Hotels in Sandakan, Malaysia

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Km 1 Jalan Utara, Sandakan, Malaysia
Boasting a sauna and an outdoor pool, Sabah Hotel is situated in Sandakan and provides modern accommodation. It offers 4-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.3
Excellent
1547 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
₹ 5,226
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
Located centrally in Sandakan, Sepilok Jungle Resort offers a sauna, an outdoor pool and affordable rooms. There is also a gym with a swimming pool.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.9
Good
1387 reviews
Location
18.8 km from city centre
₹ 2,167
Lot 82 84 Block K Bandar Pasaraya Mile 4 Jalan Uta, Sandakan, Malaysia
This comfortable hotel in Sandakan offers free wireless internet, as well as luggage storage and a 24-hour reception. It provides 3-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
Air conditioning
7.7
Good
208 reviews
Location
4.7 km from city centre
₹ 1,821
Jalan Rambutan, Sepilok Mile 14, Sandakan, Malaysia
Located in Sandakan, Sepilok Forest Edge Resort is within a 20-minute drive of Sandakan Airport and offers a sauna. This resort is set in the heart of the town.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
382 reviews
Location
18.8 km from city centre
₹ 1,584
Block F Lot 139 145 Bandar Utama One Avenue Phase, Sandakan, Malaysia
One Avenue Hotel Sandakan is located in Sandakan and offers guests free Wi-Fi. It also offers luggage storage and a 24-hour reception.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.6
Excellent
143 reviews
Location
7.7 km from city centre
₹ 1,667
Block 8 Unit 28 33 Prima Square Mile 4 North Road, Sandakan, Malaysia
D North Star Hotel & Spa is located in Sandakan and offers free Wi-Fi. It provides 3-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
Air conditioning
8.5
Excellent
188 reviews
Location
5.3 km from city centre
₹ 2,167
Block A3, Bandar Labuk Jaya, Mile 7, Labuk Road, Sandakan, Malaysia
The Pavilion Hotel is located in Sandakan and features a free shuttle service. It offers 3-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.7
Good
482 reviews
Location
9.0 km from city centre
₹ 2,476
Km 22.5 (Mile 14), Jalan Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
Providing a shuttle to Sandakan Airport, plus complimentary wireless internet, Sepilok Nature Resort is a convenient place to stay in Sandakan. It also provides a concierge, a 24-hour reception and a tour desk.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
9.0
Excellent
394 reviews
Location
18.8 km from city centre
₹ 9,251
Lot 1-7, Block 36, Bandar Indah, Sandakan, Malaysia
The Mark's Lodge provides a comfortable setting while in Sandakan. It offers 3-star accommodation with air-conditioned rooms.
Free Wi-Fi
7.7
Good
118 reviews
Location
5.3 km from city centre
₹ 2,000

Tips for booking hotels in Sandakan

Gain useful insights and advice for booking the perfect stay in Sandakan. Price data is based on averages over the past 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Cheapest month:February
Most expensive month:April
Average price in Sandakan:₹ 2,007/night
Cheapest price found:₹ 750/night
Cheapest day:Sunday
Most expensive day:Friday
₹ 1,084 - ₹ 3,662
Average price per night / 3-star hotel. Prices are not fixed and may vary with time.
₹ 1,274 - ₹ 3,351
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Top-rated Sandakan hotels

Browse through properties in Sandakan that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 238 properties in Sandakan and data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
According to our users, these are some of the best hotels to stay at in Sandakan. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
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Hs12, Sandakan Harbour Square, Sandakan, Malaysia
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
₹ 3,084
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Hotel prices in Sandakan

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Sandakan to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Sandakan at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
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2 stars
2 stars and under
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
₹ 2,167
Km 22.5 (Mile 14), Jalan Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
₹ 9,251
Block F Lot 139 145 Bandar Utama One Avenue Phase, Sandakan, Malaysia
₹ 1,667
3 stars
3 stars
Hs12, Sandakan Harbour Square, Sandakan, Malaysia
₹ 3,084
Lot 82 84 Block K Bandar Pasaraya Mile 4 Jalan Uta, Sandakan, Malaysia
₹ 1,821
Jalan Rambutan, Sepilok Mile 14, Sandakan, Malaysia
₹ 1,584
4 stars
4 stars +
Km 1 Jalan Utara, Sandakan, Malaysia
₹ 5,226

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Where to stay in Sandakan

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About Sandakan

Sandakan is a bustling city overlooking the Bay of Sandakan, where international trade and rich World War II history has produced an array of global restaurants and fascinating memorials. The city’s thriving seafood scene is complemented by immersive river cruises, tropical-style bars and surrounding nature experiences.

Things to do in Sandakan

Discover Sandakan’s sobering World War II history at Sandakan Memorial Park, where a rainforest garden now stands on the site of a Japanese POW camp that held over 2,000 Australian and British soldiers. Afterwards, head over to the Sandakan Heritage Museum and explore old photographs and memorabilia showcasing the city’s past. It’s located near the Sandakan Liberation Monument, which commemorates the civilians who died during World War II.

If you’re interested in Chinese culture and architecture, visit the historic Sam Sing Kung Temple that was built in 1887. The temple is part of the Sandakan Heritage Trail, which takes you around the city centre ticking off notable buildings, including the centuries-old Masjid Jamik, Agnes Keith House and the Goddess of Mercy Temple. Don’t miss climbing the Stairs with a Hundred Steps, which will reward you with uninterrupted views of Sandakan and the distant bay.

Do you love animals? Tick off one or more of Sandakan’s nearby wildlife attractions, particularly the Sepilok Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, where you can see friendly orangutans up close. Swap primates for reptiles at the Sandakan Crocodile Farm, which is also home to ostriches and fish.

Outdoor adventurers will love exploring the Gomantong Caves, which are a series of expansive limestone caves where you can hop on guided walking tours. You can also learn more about the region’s ancient rainforest at the Rainforest Discovery Centre or cruise over to Turtle Islands National Park to see turtles laying eggs or turtle hatchlings during specific seasons.

Getting around Sandakan

Sandakan is reached by flying into Sandakan Airport or catching buses from Kota Kinabalu. You can get around town using taxis, buses, communal vans or hired motorbikes.

Facts about staying in Sandakan

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Sandakan to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What are the best hotels in Sandakan?

    Sepilok Nature Resort (9.0/10 from 393 reviews), The Elopura Hotel (8.2/10 from 1,348 reviews), and Sandakan Backpackers Hostel (8.1/10 from 557 reviews) are all highly rated places to stay in Sandakan.

  • What is a good hotel near Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre?

    Sepilok Jungle Resort is a popular hotel near Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre that is highly recommended, with a score of 7.9 across 1,387 reviews.

  • What is a good hotel in Sandakan near Sandakan Harbour Mall?

    Sabah Hotel Sandakan is a hotel near Sandakan Harbour Mall that is popular with HotelsCombined users, scoring 8.3 from 1,547 reviews.

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