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Our top choices for Kota Kinabatangan hotels

1. Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort
Kota Kinabatangan
United Kingdom
Michael
P14,064
P16,750 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

2. Borneo Nature Lodge 2

Borneo Nature Lodge 2
Kota Kinabatangan
P21,836
P24,505 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Borneo Nature Lodge 2

3. Tambisan Island Lodge

Tambisan Island Lodge
Kota Kinabatangan
P1,816
P2,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Tambisan Island Lodge

4. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Michael
P1,420
P1,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

5. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
Sandakan
United States
Natalie
P2,209
P2,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Sepilok Jungle Resort

6. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Sarah-Jayne
P4,660
P5,186 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Ormond Sandakan

7. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
Sandakan
Canada
Audrey
P4,266
P4,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

8. Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
Sandakan
United States
Shoab
P2,893
P3,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Hotel Meliden

9. Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Lucy
P3,508
P4,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Livingston Hotel

10. The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
Sandakan
Malaysia
Felicia
P1,902
P2,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
The Pavilion Hotel

11. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Hotel O Hotel Ramai
Sandakan
P687
P742 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Hotel O Hotel Ramai

12. My Dream Hotel

My Dream Hotel
Sandakan
Malaysia
Chung Fai
P1,871
P2,361 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
My Dream Hotel

13. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Sandakan
United Kingdom
Holly
P4,544
P5,061 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Sabah Hotel Sandakan

14. The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel
Sandakan
United States
Jeremiah
P2,281
P2,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
The Elopura Hotel

15. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
Sandakan
Malaysia
aaron chong en
P1,842
P2,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

16. Hotel Lutana

Hotel Lutana
Sandakan
Canada
Apollonia
P543
P740 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Hotel Lutana

17. Trival Property Homestay

Trival Property Homestay
Sandakan
P3,450
P3,879 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Trival Property Homestay

18. The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
Sandakan
United States
Grant
P1,565
P1,844 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

19. THE HOTEL

THE HOTEL
Sandakan
Australia
Tapos
P1,341
P1,602 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
THE HOTEL

20. Sanbay Hotel

Sanbay Hotel
Sandakan
United States
Kristy
P1,395
P1,799 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Sanbay Hotel
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Where to stay in Kota Kinabatangan

Find the best Kota Kinabatangan areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.Learn more about Kota Kinabatangan
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Stay near popular Kota Kinabatangan attractions

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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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 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.
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Top Kota Kinabatangan Hotel Reviews

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 8 hours ago
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort

8/10 Good
"Very tired resort that needs some investment. Nothing terrible, but nothing great, other than the location. Pool water was not clear, and only about 9 sun beds for the whole place."
john 3-night trip
Posted 4 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 7 days ago
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
Hotel Meliden

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."
Rebecca 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Hotel Meliden
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 4 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
P1,420
P1,686 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
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
P1,499
P1,922 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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
P2,150
P2,475 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
includes taxes & fees
My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu
Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok Sandakan Sabah
P2,209
P2,760 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (244 reviews)
Sepilok Jungle Resort
Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden

One Avenue, Batu 6, Jalan Utara Sandakan Sabah
P2,893
P3,125 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
Hotel Meliden
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Jalan Sepilok Sandakan
P4,266
P4,760 total
Oct 24 - Oct 25
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.
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.
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.

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