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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 Prier back in 1879.
Sabah Hotel
Perched on top of a hill, this resort is surrounded by the tropical rainforests of Borneo.
The Pavilion Hotel
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.
Super OYO 1027 Hotel London
Super OYO 1027 Hotel London is located in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.
Super OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana
Super OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana is located in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.
Super OYO 43930 Hotel Esplanade
Super OYO 43930 Hotel Esplanade is offering accommodations in Sandakan. Featuring a shared lounge, the 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.
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.
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 private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
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.
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.
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7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 473 reviews
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Sandakan's best hotels with breakfast
The Pavilion Hotel
Hotel in SandakanBreakfast options7.5Scored 7.5GoodRated good· 353 reviewsLocated 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· 473 reviewsHotel 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.
Hotel was clean and covenient. Breakfast was superb
Hotel Western
Hotel in SandakanBreakfast optionsHotel Western provides free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Sandakan. The hotel features family rooms. All guest rooms 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 accommodations in Sandakan. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.
Hotels located in the center of Sandakan
SUSAN HOTEL SEAFRONT
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 9 reviewsSUSAN 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.
2 Inn 1 Boutique Hotel & Spa
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 315 reviewsLocated in Sandakan, Sabah, 2 Inn 1 Boutique Hotel & Spa is a 5-minute drive to the city center. 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· 319 reviewsOperating a 24-hour front desk, Labuk Hotel features modern and comfortable accommodations located just 1.2 mi from Sandakan Airport.
The smell of the room but not much eateries around
Marine Bay Hotel
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 454 reviewsMarine Bay Hotel has accommodations 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
Hotel Premier Inn (Prima Square)
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.7Scored 7.7GoodRated good· 37 reviewsHotel Premier Inn (Prima Square) provides accommodations in Sandakan. The property has room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.
Clean and comfortable rooms. Near bank, restaurants, MR DIY.
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 private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi in public areas.
Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 5 reviewsCapital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel is a 2-star property located in Sandakan.
Lady Anne Hotel Sandkan
Hotel in SandakanCentral location7.1Scored 7.1GoodRated good· 8 reviewsLady Anne Hotel Sandkan is offering accommodations in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. All guest rooms in the hotel are equipped with an electric tea pot.
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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 $21.86 per night7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 57 reviewsI had an early flight to Sandakan and headed straight to the hotel. I've requested for an early check-in (between 9am-10am). The hotel was very accommodating to allow an early check-in so I can refresh myself before going for my appointment. I don't usually take breakfast because all I need to start my day is a cup of hot coffee. Glad to see that there's a coffee & tea facility at the lounge so I can have my coffee the way I like it, even if it's instant coffee.
Imelda.ThadeusMalaysia - From $37.29 per night6.5Scored 6.5PleasantRated pleasant· 4 reviewsApartment was spacious. Host provided all basic necessities for the 2 bedrooms and a kitchen. Security was pretty good. Contact with the host was provided. Washing machine was working great. While we were there in the first few days the host installed WiFi Internet. It worked great. It was nice to have a rice cooker and electric kettle in the kitchen. Balcony had a nice view and had a drying rack for our Laundry.ChrisCanada
- From $61.68 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 522 reviewsThe staff was/is extremely friendly and helpful as someone already mentioned 12 out of 10 in the ranking. Bobot our guide needs a special mentioning, very knowledgeable about the animals, and a fun person to be with. The driver to got us to the Lodge SAHA, already explained a lot about Sabah and the Lodge, very helpful. It should be mentioned, you are in a Lodge in the middle of nowhere, don't expect.a 5star Hotel
HerbertAustria - 9.0Scored 9.0WonderfulRated wonderful· 416 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. Restaurant food was good Room was pretty big for 2 people and was clean We enjoyed our stay in there. Thank you!Steven RosendahlUnited States of America
- From $23.87 per night7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 671 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 $19.16 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 462 reviewsThe hotel owner is very very helpful! We rented a bike through the hotel and we could always text with questions about our stay or how to book a bus. Even later in the evening we got a quick response!SonjaLaos
- From $21.86 per night7.0Scored 7.0GoodRated good· 57 reviewsI would like to stay here again for my next trip to sandakan because the hotel here is clean and tidy. Furthermore, staff and reception here is very helpful and nice. Thank you very muchAAFIFMalaysia
- From $46.03 per night7.8Scored 7.8GoodRated good· 473 reviewsEverything went well for me on all expects, except if it could be renovated or upgrade dome of its facilities... its a must stay hotel anyone visiting Sandakan for Bizs or pleasure
AlexMalaysia - From $58.92 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 1,373 reviewsVery centrally located if you want to visit Sandakan, the room was a good size and clean with a comfortable bed and sea view. The bathroom and shower were excellent.
NoelUnited Kingdom - From $58.92 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 1,373 reviews- great location, just next the bay and the waterfront - the breakfast buffet is great and various, with lots of local dishes -the staff is accommodating and nice
Luca MarcianoSweden - From $45.67 per night8.0Scored 8.0Very GoodRated very good· 17 reviewsGreat little place, perfect location close to a lot of restaurants, cafés, and shops. The hotel is lovely, clean, well kept.ArjunUnited Kingdom
- From $61.68 per night8.1Scored 8.1Very GoodRated very good· 522 reviewsFlexibility. You can book a night apart from the activities. I didn’t find any other hotel that allowed me this.JesúsSpain
- From $36.82 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 315 reviewsNew hotel. Very clean...good value for money.. Very recommended to everybody wan to stay in Sandakanmuhamad aizatMalaysia
- From $19.16 per night8.4Scored 8.4Very GoodRated very good· 462 reviewsGreat new hotel in centre of Sandakan, clean rooms, friendly staff and a cheap price. Bargain!stephenUnited Kingdom
- From $32.70 per night7.4Scored 7.4GoodRated good· 5 reviewsEventhough I consider it as a budget hotel, but they provide lift service for in house guest.
ChristopherMalaysia - From $85.76 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 1,325 reviewsComfortable feeling at the hotel. Much nicer ambience than in Sandakan city.
FabianAustria - From $85.76 per night8.2Scored 8.2Very GoodRated very good· 1,325 reviewsAll is superb. I'm happy staying in Sabah hotelAAnonymousMalaysia
- From $36.82 per night7.9Scored 7.9GoodRated good· 315 reviewsComfy room and the hotel nice
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ZahirulMalaysia- From $26.91 per night6.7Scored 6.7PleasantRated pleasant· 349 reviewsNormal Hotel
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