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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.
An outdoor wooden deck with tables and chairs, surrounded by trees.
A wooden door with glass panels, leading to an outdoor area with a wooden deck and greenery.

1. Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort
Kota Kinabatangan
S$302
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort
A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a stone wall backdrop.
A pathway leading to a building with multiple rooms, surrounded by greenery and palm trees.
A spacious dining area with high tables and wicker chairs, large windows, and ceiling fans.
A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a dining table with chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

2. Borneo Nature Lodge 2

Borneo Nature Lodge 2
Kota Kinabatangan
S$468
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Borneo Nature Lodge 2
A rustic cabin with a thatched roof, a small fire inside, and a person standing by the entrance.
A dormitory room with three bunk beds, a wooden desk, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.
A building with large windows and a water tank in the yard.
A classroom with blue plastic chairs, a whiteboard, and a ceiling fan.

3. Tambisan Island Lodge

Tambisan Island Lodge
Kota Kinabatangan
S$47
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Tambisan Island Lodge
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 rustic wooden building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

4. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Sandakan
S$34
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the sea.
A spacious hotel lobby with a large seating area, large windows with a view of the sea, and a patterned carpet.
A modern lounge with large windows, leather chairs, a bar area, and a view of a cityscape.

5. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Sarah-Jayne
S$100
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ormond Sandakan
A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.
A traditional house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a nightstand.
A tropical garden with a pond, stone structures, and lush greenery.

6. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
Sandakan
United States
Natalie
S$56
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sepilok Jungle Resort
A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and three paintings.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a large window, and a view of the kitchen.
A resort with multiple buildings, a central pathway, and lush greenery.

7. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
Sandakan
S$88
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
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 building with a swimming pool, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.
A modern hotel with a curved facade, large glass windows, and a covered entrance area.

8. Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Lucy
S$88
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Livingston Hotel
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view of a forested area.
A modern building with a staircase, glass doors, and a garden area.
Exterior
A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

9. Trival Property Homestay

Trival Property Homestay
Sandakan
S$78
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Trival Property Homestay
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.

10. Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
Sandakan
United States
Shoab
S$64
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hotel Meliden
A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding the property.
A modern hotel room with a living area, a dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

11. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Holly
S$120
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A bar area with stools, a counter, and red lanterns.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a tiled backsplash.
A reception area with a receptionist, a chandelier, a red wall, a counter, and a water dispenser.
A hotel named "MY DREAM HOTEL" with a prominent sign, a car parked in front, and a clear blue sky in the background.

12. My Dream Hotel

My Dream Hotel
Sandakan
Malaysia
Chung Fai
S$30
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
My Dream Hotel
A reception area with a receptionist at a computer, a desk, and a plant.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Pavilion Hotel."
A restaurant with wicker chairs, tables set with wine glasses, and a staircase with a metal railing.
A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, potted plants, and a decorative chandelier.

13. The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
Sandakan
Malaysia
Felicia
S$46
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Pavilion Hotel
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, wicker chairs, and a sofa.
A hotel room with a desk, a television, a mirror, a bench, and a small table with bottles and a vase.
A room with a green sofa, a small wooden table, a TV, and a desk with a mirror.
A multi-story building with a sign for 'Hotel Rama I' and 'Siamart Hotel'.

14. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Hotel O Hotel Ramai
Sandakan
S$16
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel O Hotel Ramai
A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a television.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.
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 living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, and a sofa.

15. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
Sandakan
Malaysia
aaron chong en
S$47
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
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 gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and a red punching bag.

16. The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel
Sandakan
United States
Jeremiah
S$55
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Elopura Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bench, a sink, and an air conditioning unit.
A multi-story building with a prominent 'OYO' sign on the facade, featuring a flat roof and multiple balconies.
An elevator interior with floor selection buttons and a call button.
A room with a closed door, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and two blue chairs.

17. Sandakan Inn

Sandakan Inn
Sandakan
S$34
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sandakan Inn
A view of a calm sea with a distant island, a building with a blue and red facade, and a palm tree in the foreground.
A room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with a ship in the distance, a palm tree, and a decorative light fixture.
A cozy room with a wooden wall, a sofa, a small table, and a white bench.

18. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Kelly-ann
S$25
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
A hotel reception desk with a marble wall backdrop and the hotel's name displayed above.
A hotel reception area with a marble wall, a reception desk, and a sign that reads "THE HOTEL."
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.
A hotel entrance with a sign reading "THE HOTEL" and a motorcycle parked in front.

19. THE HOTEL

THE HOTEL
Sandakan
S$33
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
THE HOTEL
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 hotel with a red and white facade, a central archway, and a blue scooter parked in front.

20. The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
Sandakan
United States
Grant
S$38
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
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Hotels recommended for families in Kota Kinabatangan

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 rustic wooden building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Sandakan
S$34
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.
A traditional house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.
A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a nightstand.
A tropical garden with a pond, stone structures, and lush greenery.

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
Sandakan
S$56
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Sepilok Jungle Resort
A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and three paintings.
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a large window, and a view of the kitchen.
A resort with multiple buildings, a central pathway, and lush greenery.

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
Sandakan
S$88
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the sea.
A spacious hotel lobby with a large seating area, large windows with a view of the sea, and a patterned carpet.
A modern lounge with large windows, leather chairs, a bar area, and a view of a cityscape.

Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
Sandakan
S$100
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ormond 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 building with a swimming pool, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.
A modern hotel with a curved facade, large glass windows, and a covered entrance area.

Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
Sandakan
S$88
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Livingston Hotel
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.

Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
Sandakan
S$64
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hotel Meliden
A reception area with a receptionist at a computer, a desk, and a plant.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Pavilion Hotel."
A restaurant with wicker chairs, tables set with wine glasses, and a staircase with a metal railing.
A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, potted plants, and a decorative chandelier.

The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
Sandakan
S$46
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
The Pavilion Hotel
A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding the property.
A modern hotel room with a living area, a dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Sandakan
S$120
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
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Where to stay in Kota Kinabatangan

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Stay near popular Kota Kinabatangan attractions

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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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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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 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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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.
Photo by Iain Mclean

Top Kota Kinabatangan Hotel Reviews

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort

10/10 Excellent
"It was an amazing lodge. We could see animals inside the hotel grounds orangutans five minute walk to Rehab center and sun bear."
jerald 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Sepilok Jungle Resort
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

10/10 Excellent
"Remote location with beautiful scenery. Accommodation was rustic but quaint and comfortable. The staff were extremely helpful arranging outings for the family and helping resolve issues that arose."
Paula 4-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

10/10 Excellent
"Room was great - we had a junior suite with balcony which overlooked the forrest and the pool. No cushions on sunbeds on balcony but we managed. Great food and lovely staff. Not much to do in local area but would use hotel again as a 1 night stop over to somewhere else."
Michaela 3-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
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 4 months ago
The Last Frontier Boutique Resort
The Executive Hotel Lahad Datu

The Executive Hotel Lahad Datu

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel was quite a surprize. Good location downtown with plenty of shopping and restaurants nearby. A bit on the old style look but very large room, and very quiet. Everything advertised was there and worked. I stay there again absolutely"
Sylvain 1-night trip
Posted 8 months ago
The Executive Hotel Lahad Datu

More cheap stays in Kota Kinabatangan

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Mile 14, Jalan Labuk Sandakan Sabah
S$34
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (101 reviews)
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Grace Hotel Lahad Datu

Grace Hotel Lahad Datu

Lahad Datu Center Point, MDLD 4678 Lahad Datu
S$37
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (16 reviews)
Grace Hotel Lahad Datu
My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu

My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu

Lot 256 to Lot 271 Lahad Datu Sabah
S$50
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu
Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok Sandakan Sabah
S$56
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (248 reviews)
Sepilok Jungle Resort
Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden

One Avenue, Batu 6, Jalan Utara Sandakan Sabah
S$64
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (13 reviews)
Hotel Meliden
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Jalan Sepilok Sandakan
S$88
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (82 reviews)
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

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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 2: This holiday home rental outside Kota Kinabatangan offers a terrace, a garden and a BBQ to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. 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 Bukit Timbang 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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