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Your Sandakan Holiday
Uncover the best parts of Sandakan with a customised Sandakan holiday package. From its rich history and diversity to its cultural experiences, you'll love experiencing this coastal city on your own terms. Fill your itinerary with visits to Sandakan Harbour Mall, Sandakan Rainforest Park and Agnes Keith House, some of the top attractions you just have to see during your trip to Sandakan. Whoever you're escaping with and whatever your bank balance, your ultimate Sandakan holiday is just a few clicks away with Expedia.
Sandakan Holiday
Sandakan Essential Information
Language | Malaysian |
|---|---|
Currency | Malaysian ringgits |
Local Goodbye | Sampai jumpa lagi |
Closest Airport | Sandakan Airport (SDK) |
Population | 392,300 |
Max Temp Winter | 27ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 32ºC |
Top Sights | Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre and Bukit Buli Sim Sim |
Our pick of the best Sandakan Hotel Deals
Livingston Hotel
Jalan Utara, Mile 4, Sandakan, Sabah
The price is AU$86 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$86
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (152 reviews)
"We had a one night stop here and found this place a great choice. Very clean and like and modern. Good sized room and clean modern bathroom. Easy parking too. Good breakfast with fresh omelette to order and good choice in a hot and cold buffet. Would highly recommend it to you."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Km 1 Jalan Utara, Sandakan, Sabah
The price is AU$143 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
AU$143
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (354 reviews)
"Property was lovely. Best hotel in Sandakan"
Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Sepilok Jungle Resort
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Sabah
The price is AU$57 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$57
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.4/10 Good! (215 reviews)
"One night stay before heading to the Kinabatangan River. Easy walk to the Orangutan + Sunbear rehab centres (both amazing). Was a long walk to my room with many uneven steps along the boardwalk without any offer of help with my bags. I felt reception was quite poor - check in at 3pm and i arrived ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Discover the most popular places to visit in Sandakan
Rainforest Discovery Centre
Explore the great outdoors at Rainforest Discovery Centre, a lovely green space in Sepilok. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
Watch as a community of orphaned orangutans play in the trees above you at this sanctuary.
Libaran Island Jetty
You can find out about the history of Sandakan with a visit to Libaran Island Jetty. Wander the rainforests and seaside in the area.
What to do in Sandakan
Private Full Day Sepilok Orang Utan, Bornean Sun Bear and Rainforest Discovery Center Tour
AU$275
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Mangrove Cruise with Fireflies Tour Including Dinner from Sandakan
AU$118
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
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