About this property
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort is a nature retreat in Sandakan, a 15-minute walk from the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Center. Providing rooms in a natural environment, it has a plunge pool and free Wi-Fi in restaurant area. Simply furnished, the air-conditioned chalets feature wooden walls and floors. All chalets come with a private bathroom, equipped with hot-water showers. The mixed dormitory room comes with fan and shared bathroom with hot-water showers. Sepilok Forest Edge Resort is a 20-minute drive from Sandakan Airport. Free parking is available. Guests can arrange tour excursion and jungle treks at the reception. The resort also provides laundry services and foreign currency exchange. Both local and Western cuisines are served at the on-site restaurant.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free parking
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Breakfast
- Free crib available on request
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ying
United States“Room is very clean and of a good size. We had a nice balcony facing a lake. The outside shower is interesting and something new to try. Dinner is delicious. Breakfast (included in the room rate) is ok and with limited choices. Staff is very nice...” - Clark United States“This resort is very convenient to the animal, sanctuaries, and is an amazing jungle setting. We stayed in both the dorm style rooms and the chalets. Everything was clean and well kept, the staff was friendly and helped with booking excursions”
- Alessandro
Italy“The proximity to various attractions. The facility was very well-kept. Even though we stayed in a dormitory, it was clean and quiet. The food was good, and the staff was very friendly. I recommend staying more than one night” - Julie
Canada“Beautiful setting, food at the restaurant (The Nest) was excellent, the staff were very friendly, less than 15 minute walk to the Orangutan sanctuary. Room very clean. Nice outdoor shower.” 
Bailey
United Kingdom“The grounds are gorgeous and the location is perfect for Sepilok and the Rainforest Discovery Centre - both a short walk. I had a lovely meal in the restaurant for dinner in the evening. The staff were incredibly helpful and arranged a canopy...”- Kathryn Canada“Great restaurant for vegans and everyone else. Very friendly and helpful staff. They arranged a taxi to the airport for us that came right on time. Just be aware you need cash for a key deposit, taxi and entry to the Discovery Center and...”
- Andrew United States“Only stayed one night but had a great time! The dinner and breakfast were fantastic and the property is absolutely gorgeous. We got to spend about 15 minutes observing a large male orangutan on our morning walk around the resort property! It was...”
- Anne United States“Beautiful setting and thoughtful layout - it felt like a very nice summer camp! Friendly restaurant staff. Lots of animals around in the mornings. Walkable to numerous sites in the area. Loved the outdoor bathrooms.”
- Harry United Kingdom“Great value for money and ideally located, 10 minutes walk from the orangutan and sun bear sanctuary's. The hotel can also help arrange day trips/overnight trips to kinabatangan river etc. Staff were always super friendly, welcoming and happy to...”
- Catriona United Kingdom“We were upgraded to the glamping villa which was amazing! The food was fabulous in the restaurant and the staff very friendly and accommodating.”
Area info
Restaurants
- The Nest Restaurant
- CuisineMalaysian • Pizza • International
- Open forBrunch • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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
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.
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort will not be responsible for any valuables left or lost by the guest in the rooms.
Safety Deposit Boxes are available free of charge at the front office counter
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 Sepilok Forest Edge Resort 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.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
A damage deposit of MYR 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
