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Our top choices for Kota Kinabatangan family-friendly hotels

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

1. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (83 reviews)
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
A swimming pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a rock formation.

2. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
2.5 star property
Sandakan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (248 reviews)
The price is NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Sepilok Jungle Resort
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

3. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (103 reviews)
The price is NZ$40
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking the sea.

4. Ormond Sandakan

Ormond Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Ormond Sandakan
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
Sandakan
7.0 out of 10, Good, (23 reviews)
The price is NZ$35
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel O London
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a television.

6. Hotel Meliden

Hotel Meliden
2.0 star property
Sandakan
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (13 reviews)
The price is NZ$80
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Meliden
A pool with a waterfall slide surrounded by lush greenery and a bridge.

7. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

Sabah Hotel Sandakan
4.0 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (391 reviews)
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    Family paradise with spacious rooms and playful poolside adventures awaits at Sabah Hotel Sandakan—where fun flows freely.
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Sabah Hotel Sandakan
A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a seating area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

8. The Pavilion Hotel

The Pavilion Hotel
3.0 star property
Sandakan
7.2 out of 10, Good, (84 reviews)
The price is NZ$65
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The Pavilion Hotel
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a lamp, a tent, and a dartboard.

9. Trival Property Homestay

Trival Property Homestay
3.0 star property
Sandakan
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Trival Property Homestay
A modern restaurant interior with wooden flooring, a central bar area, and pendant lighting.

10. Livingston Hotel

Livingston Hotel
3.5 star property
Sandakan
7.8 out of 10, Good, (170 reviews)
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Livingston Hotel
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Choose what matters most at family-friendly hotels in Kota Kinabatangan

Breakfast included
Pool

Top Kota Kinabatangan 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 Kota Kinabatangan like for family-friendly holidays?

The tropical destination of Kota Kinabatangan is a great choice if you've been thinking about a holiday with the children. The popular aquarium, snorkelling spots and rafting are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Arrange a flight into Sandakan (SDK), which is located 26 mi (41.8 km) from the city centre.

When's the best time to book a family-friendly holiday in Kota Kinabatangan?

The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 26°C. The snowiest months in Kota Kinabatangan are April, May, August and July, with each month seeing an average of 211 cm of snowfall.

What's there to see and do with your family in Kota Kinabatangan?

While you and the family are holidaying in Kota Kinabatangan, you may want to get outside and enjoy the great outdoors at spots such as Bukit Batangan, Bukit Bulud Napa and Bukit Timbang. Make sure that you have plenty of time during your visit for activities such as Pulau Kabili.