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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Sandakan, Malaysia

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Situated amidst abundant greenery, Sepilok Nature Lodge - Formerly known as Sepilok Nature Resort is a haven for nature lovers. It has a restaurant, and offers complimentary WiFi access in its public areas.

everything! beautiful restaurant overlooking a beautiful lake full of beautiful birds and we even saw orangutans in the resorts trees before they headed down onto the road outside the hotel :D the restaurant had wonderful food and drinks and the room was very comfortable with a new and beautiful en-suite with big bath perfect for my baby! location also great as right next to the orangutan and sun bear centres.

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9
Superb
407 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

The Elopura Hotel located on the East Coast of Sabah which also known as “Land below the Wind”. Elopura name itself was the first name of Sandakan when it was found by William B Pryer back in 1879. British North Borneo Company named Elopura because of the meaning “Beautiful Town”.

Good bed, AC and hot shower. Bfast buffet included. The food truck concept by the water was fun.

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8.1
Very good
1,351 reviews
Price from
£46
per night

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.

Everything was very nice. The staff are exceptional, friendly and helpful. The restaurant was nice but limited menu.

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7.8
Good
470 reviews
Price from
£35
per night

The Mark's Lodge is conveniently located within a 10-minute walk to supermarkets and local eateries. It offers air-conditioned rooms with en suite bathrooms and free Wi-Fi in public areas.

Mark's Lodge is a 15-minute drive from Sandakan Airport and a 5-minute walk from nightclubs. Free parking is available on site.

Staff was friendly, room are clean

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7.5
Good
66 reviews
Price from
£28
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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Boutique hotels that guests love in Sandakan

  • Avg. price/night: £88.30
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 407 reviews
    The location is great, few minute walk to the Orangutan sanctuary. Situated on a lake which was lovely to overlook. Food was tasty. Rooms were comfortable and clean.
    Nicola
    Group
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 25 reviews
    the colour theme design is good as we can have some nice photo in the house, the parking is near to the entrance very convenient for us
    Cindy
    Family with young children
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 14 reviews
    The interior design is nice. It has a water dispenser and ample car park for visitors.
    Japareng
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £14.61
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 451 reviews
    Almost prefect place. Well designed, large room, good bathroom, friendly staff, good location. It is really recommanded !
    Valery
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £14.33
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 526 reviews
    Lovely place to stay with a warm vibe and lots of social, common areas. This hostel is gorgeous! The walls are full of art and there is a ton of common space. It is quite a large hostel with multiple floors and a cool terrace. Location is water front in the middle of Sandakan and staff are great! Price was fantastic.
    Hockings
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £88.30
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 407 reviews
    Excellent place. Wonderful design. Big and modern room. Food was just perfect and the staff super friendly. Would highly recommend to visit this place if you're staying in Sepilok. We've been there for two nights but would recommend at least three so that you have still some time to enjoy this relaxing accommodation itself. Thanks for having us.
    Annika
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £46.61
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,351 reviews
    Lovely hotel in a great location on the promenade. Efforts are being made to develop it into a themed boutique hotel. Great staff who are willing to help
    May
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £79.01
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,312 reviews
    The hotel was extremely lovely,a very nice,spacious room with fridge and tea making facilities plus a very good restaurant providing delicious meals and a lovely breakfast. The swimming pool was exceptional,very well designed and a joy to swim in. Also though the hotel was situation a little out of town it only took a 10 minute walk to reach the center so it didn't feel remote.
    Joseph
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £29.13
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 315 reviews
    Affordable value for money price. Room was nicely interior designed w TV, water boiler, cups, toiletries provided.
    Desiree
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £88.30
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 407 reviews
    My new favourite place on Earth! No words can explain how amazing this place is! Amazing location for exploring the rainforest and Sandakan. Luxury facilities, surrounded by nature. Lovely helpful staff (shout out to Ru!) and great food. Really stunning place! If you need a guide contact Safar 00 60 11 4048 5579 and ask reception for Azahar who’s driven us around Sandakan. Everyone’s taken a great care of us!
    Katarzyna
    Group