Sabah Hotel - Sandakan

4-star rainforest resort in Sandakan with pool, waterslide, and on-site dining

Pool & Recreation Area

Sabah Hotel's freeform outdoor pool features a waterslide and a waterfall that guests can use for fun or relaxation. A shallow end and a kids' pool make the area safe for children, while sun loungers and umbrellas are available for all. Resident water monitor lizards occasionally swim in the pool, creating a memorable wildlife encounter.

Dining Options

The hotel operates 4 in-house restaurants, including the Plantation Café overlooking the pool and Ming Restaurant serving authentic Oriental cuisine and dim sum. A poolside bar opens in the afternoon for alcoholic beverages, and the lobby lounge offers cocktails and light meals until 10 pm. Themed dinner nights and a happy hour are scheduled regularly.

Rooms & Suites

Sabah Hotel offers 116 spacious guest rooms and suites, each with satellite TV, a minibar, and daily newspapers. Air conditioning and a private bathroom with a hairdryer are standard in every room. Soundproof windows and a choice of pool or forest views provide a quiet stay.

Wellness & Spa Facilities

A fitness centre, sauna, and steam room are available for guests, along with spa treatment rooms and a relaxation lounge. Spa/wellness packages can be booked, and the fitness/spa locker rooms include essential amenities. Lockers are provided in the spa area for secure storage during treatments.

Family Amenities & Business Services

Children have access to a dedicated playground, a kids' pool, and a waterslide, plus a kid-friendly buffet and themed dinner nights. For business travellers, the hotel has a business centre, meeting and banquet facilities, and a concierge desk for car hire or tour bookings. An ATM and currency exchange are available on site, and the 24-hour front desk provides luggage storage and ironing services.

• Setting: One of the world's last natural tropical rainforests surrounding the hotel
• Pool: Freeform pool with waterslide, waterfall, and shallow kids' end
• Dining: 4 in-house restaurants including Oriental and dim sum specialties
• Wellness: Sauna, steam room, and spa treatment packages
• Family: Children's playground, kids' pool, and kid-friendly buffet
• Location: 12 km from Sandakan Airport, 30 min drive to Sepilok Orangutan Centre