Sabah Hotel
About this property
Perched on top of a hill, this resort is surrounded by the tropical rainforests of Borneo. It features an outdoor swimming pool and guests can enjoy dining options at 4 of the in-house restaurants or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. It is 0.9 mi to Sandakan Palace, while Harbor Mall Sandakan and Sandakan Liberation Monument are 1.2 mi away. Gentingmas Mall is 1.1 mi from the property. Sabah Hotel is 7.5 mi from Sandakan Airport. Modern air-conditioned rooms feature a TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Coffee/tea making facilities and a mini-bar are included. Free newspapers are provided daily. Guests of Sabah can play a game of tennis or squash or exercise in the fitness center. Alternatively, they can sing in the hotel’s karaoke room. Other facilities include a children’s playground and a tour desk. Overlooking the pool, Plantation Café offers a rich selection of both local and international dishes. The Ming Restaurant serves authentic Oriental cuisine and dim sum specialties.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Spa
- Non-smoking rooms
- Fitness center
- Room service
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Sophia
United States
“Great rooms, very nice and comfy. The resort itself is very polished and looks good. The breakfast was yummy as well with a lot of options.” - Daniel
Switzerland
“Nice swimming pool area and very friendly staff and personal! Bartenders excellent and now also know how to make a superb Long Island ice tea!” - Janis
United Kingdom
“Stayed a night either side of a safari. Met the monitor lizard who had a quick swim in the pool. Rooms are large. Staff were helpful and let us leave our large suitcase during our safari. Breakfast was enough before our travel days. We found...” - Elaine
United Kingdom
“Staff were lovely, great pool to relax by and swim, rooms very comfortable, easy walk to Sandakan town. Breakfast was good. Great Chinese restaurant on site.” - Barbara
United Kingdom
“Excellent location just outside town. Lovely room with very comfy bed. Gorgeous pool, helpful staff.” - Roy
United States
“The property was very modern and clean and the swimming pool was really nice. We ate at the café and it was delicious. All of the workers were very friendly and helpful.” - Jan
United States
“Large rooms, tea kettle & daily water included. Staff very nice & helpful.” - Nick
United Kingdom
“The location of the hotel, its facilities, pleasant staff and a good sized room with good bathroom and shower.” - Jason
United States
“Check in and check out went very smooth and staff was super friendly!” - Obasanmi
United Kingdom
“charming old hotel with well appointed rooms which were clean and spacious. excellent wifi and fantastic Chinese restaurant in house .”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
- Plantation Cafe
- CuisineItalian • Malaysian • Local • Asian • International
- Open forBreakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
- Ming Restaurant
- CuisineCantonese • Chinese • Asian
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- AmbienceFamily-friendly
- Dietary optionsHalal • Vegetarian
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 6 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.




The fine print
From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Sabah Hotel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.