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Sabah Hotel Sandakan

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

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
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Superior Twin Room
Executive Suite
Sun deck

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
3 Feb - 4 Feb

Explore the area

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Km 1 Jalan Utara, Sandakan, Sabah, 90000
  • Place, Agnes Keith House
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, St Michael's & All Angels Church
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandakan Harbour Mall
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sandakan (SDK)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior King Room

Superior King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King Room

Deluxe King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Twin Room

Deluxe Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Superior Twin Room

Superior Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Separate bath and shower
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Deluxe King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Suite

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Sandakan

At Sabah Hotel Sandakan you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Agnes Keith House and St Michael's & All Angels Church. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Plantation Cafe, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Lobby Lounge is the hotel's own lobby lounge. Enjoy the gym, Hot tub, sauna and kids' swimming pool. Business amenities include conference space and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and spa services. There's also the convenience of car rentals on site. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-property class Sandakan hotel include Sandakan Harbour Mall and Sandakan Heritage Trail.

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
  • St Michael's & All Angels Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sandakan Heritage Trail - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Sandakan Harbour Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Sandakan (SDK) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tasty Drink House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Makan King Cheong - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Hai Goreng Goreng - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant Seafood Sim Sim 88 森森海上风味 - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Palm Cafe - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Hotel in Sandakan with 3 restaurants and health club
Sabah Hotel Sandakan offers its guests a kids' pool, an outdoor pool, a health club, and Access to hot tub. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There's an onsite business centre. A sauna, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Sabah Hotel Sandakan. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Sandakan hotel.

  • 114 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • Built in 1991
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Sabah Hotel Sandakan offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Sandakan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

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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 transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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 centre
  • 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.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • 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 cot
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 103 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 103 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Sabah
Hotel Sabah Sandakan
Hotel Sandakan
Hotel Sandakan Sabah
Sabah Hotel
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Sabah Sandakan Hotel
Sandakan Hotel
Sandakan Hotel Sabah
Sandakan Sabah Hotel
Sabah Sandakan
Sabah Hotel Sandakan Malaysia
Sabah Hotel Sandakan Hotel
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Sabah Hotel Sandakan Hotel Sandakan

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

Yep, Sabah Hotel Sandakan has a free self car park.

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

As of 31 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sabah Hotel Sandakan on 3 Feb 2026 start from NZ$178.06, including 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 there a spa on site at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Sabah Hotel Sandakan have a pool?

Sabah Hotel Sandakan has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What luxury perks are available at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

Sabah Hotel Sandakan features a health club, an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub.

Is Sabah Hotel Sandakan family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Sabah Hotel Sandakan is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

No, Sabah Hotel Sandakan does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sabah Hotel Sandakan?

No, pets are not allowed.

Sabah Hotel Sandakan Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 367 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 141 out of 367 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 367 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 367 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 367 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel with pool area. Plenty of choices for eating. Would highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Emma

Outdated hotel with very few amenities, particularly in the evenings. Would recommend going with a cheaper option.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was lovely. Best hotel in Sandakan
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

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

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. We attended the BBQ dinner on the Saturday which was the best one I have ever attended. The different foods were excellent and very tasty. Rooms good. Good location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary, Lantau

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our one night stay here. Staff were welcoming and friendly. We arrived before check in so our room was not yet ready but we were able to leave bags with reception and go to the pool area. Our room was large and spacious, it had been cleaned however the bathroom smelt and when we awoke the next day there were lots of flies in the shower, bath and on our towel. The pool was great, a large pool with two smaller ones. The main issue outside is the lack of sun beds for everyone and some of the sun beds and tables being broken. We ate lunch at the restaurant which was tasty and ordered room service for dinner which was also tasty. The buffet breakfast was varied and plentiful - especially the omelette and pancakes were tasty! We did not leave the hotel so cannot comment on the surrounding area. We got a grab to the airport which was around a 20 minute drive. Would recommend for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Em

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

maribeth

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Sium

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sabah hotel was clean and confortable. The staff was friendly the food was tasty. I ejoyed a relaxing massage and enjoyed the appearance of a large water monitor at the pool. I also appreciate that my western style bathing suit was foundto be acceptable attire. Unfortunately, though I was looking forward to the lamb barbecue on Saturday that very day when I asked about the extra activity near the pool, the staff told me that the barbecue was cancelled and the kitchen was closed to to a wedding event scheduled at the hotel. It would have been ice to be reffered to another restaurant rather thankust be be told yhat the desert and alcohol bar would be open.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
A one night stop. A nice cheap option with ok facilities and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 Excellent

Daryll

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore L, Bellingham

Travelled with partner
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

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

8/10 Good

Laurie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Not great service

The trip was booked for 2 adults and a child on a suite. When we arrived they applied extra charges for a rollaway bed eventhough it was booked as 3 people booking. We were left without toulet paper for a whole day as the housekeeping forgot to add when changing room and then again when we went to reception. Had to call 3 hours later from the room. It is expensive for what it provides and benefits from being the only larger hotel in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

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

Nice Hotel, Good Restaurant, Pool, and History.

Great little hotel with a pool just outside downtown Sandakan. The hotel restaurant was a pleasant surprise, as they had good Malay food and the staff were amazing! Unfortunately they do not open in a timely manner for breakfast. Otherwise a great stay. If you're into history there are some cool photos in the lobby worth checking out. Apparently the property was a former residence of the governor of North British Borneo, and it is nice to see what it and the town used to look like.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025