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A coastal city with a marina, buildings, and a well-maintained park.
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Our top choices for Sabah hotels on the lake

A spacious indoor area with wooden beams, hanging lights, and wicker furniture.

1. Sepilok Nature Resort

Sepilok Nature Resort
3.0 star property
Sandakan
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (212 reviews)
"Virkelig dejligt hotel med god service, god mad og ikke mindst fantastisk beliggenhed lige op af Sepilok Orangutang Rehabilitation Centre og regnskoven. "
Denmark
Helle
Sepilok Nature Resort
A modern house with a large porch, wooden staircase, and a well-lit entrance.

2. 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)
"Everything was good"
Canada
Audrey
The price is Rp1.244.355
Rp1.388.625 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)
A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.

3. Sepilok Jungle Resort

Sepilok Jungle Resort
2.5 star property
Sandakan
7.6 out of 10, Good, (248 reviews)
"It was an amazing lodge. We could see animals inside the hotel grounds orangutans five minute walk to Rehab center and sun bear."
United States
jerald
The price is Rp607.051
Rp761.042 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Sepilok Jungle Resort
A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

4. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
2.5 star property
Sandakan
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (102 reviews)
"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."
United Kingdom
Paula
The price is Rp414.096
Rp491.946 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
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Top Sabah Hotel Reviews

The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"It was really a pleasant stay and the view was so beautiful. Our charity golf was well organised there."
JUNKYU 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort

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