everywhere, much of it in the harbour - absolutely disgusting, in such a beautiful country. Also lots of homelessness and too many beggars, including very young children, it’s almost constant. not a town to stay in for any longer than is necessary . Lots of good places to eat though.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous

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  • From $66.61 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 342 reviews
    Hotel is very modern, rooms like new and whole place is spotless. Staff are brilliant, let us check about 6 hours early on 2 separate stays. They open the door for you. Tasty buffet breakfast with lots of choices included. Best hotel I've stayed in Malaysia. I'm surprised doesn't have a higher score/rating. Loads of eating places 5 mins walk away is a bonus. Pool also clean and great to cool off.
    Guest review by
    Andrew
    New Zealand
  • From $20.16 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 620 reviews
    My room was what I needed: a place to rest before and after a rainforest adventure. Hot shower, nice bed and a working airconditioner. Location is perfect. There are plenty of restaurants nearby, a coin laundry right next to hotel's front door (very good after the rainforest!). Hotel is located in the heart of Sandakan.
    Guest review by
    Mikko
    Finland
  • From $123.26 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,705 reviews
    It’s a lovely hotel- the staff are very accommodating and the facilities are excellent. They have plenty of options for eating and a lovely recreation centre, with a fabulous masseuse! It’s a lovely quiet hotel and still feels like you are in the rainforest, even though the city of Sandakan is very nearby!
    Guest review by
    Nicole
    United Kingdom
  • From $58.21 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 1,715 reviews
    Probably the best hotel in Sandakan. Great staff, good breakfast, great room and nice location with sea view.
    Guest review by
    Michaela
    Australia
  • From $19.96 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 811 reviews
    Great new hotel in centre of Sandakan, clean rooms, friendly staff and a cheap price. Bargain!
    Guest review by
    stephen
    United Kingdom