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Sandakan vacation rentals

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Superhost

Condo in SANDAKAN

4.73 out of 5 average rating, 79 reviews

D'Serenity Sandakan , Sri Utama Condominium

Sri Utama Condominium is the first and tallest condominium in Sandakan. It nestled in a spacious 10.92 acre which give the first luxury with full recreational facilities, gated and guarded with round the clock patrolling security service. This is a corner unit with 1314sft build up and high floor unit. It have 3 bedrooms with an attached bathroom for master room. All rooms and living room are fully air conditioned. Water heater provided for both bathroom. 2 queen size bed and another 2 super single which can accommodate up to 6 person.

Aug 15 – 22

ﺩ.ﺇ191 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Sandakan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 21 reviews

*PROMO*TmnIndah/CornerTerrace4BR/8-15pax/AtariGame

Home-Dora @ Sandakan, Sabah -Double-storey Corner Terrace ( 2500+ sq ft ) -Located at strategic point - Taman Indah, Mile 4 -5 minutes walk to Indah Jaya Recreation Club & Water Park -Can accommodate 8-15 pax -Entire house equipped with air-conditioner -Indoor & Outdoor Water Filter System -WIFI, Astro NJOI, TV Box, Atari Games -Indoor & Outdoor Kitchen -Well-equipped cookware & kitchen appliances -High quality branded linens -Spacious residential garage ( 4 vehicles ) -A nearby public park

Mar 8 – 15

ﺩ.ﺇ301 per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Sandakan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Home_163

Home_163 Sandakan Living room with aircon & fan 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom Sea View -Master Bedroom with aircon 1 queen size bed -Bedroom 1 with aircon 1 queen size bed + single bed Fully furnished come with -WIFI / TV Box -Washing machine / Refrigerator -Dinning table -Water heater -Coway water purifier -Hair dryer build in both bathroom -Two way induction cooker -Two car park #No pool Check In - 3pm Check Out - 12pm No pet allowed No durian No smoking indoor Allow smoking at balcony

Aug 23 – 30

ﺩ.ﺇ167 per night

Popular amenities for Sandakan vacation rentals

Stay near Sandakan's top sights

Harbour Mall Sandakan4 locals recommend
Sandakan Crocodile Farm13 locals recommend
Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre28 locals recommend
Rainforest Discovery Centre (RDC)12 locals recommend
McDonald's Bandar Utama3 locals recommend
Giant Superstore Sandakan9 locals recommend

Other great vacation rentals in Sandakan

Superhost

Apartment in Sandakan

4.5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Suria Apartment IJM Sandakan

Jun 22 – 29

ﺩ.ﺇ135 per night
Guest favorite

Home in Sandakan

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

Virta Guesthouse

May 3 – 10

ﺩ.ﺇ118 per night
Superhost

Apartment in Sandakan

4.64 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

Marit's Homestay Sandakan

Jun 4 – 11

ﺩ.ﺇ127 per night
Guest favorite

Condo in Sandakan

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews

Homestay, Utama South IJM. 6Guest.

Sep 16 – 23

ﺩ.ﺇ192 per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Sandakan

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Enjoy your stay in HS Homestay

Sep 2 – 9

ﺩ.ﺇ135 per night
Guest favorite

Apartment in Sandakan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Muji Wi-Fi Aircond HomeStay

Jun 18 – 25

ﺩ.ﺇ187 per night
Superhost

Home in Sandakan

4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Borneo Cove Seaview Sandakan

Nov 19 – 26

ﺩ.ﺇ143 per night
Guest favorite

Condo in Sandakan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Calming & Comfortable Luxury Apartment.

Sep 30 – Oct 7

ﺩ.ﺇ291 per night

Home in Sandakan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Comfortable home awaits you by LimStay

Sep 5 – 12

ﺩ.ﺇ383 per night

Home in Sandakan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Cozy Party Homestay nearby Airport

Jul 12 – 19

ﺩ.ﺇ338 per night

Bungalow in Sandakan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Private high leg bungalow on hill at Sandakan

Oct 31 – Nov 7

ﺩ.ﺇ445 per night

Condo in Sandakan

4.71 out of 5 average rating, 42 reviews

Homestay in Sandakan - Residensi Pr1ma Borneo Cove

Nov 15 – 22

ﺩ.ﺇ139 per night

Other great vacation rentals in Sandakan

Home in Sandakan

4.63 out of 5 average rating, 54 reviews

Hill Terrace 2-Big Group 婚嫁/聚会*4 rooms*12 Pax*!

Jan 13 – 20

ﺩ.ﺇ238 per night

Condo in Sandakan

4.75 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

IJM/GateGuard/Airport/Starbucks/McD/wifi3BR*7~10px

Mar 1 – 8

ﺩ.ﺇ189 per night

Condo in Sandakan

4.67 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Sandakan homestay Natural Green 2R2B - 5pax

Dec 10 – 17

ﺩ.ﺇ134 per night

Apartment in Sandakan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Apartment in Sandakan @ Sri Indah Condominium

Apr 15 – 22

ﺩ.ﺇ216 per night

Villa in Kinabatangan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Baey DVilla Homestay Bukit Garam Kinabatangan

Sep 11 – 18

ﺩ.ﺇ395 per night

Home in Sandakan

4.73 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviews

Ann_HomeStay

Sep 20 – 27

ﺩ.ﺇ224 per night

Apartment in Sandakan

4.73 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Azzahra Homestay- Borneo Cove Residency

Jun 14 – 21

ﺩ.ﺇ133 per night

Home in Sandakan

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

11Homestay [6-8pax]*NEW* Safe & Cozy Place

Jun 17 – 24

ﺩ.ﺇ206 per night

Condo in Sandakan

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

2Bedrooms Sandakan Homestay @ Borneo Cove

May 11 – 18

ﺩ.ﺇ109 per night

Home in Sandakan

4.71 out of 5 average rating, 7 reviews

*promo*Rimbayu Homely 2-storey 3 Bedroom home

Jan 21 – 28

ﺩ.ﺇ262 per night

Apartment in Sandakan

4.67 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Celes Homestay @ Sri Indah Kondominium *NEW PLACE*

Sep 19 – 26

ﺩ.ﺇ211 per night

Townhouse in Sandakan

4.71 out of 5 average rating, 14 reviews

CosyQuinn~ Cosy Homestay in Sandakan!

Oct 1 – 8

ﺩ.ﺇ150 per night

Quick stats about vacation rentals in Sandakan

Total rentals

280 properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

100 properties have a dedicated workspace

Rentals with a pool

50 properties have a pool

Pet-friendly rentals

10 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

200 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

2.1K reviews

Your guide to Sandakan

All About Sandakan

From Malaysia’s tallest peak, Mount Kinabalu, to the depths of the Gomantong Caves and the Sulu Sea, Sandakan offers rich natural diversity. The port city is located in the state of Sabah on the northeastern coast of Borneo, the largest island in Southeast Asia. Here, Mount Kinabalu towers over two miles above Kinabalu Park, Malaysia’s first UNESCO World Heritage site recognized as one of the most critical rainforests in the world.

The city is known for beautiful temples, rare orchids, and its commitment to animal rehabilitation. At the Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary, you can learn about the species and efforts being made to get them off the endangered list. At Turtle Islands Park, you can see young green and hawksbill turtles that are hatched on the beaches swimming to sea — or you can scuba, swim, or snorkel to spy clownfish and butterflyfish in coral reefs.

At the Sandakan Heritage Museum, grab a map and walk the Sandakan Heritage Trail to learn about the city’s history and explore several sites, including the Sam Sing Kung Temple, a Chinese temple built in 1887 honoring the highest gods of traditional Chinese Taoism, and the Malaysia Fountain commemorating the independence of Sabah in 1963. After working up an appetite, have lunch at the Sandakan Central Market, where eateries serve Malay, Chinese, and Filipino cuisine.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Sandakan

Sandakan is hot and humid year-round, with high rainfall possible throughout the year. December is by far the wettest month, and you’ll see the least rain in April, but you should always be prepared with an umbrella, just in case. If you’re hoping to see turtles from a respectful distance, the best time to visit is March to July, when the babies hatch and make their way to the sea, or July to October to see the mothers coming ashore to lay their eggs. In August, the Borneo Rhythms of Rimba Wildlife Festival (ROR) is an outdoor event with music and art at the Rainforest Discovery Centre. At the end of September, you can experience cooking competitions and great food at the Sandakan Festival.


Top things to do in Sandakan

Puu Jih Shih Temple

For a panoramic view of Sandakan and to learn more about the culture of the local Chinese community, you can take a bus 2.5 miles from downtown, then walk up the hill (or take a taxi) past more than a dozen colossal statues of Buddha to the entrance of the Puu Jih Shih Temple. Through the red-roofed, three-arched gateway — notable for its size and classical design of green dragons with cobalt, red, and gold accents — you’ll find a courtyard adorned with pink and gold globe lanterns. From there, you may quietly explore the tranquil gardens and interiors.

Kabili-Sepilok Forest Reserve

Less than 20 miles west of Sandakan, you can see hundreds of species of birds, animals, and flowers at the Rainforest Discovery Centre from steel walkways 32 yards above. From platforms near feeding stations at the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre, you may see orphaned baby orangutans that were rescued from logging sites or illegal hunters being nursed to health, trained to survive again in the wild, and released. Likewise, tiny rescued sun bears roam the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Center, where they are rehabilitated and released into the wild. At each of these conservation centers, direct contact with the animals is strictly prohibited.

Kinabatangan River

Take a cruise down Malaysia’s second-longest river, the 347-mile-long Kinabatangan River. Along the scenic waterway are riparian and mangrove forests, and you might be lucky enough to spot proboscis monkeys, Bornean pygmy elephants, macaque monkeys, crocodiles, or freshwater sharks.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Sandakan?

    Four-legged friends are welcome in Sandakan. Choose from more than 10 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.

  • How much does it cost to stay in condo rentals in Sandakan?

    Experience the best of Sandakan with our condo rentals, starting at about $20 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.

  • Are there Sandakan condo rentals on Airbnb with pools?

    Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 20 condo rentals with pools in Sandakan, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!

  • Do condo rentals in Sandakan have a gym?

    Absolutely! We offer over 30 condo rentals with a gym in Sandakan. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Are there house rentals with a dedicated workspace in Sandakan?

    Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 30 house rentals in Sandakan featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.

  • Are there family-friendly townhouse rentals in Sandakan?

    Sandakan has more than 10 family-friendly townhouse rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.

  • Do townhouse rentals in Sandakan have air conditioning?

    Absolutely! We offer over 10 townhouse rentals with air conditioning in Sandakan. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

  • Do house rentals in Sandakan have wifi?

    Absolutely! We offer over 60 house rentals with wifi in Sandakan. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.

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  2. Malaysia
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