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1. Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

Kota Kinabatangan

Michael

NZ$411

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a stone wall backdrop.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a dining table with chairs, and a view of greenery outside.

A pathway leading to a building with multiple rooms, surrounded by greenery and palm trees.

A spacious dining area with high tables and wicker chairs, large windows, and ceiling fans.

2. Borneo Nature Lodge 2

Kota Kinabatangan

NZ$652

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A rustic cabin with a thatched roof, a small fire inside, and a person standing by the entrance.

A room with a wooden desk, a black wardrobe, a mirror, and a small rug.

A dormitory room with three bunk beds, a wooden desk, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

A building with large windows and a water tank in the yard.

3. Tambisan Island Lodge

Kota Kinabatangan

NZ$65

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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 wooden building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden room with a bed, a window, and a hanging canopy.

4. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Sandakan

Paula

NZ$48

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.

A well-lit bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a nightstand.

A tropical garden with a pond, stone structures, and lush greenery.

A wooden deck with a geometric metal railing, overlooking a lush green garden.

5. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sandakan

Natalie

NZ$78

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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 spacious hotel lobby with a large seating area, large windows with a view of the sea, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a view of the sea.

6. Ormond Sandakan

Sandakan

Sarah-Jayne

NZ$133

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and three paintings.

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.

7. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Sandakan

Audrey

NZ$127

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, a central bar area, and pendant lighting.

A spacious lobby with a marble floor, a staircase with ornate railings, and a potted plant.

A modern building with a swimming pool, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A modern hotel with a curved facade, large glass windows, and a covered entrance area.

8. Livingston Hotel

Sandakan

Lucy

NZ$122

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a small table, and a balcony with a view of a forested area.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a glass cabinet, a marble wall, a ceiling fan, and a white table.

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

A modern building with a staircase, glass doors, and a garden area.

9. Trival Property Homestay

Sandakan

NZ$109

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A resort with a large pool, a waterfall, and a lounge area surrounded by lush greenery.

A wooden staircase surrounded by dense tropical foliage, leading to a higher level.

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.

10. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sandakan

Holly

NZ$144

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.

A modern hotel lobby with a large seating area, a coffee table, and a view of the street and greenery outside.

A hotel corridor with a coffee machine, a door, and a ventilation system.

A modern hotel with a sign reading "HOTEL MELIDEN" and a parking lot with several cars.

11. Hotel Meliden

Sandakan

Shoab

NZ$89

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A reception area with a receptionist at a computer, a desk, and a plant.

A reception area with a polished floor, a reception desk, potted plants, framed pictures on the wall, and a decorative lamp.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent sign reading "The Pavilion Hotel."

A lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, potted plants, and a decorative chandelier.

12. The Pavilion Hotel

Sandakan

Felicia

NZ$64

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, wicker chairs, and a sofa.

A multi-story building with a sign for 'Hotel Rama I' and 'Siamart Hotel'.

A room with a green sofa, a small wooden table, a TV, and a desk with a mirror.

A neatly made bed with white linens and pillows, a bedside table, and a lamp.

13. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

Sandakan

NZ$21

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bar area with stools, a counter, and red lanterns.

A reception area with a receptionist, a chandelier, a red wall, a counter, and a water dispenser.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a phone, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel named "MY DREAM HOTEL" with a prominent sign, a car parked in front, and a clear blue sky in the background.

14. My Dream Hotel

Sandakan

Chung Fai

NZ$61

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern reception area with a counter, seating, and a television.

A hotel with a modern architectural design, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple balconies.

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 seating area with two sofas and a coffee table, a closed window with a white blind, and a television mounted on the wall.

15. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

Sandakan

aaron chong en

NZ$66

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A hotel reception desk with a marble wall backdrop and the hotel's name displayed above.

A hotel room with two beds, a painting on the wall, and a curtain on the window.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel reception area with a marble wall, a reception desk, and a sign that reads "THE HOTEL."

16. THE HOTEL

Sandakan

Tapos

NZ$46

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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.

A hotel lobby with a staircase, a reception desk, and a clock on the wall.

17. Sandakan Inn

Sandakan

MAZNI BINTI

NZ$51

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A conference room with round tables, red chairs, and a yellow table runner.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden floor, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

A modern lobby with a curved ceiling, a mural with various cultural elements, seating areas, and a digital screen displaying a sports figure.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of indoor and outdoor seating.

18. The Elopura Hotel

Sandakan

Jeremiah

NZ$77

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower.

A multi-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and a visible entrance.

A hallway with a blue carpet, a trash can, a potted plant, and a sign indicating room number 101.

A small, simple room with two beds, a small table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

19. Hotel Lutana

Sandakan

Apollonia

NZ$20

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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.

A view from a window overlooking a body of water with a ship in the distance, a palm tree, and a decorative light fixture.

An indoor seating area with wooden tables and chairs, a checkered floor, and a green wall with graffiti.

A room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

20. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Sandakan

Kelly-ann

NZ$35

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Our guide on where to stay in Kota Kinabatangan

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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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Batu Tulug

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in 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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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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Top Kota Kinabatangan Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Kota Kinabatangan

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"

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."

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."

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."

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"

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Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Mile 14, Jalan Labuk Sandakan Sabah

NZ$48

9 Oct - 10 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (101 reviews)

Grace Hotel Lahad Datu

Lahad Datu Center Point, MDLD 4678 Lahad Datu

NZ$52

21 Oct - 22 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.6/10 Good! (16 reviews)

My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu

Lot 256 to Lot 271 Lahad Datu Sabah

NZ$68

10 Oct - 11 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok Sandakan Sabah

NZ$78

9 Oct - 10 Oct

includes taxes & fees

7.6/10 Good! (245 reviews)

Hotel Meliden

One Avenue, Batu 6, Jalan Utara Sandakan Sabah

NZ$89

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (13 reviews)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Jalan Sepilok Sandakan

NZ$127

24 Oct - 25 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (82 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What is the best area to stay in Kota Kinabatangan?

The best area to stay in Kota Kinabatangan is along the Kinabatangan River, specifically in the lodges and guesthouses dotted along its banks, particularly between Sukau and Bilit.This region is the primary draw for visitors, offering direct access to wildlife viewing opportunities along the river. The lodges are typically set back from the river, often accessible by a short boat ride or a small track from the main road, providing a sense of being truly in nature. Most accommodations here are eco-lodges or boutique guesthouses, designed to blend with the natural surroundings.For couples and wildlife enthusiasts, staying directly by the river is ideal. The main attraction is taking guided boat trips at dawn and dusk to spot proboscis monkeys, orangutans, pygmy elephants, and a wide array of birds in their natural habitat. Many lodges also offer guided jungle treks and night walks, providing an extensive wildlife experience right from your doorstep.

What are the best family hotels in Kota Kinabatangan?

For family-friendly accommodation in Kota Kinabatangan, consider the Bilit Adventure Lodge or the 3-star Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan).The Bilit Adventure Lodge, with a strong 9.0 rating, is top for families and offers complimentary rollaway extra beds, which is very convenient. Guests also benefit from free breakfast and air conditioning in their rooms, ensuring a comfortable stay for everyone.Another good option is the 3-star Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan), which has a 7.2 rating. This hotel provides rollaway extra beds and offers a scheduled airport shuttle service, as well as a 24-hour airport shuttle, making arrivals and departures very straightforward for families. An area shuttle and free breakfast are also available, adding to the convenience.

Are there any all-inclusive hotels in Kota Kinabatangan?

For an all-inclusive hotel in Kota Kinabatangan, consider the 3-star Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan).This hotel, with a 7.2 rating, is an all-inclusive property that provides excellent convenience for travellers. It offers a scheduled airport shuttle service, as well as a 24-hour airport shuttle, making arrivals and departures very straightforward. Additionally, guests can benefit from an area shuttle and complimentary breakfast.

What hotels in Kota Kinabatangan offer free breakfast?

In Kota Kinabatangan, several highly-rated hotels offer complimentary breakfast, including Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan), Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort, The Last Frontier Boutique Resort, and Bilit Adventure Lodge.The 3-star Tanini Kinabatangan (Formerly Known as Nature Lodge Kinabatangan), with a rating of 7.2, provides free breakfast along with scheduled and 24-hour airport shuttle services, and an area shuttle for convenient travel.Another excellent choice is the 3-star Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort, which has a rating of 8.6. Guests can enjoy free breakfast, complimentary toiletries, free self-parking, and free airport transportation, along with a scheduled airport shuttle and private balconies.The 3-star The Last Frontier Boutique Resort, boasting a great 10.0 rating, also offers free breakfast, including local breakfast options, complimentary toiletries, and free self-parking.Finally, Bilit Adventure Lodge, rated 9.0, provides free breakfast, along with free rollaway extra beds and air conditioning for a comfortable stay.

What are the best budget hotels in Kota Kinabatangan?

When looking for budget-friendly accommodation in Kota Kinabatangan, consider The Last Frontier Boutique Resort, Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort, and Bilit Adventure Lodge.The 3-star The Last Frontier Boutique Resort has an exceptional rating of 10.0 and offers complimentary breakfast, free toiletries, and free self-parking, ensuring a comfortable and convenient stay.Another excellent option is the 3-star Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort, rated 8.6. This resort provides free toiletries, complimentary breakfast, free self-parking, and free airport transportation with scheduled shuttle availability. Many rooms also feature a balcony for guests to enjoy.Bilit Adventure Lodge, with a rating of 9.0, is also a great choice, offering complimentary breakfast, free rollaway extra beds, and air conditioning to ensure a pleasant stay.

What are the most romantic hotels in Kota Kinabatangan for couples?

For a romantic hotel in Kota Kinabatangan that is superb for couples, consider the Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort.This 3-star resort, with a rating of 8.6, offers a lovely setting for a romantic getaway. Many guests appreciate the free breakfast and complimentary airport transportation, which adds to the convenience. The resort provides spacious rooms, some of which feature balconies with delightful river views, allowing couples to enjoy the serene surroundings together.

Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?

You can cancel your hotel reservation on Expedia, although it depends on the cancellation policy of your booking. Most bookings are refundable if cancelled within 24 to 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. If free cancellation is available, you can cancel directly through your Expedia account by logging in, going to 'My Trips' and selecting your reservation. To find flexible deals, filter your search by 'Fully refundable property' for hotels in Kota Kinabatangan.

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Prices for hotels in Kota Kinabatangan often vary, but you can find a great deal from NZ$20 on Expedia. All sorts of factors affect price, such as the time of year or the days of the week you choose for your stay. Find the best deals by being flexible with your dates, and sort search results by 'Price: low to high' for our cheapest rates.

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Our top choices for Kota Kinabatangan hotels

1. Borneo Natural Sukau Bilit Resort

2. Borneo Nature Lodge 2

3. Tambisan Island Lodge

4. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

5. Sepilok Jungle Resort

6. Ormond Sandakan

7. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

8. Livingston Hotel

9. Trival Property Homestay

10. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

11. Hotel Meliden

12. The Pavilion Hotel

13. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

14. My Dream Hotel

15. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

16. THE HOTEL

17. Sandakan Inn

18. The Elopura Hotel

19. Hotel Lutana

20. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

Our guide on where to stay in Kota Kinabatangan

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Stay near popular Kota Kinabatangan attractions

Bukit Belanda

Batu Tulug

Bukit Bulud Napa

Bukit Batangan

Learn more about Kota Kinabatangan

Top Kota Kinabatangan Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Kota Kinabatangan

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Sabah Hotel Sandakan

The Last Frontier Boutique Resort

The Executive Hotel Lahad Datu

More cheap accommodation in Kota Kinabatangan

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Grace Hotel Lahad Datu

My Inn Hotel Lahad Datu

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Hotel Meliden

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

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