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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

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

A corridor with wooden floors and slatted windows, leading to an open area.

A wooden room with a bed, a window, and a hanging canopy.

1. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

3 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Paula

S$34

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.

A wooden deck with a geometric metal railing, overlooking a lush green garden.

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.

2. Sepilok Jungle Resort

1.1 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Natalie

S$56

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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 spacious hotel lobby with a large seating area, large windows with a view of the sea, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the sea.

3. Ormond Sandakan

19.8 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Sarah-Jayne

S$96

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.

A modern hotel room with a living area, a dining table, a sofa, a TV, and a bed.

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.

4. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

19 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Holly

S$103

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, a central bar area, and pendant lighting.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a staircase with ornate railings, and a potted plant.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large glass windows, and a covered entrance area.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative floor pattern.

5. Livingston Hotel

15.3 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Lucy

S$88

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

6. The Garden Boutique Hotel

15 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Anonymous traveller

S$42

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.

A hotel corridor with a coffee machine, a door, and a ventilation system.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a coffee table, and a view of the street and greenery outside.

A hotel lobby with a large ice cream freezer, a vending machine, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

7. Hotel Meliden

12 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Shoab

S$64

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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 reception area with a polished floor, a reception desk, potted plants, framed pictures on the wall, and a decorative lamp.

8. The Pavilion Hotel

11.4 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Felicia

S$46

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

9. Labuk Hotel

11.5 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Juha

S$38

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

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 gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and a red punching bag.

A modern lobby with a curved ceiling, a mural with various cultural elements, seating areas, and a digital screen displaying a sports figure.

10. The Elopura Hotel

19.7 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Jeremiah

S$55

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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 living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a fireplace, a coffee table with a vase of flowers, and a sofa.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

11. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

15.3 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

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S$47

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, curtains, an air conditioning unit, a wall-mounted light, and a window with a view of buildings.

A hotel with a red and white facade, a central archway, and a blue scooter parked in front.

A bathroom with a white sink, a handheld showerhead, and a wall-mounted faucet.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a TV on the wall.

12. The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

14.2 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Grant

S$38

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A bar area with stools, a counter, and red lanterns.

A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a tiled backsplash.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A reception area with a receptionist, a chandelier, a red wall, a counter, and a water dispenser.

13. My Dream Hotel

12 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Chung Fai

S$30

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a person in uniform.

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

A multi-story hotel with a colorful facade, featuring a sign that reads "HOTEL RAMAI."

A conference room with rows of red chairs, a whiteboard, a podium, and a television screen.

14. Hotel Ramai

16.7 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

SYED

S$28

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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 hotel lobby with a tiled floor, wooden doors, and a potted plant.

A long, narrow hallway with wooden floors and doors on both sides, leading to a bright exit at the end.

15. Sanbay Hotel

17.7 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Kristy

S$34

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area.

16. Hello Kitty Signature Suite

12.3 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Zoe

S$71

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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 multi-story building with a sign for 'Hotel Rama I' and 'Siamart Hotel'.

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a bedside table, and a lamp.

17. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

17.7 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

S$18

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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 view from a window overlooking a body of water with a ship in the distance, a palm tree, and a decorative light fixture.

A room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

An indoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a checkered floor, and a green wall with graffiti.

18. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

19.6 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Kelly-ann

S$25

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and a visible entrance.

A wooden cabinet with multiple metal lockers, each labeled with a number from 1 to 17.

A small, simple room with two beds, a small table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, two wicker sofas, a potted plant, and a wall with framed certificates and a world map.

19. Hotel Lutana

17.9 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Apollonia

S$14

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

A hotel room with three single beds, each with a red and white bedspread, wooden headboards, and bedside tables with lamps.

A multi-story hotel with a red roof and balconies, featuring a sign that reads "HOTEL LONDON".

A staircase with a handrail, leading to a landing with a door at the top.

A hallway with a tiled floor, a white wall, and a window with a view of buildings outside.

20. Hotel O London

19.5 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Michelle

S$24

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Rainforest Discovery Centre

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat	8.6 Excellent 101 reviews	View
Sepilok Jungle Resort	7.6 Good 245 reviews	View
Ormond Sandakan	9.6 Exceptional 48 reviews	View
Sabah Hotel Sandakan	8.6 Excellent 387 reviews	View
Livingston Hotel	7.8 Good 169 reviews	View

Top Rainforest Discovery Centre Hotel Reviews

Sepilok Jungle Resort

10/10 Excellent

"This resort was really great and exceeded our expectations. The layout of the whole place was very beautiful and relaxing. We were extremely happy that we were able to see orange utan right in front of our rooms in the resort on the rambutan tree. Overall it was a great place & staff and food really good"

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."

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was good"

Hotel Meliden

8/10 Good

"A basic hotel used as an overnight before our Kinabatangan River trip. Excellent value for money and in a good location for us."

Sepilok B&B

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed one night so that we could do the night walk at RDC. Only 5 minute walk away. Breakfast was lovely and access to a drinking water machine meant we could fill our flask. Needed in the heat! All in all, very nice stay."

Other attractions near Rainforest Discovery Centre

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

9.2/10 (91 reviews)

Watch as a community of orphaned orangutans play in the trees above you at this sanctuary.

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Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre

9.2/10 (50 reviews)

Visit the native and exotic animals who call Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre home during your trip to Sepilok. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Pulau Kabili

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pulau Kabili during your travels in Sandakan. Amble around the area's rainforests or visit its temples.

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Sandakan Memorial Park

8.4/10 (19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sandakan Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Sandakan. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Sandakan Memorial Park

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sandakan Memorial Park during your travels in Sandakan. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Sandakan Rainforest Park

9.0/10 (10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sandakan Rainforest Park, a lovely green space in Sandakan. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Bukit Timbang

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bukit Timbang during your travels in Sandakan. Stroll along the seaside or visit the temples in the area.

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Puu Jih Shih Temple

7.8/10 (13 reviews)

After visiting Puu Jih Shih Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sandakan. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rainforest Discovery Centre?

Rainforest Discovery Centre is located in a welcoming area of Sepilok known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 7 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Rainforest Discovery Centre?

Adjacent to Rainforest Discovery Centre, Sepilok B&B is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Sepilok Jungle Resort and Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok).

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Rainforest Discovery Centre?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Rainforest Discovery Centre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rainforest Discovery Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Rainforest Discovery Centre.

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Our top choices for Rainforest Discovery Centre hotels

1. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

2. Sepilok Jungle Resort

3. Ormond Sandakan

4. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

5. Livingston Hotel

6. The Garden Boutique Hotel

7. Hotel Meliden

8. The Pavilion Hotel

9. Labuk Hotel

10. The Elopura Hotel

11. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

12. The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

13. My Dream Hotel

14. Hotel Ramai

15. Sanbay Hotel

16. Hello Kitty Signature Suite

17. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

18. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

19. Hotel Lutana

20. Hotel O London

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Top Rainforest Discovery Centre Hotel Reviews

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Hotel Meliden

Sepilok B&B

Other attractions near Rainforest Discovery Centre

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre

Pulau Kabili

Sandakan Memorial Park

Sandakan Memorial Park

Sandakan Rainforest Park

Bukit Timbang

Puu Jih Shih Temple

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