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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery.

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

A wooden cabin with bunk beds and a sloped ceiling.

A corridor with wooden floors and slatted windows, leading to an open area.

1. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

3 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Paula

SAR 85

SAR 101 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A signboard with information about birds, a metal railing, and dense green foliage in the background.

A resort with multiple buildings, a central pathway, and lush greenery.

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

2. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

0.6 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Audrey

SAR 233

SAR 262 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a waterfall.

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

A traditional house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

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

3. Sepilok Jungle Resort

1.1 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

jerald

SAR 124

SAR 157 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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 modern building entrance with glass doors, vertical metal bars, and potted plants.

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

4. Ormond Sandakan

19.8 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Sarah-Jayne

SAR 277

SAR 311 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with a view of greenery.

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

An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding the property.

5. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

19 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Holly

SAR 318

SAR 354 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

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

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative floor pattern.

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

6. Livingston Hotel

15.3 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Lucy

SAR 210

SAR 257 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

7. The Garden Boutique Hotel

15 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

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

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

A hotel lobby with a large ice cream freezer, a vending machine, and a sign indicating the hotel name.

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

8. Hotel Meliden

12 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Shoab

SAR 142

SAR 163 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

A gym with weightlifting equipment, treadmills, and a red punching bag.

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

9. The Elopura Hotel

19.7 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Jeremiah

SAR 167

SAR 191 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

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

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

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 hotel room with two beds, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a window with curtains.

10. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

15.3 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

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SAR 105

SAR 133 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A view through a glass door with a red mat, palm trees, and a building with multiple windows in the background.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

11. Labuk Hotel

11.5 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Juha

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 wooden cabinet with multiple metal lockers, each labeled with a number from 1 to 17.

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

12. Hotel Lutana

17.9 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Apollonia

SAR 30

SAR 41 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A buffet setup with multiple serving stations, a seating area with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a decorative ceiling.

A hotel reception desk with a sign reading 'The Pavilion Hotel' and a large digital screen displaying abstract art in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

13. The Pavilion Hotel

11.4 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Felicia

SAR 118

SAR 137 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A reception area with a counter, seating, and a person in uniform.

A multi-story hotel with a colorful facade, featuring a sign that reads "HOTEL RAMAI."

A bathroom with a shower, toilet, and sink.

A conference room with rows of red chairs, a whiteboard, a podium, and a television screen.

14. Hotel Ramai

16.7 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

SYED

SAR 61

SAR 82 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, curtains, an air conditioning unit, a wall-mounted light, and a window with a view of buildings.

A bathroom with a white sink, a handheld showerhead, and a wall-mounted faucet.

A reception area with a dark reception desk, framed botanical prints on the wall, a red fire extinguisher, and a sign reading "KELDAR".

A hotel with a red and white facade, a central archway, and a blue scooter parked in front.

15. The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

14.2 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Grant

SAR 94

SAR 111 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A gas station with a red roof, a white building with a green stripe, and a sign for Esso.

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

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

A hotel room with a desk, a television, a mirror, a bench, and a small table with bottles and a vase.

16. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

17.7 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

SAR 36

SAR 48 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with three single beds, each with a red and white bedspread, wooden headboards, and bedside tables with lamps.

A hallway with a tiled floor, a white wall, and a window with a view of buildings outside.

A multi-story hotel with a red roof and balconies, featuring a sign that reads "HOTEL LONDON".

A staircase with a handrail, leading to a landing with a door at the top.

17. Hotel O London

19.5 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Michelle

SAR 55

SAR 71 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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 cozy room with a wooden wall, a sofa, a small table, and a white bench.

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

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

18. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

19.6 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Kelly-ann

SAR 109

SAR 137 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area.

19. Hello Kitty Signature Suite

12.3 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

Zoe

SAR 159

SAR 200 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, bedside lamps, a wardrobe, and a small table.

A room with a wooden floor, two wicker chairs, a small table, and a decorative wall hanging.

20. Tyng Garden Hotel

12.6 km from Rainforest Discovery Centre

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Compare popular hotels close to Rainforest Discovery Centre

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat	8.6 Excellent 101 reviews	View
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)	8.6 Excellent 83 reviews	View
Sepilok Jungle Resort	7.6 Good 248 reviews	View
Ormond Sandakan	9.6 Exceptional 50 reviews	View
Sabah Hotel Sandakan	8.6 Excellent 389 reviews	View

Top Rainforest Discovery Centre Hotel Reviews

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

8/10 Good

"The room was clean but with a smell of humidity. The staff was very helpful"

Ormond Sandakan

10/10 Excellent

"Most memorable cocktails we had all trip which had included upmarket hotels in Singapore and KL👍. Appreciated the care in matching indicated preference."

Sepilok Jungle Resort

10/10 Excellent

"It was an amazing lodge. We could see animals inside the hotel grounds orangutans five minute walk to Rehab center and sun bear."

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."

Hotel Meliden

8/10 Good

"A basic hotel used as an overnight before our Kinabatangan River trip. Excellent value for money and in a good location for us."

Sepilok B&B

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed one night so that we could do the night walk at RDC. Only 5 minute walk away. Breakfast was lovely and access to a drinking water machine meant we could fill our flask. Needed in the heat! All in all, very nice stay."

Other attractions near Rainforest Discovery Centre

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

9.2/10 (91 reviews)

See the exotic and native animals who call Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre home during your trip to Sepilok. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre

9.2/10 (50 reviews)

See the exotic and native animals who call Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre home during your trip to Sepilok. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Pulau Kabili

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pulau Kabili during your travels in Sandakan. Amble around the area's rainforest or visit its temples.

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Sandakan Memorial Park

8.4/10 (19 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sandakan Memorial Park, a lovely green space in Sandakan. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Sandakan Memorial Park

9.4/10 (9 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sandakan Memorial Park in Sandakan. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Sandakan Rainforest Park

9.0/10 (10 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Sandakan Rainforest Park, a lovely green space in Sandakan. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Bukit Timbang

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Bukit Timbang during your travels in Sandakan. Stroll along the seaside or visit the temples in the area.

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Puu Jih Shih Temple

7.8/10 (13 reviews)

After visiting Puu Jih Shih Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sandakan. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rainforest Discovery Centre?

Rainforest Discovery Centre is located in a welcoming area of Sepilok known for its array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 7 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Rainforest Discovery Centre?

Adjacent to Rainforest Discovery Centre, Sepilok B&B is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this B&B offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Sepilok Jungle Resort and Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok).

How many hotels are there close to Rainforest Discovery Centre?

Expedia has 7 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Rainforest Discovery Centre.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rainforest Discovery Centre, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Rainforest Discovery Centre.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Rainforest Discovery Centre?

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Our top choices for Rainforest Discovery Centre hotels

1. Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

2. Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

3. Sepilok Jungle Resort

4. Ormond Sandakan

5. Sabah Hotel Sandakan

6. Livingston Hotel

7. The Garden Boutique Hotel

8. Hotel Meliden

9. The Elopura Hotel

10. Gloria Swiss Hotel & Apartment Sandakan

11. Labuk Hotel

12. Hotel Lutana

13. The Pavilion Hotel

14. Hotel Ramai

15. The Grand Hotel 2 Sandakan

16. Hotel O Hotel Ramai

17. Hotel O London

18. Sandakan Backpackers Hostel

19. Hello Kitty Signature Suite

20. Tyng Garden Hotel

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Top Rainforest Discovery Centre Hotel Reviews

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Ormond Sandakan

Sepilok Jungle Resort

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Hotel Meliden

Sepilok B&B

Other attractions near Rainforest Discovery Centre

Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre

Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre

Pulau Kabili

Sandakan Memorial Park

Sandakan Memorial Park

Sandakan Rainforest Park

Bukit Timbang

Puu Jih Shih Temple

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