Hotel Sandakan

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Scored 7.7
Rated good

Staff

8.9

Cheapest option at this property for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Deluxe Family Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 2 large double beds
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
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Breakfast US$6 (optional)
We have 7 left
US$46 per night
Price US$138
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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About this property

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. Guest rooms are air-conditioned and include a satellite TV and a minibar. Each room features a private bathroom with amenities. Palm Café serves a wide variety of both Malaysian local delights and international dishes. Guests of Sandakan can also enjoy authentic Cantonese cuisine and dim sum specialities at the Palm Garden Restaurant. Sandakan Hotel is located 20 km away from Sandakan Airport. The hotel is 11 km from Sandakan Memorial Park, and less than 5 km away from the Chinese temple of Puh Jih Shih.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • 2 restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast info

Buffet

Rooms with:

  • City view

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child

1 × Deluxe Family Room
Price for:
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
Beds: 2 large double beds
Free stay for your child
Non-refundable
Pay online
Breakfast US$6 (optional)
We have 7 left
US$46 per night
Price US$138
3 nights, 2 adults, 1 child
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Deluxe Family Room
Recommended for 2 adults, 1 child
We have 7 left
  • 2 large double beds
269 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Satellite channels
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$46 per night
Price US$138
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$6
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Max adults: 2 <br> Max children: 1
US$58 per night
Price US$175
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
  • Free stay for your child
Deluxe Double or Twin Room
We have 2 left
  • 2 single beds
269 feet²
City view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$46 per night
Original price
US$172.45
Late Escape Deal
- US$34.49
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$137.96
US$46 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$6
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
US$53 per night
Original price
US$198.98
Late Escape Deal
- US$39.80
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$159.19
US$53 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
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20% off
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Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Superior Twin Room
We have 4 left
  • 2 single beds
206 feet²
Garden view
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$39 per night
Price US$117
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$6
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Max adults: 2
US$46 per night
Price US$138
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
  • discount may be available
Selingan Superior Twin Room
We have 2 left
High floor
  • 2 single beds
City view
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$42 per night
Original price
US$159.18
Late Escape Deal
- US$31.84
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$127.35
US$42 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$6
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max adults: 2
US$50 per night
Original price
US$185.72
Late Escape Deal
- US$37.14
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$148.57
US$50 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Deluxe King Room
We have 1 left
  • 1 large double bed
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$45 per night
Original price
US$169.13
Late Escape Deal
- US$33.83
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$135.31
US$45 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$6
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max adults: 2
US$52 per night
Original price
US$195.67
Late Escape Deal
- US$39.13
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$156.53
US$52 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Selingan Deluxe King Room
We have 2 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed
City view
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$47 per night
Price US$141
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$6
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max adults: 2
US$54 per night
Original price
US$202.30
Late Escape Deal
- US$40.46
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$161.84
US$54 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Selingan Deluxe Family Room
We have 2 left
High floor
  • 2 large double beds
City view
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Max adults: 2
US$50 per night
Original price
US$185.72
Late Escape Deal
- US$37.14
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$148.57
US$50 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast US$6
  • Non-refundable
  • Pay online
Max adults: 2
US$62 per night
Original price
US$232.14
Late Escape Deal
- US$46.43
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Total before taxes
US$185.71
US$62 is the average price per night. This excludes taxes and charges.
20% off
20% off
You’re getting a reduced rate because this property is offering a Late Escape Deal.
Late Escape Deal
Late Escape Deal
This property is offering a discount on stays between 1 Oct 2025–7 Jan 2026.
Excluded: MYR 10 Tourism fee per night, 8 % VAT
  • Good breakfast included
  • Non-refundable
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Guests who stayed here loved

Peter
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very light, spacious and comfortable room. Good buffet breakfast served and included in the price. Very kind and helpful staff, particularly Neil and Emma at reception and Marianna from housekeeping. Great ambassadors for Sandakan. Would...”
Julie
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“The staff was very welcome and helpful. Many thanks!!”
Victoria
Canada Canada
“The room was clean and comfortable, had working air conditioning. It was a great place for a short stay before and after a jungle tour. It's right in the centre of town so you can easily walk to restaurants or the harbour. They also let us store...”
Colin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location, the staff and the cafe. The food buffet selection with freshly cooked options was excellent. The breakfast likewise. The staff were most helpful and gave good local guidance too.”
Nazrul
Malaysia Malaysia
“Value for money, nice location near to city attractions within walking distance superb breakfast that was included”
Emily-jade
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely little hotel. Rooms dated, but clean and big! (Junior suite)”
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were fantastic. We had a small issue with the air con and they wanted to fix it straight away. The room is big and the beds comfortable. One of the best places to stay in Sandakan.”
Johanna
Finland Finland
“Nice and friendly personnelis the best in this hotel. The location is good: near by restaurants, harbour mall and laundry.”
Joanna
Malaysia Malaysia
“Excellent location in city centre— walking distance to the market, waterfront etc. Helpful staff and excellent service. Buffet breakfast was excellent with a variety of choices. Lift available. Clean and comfortable rooms”
Joanna
Malaysia Malaysia
“Excellent location in city centre— walking distance to the market, waterfront etc. Helpful staff and excellent service. Buffet breakfast was excellent with a variety of choices. Lift available. Clean and comfortable rooms”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
Palm Cafe
  • Cuisine
    Chinese • Malaysian • Local
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
Palm Garden Chinese Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Cantonese • Chinese
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly

House rules

Hotel Sandakan takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 05:30 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of MYR 100 is required on arrival. That's about US$23. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

6+ years
Extra bed upon request
MYR 75 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this hotel
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

A damage deposit of MYR 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.