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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.

It served a purpose for the night
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very Good
Rated very good
1,350 reviews
Price from$46.15per night
Sabah Hotel, hotel in Sandakan

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

Clean, nice swimming pool, good restaurant. Best hotel in Sandakan.
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
1,309 reviews
Price from$67.63per 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.

7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
349 reviews
Price from$30.36per 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.

All
6.7
Scored 6.7
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
344 reviews
Price from$11.13per night
Super OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana, hotel in Sandakan

Super OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana is located in Sandakan. With free WiFi, this 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk.

Walk in rate RM75 Booking.com RM60
7.2
Scored 7.2
Good
Rated good
210 reviews
Price from$12.60per 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.

Far from restaurants and shops but close to places we want to see
7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
194 reviews
Price from$9.16per night
Livingston Hotel, hotel in Sandakan

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.

Quick check in and check out. The fastest I’ve ever experienced from any hotel. Breakfast provided. Our room had a balcony.
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
432 reviews
Price from$50.61per night
The Mark's Lodge, hotel in Sandakan

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.

Staff was friendly, room are clean
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
66 reviews
Price from$31.21per night
Sanbay Hotel, hotel in Sandakan

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.

The executive twin room is very spacious and well appointed with ample space for luggage, a large wardrobe, chair, tables, etc. The bathroom is also very generously sized. Everything functioned well except for the WiFi which often stopped working/was very slow. Otherwise it was quite quiet and relaxing - perfect for anybody who is in need of a peaceful space! Note that they do in fact take credit card (unlike what it says on this website).
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
83 reviews
Price from$22.77per night
Hotel City Star, hotel in Sandakan

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.

It has lift
5.5
Scored 5.5
Average
Rated fair
45 reviews
Price from$15.39per night
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Budget hotels in Sandakan

  • Hotel Sandakan
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 470 reviews

    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

  • Hotel Meliden
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 16 reviews

    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.

  • Hotel Western

    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
    6.0
    Scored 6.0
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 28 reviews

    Alonto 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
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9 reviews

    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.

  • 2 Inn 1 Boutique Hotel & Spa
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 315 reviews

    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

  • Labuk Hotel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 321 reviews

    Operating 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

  • Hotel Premier Inn (Prima Square)
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 35 reviews

    Hotel 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
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 66 reviews

    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.

  • The Pavilion Hotel
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 349 reviews

    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.

    The room is very spacious.. the aircond is very cool

  • Lady Anne Hotel Sandkan
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 8 reviews

    Lady 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.

  • Tyng Garden Hotel
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 676 reviews

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

    bilik untuk family sangat luas, bersih & selesa

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What Guests Said About Sandakan:

  • 6.0
    Scored 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.
    Oleg
    Singapore
  • 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

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Sandakan

  • From $18.27 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 451 reviews
    I have booked this hotel through the Booking.com. The hotel staff has called for double confirmation. Since the hotel room was full, the staff upgraded my room to a queen bed type. The staff is very responsible and helpful. The room is big and the bed is very comfortable. The toilet is also clean and big. There is wifi and it is guaranteed in terms of security because every tenant will be given a door passcode. The price is worth it. Easy to park a car. I will book this hotel again if I come to Sandakan. The best!
    MUHD AMINUDDIN ASMAD
    Malaysia
  • From $54.65 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 432 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 $58.30 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,350 reviews
    My husband and I had a great one-night stay at the Elopura! The room was clean, quiet after 10 p.m. (it was loud with music right outside until then), and modern. We had a sea view which was lovely. The location was right next to the mall and seafood restaurants. It was also wonderful having Netflix set up in the room. The breakfast was fine. Definitely recommended for a short stay.
    Leah Murf
    United States of America
  • From $23.62 per night
    7.1
    Scored 7.1
    Good
    Rated good
     · 676 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 $61.03 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 509 reviews
    The location was lovely, but not directly on the river - you can see squirrels in the trees, as well as monkeys and other forrest animals. At night you can see bats! Breakfast was served in a buffet style with fried rice, fried eggs, sausages and toast.
    Wartmann
    Germany
  • From $98.82 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,309 reviews
    We booked last minute and the only room available for our stay was an executive suite. It was a nice spacious room which was great but expensive for Sabah and the facilities/service. The pool was great though and was what made it tbh.
    Norma
    United Kingdom
  • From $110.45 per night
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 406 reviews
    A superb hotel a 6 minute walk away from the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Very spacious and well-equipped wooden lodges in the middle of the rainforest. Very nice staff and great food in the restaurant.
    Anna
    United Kingdom
  • From $17.76 per night
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 444 reviews
    the location is very good and close to the shopping mall, it's easy to find a place to eat and there are many restaurants nearby, but it's a little difficult to find a parking lot near the hotel..
    N
    Nurlina
    Malaysia
  • From $21.63 per night
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 55 reviews
    I 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 much
    A
    AFIF
    Malaysia
  • From $46.68 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 470 reviews
    Everything 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
    Alex
    Malaysia
  • From $23.47 per night
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 7 reviews
    It is close to the airport I would say Sandakan was not the best place to be and wouldn;t recommend the area Was easy to check in
    Lucy
    United Kingdom
  • From $17.92 per night
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 526 reviews
    I had a lovely time here! Would stay here again :) Best place in Sandakan City for a Backpacker
    Dominik
    Malaysia
  • From $31.71 per night
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 4 reviews
    Eventhough I consider it as a budget hotel, but they provide lift service for in house guest.
    Christopher
    Malaysia
  • From $58.30 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,350 reviews
    By the sea (very clean), good choice of restaurants within the hotel complex and in town.
    Muhammad Yusri
    Brunei
  • From $98.82 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,309 reviews
    Comfortable feeling at the hotel. Much nicer ambience than in Sandakan city.
    Fabian
    Austria
  • From $18.27 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 451 reviews
    Very cheap hotel for a quick one night stop.
    Aideen
    Ireland
  • From $54.65 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 432 reviews
    Consider best and modern hotel in Sandakan.
    Henny
    Malaysia
  • From $46.68 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 470 reviews
    The hotel room and the location
    Monique
    Malaysia
  • From $36.44 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 315 reviews
    Comfy room and the hotel nice
    Adzhar
    Malaysia
  • From $23.77 per night
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 344 reviews
    Cheap transit hotel
    Ahmed Shifaz
    Maldives