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Oct 5 - Oct 6
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Oct 6 - Oct 7
This weekend
Oct 9 - Oct 11
Next weekend
Oct 16 - Oct 18

Our top choices for Sandakan family-friendly hotels

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.
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.
A modern lounge with large windows, leather chairs, a bar area, and a view of a cityscape.

1. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
Sandakan
￥10,690
￥12,016 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
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 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
￥8,843
￥10,820 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Livingston Hotel
A pool with a waterfall slide surrounded by lush greenery and a bridge.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of 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.

3. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Sandakan
  • Family paradise with spacious rooms and playful poolside adventures awaits at Sabah Hotel Sandakan—where fun flows freely.
￥11,437
￥12,738 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating.
A modern lobby with a curved ceiling, a mural with various cultural elements, seating areas, and a digital screen displaying a sports figure.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.
A building with a mural of Star Wars characters on the side.

4. The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel
Sandakan
￥5,748
￥6,786 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Elopura 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 bathroom with a white tiled wall, a Panasonic water heater, a handheld showerhead, and a soap dispenser.
A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a bedside table, and a lamp.

5. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Hotel O Hotel Ramai
Sandakan
￥1,580
￥2,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Hotel O Hotel Ramai
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 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.

6. Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
Sandakan
￥7,292
￥7,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Hotel Meliden
A reception area with a receptionist at a computer, a desk, and a plant.
A restaurant with wicker chairs, tables set with wine glasses, and a staircase with a metal railing.
A modern bathroom with a black countertop, a white sink, a glass-enclosed shower, and a separate bathtub.
A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, potted plants, and a decorative chandelier.

7. The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
Sandakan
￥4,794
￥5,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
The Pavilion Hotel
A swimming pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a rock formation.
A tropical garden with a pond, stone structures, and lush greenery.
A restaurant with wooden furniture, hanging plants, and a bar area.
A traditional house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

8. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
Sandakan
￥5,568
￥6,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Sepilok Jungle Resort
A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.
A wooden porch with benches, a red carpet, and a view of a house and greenery.
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.

9. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
Sandakan
￥10,000
￥11,246 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.
A corridor with wooden floors and slatted windows, leading to an open area.
A rustic bathroom with a brick wall, a wooden stool, a sink, and a shower area with a view of dense foliage.
A wooden room with a bed, a window, and a hanging canopy.

10. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Sandakan
￥3,578
￥4,250 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Sandakan

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Pool
All-inclusive
4 stars
5 stars

Top Sandakan Hotel Reviews

Sepilok Jungle Resort

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"
Lisie 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Sepilok Jungle Resort
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 11 days ago
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel

8/10 Good
"This hotel did the job for one night before I joined a tour. The staff were very friendly, my suitcase had been taken in before I even realised it was out the taxi! I stayed on a saturday night and there was live music in the street until about 10pm, something to be aware of if that bothers you. The walls seem quite thin also. For me it wasn't really an issue for one night."
Lorraine 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
The Elopura Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's Sandakan like for family-friendly vacations?
The welcoming destination of Sandakan is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with the kids. The swimming spots, walking trails, and local tours are just a few things that make this an attractive vacation spot for families. Fly into Sandakan (SDK), which is located 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from the city center.
What's the best place to stay for a family vacation to Sandakan?
Sabah Hotel Sandakan is a hotel with a children's pool and 3 restaurants, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. 2 Inn 1 Boutique Hotel & Spa is another choice for your kid-friendly vacation.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Sandakan?
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 Sandakan are April, May, August, and July, with each month seeing an average of 83 inches of snowfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Sandakan?
Sandakan Harbour Mall and Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre are interesting attractions you and your family might enjoy exploring while you are staying in Sandakan. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Kinabatangan Jungle Camp.

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