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Popular hotels in Sabah

Discover well-known properties in Sabah that are favoured by visitors more than others. There are 3,319 hotels in Sabah and price data was last updated on 10 June 2025. The average price for a hotel in Sabah is €130/night.
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1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Luxury resort on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools Spend the day at The Pacific Sutera Hotel's private white sand beach, relax by one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools, or enjoy the onsite golf course and full-service spa. The Pacific Sutera Hotel offers 500 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. This Kota Kinabalu resort provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily. Guests can play rounds at the 27-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including a private beach, 3 outdoor tennis courts, and 3 indoor tennis courts. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a sauna, and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Free Wi-Fi
8.4
Excellent
3548 reviews
Location
1.9 km from city centre
Tb 224-227, Lot 1-4, Jalan Bunga, Fajar, Tawau, Malaysia
Hotel with a full-service spa, a quick walk to St. Patrick's Anglican Church Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge. Free WiFi in public areas and free valet parking are also provided. Other amenities include a sauna, spa services, and a business center. Shervinton Executive Boutique Hotel offers 100 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna.
Free Wi-Fi
7.8
Good
1193 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
Block 83, Town Centre, 4th Avenue, Sandakan, Malaysia
Hotel in Sandakan with 2 restaurants and a 24-hour front desk 2 restaurants, concierge services, and dry cleaning are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and wedding services. Hotel Sandakan offers 105 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water. This Sandakan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and bidets. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
1325 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre
Mile 1 1/2, Jalan Leila, Sandakan, Malaysia
Hotel in Sandakan with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant Along with a restaurant, this hotel has a business center and conference space. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, wedding services, and a garden are onsite. Sanbay Hotel offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with safes. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.7
Excellent
264 reviews
Location
2.0 km from city centre
Jalan Utara, Mile 4, Sandakan, Malaysia
Hotel with free parking, near Sandakan Rainforest Park This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a restaurant, and a meeting room. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, concierge services, a 24-hour front desk, and free newspapers are onsite. Livingston Hotel offers 275 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Sandakan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Pool
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.0
Excellent
1263 reviews
Location
4.4 km from city centre
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Discover a true urban sanctuary at Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu. Edging the waterfront, our luxury Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, hotel is perfectly located in the heart of the city's central business, retail, and entertainment district. Immerse yourself in comfort amid stylish hotel accommodations featuring stunning sea and city views, contemporary amenities, and refined design elements inspired by the eclectic beauty of Sabah Borneo, Malaysia. Upgrade your stay to Le Méridien Club or suite rooms to enjoy exclusive access to the panoramic sea-view Club Lounge. Explore Kota Kinabalu's many cultural fascinations, and complete the experience with distinctive local and international cuisine at our restaurants. Celebrate or succeed in sophisticated event and meeting venues, and relax with creative cocktails as you enjoy a sunset in motion at our rooftop bar. Designed to inspire your senses, Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is a 5-star haven in a vibrant destination.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.9
Excellent
2903 reviews
Location
0.6 km from city centre
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Luxury resort on the beach, with 2 outdoor pools Catch some rays on Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu's private sand beach or spend the day relaxing at the full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 3 restaurants. Change of towels is available on request. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu offers 498 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature espresso makers and safes. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature down comforters. A pillow menu is available. 43-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with hydromassage showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. A private beach, 3 outdoor tennis courts, a marina, and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the resort. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a health club. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the health club or fitness facility. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Pool
8.9
Excellent
3780 reviews
Location
4.0 km from city centre
€174
Km 1 Jalan Utara, Sandakan, Malaysia
Hotel in Sandakan with 3 restaurants and a health club This hotel features 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a health club. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a sauna are onsite. Sabah Hotel Sandakan offers 114 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Sandakan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 50+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
8.4
Excellent
2083 reviews
Location
1.0 km from city centre
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool Pamper yourself with a visit to The Magellan Sutera Resort's full-service spa, practice your swing on the golf course, or catch some rays on the private beach. The Magellan Sutera Resort offers 456 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily. A private beach, a golf course, 3 outdoor tennis courts, and 2 indoor tennis courts are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a waterslide, a sauna, and a fitness center. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8.7
Excellent
4324 reviews
Location
1.6 km from city centre
€107
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, 3, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Nestled in the heart of Sabah’s laidback capital of Kota Kinabalu City, Hilton Kota Kinabalu is a stroll away from romantic waterfront sunsets and less than two kilometers from the Signal Hill Observatory Platform, a lookout point that is built 100 meters above the dense tropical jungle. Business meets leisure seamlessly with the property being within three kilometers of the Sabah International Convention Center and major shopping malls. For some fun in the sun, the Jesselton Jetty is just 3 kilometers away from the hotel, where you can hop on a 15-minute boat ride to a cluster of 5 islands famous for kayaking, snorkeling, and scuba diving. From high-end malls to street-side stalls, the charming juxtaposition of old and new can be witnessed from the hotel’s Rooftop Poolside Bar & Grill offering fresh seafood and grilled meats served with a side of stunning coastal views.
9.0
Excellent
3334 reviews
Location
0.1 km from city centre

Travel insights for hotels in Sabah

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a hotel in Sabah including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a hotel in Sabah?

The cheapest month to book a hotel in Sabah is December (€28). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Sabah is September (€349).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hotel in Sabah?

The cheapest day to stay in Sabah is Wednesday (€28). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is €406.

How much is a hotel in Sabah tonight?

Users have found prices for hotels in Sabah tonight starting as low as €13, rising to an average cost of €41, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from €15 for a 4-star hotel in Sabah for tonight.

How much is a Sabah hotel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hotels in Sabah this weekend for as little as €10/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as €10/night. For a 4-star hotel in Sabah, the cheapest rate recently found was €21/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hotel in Sabah?

Save money by booking a hotel at least 84 days before your trip to Sabah. The lowest price found when booking 84 days ahead was €18 per night.

Top-rated Sabah hotels

Browse through properties in Sabah that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 3,319 properties in Sabah and data was last updated on 10 June 2025.
Our users rated these Sabah hotels among the best places to stay. Skim through hotel descriptions and user reviews to find the right one for you.
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Sepilok, Malaysia
0.0 km from city centre
Air conditioning
€50
Avg. per night
Polish Bay Gaya Island Po Box 22036, 88778 Luyang Kota Kinabalu, Borneo Sabah, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
8.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€205
Avg. per night
Jalan Pantai, Locked Bag 2084, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€54
Avg. per night
Kampung Kundasang, Ranau, 15, Ranau, Malaysia
9.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€49
Avg. per night
63 Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€43
Avg. per night
Lorong Kemajuan Karamunsing, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€20
Avg. per night
Lot 95, Jalan Gaya, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€22
Avg. per night
Kampung Samuruh, Ranau, Malaysia
7.9 km from city centre
Parking
€39
Avg. per night
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€36
Avg. per night
Block H, Lot 1 & 2, Jalan Lintas Highway, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€12
Avg. per night
5, Jalan Padang, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€26
Avg. per night
Lot B5 & B6, Semporna Seafront Resort Township, Semporna, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€37
Avg. per night
Mile 1, Jalan Kuhara, Tawau, Malaysia
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€23
Avg. per night
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens PO Box 13751, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€22
Avg. per night
Ranau, Malaysia
10.8 km from city centre
€18
Avg. per night
Suria Sabah Shopping Mall, 1a Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€61
Avg. per night

Cheapest hotels in Sabah, Malaysia

Discover affordable stays in Sabah that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Sabah can be found for as low as €7 per night. There is currently one property in Sabah that can be booked for this price. OYO 89625 Bilton Inn is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Sabah. Price data was last updated on 10 June 2025
These are the lowest prices we've found on hotels in Sabah at the moment. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.
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1, 2, 3 Floor, No 23, Jalan Tugu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€7
Avg. per night
Unit Lot 8 Block J, 3rd Floor, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€8
Avg. per night
Block A, Lot 6.7.8, Beverly Hill, Bundusan Plaza Penampang, Kota Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
5.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€9
Avg. per night
1st And 2nd Floor, No.74, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€9
Avg. per night
13, Jalan Perpaduan, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€10
Avg. per night
Leila Road Town Cnetre P.O Box No.184, Sandakan, Malaysia
3.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€10
Avg. per night
Lot 4, 2nd Floor, Block M, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€11
Avg. per night
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens Warisan Square C-03-03, C-03-04, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€11
Avg. per night
Lot 3A - 4B Block 22 4th Avenue, Sandakan, Malaysia
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
€11
Avg. per night
Lot 12 Lorong Perpaduan, Kg. Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
€11
Avg. per night
3rd Floor, Lot 3.3-3.11, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
0.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€11
Avg. per night
No. 2, Jalan Kinabalu, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3.0 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€11
Avg. per night
Lot 161-166, Block D, Avenue 5, Sandakan, Malaysia
7.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€12
Avg. per night
Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€12
Avg. per night
Mile 6, Jalan Putatan, Papar, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
4.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
€12
Avg. per night

Hotel prices in Sabah

Get a sense of the average price and most popular properties to stay in Sabah to help you budget for your trip accordingly. Hotels that are booked the most in each class receive the “Most popular” badge. Hotels with the “Best value” badge are the most popular hotels in Sabah at attractive prices. Price data was last updated on 10 June 2025.
Prices on hotels (average nightly rate) for the dates selected, broken down by hotel class. We've highlighted the most popular properties according to our users as well as the best value within each hotel class.
4 stars +
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Tun Fuad Stephens, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
€107
Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
3 stars
Tb 224-227, Lot 1-4, Jalan Bunga, Fajar, Tawau, Malaysia
Block A3, Bandar Labuk Jaya, Mile 7, Labuk Road, Sandakan, Malaysia
Pom Pom Island Resort, Pulau Pom Pom, Malaysia
€410
Unit 25-28, Ground Floor, Block D, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Rambutan, Sepilok Mile 14, Sandakan, Malaysia
2 stars and under
C-16-G, Signature Office, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Malaysia
Lot 12 Lorong Perpaduan, Kg. Air, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
Lot 4, 2nd Floor, Block M, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Other accommodations in Sabah

Find the perfect hostel, theme hotel, or holiday rental for your stay in Sabah.
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Lot B10, Semporna Seafront Resort, Semporna, Malaysia
0.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Airport shuttle
€12
Avg. per night
Kinabalu National Park, Mt. Kinabalu, Ranau, Malaysia
14.8 km from city centre
€29
Avg. per night

Where to stay in Sabah

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Facts about staying in Sabah

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Sabah to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 10 June 2025.
  • Where is the best place to stay in Sabah?

    Users favour staying in areas such as Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, and Kundasang. Consider these locations when searching for your desired stay.

  • What are the best hotels in Sabah?

    One of the most popular hotels in Sabah is Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu, which has been reviewed by 1,497 users and currently has a rating of 8.5/10. Other top-rated locations include The Pacific Sutera Hotel and The Magellan Sutera Resort, which have received 8.4/10 and 8.7/10 ratings from our users, respectively.

  • What is a good hotel near Manukan Island?

    With a rating of 8.5/10 from 847 reviews, Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island is a hotel close to Manukan Island that is highly recommended by HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Sabah near Gaya Street Sunday Market?

    Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu is the hotel close to Gaya Street Sunday Market that is most recommended by HotelsCombined users, with 2,903 reviews rating it at 8.9/10.

  • Is there a good hotel near Asia City?

    Close to Asia City you will find Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu, which has a rating of 8.9 over 2,903 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • What is the most popular city in Sabah to stay in?

    If you want to stay in a popular city in Sabah that guarantees a lot of fun things to do and sights to see, then we recommend visiting either Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, or Kundasang – all popular options according to our users.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Sabah?

    The most popular landmark in Sabah is Manukan Island located in Kota Kinabalu, followed by Gaya Street Sunday Market and Asia City, located in Kota Kinabalu and Kota Kinabalu, respectively. Depending on where and how long you plan on staying in Sabah, you may be able to visit at least one of these cities.

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