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A wooden house with a thatched roof, built on stilts over a body of water, surrounded by dense trees.
A wooden cabin with a porch, a table, and benches.
A wooden cabin with a wooden deck and a rope railing, surrounded by dense forest.
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
Australia
Sherry
AED 729
AED 869 total
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 balcony with wicker chairs, a small table, and potted plants.
A spacious dining area with long tables, orange chairs, and hanging pendant lights.

2. Borneo Nature Lodge 2

Borneo Nature Lodge 2
Kota Kinabatangan
AED 1,142
AED 1,293 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Borneo Nature Lodge 2
A rustic cabin with a thatched roof, a small fire inside, and a person standing by the entrance.
A classroom with blue plastic chairs, a whiteboard, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a wooden desk, a black wardrobe, a mirror, and a small rug.
A building with large windows and a water tank in the yard.

3. Tambisan Island Lodge

Tambisan Island Lodge
Kota Kinabatangan
AED 106
AED 135 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Tambisan Island Lodge
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.
A rustic wooden building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.
A wooden cabin with bunk beds and a sloped ceiling.
A wooden room with a bed, a window, and a hanging canopy.

4. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Paula
AED 73
AED 88 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
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 neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a bedside table, and a lamp.
A room with a green sofa, a small wooden table, a TV, and a desk with a mirror.

5. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Hotel O Hotel Ramai
Sandakan
AED 41
AED 53 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hotel O Hotel Ramai
A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.
A tropical garden with a pond, stone structures, and lush greenery.
A wooden deck with a geometric metal railing, overlooking a lush green garden.
A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a nightstand.

6. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
Sandakan
United States
jerald
AED 130
AED 162 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Sepilok Jungle Resort
A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.
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.
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and three paintings.

7. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
Sandakan
Canada
Audrey
AED 225
AED 254 total
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 modern lounge with large windows, leather chairs, a bar area, and a view of a cityscape.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, vertical metal bars, and potted plants.
A spacious hotel lobby with a large seating area, large windows with a view of the sea, and a patterned carpet.

8. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Sarah-Jayne
AED 266
AED 298 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ormond Sandakan
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.
A hotel lobby with a large ice cream freezer, a vending machine, and a sign indicating the hotel name.
A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a coffee table, and a view of the street and greenery outside.
A modern hotel with a sign reading "HOTEL MELIDEN" and a parking lot with several cars.

9. Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
Sandakan
United States
Shoab
AED 125
AED 144 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hotel Meliden
Exterior
A balcony with two chairs and a small round table, overlooking a residential building.
A modern building with a staircase, glass doors, and a garden area.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a tent, and a dartboard.

10. Trival Property Homestay

Trival Property Homestay
Sandakan
AED 188
AED 212 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Trival Property Homestay
A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a television.
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.
A seating area with two sofas and a coffee table, a closed window with a white blind, and a television mounted on the wall.

11. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
Sandakan
Malaysia
aaron chong en
AED 109
AED 137 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment 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 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.

12. Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Lucy
AED 198
AED 243 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Livingston Hotel
A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a seating area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a green sign.
A banquet hall with tiered seating, a stage with a podium, and a chandelier.
A conference room with rows of tables, each with a green tablecloth, red chairs, and water bottles.

13. The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
Sandakan
Malaysia
Felicia
AED 112
AED 132 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
The Pavilion Hotel
A bar area with stools, a counter, and red lanterns.
A bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, and a tiled backsplash.
A hotel named "MY DREAM HOTEL" with a prominent sign, a car parked in front, and a clear blue sky in the background.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

14. My Dream Hotel

My Dream Hotel
Sandakan
Malaysia
Chung Fai
AED 72
AED 85 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
My Dream Hotel
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 hotel reception area with a reception desk, two wicker sofas, a potted plant, and a wall with framed certificates and a world map.
A small, simple room with two beds, a small table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

15. Hotel Lutana

Hotel Lutana
Sandakan
Canada
Apollonia
AED 32
AED 43 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Hotel Lutana
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 entrance with a sign reading "THE HOTEL" and a motorcycle parked in front.
A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a curtain on the window.

16. THE HOTEL

THE HOTEL
Sandakan
Australia
Tapos
AED 79
AED 94 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
THE HOTEL
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.

17. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Holly
AED 286
AED 337 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a flat-screen TV, and a large window with curtains.
A gas station with multiple fuel pumps, a parking lot, and a building with a red roof.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, wicker chairs, and a large painting on the wall.
A room with a green sofa, a wooden desk with a television, a small table with a vase, and a mirror on the wall.

18. Hotel O Ramai

Hotel O Ramai
Sandakan
AED 33
AED 44 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hotel O Ramai
A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a bench, a sink, and an air conditioning unit.
A room with a closed door, a black leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and two blue chairs.
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.

19. Sandakan Inn

Sandakan Inn
Sandakan
Malaysia
MAZNI BINTI
AED 93
AED 110 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 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.
An indoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a checkered floor, and a green wall with graffiti.
A cozy room with a wooden wall, a sofa, a small table, and a white bench.
A view from a window overlooking a body of water with a ship in the distance, a palm tree, and a decorative light fixture.

20. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Kelly-ann
AED 62
AED 73 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
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Where to stay in Kota Kinabatangan

Find the best Kota Kinabatangan areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Stay near popular Kota Kinabatangan attractions

Batu Tulug

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at 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

Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan

10/10 Excellent
"Most memorable cocktails we had all trip which had included upmarket hotels in Singapore and KL👍. Appreciated the care in matching indicated preference."
Sherry 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Ormond Sandakan
Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Pretty basic but compared to others very good value for money as all inclusive etc. You see the same animals as other more expensive lodges. Overall had a great time and would recommend."
Sherry 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort
Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

10/10 Excellent
"We loved our stay, the room was spotless and very modern and clean. We loved the pool and the staff were very friendly. We had lunch and dinner in the restaurant and the buffet dinner which happens each Saturday which was really nice. We’d definitely stay here again"
Jennifer 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
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 8 days 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 2 weeks ago
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
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 5 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
AED 73
AED 88 total
19 Oct - 20 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
AED 86
AED 110 total
24 Oct - 25 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
AED 121
AED 140 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu
Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden

One Avenue, Batu 6, Jalan Utara Sandakan Sabah
AED 125
AED 144 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
Hotel Meliden
Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok Sandakan Sabah
AED 130
AED 162 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (248 reviews)
Sepilok Jungle Resort
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Jalan Sepilok Sandakan
AED 225
AED 254 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
8.6/10 Excellent! (82 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 traveler data. This lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your trip 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 vacation home rentals in Kota Kinabatangan?
Sandakan Hill Terrace 2: You might like this vacation home rental near Kota Kinabatangan. It offers a terrace, a garden, and a barbecue grill 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 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 fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Kota Kinabatangan.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Kota Kinabatangan?
For additional details about changing or cancelling your trip to Kota Kinabatangan, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What's the best budget-friendly accommodation in Kota Kinabatangan?
Based on our traveler 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 favorite with Expedia travelers. See more all-inclusive resorts in Kota Kinabatangan.
What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in Kota Kinabatangan?
Singgahmata Holidays Camp is a top lodge for people traveling with their pets, and offers a restaurant and premium linens for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Kota Kinabatangan.
What's the best hotel to stay near Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary?
Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3-star lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. You'll find it 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Kinabatangan Wildlife Sanctuary. Other good options around the area include Kinabatangan Wildlife Lodge and Bilit Adventure Lodge.
What about the best place to stay near Bukit Bulud Napa?
One of the top choices for your stay is Sukau Greenview Bed & Breakfast, located 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Bukit Bulud Napa, and this B&B offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Sukau Backpackers B&B and Borneo Nature Lodge are a couple of other good options within the surrounding area.
What's the best place to stay near Sandakan Airport (SDK)?
The Pavilion Hotel is a popular 3-star hotel featuring free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located a short 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Sandakan Airport. Another good choice close to the airport is Labuk Hotel, located just 1.5 mi (2.5 km) away.
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 accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Kota Kinabatangan.
What should I do while I'm visiting 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. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Kota Kinabatangan guide.
What's the weather like in Kota Kinabatangan?
The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 80°F. The snowiest months in Kota Kinabatangan are April, May, August, and July, with each month seeing an average of 83 inches of snowfall.