✅ I have booked a stay at a resort recently in Sandakan for the coming month. Is there any way to get a free room upgrade?

Getting a free room upgrade in Sandakan totally depends on the season and the hotel (property). It’s quite usual for MakeMyTrip users to get room upgrades for free, during the off-season in Sandakan. You can also get an upgrade if a large number of rooms are vacant in the hotel or resort. Also, at the time of check-in, one can enquire about a room upgrade at the hotel reception. Visit Here for room upgrade!!

✅ What are the best options available to stay in Sandakan?

There are Five star, 2 Four star, 12 Three star, 1 resorts & 14 Budget hotels in Sandakan. You can book hotels under different sets of budgets. Top area in Sandakan is Pusat Bandar Sandakan & top attractions of the city are & Sandakan Airport (SDK). Grab the Deals Here!!

✅ Suggest some popular hotels & properties in Sandakan to enjoy holidays with family. What are the payment options available?

If you are planning a trip to Sandakan with your family, there are a large number of hotels and resorts, available at decent prices. The hotels listed with MakeMyTrip offer a wide range of services to make your trip hassle-free, and you can make your booking before you reach the venue. You can pick from these handpicked accommodations in Sandakan on the basis of our user reviews . Also, you can try delicious local cuisine, at food joints located nearby these hotels. The different kind of payment options available if you book a hotel in Sandakan with MakeMyTrip are: Pay@Hotel, No Cost EMI, Credit Card & Debit Card.

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✅ Which are the best budget hotels and service apartments to stay with family in Sandakan?

Check out the best budget properties to stay in and get the best deals on more than 25 international hotels, exclusively on MakeMyTrip. For a pleasurable stay, check into a hotel located near popular attractions and famous localities in Sandakan . All properties near offer basic amenities, including an outdoor pool, parking space, business center, Wi-Fi, breakfast, etc. For a budget traveller who wants to stay at a luxury location, hotels in Sandakan provide the perfect ambience at economical prices, under different sets of budgets. Here is a list of the best budget hotels and service apartments to stay in Sandakan, located near , Pusat Bandar Sandakan, Sepilok, , & List of the top 5 budget accommodations : Hotel Ramai Sandakan Backpackers Hostel The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan Sandakan Inn Hotel O Esplanade For a luxurious stay in Sandakan MakeMyTrip provides a huge list of 5-star hotels offering exceptional customer care services, luxurious beds, 24-hour room service, etc. at the best price. Here are some of our favourite picks from Sandakan hotels

✅ How to pick the best hotels & properties for Sandakan accommodation?

You can pick properties on the basis of top reviews from our travellers, their location vis-a-vis famous landmarks, budget and availability of facilities Top Rated/Reviewed Hotels Top 4 Star hotels Top Budget hotels for Stay Sabah Hotel Sandakan Ormond Sandakan Sepilok Forest Edge Resort Livingston Hotel Hello Kitty Signature Suite The Pavilion Hotel The Elopura Hotel

✅ Why do the hotel fares change so frequently in Sandakan?

The hotel room fares change frequently, depending on the inventory of a particular hotel. Season & flight fares also directly impact the hotel fares in Sandakan. To check out current offers Click Here!!

✅ Which are the most reviewed hotels of Sandakan?

These are most reviewed hotels in Sandakan. You can book your stay after going through the reviews. Here is a list of top reviewed hotels in Sandakan.

✅ How many guests can one room accommodate, in the hotels located in Sandakan?

Most hotels in Sandakan permit additional guests to stay or share the room, at additional charges. Guest capacity also depends on the hotel’s policy, as every hotel has a different policy. Many hotels in Sandakan feature family rooms, which are large in size or have adjacent rooms sharing a common door. If you have any further doubts, you can contact the hotel’s helpline number or Check Here!!

Hotels in Sandakan

Showing Properties in Sandakan

Room in a Homestay

Sepilok B&B

Sepilok

Room in a Homestay

| Sleeps 2 guests

Room in a Homestay

Private access to a Bedroom & Bathroom, shared access to Living room, Kitchen & other common spaces with fellow guests

Please refer to Property Layout section on the Details page for access information for All spaces

Refrigerator

Indoor Games

Kitchen

Free Cancellation

Full Address of property is Jalan Fabia View On Map Key amenities of this property are Refrigerator & Indoor Games & Kitchen.

Very Good4.2

(1384 Ratings)

$ 39

+ $ 2 taxes & fees

Per Night

The Elopura Hotel

Pusat Bandar Sandakan

Gym

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

Location of the Hotel is Pusat Bandar Sandakan View On Map (HS12, Sandakan Harbour Square). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Gym.

Very Good3.9

(1783 Ratings)

$ 34

+ $ 6 taxes & fees

Per Night

Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Sepilok

Swimming Pool

Free Cancellation

This 3 Star Resort in Sandakan is located in Sepilok. Full Address of property is Jalan Rambutan, Sepilok Mile 14 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Swimming Pool.

Excellent4.3

(800 Ratings)

$ 84

+ $ 15 taxes & fees

Per Night

Ormond Sandakan

Pusat Bandar Sandakan

Gym

Location of the Hotel is Pusat Bandar Sandakan View On Map (Harbour Mall Sandakan Centre Management Office, 5th Floor). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Gym.

Excellent4.8

(48 Ratings)

$ 74

+ $ 8 taxes & fees

Per Night

Hotel Ramai

Pusat Bandar Sandakan

Elevator/Lift

Free Cancellation

This 2 Star Hotel in Sandakan is located in Pusat Bandar Sandakan. Full Address of property is Leila Road Town Cnetre P.O Box No.184 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Elevator/Lift.

Very Good3.9

(6 Ratings)

$ 18

+ $ 6 taxes & fees

Per Night

My Dream Hotel

Sandakan | 4.6 km drive to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Free Cancellation

Location of the Hotel is Sandakan View On Map (Lot 161-166, Block D, Avenue 5 Bandar Utama (IJM) Mile 6).

Very Good3.6

(147 Ratings)

$ 30

+ $ 8 taxes & fees

Per Night

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Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Pusat Bandar Sandakan

Homestay

| 1 Bedroom | Sleeps 4 guests

Refrigerator

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

Full Address of property is Lot 108, 1st Floor, Block HS-11 Sandakan Harbour Square, Jalan Pryer View On Map Key amenities of this property are Refrigerator.

Very Good3.9

(10 Ratings)

$ 29

+ $ 8 taxes & fees

Per Night

The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

Sandakan | 7.3 km drive to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Free Cancellation

Location of the Hotel is Sandakan View On Map (BANDAR INDAH BATU 4, JALAN UTARA, BLOK 29, TINGKAT BAWAH LOT 3&4. TGKT 1).

$ 24

+ $ 4 taxes & fees

Per Night

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sandakan

Water park

Gym

This 4 Star Hotel in Sandakan is located in Sandakan. Full Address of property is Km 1 Jalan Utara View On Map Key amenities of this property are Water park & Gym.

Very Good4.2

(1703 Ratings)

$ 74

+ $ 8 taxes & fees

Per Night

Sandakan Inn

Sandakan | 8.6 km drive to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Elevator/Lift

Location of the Hotel is Sandakan View On Map (Batu 3 Jalan Utara). Top Facilities of this Hotel are Elevator/Lift.

Average2.7

(3 Ratings)

$ 25

+ $ 4 taxes & fees

Per Night

Entire Apartment

Hello Kitty Signature Suite

Sandakan | 5.1 km drive to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Entire Apartment

| 3 Bedrooms | Sleeps 7 guests

Entire Apartment

Get complete access to all bedrooms, bathrooms, living room, kitchen and more!

Please refer to Property Layout section on the Details page for access information for All spaces

Swimming Pool

Gym

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

This 3 Star Apartment in Sandakan is located in Sandakan. Full Address of property is Sri Utama Condominium, IJM View On Map Key amenities of this property are Swimming Pool & Gym.

Average2.7

(3 Ratings)

$ 47

+ $ 11 taxes & fees

Per Night

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok

Swimming Pool

Childcare Services

Bar

Free Cancellation

Location of the Resort is Sepilok View On Map (Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok). Top Facilities of this Resort are Swimming Pool & Childcare Services & Bar.

Very Good3.8

(244 Ratings)

$ 42

$ 36

+ $ 6 taxes & fees

Per Night

Hotel O Esplanade

Sandakan | 7.2 km drive to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

This 2 Star Hotel in Sandakan is located in Sandakan. Full Address of property is Lot 2 , Block 31 , Bandar Indah Mile 4 , Jalan Utara View On Map

Average2.4

(3 Ratings)

$ 25

$ 22

+ $ 4 taxes & fees

Per Night

THE HOTEL

Sandakan | 3.6 km drive to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Free Cancellation till 12 hrs before check in

Location of the Hotel is Sandakan View On Map (BANDAR).

Average2.5

(4 Ratings)

$ 21

+ $ 4 taxes & fees

Per Night

Livingston Hotel

Sandakan

Elevator/Lift

This 3 Star Hotel in Sandakan is located in Sandakan. Full Address of property is Jalan Utara, Mile 4 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Elevator/Lift.

Very Good3.9

(168 Ratings)

$ 58

+ $ 10 taxes & fees

Per Night

The Pavilion Hotel

3.3 km drive to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Kids' Meals

Spa

Elevator/Lift

Free Cancellation

Top Facilities of this Hotel are Kids' Meals & Spa & Elevator/Lift.

Very Good3.9

(700 Ratings)

$ 36

+ $ 5 taxes & fees

Per Night

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

7.6 km drive to Sandakan Airport (SDK)

Gym

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

Full Address of property is Lot E-1-G, Lorong Letat 3 Bandar Letat, Mile 4 View On Map Key amenities of this property are Gym.

Very Good3.8

(40 Ratings)

$ 30

+ $ 8 taxes & fees

Per Night

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Bar

Free Cancellation

Top Facilities of this Hotel are Bar.

Excellent4.3

(101 Ratings)

$ 23

+ $ 4 taxes & fees

Per Night

Sanbay Hotel

Pusat Bandar Sandakan

Elevator/Lift

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

This 3 Star Hotel in Sandakan is located in Pusat Bandar Sandakan. Full Address of property is Mile 1 1/2, Jalan Leila View On Map Key amenities of this property are Elevator/Lift.

Very Good3.8

(62 Ratings)

$ 22

+ $ 6 taxes & fees

Per Night

Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Pusat Bandar Sandakan

Free Cancellation till 24 hrs before check in

Location of the Hotel is Pusat Bandar Sandakan View On Map (1, Hotel Ramai, Jalan Leila, Bandar Leila, Tanah Merah, Sandakan, Sandakan District, Sandakan Division, Sabah, Malaysia, Sandakan).

Good3.1

(98 Ratings)

$ 32

$ 13

+ $ 2 taxes & fees

Per Night

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