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A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding the property.
A wooden staircase surrounded by dense tropical foliage, leading to a higher level.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

1. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Sandakan
Malaysia
Vincent
RM326
RM385 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, a central bar area, and pendant lighting.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative floor pattern.
A modern hotel with a curved facade, large glass windows, and a covered entrance area.
A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a staircase with ornate railings, and a potted plant.

2. Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
Sandakan
Australia
Wai Yee
RM220
RM269 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Livingston Hotel
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
A modern lobby with a curved ceiling, a mural with various cultural elements, seating areas, and a digital screen displaying a sports figure.
A building with a mural of Star Wars characters on the side.

3. The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel
Sandakan
United States
Jeremiah
RM148
RM175 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
The Elopura Hotel
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.
A modern lounge with large windows, leather chairs, a bar area, and a view of a cityscape.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the sea.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, vertical metal bars, and potted plants.

4. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
Sandakan
Australia
Mat
RM329
RM365 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Ormond Sandakan
A wooden interior with a spiral staircase leading to a balcony.
A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a rope railing, surrounded by dense forest.
A spiral staircase in a wooden interior with a polished floor.
An outdoor wooden deck with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees.

5. Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort
Kota Kinabatangan
United Kingdom
Michael
RM1,247
RM1,482 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort
A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.
A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a nightstand.
A tropical garden with a pond, stone structures, and lush greenery.
A traditional house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

6. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
Sandakan
United States
Linda
RM144
RM180 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Sepilok Jungle Resort
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.
A wooden room with a bed, a window, and a hanging canopy.
A corridor with wooden floors and slatted windows, leading to an open area.
A wooden cabin with bunk beds and a sloped ceiling.

7. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Michael
RM93
RM110 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
A wooden pathway leading to a small wooden cabin with a covered porch, surrounded by dense greenery.
A row of wooden cabins with green roofs nestled in a forest.
An indoor dining area with wooden beams and hanging light bulbs. Tables are set with chairs, and people are seated.
An aerial view of a river winding through a dense forest with a small dock and boats.

8. Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan)

Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan)
Kota Kinabatangan
Denmark
Helle Sylvest
Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan)
A restaurant with tables and chairs, a counter, and a view of the street outside.
A multi-story building with a flat roof and balconies, surrounded by other buildings.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a television, a mirror, and a bouquet of flowers.
A compact kitchenette with a microwave, coffee maker, and water bottles on a shelf.

9. Hotel Sandakan

Hotel Sandakan
Sandakan
United States
Dina
RM148
RM175 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Hotel Sandakan
A wooden staircase surrounded by lush greenery.
A restaurant with wooden flooring, tables, chairs, pendant lights, and a view of trees through large windows.
A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by dense foliage.
A room with a bed, a wooden door, and a view of a balcony with greenery.

10. The Last Frontier Boutique Resort

The Last Frontier Boutique Resort
Kota Kinabatangan
Denmark
Dorthe
The Last Frontier Boutique Resort
A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.
A signboard with information about birds, a metal railing, and dense green foliage in the background.
A resort with multiple buildings, a central pathway, and lush greenery.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a large window, and a view of the kitchen.

11. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
Sandakan
Malaysia
Danielle
RM260
RM291 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
A reception area with a receptionist at a computer, a desk, and a plant.
A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, potted plants, and a decorative chandelier.
A reception area with a polished floor, a reception desk, potted plants, framed pictures on the wall, and a decorative lamp.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Pavilion Hotel."

12. The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
Sandakan
Malaysia
Felicia
RM124
RM146 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
The Pavilion Hotel
A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by dense tropical foliage.
A cozy room with two beds, wooden walls, and a large window with curtains.
A wooden-paneled bedroom with a bed, curtains, and a hanging light fixture.
A spacious living area with a sofa set, a coffee table, and wicker chairs. A chandelier hangs from the ceiling, and curtains are drawn to the sides.

13. Sepilok Forest Edge Resort

Sepilok Forest Edge Resort
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Steve
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort
A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a television.
A seating area with two sofas and a coffee table, a closed window with a white blind, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple balconies.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

14. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
Sandakan
Malaysia
aaron chong en
RM127
RM160 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.
A modern hotel with a sign reading "HOTEL MELIDEN" and a parking lot with several cars.
A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a coffee table, and a view of the street and greenery outside.
A hotel corridor with a coffee machine, a door, and a ventilation system.

15. Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
Sandakan
United States
Shoab
RM136
RM157 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Sept - 13 Sept
Hotel Meliden
A wooden building with a covered porch, surrounded by lush greenery.
A room with wooden furniture, including chairs and a table, and a ceiling fan.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and a view of a balcony with outdoor furniture.
A wooden porch with a ceiling fan, a table, and two chairs.

16. Sepilok B&B

Sepilok B&B
Sandakan
United Kingdom
A
Sepilok B&B
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, an air conditioning unit, a wall-mounted light, and a window with a view of buildings.
A modern kitchen with a dining area, a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a TV on the wall.
A reception area with a dark reception desk, framed botanical prints on the wall, a red fire extinguisher, and a sign reading "KELDAR".
A bathroom with a white sink, a handheld showerhead, and a wall-mounted faucet.

17. The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
Sandakan
United States
Grant
RM114
RM134 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
A multi-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and a visible entrance.
A hotel reception area with a reception desk, two sofas, a potted plant, and various framed items on the walls.
A wooden cabinet with multiple metal lockers, each labeled with a number from 1 to 17.
A hallway with a blue carpet, a trash can, a potted plant, and a sign indicating room number 101.

18. Hotel Lutana

Hotel Lutana
Sandakan
Canada
Apollonia
RM49
RM62 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Hotel Lutana
A wooden pathway leading to a rustic building with a metal roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
A circular water feature with multiple vases and a fountain in the center, surrounded by a paved area and a building with a red roof in the background.
A wooden cabin-style bathroom with a white sink and a shower.

19. Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort

Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Dipesh
Borneo Sepilok Rainforest Resort
A hotel with a covered entrance, white pillars, and a sign reading "Sanbay Sandakan Hotel".
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A long, narrow hallway with wooden floors and doors on both sides, leading to a bright exit at the end.
A hotel lobby with a tiled floor, wooden doors, and a potted plant.

20. Sanbay Hotel

Sanbay Hotel
Sandakan
United States
Kristy
RM96
RM123 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Sanbay Hotel
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Where to stay in Kota Kinabatangan

Find the best Kota Kinabatangan areas for the activities you enjoy most.Learn more about Kota Kinabatangan
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Stay near popular Kota Kinabatangan attractions

Bukit Batangan

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bukit Batangan during your travels in Kota Kinabatangan. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's hot springs.
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Bukit Belanda

You can learn about the history of Kota Kinabatangan with a visit to Bukit Belanda. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's hot springs.
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Bukit Bulud Napa

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bukit Bulud Napa during your travels in Kota Kinabatangan. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's hot springs.
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Batu Tulug

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Batu Tulug during your trip to Kota Kinabatangan. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's hot springs.
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Learn more about Kota Kinabatangan

Cruise along the Kinabatangan River to spot wild orangutans, pygmy elephants, and proboscis monkeys in their natural habitat. The nearby Gomantong Caves offer impressive limestone formations where you can watch thousands of swiftlets and bats during their evening exodus.

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A close-up of an orangutan with reddish-brown fur.
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Top Kota Kinabatangan Hotel Reviews

Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Parking is secure and convenient. Staff are very helpful. Air conditioning is excellent. Clean room. Breakfast is good. "
Wai Yee 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Livingston Hotel
Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, easy access for budget travel"
Shoab 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Hotel Meliden
Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, staff very helpful"
Mark 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Sepilok Jungle Resort
The Last Frontier Boutique Resort

The Last Frontier Boutique Resort

8/10 Good
"Excellent location but not for those with fitness and mobility issues. Excellent host and range of activities provided such as jungle walk and river cruise. Food plentiful. No WiFi but good phone signal. Host provides excellent transport to and from the airport as it is 2 hours away."
Amjad 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
The Last Frontier Boutique Resort

More cheap stays in Kota Kinabatangan

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Mile 14, Jalan Labuk Sandakan Sabah
RM93
RM110 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Grace Hotel Lahad Datu

Grace Hotel Lahad Datu

Lahad Datu Center Point, MDLD 4678 Lahad Datu
RM96
RM123 total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (16 reviews)
Grace Hotel Lahad Datu
Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden

One Avenue, Batu 6, Jalan Utara Sandakan Sabah
RM136
RM157 total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very good! (10 reviews)
Hotel Meliden
My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu

My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu

Lot 256 to Lot 271 Lahad Datu Sabah
RM156
RM178 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu
Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok Sandakan Sabah
RM144
RM180 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (241 reviews)
Sepilok Jungle Resort
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Jalan Sepilok Sandakan
RM260
RM291 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (81 reviews)
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Kota Kinabatangan?
Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay include Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan) and Borneo Nature Lodge 2. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Kota Kinabatangan.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Kota Kinabatangan has to offer?
Sandakan Hill Terrace 3: This holiday home rental outside Kota Kinabatangan is equipped with a terrace, air conditioning and laundry facilities to help you feel comfortable during your stay. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchenette with a full-sized fridge, a stovetop and a microwave, so that you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Kota Kinabatangan.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kota Kinabatangan, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kota Kinabatangan.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Kota Kinabatangan?
Based on our traveller reviews, Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge - Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. View all budget hotels in Kota Kinabatangan.
What's the best all-inclusive hotel in Kota Kinabatangan?
Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan) is an all-inclusive hotel featuring a garden and a restaurant, and a favourite with Expedia travellers. See more all-inclusive resorts in Kota Kinabatangan.
What's the best dog-friendly place to stay in Kota Kinabatangan?
Singgahmata Holidays Camp is a top lodge for people travelling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and premium bedding for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Kota Kinabatangan.
How is it staying in Kota Kinabatangan?
Visitors can enjoy all that Kota Kinabatangan has to offer, including the rainforests and aquarium. In Kota Kinabatangan, there are 12 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Kota Kinabatangan.
What should I see while I'm in Kota Kinabatangan?
Landmarks like Bukit Belanda and Batu Tulug might be worth a visit. The picturesque setting of Bukit Batangan and Bukit Bulud Napa exemplify the area's natural beauty. You'll also find Gomantong Caves and Sandakan Memorial Park in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Kota Kinabatangan guide.
What's the seasonal weather like in Kota Kinabatangan?
The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 27ยฐC, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 26ยฐC. The snowiest months in Kota Kinabatangan are April, May, August and July, with each month seeing an average of 211 cm of snowfall.

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