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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.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
1,278 reviews
Price from$44.85per night
Sabah Hotel, hotel in Sandakan

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

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
1,271 reviews
Price from$70.76per night
Tyng Garden Hotel, hotel in Sandakan

Located in Sandakan just 1.9 mi away from Sandakan Airport, Tyng Garden Hotel features tastefully furnished guestrooms fitted with a flat-screen TV.

7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
684 reviews
Price from$20.11per night
Marine Bay Hotel, hotel in Sandakan

Marine Bay Hotel has accommodations in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

7.7
Scored 7.7
Good
Rated good
432 reviews
Price from$18.38per night
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.

7.4
Scored 7.4
Good
Rated good
331 reviews
Price from$30.42per night
Super OYO 1027 Hotel London, hotel in Sandakan

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

6.8
Scored 6.8
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
347 reviews
Price from$12.69per night
Hotel Sandakan, hotel in Sandakan

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.

7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
463 reviews
Price from$34.12per night
Labuk Hotel, hotel in Sandakan

Operating a 24-hour front desk, Labuk Hotel features modern and comfortable accommodations located just 1.2 mi from Sandakan Airport.

7.8
Scored 7.8
Good
Rated good
320 reviews
Price from$22.18per night
2 Inn 1 Boutique Hotel & Spa, hotel in Sandakan

Located 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.

7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
326 reviews
Price from$40.14per night
Super OYO 43930 Hotel Esplanade, hotel in Sandakan

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.

7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
195 reviews
Price from$19.33per night
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Budget hotels in Sandakan

  • Hotel Sandakan
    Cheap hotel

    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.

    Hotel was clean and covenient. Breakfast was superb

    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 462 reviews
  • Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel
    Cheap hotel

    Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel is a 2-star property located in Sandakan.

  • Hotel Meliden
    Cheap hotel

    Hotel Meliden has accommodations in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service. At the hotel, the rooms include a desk.

    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 14 reviews
  • Hotel Western
    Cheap hotel

    Hotel 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
    Cheap hotel

    Alonto Hotel is offering accommodations in Sandakan. The 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom and free WiFi.

    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 28 reviews

Hotels located in the center of Sandakan

  • Hotel Prima
    Central location

    Hotel Prima has accommodations in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hotel has family rooms.

    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3 reviews
  • SUSAN HOTEL SEAFRONT
    Central location

    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.

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9 reviews
  • 2 Inn 1 Boutique Hotel & Spa
    Central location

    Located 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

    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 326 reviews
  • Hotel Premier Inn (Prima Square)
    Central location

    Hotel Premier Inn (Prima Square) provides accommodations in Sandakan. The property has room service and a 24-hour front desk for guests.

    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 33 reviews
  • The Mark's Lodge
    Central location

    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.

    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 63 reviews
  • The Pavilion Hotel
    Central location

    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.

    vriendelijke personeel erg rustig en voelde ons welkom.

    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 331 reviews
  • Sandakan Inn
    Central location

    Sandakan Inn is located in Sandakan. This 3-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. At the hotel, all rooms are equipped with a closet.

    Staff is super friendly.. Clean and great place to stay..

    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 49 reviews
  • The Hotel
    Central location

    The Hotel has accommodations in Sandakan. Among the facilities at this property are room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi throughout the property.

    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 7 reviews

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What Guests Said About Sandakan:

  • 6.0
    Scored 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.
    Andy
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 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.
    Maxine
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Wendy
    Australia
  • 8.0
    Scored 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.
    Pease
    United Kingdom
  • 4.0
    Scored 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.
    Norma
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0
    Scored 8.0

    Beautiful place. Lots of nature.

    Beautiful place. Lots of nature. We visited the Borneo Sunbear conservation centre, The orang utan sanctuary, the Rainfoest Discovery Centre and the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Centre. All above were very interesting and nicely done. However, you do need a car to get about as distances are far from Sabah Hotel. Ride-sharing app (Grabcar) is a good alternative. Seafood is cheap, plentiful and yummy in the Chinese restaurants
    Kanahes
    Malaysia

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Sandakan

  • From $21.68 per night
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 49 reviews
    I 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.Thadeus
    Malaysia
  • From $54.76 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 430 reviews
    Basic hotel with basic amenities and facilities. Overall, it is a hotel for someone to get some sleep and rest and nothing more than that. Breakfast is pretty good. The location for the hotel is close to townships with restaurants and eateries outlets - but you need to take a taxi or car. It is not far from these restaurants or shops. If you are not driving, you must get an UBER/Grab. You cannot walk - may take more than 20 mins walk.
    Sei Khong
    United Arab Emirates
  • From $110.67 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 391 reviews
    My new favourite place on Earth! No words can explain how amazing this place is! Amazing location for exploring the rainforest and Sandakan. Luxury facilities, surrounded by nature. Lovely helpful staff (shout out to Ru!) and great food. Really stunning place! If you need a guide contact Safar 00 60 11 4048 5579 and ask reception for Azahar who’s driven us around Sandakan. Everyone’s taken a great care of us!
    Katarzyna
    United Kingdom
  • From $72.56 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 474 reviews
    The staff was incredibly nice and accommodating. I work remote and after getting to the resort, found out the wifi didn’t work and I had no cell service (U mobile has no coverage here). the wonderful hotel staff let me use their hotspots so I could get work done. the price seems high for the area, but it was clean, the food was good, and the river was close.
    Justin
    United States of America
  • From $22.42 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 424 reviews
    Great central location Clean and neat self-check-in hotel Additional amenities provided (like ear plugs, toothpaste) Arrived early and could get the room early Rented a car at a good rate, car was available within 30 minutes Luggage storage was provided Affordable price Highly recommend!
    Kevin
    Austria
  • From $47.92 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 462 reviews
    The best hotel i feel in centre of town , stopped in twin delux room large and clean,english TV channels,clean room,sheets towels etc,bathroom large and clean ,staff very frendly ,cafe on ground floor,resturant 1st floor but did not use ,5 mins walk to waterfront ,would stay there again
    Duncan
    United Kingdom
  • From $23.66 per night
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 684 reviews
    I 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 .
    Johny
    Malaysia
  • From $53.82 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,278 reviews
    The hotel was right by the water. The staff was very friendly. The rooms were nice. Management was very responsive, they moved me from my room to a suite after having a lot of problems with the water pressure in my room.
    Tom
    United States of America
  • From $110.67 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 391 reviews
    This place was superb! Great location, can walk to sun bears and Sepilok. Food and drink amazing here. Definitely the best place to eat here in Sabah! loads of wildlife by your cabin. very clean.
    Nick
    United Kingdom
  • From $76.42 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,270 reviews
    Nice hotel with friendly staff. Stayed here before and after river cruise. Food in cafe very good as well as breakfast. Nice swimming pool
    Blu
    United States of America
  • From $76.42 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,270 reviews
    The hotel is very nice and clean. Service very good. The pool area is big enough and the water is pleasantly warm.
    Terje Kask
    Estonia
  • From $17.96 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 499 reviews
    I had a lovely time here! Would stay here again :) Best place in Sandakan City for a Backpacker
    Dominik
    Malaysia
  • From $22.42 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 424 reviews
    Great new hotel in centre of Sandakan, clean rooms, friendly staff and a cheap price. Bargain!
    stephen
    United Kingdom
  • From $53.82 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,278 reviews
    Very well located hotel, right in the center of Sandakan, nice staff. 20min from the airport.
    Anna
    Singapore
  • From $58.10 per night
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 35 reviews
    I am very satisfied with this homestay. Surely will repeat here when visit Sandakan again.
    zainuddin
    Malaysia
  • From $23.52 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 320 reviews
    The location of the hotel is near to restaurants, kolej komuniti Sandakan,masjid and etc.
    MOHD IZUAN NIZAM
    Malaysia
  • 7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 115 reviews
    The location is strategic and for budget hotel is just nice
    Jennjennifer
    Malaysia
  • From $54.76 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 430 reviews
    Consider best and modern hotel in Sandakan.
    Henny
    Malaysia
  • From $45.64 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 326 reviews
    Comfy room and the hotel nice
    Adzhar
    Malaysia
  • From $25.94 per night
    6.8
    Scored 6.8
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 347 reviews
    Cheap transit hotel
    Ahmed Shifaz
    Maldives