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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 Pryer back in 1879.

The room wasn’t the worst and the position of it was right in the centre.
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
1,374 reviews
Price fromTHB 1,917.29per night
Sabah Hotel, hotel in Sandakan

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

Lovely place to stay! Great pool and Saturday night bbq buffet was amazing!
8.2
Scored 8.2
Very good
Rated very good
1,326 reviews
Price fromTHB 2,773.40per night
The Pavilion Hotel, hotel in Sandakan

Situated 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.

Value for money. Breakfast is excellent
7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
354 reviews
Price fromTHB 1,198.35per night
Super OYO 1027 Hotel London, hotel in Sandakan

Super OYO 1027 Hotel London is offering accommodation in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

The staff are great
6.7
Scored 6.7
Pleasant
Rated pleasant
351 reviews
Price fromTHB 488.60per night
Super OYO 1026 Hotel Lutana, hotel in Sandakan

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

Everything
7.1
Scored 7.1
Good
Rated good
211 reviews
Price fromTHB 542.84per 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.

- clean, spacious and nice rooms - great free breakfast - helpful and friendly staff
7.6
Scored 7.6
Good
Rated good
431 reviews
Price fromTHB 2,094.78per 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.

No restaurant. I only found out when i checked in
8.1
Scored 8.1
Very good
Rated very good
84 reviews
Price fromTHB 985.45per 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 en suite bathrooms and free Wi-Fi in public areas.

7.5
Scored 7.5
Good
Rated good
66 reviews
Price fromTHB 1,313.23per 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.

Room dirty
5.4
Scored 5.4
Average
Rated passable
46 reviews
Price fromTHB 691.31per night
Hotel Prima, hotel in Sandakan

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

What an excellent little hotel. Ideal for a stay before traveling to airport early the next day. Brilliant aircon and spotlessly clean
8.9
Scored 8.9
Fabulous
Rated fabulous
13 reviews
Price fromTHB 894.87per night
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Budget hotels in Sandakan

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

    Hotel Sandakan is situated in the city centre, only 200 metres from the Sulu seafront. It features two restaurants and offers free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.

    Hotel was clean and covenient. Breakfast was superb

  • The Elopura Hotel
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,374 reviews

    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 Pryer back in 1879.

    I really like the location. Accessible to anywhere 👍🏼

  • Hotel Western

    Hotel Western offers free WiFi throughout the property and rooms with air conditioning in Sandakan. The hotel features family rooms. The units in the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV.

  • Alonto Hotel
    5.8
    Scored 5.8
    Above average
    Rated okay
     · 29 reviews

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

Hotels located in the centre of Sandakan

  • SUSAN HOTEL SEAFRONT
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 9 reviews

    SUSAN HOTEL SEAFRONT features accommodation 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 centre. 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
     · 319 reviews

    Operating a 24-hour front desk, Labuk Hotel features modern and comfortable accommodation situated just 2 km 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
     · 37 reviews

    Situated in Sandakan, Hotel Premier Inn (Prima Square) offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The accommodation features 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 en suite bathrooms and free Wi-Fi in public areas.

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

    Situated 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

  • Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews

    Capital O 90939 Sandakan Central Hotel is set in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with a private bathroom. All guest rooms at the hotel come with a seating area.

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

    Lady Anne Hotel Sandkan is located in Sandakan. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk. All units in the hotel are equipped with a kettle.

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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 THB 2,252.28 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 522 reviews
    Staff is nice, always smiling and asking if you need anything. But they are also shy and don't connect. We rented a car from Avis in Sandakan airport (158 RM per day) and drove to the lodge. Any small car can reach the lodge. There are some pot holes in some places but overall not too bad at all. On the way back we stopped at Sepilok to watch the morning feeding. Contact Avis but Whatsapp as they don't confirm booking.com reservations in a timely matter, +60-17-861-9451.
    Nava
    United States
  • From THB 798.38 per night
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 57 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 THB 2,016.96 per night
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 431 reviews
    Hotel is very modern, rooms like new and whole place is spotless. Staff are brilliant, let us check about 6 hours early on 2 separate stays. They open the door for you. Tasty buffet breakfast with lots of choices included. Best hotel I've stayed in Malaysia. I'm surprised doesn't have a higher score/rating. Loads of eating places 5 mins walk away is a bonus. Pool also clean and great to cool off.
    Andrew
    New Zealand
  • From THB 699.47 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 462 reviews
    It was a great location. The facility was very clean. my room had a lot of the original cabinets and they were in very nice condition, very well maintained. The staff was very accommodating. And there was a nice convenience. Store right at the hotel. The ocean was 300 m away. I always felt safe highly recommend.
    Spencer
    United States
  • From THB 871.53 per night
    7.0
    Scored 7.0
    Good
    Rated good
     · 672 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 THB 982.65 per night
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 351 reviews
    The location is perfect to explore the city. The beds and pillows are confortable. The man at reception is very nice and helpful. This hotel could be perfect if a little cleaner. The curtains were absolutely disgusting. That's too bad because there is a lot of positive things
    S
    Sylvie
    France
  • From THB 3,131.67 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,326 reviews
    The hotel is set in the middle of a tropical jungle, with a beautiful pool, a well equipped gym that also has a steam room and a sauna! The buffet breakfast was good and the entire hotel staff were excellent, everyone!!!
    Charles
    United States
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 417 reviews
    Staff were so friendly and amazing. Food was delicious, the highlight though was seeing oranguatans and langurs in the forest walk behind the hotel. That was truly amazing and the staff helped us identify what we saw.
    P
    Pooja
    United States
  • From THB 907.32 per night
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 7 reviews
    Hotel was near the airport, we needed to stay in an area near the airport and close to the Sepilok Sanctuary, it was perfect for a night and the restaurant across the street was also very nice and clean.
    Amina
    United States
  • From THB 699.47 per night
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 462 reviews
    The staff was really helpful and they were all the time answer our questions. The room was comfortable and clean. There are just a few options to stay in Sandakan and this hotel was really good.
    Jorge
    Chile
  • From THB 1,344.64 per night
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 315 reviews
    Great and Budget hotel. Nice room and comfortable. Just 5 minutes to the main town. Near with the Pasar Malam. I was book from online. More cheap because they have promo rate.
    C
    Cik
    Malaysia
  • From THB 2,151.43 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,374 reviews
    Location is the best bit about this hotel. Stayed for one night. Staff helpful at reception. Good selection at breakfast. Nice sea view from room.
    Amy
    United Kingdom
  • From THB 907.32 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 THB 1,680.80 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 473 reviews
    The hotel is situated not far from the town. The room was a nice size. Staff were very helpful. Breakfast was OK.
    Paul
    United Kingdom
  • From THB 2,252.28 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 522 reviews
    Flexibility. You can book a night apart from the activities. I didn’t find any other hotel that allowed me this.
    Jesús
    Spain
  • From THB 3,131.67 per night
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,326 reviews
    I like the room as it is spacious (we booked a junior suite). The hotel atmosphere is nice to chill and relax.
    Edelyn Torrefranca
    Malaysia
  • From THB 2,151.43 per night
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,374 reviews
    Good bed, AC and hot shower. Bfast buffet included. The food truck concept by the water was fun.
    Rebecca
    United States
  • From THB 1,194.15 per night
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 5 reviews
    Eventhough I consider it as a budget hotel, but they provide lift service for in house guest.
    Christopher
    Malaysia
  • From THB 907.32 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 319 reviews
    The location of the hotel is near to restaurants, kolej komuniti Sandakan,masjid and etc.
    MOHD IZUAN NIZAM
    Malaysia
  • From THB 1,680.80 per night
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 473 reviews
    Hotel near mall and restaurant
    Geoffrey
    Malaysia