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The Elopura Hotel
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 Pryer back in 1879.
Sabah Hotel
Perched on top of a hill, this resort is surrounded by the tropical rainforests of Borneo.
The Pavilion Hotel
Situated 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.
Super OYO 1027 Hotel London
Super OYO 1027 Hotel London is offering accommodation in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.
Super OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana
Super OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana is offering accommodation in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.
Livingston Hotel
Livingston Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms in Sandakan. It features an outdoor pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.
Sanbay Hotel
Sanbay Hotel is located in Sandakan, a 5-minute drive from the historic St. Michael's and Puu Jih Shih Buddhist Temple It has a 24-hour front desk and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
The Mark's Lodge
The Mark's Lodge is conveniently located within a 10-minute walk to supermarkets and local eateries. It offers air-conditioned rooms with en suite bathrooms and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
Hotel City Star
Hotel City Star is centrally located in Sandakan within walking distance from various local attractions. It offers free Wi-Fi in the entire hotel and spacious rooms with private bathroom facilities.
Hotel Prima
Hotel Prima features accommodation in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.
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8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 465 reviews
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7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 474 reviews
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6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 349 reviews
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Sandakan's best hotels with breakfast
The Pavilion Hotel
Hotel in SandakanBreakfast options7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 357 reviewsSituated 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.
The room is very spacious.. the aircond is very cool
Hotel Sandakan
Hotel in SandakanBreakfast options7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 474 reviewsHotel Sandakan is situated in the city centre, only 200 metres from the Sulu seafront. It features two restaurants and offers free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.
Hotel was clean and covenient. Breakfast was superb
Hotel Western
Hotel in SandakanBreakfast optionsHotel Western offers free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Sandakan. The hotel features family rooms. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV.
Alonto Hotel
Hotel in SandakanBreakfast options5.8Scored 5.8Above averageRated okay· 29 reviewsAlonto Hotel is offering accommodation in Sandakan. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.
Hotels located in the centre of Sandakan
SUSAN HOTEL SEAFRONT
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 9 reviewsSUSAN HOTEL SEAFRONT features accommodation in Sandakan. The 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi. The hotel has family rooms.
2 Inn 1 Boutique Hotel & Spa
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 320 reviewsLocated in Sandakan, Sabah, 2 Inn 1 Boutique Hotel & Spa is a 5-minute drive to the city centre. The hotel features a spa and restaurant. Free Wi-Fi is provided.
Just if they could give more room choices it's better
Labuk Hotel
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 322 reviewsOperating a 24-hour front desk, Labuk Hotel features modern and comfortable accommodation situated just 2 km from Sandakan Airport.
The smell of the room but not much eateries around
Hotel Premier Inn (Prima Square)
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 37 reviewsSituated in Sandakan, Hotel Premier Inn (Prima Square) offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation features room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.
Clean and comfortable rooms. Near bank, restaurants, MR DIY.
Marine Bay Hotel
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 461 reviewsMarine Bay Hotel features accommodation in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.
I like the place. Easy to find food, can walk to other place
The Mark's Lodge
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 66 reviewsThe Mark's Lodge is conveniently located within a 10-minute walk to supermarkets and local eateries. It offers air-conditioned rooms with en suite bathrooms and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
Lady Anne Hotel Sandkan
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 8 reviewsLady Anne Hotel Sandkan is located in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. All units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle.
Sandakan Inn
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 58 reviewsSandakan Inn is offering accommodation in Sandakan. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, every room includes a wardrobe.
Staff is super friendly.. Clean and great place to stay..
FAQs about hotels in Sandakan
What guests said about Sandakan:
- 6.0Scored 6.0
First of all, there is no shop to buy the SIM card in...
First of all, there is no shop to buy the SIM card in Sandakan Airport, the nearest place is 7/11 which is in 5 min by taxi. Next stage of the quest is that you will need to ask someone to share the Wi-Fi with you since you must register your SIM card by yourself online. Perhaps, buying the SIM card in Kota Kinabalu will be the best option. If you are going to Sukau area, do not consider buying U Mobile SIM card - it will not work there completely. I would not recommend to have a food at any of restaurants at the seafront: meals will be overpriced and in most of the cases not even edible. Tours to Bornean bear and orangutan parks will be at least 3x cheaper for you than suggested by TripAdvisor if you will just use Grab taxi to reach it: both parks are located at the same place. Firefly tour is also costly and not really impressive: do not expect to see too much, if you cannot resist to go there. Pasir Putih Beach could be nice place if the beach was visible under the layers of garbage. Don't recommend to waste your time for it. There are a lot of beggar kids at the central area. I don't know if they can steal anything, but I guess it makes sense to be careful.
OlegSingapore - 6.0Scored 6.0
Sandakan is not a city brimming with character and charm.
Sandakan is not a city brimming with character and charm. It is OK and you can find a small number of nice enough places to eat and drink, if you set your mind to it. I would not want to have stayed there more than one day and I won’t be going back anytime soon.
AndyUnited Kingdom - 10Scored 10
We used Sandakan as the gateway to Turtle Island and the...
We used Sandakan as the gateway to Turtle Island and the Kinabatangan River. We had lunch in a central hotel which was fine, not a lot for vegetarians but the service was good. We could have spent a little longer there, it seems easy to get around.MaxineUnited Kingdom - 8.0Scored 8.0
Great little town, wouldn’t spend more than a day or two...
Great little town, wouldn’t spend more than a day or two here unless you were using as a base to go and see the orangutans and rainforest discovery centre or island tours. Great water front dinners. Shopping mall and grocery store close to water front. Nice vibe.WendyAustralia - 8.0Scored 8.0
It’s my home town and I have lots of fond memories.
It’s my home town and I have lots of fond memories. Fresh seafood paradise and amazing mixed cuisine with traditional Chinese, Malaysian food and Indian dishes. Everything in the food market is super cheap and fresh. The town centre is looking undeveloped and unloved.PeaseUnited Kingdom - 4.0Scored 4.0
Not much to do in the town or much to see and nowhere very...
Not much to do in the town or much to see and nowhere very nice places to eat/drink. Unfortunately it is quite run down so book a decent hotel to stay in and make the most of the experiences available in the area.NormaUnited Kingdom
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- From R$ 422.61 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,332 reviewsOur room had a comfortable bed and three chairs. We love chairs in a hotel room. We enjoy sitting in chairs and not on the bed. There is space for luggage. Nice bathroom with separate shower and tub. The room was clean. We loved looking out on the pool… beautiful view. The restaurants were all very good. We enjoyed each one. Good food. Great staff! Pool staff were helpful and friendly. All the staff from concierge to front desk were wonderful. The housekeeping staff was great. We had a wonderful stay. Thank you.SampagaUnited States
- From R$ 99.43 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 465 reviews*People managing this place are simply amazing.. They contact you 1-day before arrival to arrange for your check-in *Self check-in was so detailed and easy *Perfect location *Great value.. Drinking water and refillable water bottle provided ❤️ * Spotless clean, everything works, Great WIFI * Gives you free guides for Sandakan and Sepilok, and the lady helped me book the river tour in Sepilok.. I wish I could stay longer.. :)Mado HaddadEgypt
- From R$ 286.70 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 432 reviewsHotel 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.
AndrewNew Zealand - From R$ 579.37 per night9.0Scored 9.0SuperbRated superb· 423 reviewsThe hotel had a great view in the reception area as well as from the room. Each room was a separate cabin which had more privacy, we loved it. The reception staff was very helpful. He sent us to a nice room with good views. Room was pretty big for 2 people and was clean We enjoyed our stay in there. Thank you!
Steven RosendahlUnited States - From R$ 123.88 per night7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 676 reviewsI like this place very cheap if u book online and the room is big. Nice and clean... how many times already I stay here.. I'm very recommended this place , hotel very near to all restaurant Starbucks, mcd and bataras .. Next time when we go sandakan we actually book this hotel .JohnyMalaysia
- From R$ 93.18 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 461 reviewsI had my best sleep in Sandakan here, the bed was great- firm but not hard- loved it. The view is lovely and the location of this place is great- although in the middle of a busy area, the rooms are quiet and relaxing.ZakrzewskiUnited Kingdom
- From R$ 93.18 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 461 reviewsthe location is very good and close to the shopping mall, it's easy to find a place to eat and there are many restaurants nearby, but it's a little difficult to find a parking lot near the hotel..NNurlinaMalaysia
- From R$ 238.92 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 320 reviewsGreat and Budget hotel. Nice room and comfortable. Just 5 minutes to the main town. Near with the Pasar Malam. I was book from online. More cheap because they have promo rate.CCikMalaysia
- From R$ 99.43 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very goodRated very good· 465 reviewsAlthough the hotel is located on a busy road, it's surprisingly quiet in the room. Clean. Shops and restaurants are within walking distance.JürgenGermany
- From R$ 128.97 per night6.6Scored 6.6PleasantRated pleasant· 7 reviewsIt is close to the airport I would say Sandakan was not the best place to be and wouldn;t recommend the area Was easy to check inLucyUnited Kingdom
- From R$ 238.92 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 474 reviewsHotel is in a perfect location, staff are friendly and helpful, room is very comfortable. Dyah at reception was particularly good!DonnaAustralia
- From R$ 305.81 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,386 reviewsthe hotel is very comfortable for sabah standarts. The room was clean with air conditioner. The breakfast was very nice as well.
AnastasiaSpain - From R$ 286.70 per night7.6Scored 7.6GoodRated good· 432 reviewsQuick check in and check out. The fastest I’ve ever experienced from any hotel. Breakfast provided. Our room had a balcony.LLauraAustralia
- From R$ 238.92 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 320 reviewsNew hotel. Very clean...good value for money.. Very recommended to everybody wan to stay in Sandakanmuhamad aizatMalaysia
- From R$ 94.02 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very goodRated very good· 542 reviewsI had a lovely time here! Would stay here again :) Best place in Sandakan City for a BackpackerDominikMalaysia
- From R$ 305.81 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very goodRated very good· 1,386 reviewsGood location and fine hotel for a short stay. As advertised.TravisUnited States
- 7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 111 reviewsThe location is strategic and for budget hotel is just niceJennjenniferMalaysia
- From R$ 422.61 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very goodRated very good· 1,332 reviewsMost reputable hotel in Sandakan cityAdibaMalaysia
- From R$ 238.92 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 474 reviewsRecommended hotel in SandakannordianaMalaysia
ZahirulMalaysia
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