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Our top choices for Bukit Buli Sim Sim hotels

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

1. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
4.0 star property
1.7 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"Great stay, helpful staff and the restaurant was lovely too."
United Kingdom
Sarah-Jayne
The price is NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Ormond Sandakan
A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.

2. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
1.4 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (391 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with friendly staff and nice food. Amenities were great and would definitely stay here if in Sandakan again"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating.

3. The Elopura Hotel

The Elopura Hotel
3.0 star property
1.8 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.8 out of 10, Good, (67 reviews)
"Centrally located and competitively priced."
United States
Jeremiah
The price is NZ$93
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
The Elopura Hotel
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.

4. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Great budget hotel, with friendly staff and a comfy bed. Help yourself breakfast was a bonus. "
United Kingdom
Kelly-ann
The price is NZ$35
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
A hotel room with three single beds, each with a red and white bedspread, wooden headboards, and bedside tables with lamps.

5. Hotel O London

Hotel O London
2.0 star property
1.8 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.0 out of 10, Good, (23 reviews)
"Property was fine for a one night stay"
Australia
Michelle
The price is NZ$35
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel O London
A multi-story building with a sign reading "Malaysia Hotel" and several ground-level shops.

6. Hotel O Malaysia Hotel

Hotel O Malaysia Hotel
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Location is central but there are rats all over the street at night, the staff here consists of a little old man on the help desk who tries to scam you and make you pay twice for the taxes on the property, and take a deposit, when there isn't anything even in the apartment working let a known worth stealing. You have been warned!!! Part with your money elsewhere!"
United Kingdom
Nathan
The price is NZ$26
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hotel O Malaysia Hotel
A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden wardrobe, a chair, and a television.

7. Hotel Western

Hotel Western
2.0 star property
1.7 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
The price is NZ$41
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel Western
A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.

8. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
2.5 star property
19.7 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (84 reviews)
"Everything was good"
Canada
Audrey
The price is NZ$133
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
A multi-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and a visible entrance.

9. Hotel Lutana

Hotel Lutana
2.5 star property
3.3 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (5 reviews)
"Good price. Friendly staff"
Canada
Apollonia
The price is NZ$19
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Lutana
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.

10. Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
2.0 star property
8.2 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (13 reviews)
"Clean room, easy access for budget travel"
United States
Shoab
The price is NZ$79
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hotel Meliden
A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, a central bar area, and pendant lighting.

11. Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
3.5 star property
5 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.8 out of 10, Good, (170 reviews)
"Room was clean and spacious, a short grab ride from town. Staff were friendly, breakfast was good."
United Kingdom
Lucy
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Livingston Hotel
A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a television.

12. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
3.0 star property
5.1 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.8 out of 10, Good, (19 reviews)
"very good place to stay provided you have own transport"
Malaysia
aaron chong en
The price is NZ$58
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a person in uniform.

13. Hotel Ramai

Hotel Ramai
2.0 star property
4.8 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
Malaysia
SYED
The price is NZ$41
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hotel Ramai
A hotel with a covered entrance, white pillars, and a sign reading "Sanbay Sandakan Hotel".

14. Sanbay Hotel

Sanbay Hotel
3.0 star property
3.5 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.6 out of 10, Good, (37 reviews)
"Good bang for your buck if you just need a quick night stay! Clean and easy check in process with nice helpful staff. "
United States
Kristy
The price is NZ$49
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Sanbay Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, curtains, an air conditioning unit, a wall-mounted light, and a window with a view of buildings.

15. The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
2.0 star property
6.1 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.6 out of 10, Good, (7 reviews)
"This is a great hotel for the price. Near market and restaurants. Very friendly staff. Definitely recommend "
United States
Grant
The price is NZ$53
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan
A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a seating area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

16. The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.2 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
"Love t room. Comfortable & clean"
Malaysia
Felicia
The price is NZ$66
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
The Pavilion Hotel
A bar area with stools, a counter, and red lanterns.

17. My Dream Hotel

My Dream Hotel
3.0 star property
8.3 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.2 out of 10, Good, (40 reviews)
"If you don't mind of sharing toilet, the property is clean and acceptable standard"
Malaysia
Chung Fai
The price is NZ$42
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
My Dream Hotel
A gas station with a red roof, a white building with a green stripe, and a sign for Esso.

18. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Hotel O Hotel Ramai
3.0 star property
3.3 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is NZ$24
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel O Hotel Ramai
Reception

19. Tyng Garden Hotel

Tyng Garden Hotel
2.0 star property
7.7 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"stres kondisi sterika yg x dsediakan.. menunggu berjam lamanya.. dgn alasan sterika yg lain rosak ttp x mmklumkan kpd kami shgga mmaksa kmi turun ke counter"
Malaysia
Anonymous traveller
The price is NZ$44
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Tyng Garden Hotel
A hotel reception desk with a marble wall backdrop and the hotel's name displayed above.

20. THE HOTEL

THE HOTEL
2.5 star property
9.1 km from Bukit Buli Sim Sim
5.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
"Close to the airport, but far enough not to hear the noise. Nice clean room. Bathroom needs some re-thinking. Shops and restaurants nearby. No elevator to the rooms. "
Australia
Tapos
The price is NZ$46
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
THE HOTEL
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Compare popular hotels close to Bukit Buli Sim Sim

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.
Ormond Sandakan
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
53 reviews
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A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
391 reviews
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A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating.
The Elopura Hotel
3.0 star property
7.8
Good
67 reviews
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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.
Sandakan Backpackers Hostel
2.0 star property
7.8
Good
10 reviews
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A hotel room with three single beds, each with a red and white bedspread, wooden headboards, and bedside tables with lamps.
Hotel O London
2.0 star property
7.0
Good
23 reviews
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Other attractions near Bukit Buli Sim Sim

Sandakan Heritage Trail

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can take time to visit Sandakan Heritage Trail during your travels to Sandakan. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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Top Bukit Buli Sim Sim Hotel Reviews

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.
Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
Sandakan

10/10 Excellent

A very good hotel in Sandakan, I wouldn’t stay anywhere else. We had dinner at the Poolside restaurant and the food was amazing (as were the staff). The gym was well equipped, and the rooms comfortable with good bedding. I wouldn’t stay anywhere definitely stay here again
Australia
Melissa
Reviewed September 25, 2026
Ormond Sandakan

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Bukit Buli Sim Sim?

Bukit Buli Sim Sim is located in Sandakan. Travellers like this welcoming area for its seaside and temples. You'll find 53 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Bukit Buli Sim Sim?

Sabah Hotel Sandakan is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers 3 restaurants and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Bukit Buli Sim Sim. Another good option is Hotel City Star, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to Bukit Buli Sim Sim?

Expedia has 53 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Bukit Buli Sim Sim.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bukit Buli Sim Sim, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals close to Bukit Buli Sim Sim.