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Sabah Hotel Sandakan

4.0 star property
Hotel in Sandakan with 3 restaurants and a health club

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Garden
View from property
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Spa
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P5,198
P5,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 39 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 71 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
Km 1 Jalan Utara, Sandakan, Sabah, 90000

What's nearby

  • Agnes Keith House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Saint Michael's and All Angels Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sandakan Harbour Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sandakan Rainforest Park - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre - 30 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Sandakan (SDK) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sim Sim Seafood Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Balin Roof Garden Bar & Bistro - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Palm Garden Chinese Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪鱼船街第二桥 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪San Da Gen Kopitiam - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Upscale hotel
Consider a stay at Sabah Hotel Sandakan and take advantage of a terrace, shopping on site, and a garden. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the 3 on-site restaurants, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 50+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and car rentals on site.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and luggage storage
  • A ballroom, wedding services, and an elevator
Room features
All 114 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with separate tubs/showers and bidets
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Cantonese), Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Lobby Lounge
  • Ming Restaurant
  • Plantation Cafe

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1991
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 103 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 103 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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Frequently asked questions

Does Sabah Hotel Sandakan have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

As of Jun 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sabah Hotel Sandakan on Jun 21, 2025 start from P 5,197.53, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sabah Hotel Sandakan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sabah Hotel Sandakan located?

Situated in Sandakan, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Agnes Keith House, St Michael's & All Angels Church, and Sandakan Heritage Trail. Sandakan Harbour Mall and Saint Michael's and All Angels Church are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Sabah Hotel Sandakan Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 339 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 132 out of 339 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 339 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 339 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 339 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

breakfast is very naice staff is very kind
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Friendly staff, amazing massage at spa, adequate pool! Dining looked ok but easy to Grab to other choices. Hotel is a bit dated but overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Easy to get to.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Stayed 2 nights at Sabah hotel with a day off inbetween. Great room with big bed, great breakfast and pool facilities. Kept bags when we visited Turtle island inbetween the 2 nights
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Excellent hotel to wind down after a long Borneo holiday. Great staff very helpful Lovely surrounds, It was an experience to swim with the local family of monitor lizards in the pool Very enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Staff were polite and courteous. Facilities were very good. It was Ramadan do restaurants were busy at night with feasts.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Just outside the city in a parklike lication. Spotless clean and free from bad odors. The staff is markedly attentive and friendly. Helped me to set up and use a Grab ap to get resonable rates to visit town and other locations. The food is well prepared. Semi pet water monitors vist the pool area. Waterslides, jacuzzi, on premises. Refrigerator and coffee in room. Massage available.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

staff helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Best place to stay in Sandakan
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

This property was perfect for one night before starting our tour.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10

Everything is lovely and wonderful resort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10

Great hotel and pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10

Nice big hotel with great amenities, inc massage and huge pool. Cocktails, drinks served poolside was a massive bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Clean, well kept, well designed with excellent rooms and environment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

The main feature for this hotel is the pool which is fabulous. The staff were extremely helpful. The room was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10

Great room size and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

The staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

Lovely place to retreat to in Sandakan! Wish I discovered this place at the beginning of my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10

Good place for our short stopover in Sdakan. Easy to get into town with Grab. Clean, functionl, very helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10

Fast check-in after a long flight. Friendly staff and food was alright. The room was large but dated. Stayed for a night to join the Eco Tours.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

Staff very friendly and the room clean and tidy too
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Hotel is set in beautiful grounds and has a conlonial feel about it. The history is very interesting . Room very spacious, clean and comfortable. Good breakfast and lovely pool area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10

Lovely hotel, colonial feel and steeped in history. Very comfortable and spacious room, lovely swimming pool and pool bar area. Good choice of food for breakfast. The hotel is surrounded by trees and plants giving a rural and quiet location dispite the main town being just 1km away.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10

Nice pool, enjoyable one night stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023