Sabah Hotel Sandakan

4.0 star property
Travelers can unwind by the outdoor pool, rejuvenate with spa treatments, or explore nearby Sandakan attractions before dining at one of three on-site restaurants.

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Sabah Hotel Sandakan offers an upscale retreat near the city center. Guests can relax in the sauna or steam room, schedule a massage, or enjoy meals from breakfast to dinner at three restaurants. The property includes a gift shop, free self-parking, and a refreshing outdoor pool.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NT$3,045
NT$3,368 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
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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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

2 children, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

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, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: Boost
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

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 2026/5/20, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sabah Hotel Sandakan on 2026/5/26 start from NT$3,045, 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?

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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Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 170 out of 377 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 377 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 377 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 377 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 377 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious rooms, a number of choices for eating & drinking and early check in. The pool was also very good.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Really charming hotel, great (reasonably priced) Saturday night buffet and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Lovely peaceful room. Staff very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Em

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff, quick check-in, clean room with amenities. Great overnight stay for a family.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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6/10 Okay

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great hotel and pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

AKIKO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
breakfast is very naice staff is very kind
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly. Great pool. Rooms are large and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay. Entertaining wildlife

We had a wonderful 3 days at the Sabah hotel with the most beautiful pool (including 2 resident water monitor lizards) and the most comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Sium

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location , you feel like you are in the rain forest already.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theodore L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property was perfect for one night before starting our tour.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Chen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room size and amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First choice in Sandakan

Excellent stay. I’ve experienced in the past the same high standard of facility and great staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great to wind down

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
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10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, well kept, well designed with excellent rooms and environment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Catrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maribeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shared the pool and breakfast with a meter long monitor Iizard. Pretty cool. Helpful staff with restaurant pool and gym
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Essence and flavour of Sabah.

Great hotel encompassing the essence and flavours of Sabah. Rooms are spacious and the hotel is close to both the airport and town. My go to hotel whenever I’m in Sandakan.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Set in beauriful grounds

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The room

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