Sepilok Jungle Resort

2.5 star property
Sandakan resort with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Escape to Sepilok Jungle Resort, nestled in a rural location. Enjoy the lush garden, take a dip in the outdoor pool or children's pool with sun loungers nearby, and indulge in al fresco dining at Banana Cafe. Stay connected with free WiFi and explore more amenities like dry cleaning services, conference space, bar and gift shop - all while appreciating helpful staff that previous guests have praised.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Children's pool
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Area shuttle
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
$34 nightly
The total price is $39
Dec 16 - Dec 17
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 18 of 18 rooms

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
In-room massage
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Bidet
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
Desk
In-room massage
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Bidet
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Hair dryer
Bidet
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Fan
Private bathroom
Bidet
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Fan
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Shared Dormitory

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Fan
4 bathrooms
Bidet
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
In-room massage
  • Sleeps 1
  • 19 Twin Bunk Beds

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Bidet
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Superior Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Day bed
Private bathroom
Bidet
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Shared Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Double With Air Conditioner

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Double With Fan

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room With Fan

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Double Room With Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room Air Conditioner

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
Jalan Rambutan, Mile 14 Sepilok, Sandakan, Sabah, 90000

What's nearby

  • Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Rainforest Discovery Centre - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Sandakan Harbour Mall - 29 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary - 33 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Sandakan (SDK) - 14 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Kedai Kopi Hwa Kee - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sepilok banana cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kafeteria Sepilok - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gum-Gum - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Lake Bistro Bar - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Sepilok Jungle Resort

When visiting Sandakan, Sepilok Jungle Resort is a great choice to consider. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Banana Cafe, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a children's pool, and a garden. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 units
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • English breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Working away

  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Banana Cafe - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Poolside Jungle Cafe - This café is located by the pool. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • English breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MYR 15 for adults and MYR 15 for children
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for MYR 70.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Facility access costs MYR 5 per person, per day. Facilities include fitness facilities and a swimming pool.
  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Jungle Resort Sepilok
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Sepilok Jungle
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Sepilok Jungle Resort Sandakan, Sabah, Malaysia
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Frequently asked questions

Does Sepilok Jungle Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sepilok Jungle Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sepilok Jungle Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Sepilok Jungle Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Sepilok Jungle Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sepilok Jungle Resort?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Sepilok Jungle Resort and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the resort's other amenities, which include a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Sepilok Jungle Resort?

Yes, Banana Cafe offers alfresco dining and garden views.

What's the area around Sepilok Jungle Resort like?

Sepilok Jungle Resort is a short 4-minute walk from Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and 5 minutes' walk from Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre.

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Sepilok Jungle Resort Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great rural hotel. Wonderful hosts and within easy walk of the sun bear and orangutan centres. Would highly recommend if you love quiet and nature
Delia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!

Great accommodation with nice pool. Superior room definitely worth it vs standard
2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Poor

The room was very shadow, old and I would say dirty. Was on -1 floor (maybe I was unlucky to be assigned this Room). Bad experience for the room. Location is good, also the pool.
Alba, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rooms a good size and staff helpful
Michelle, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great spot for Sepilok just a bit run down

We enjoyed our stay here. Its a perfect location for exploring the sanctuaries and the food is average. There isnt loads around so its definitely fine for the few days you may be here. The grounds are beautiful and rooms were clean and spacious. The place just looks a bit run down but is fine for the price you pay.
Charlotte, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and good
Boyd, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It's a bit past its prime, but has got hot water, aircon and the food is lovely.
Christopher, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Very basic service from hotel staff - ie they give you the room key and that’s it. The room is also basic. While it had clealry been cleaned there were still ants all over the bed. And very noisy - you can hear your neighbours and all movement. Overall ok for a 24 hour stopover to see the few local sights - which are all easy walking distance.
Baljit, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

home from home

The location was very good for us and the pool facilities were pleasing
NEVILLE, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I recommend!

A beautiful resort set in the jungle. Good breakfast, possibility of purchasing other meals, close to tourist attractions.
Hanna, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Rooms are basic but the location to orangutan rehab center, etc and wilderness surrounds is all worth it. Unique jungle experience. Staff and owners were so very helpful and considerate. Excellent cook here! We had a medical episode and the owners and staff couldn’t do enough to assist us! Thank you to Jessica and her staff.
Christina, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful surroundings

Beautiful surroundings. With fish, turtles and small alligators. Many dogs who want to join you at meal times :) Fish food available if you want to lure them closer. Room was clean and bed comfortable. We had a balcony. Restaurant was good with a fairly large menu. Closed for last orders around 8pm.
Neil, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value

Good location, set in landscaped jungle. Comfortable and good value for money.
Imre, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

A great stay for visiting the other areas of Sepilok. You get what you pay for. Good food in the restaurant there and the breakfast was better than expected. Excellent grounds for birding first thing in the morning. The closest accommodation to the Orangutan Rehabilitation Center (5 minute walk) but quite far from the Rainforest Discovery Center. We tried to walk to the RDC but got picked up by a black cab on the road side and paid 5 Ringits for the ride.
Thomas, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

We did the river trips and stayed for 2 nights The whole experience was amazing. We booked with River Junkie The hotel is laid back and relaxed. The layout is attractive, colonial rooms, well spaced out with balconies overlooking the river, comfortable beds with good linen. Great bathroom, large bedroom tastefully decorated Good food, met many lovely guests. Our guide, Azrol was informative and knowledgeable, saw most of the big five, just not Orangutans😢 I would really recommend this place
Elizabeth, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely welcome, friendly staff. Convenient walking distance to Sepilok. Breakfast had choice of few options, but toaster needs replaced! A good stay thank you.
Julie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved it here. I was really worried about bugs, but there was no need. Everything was so nice and clean. Bonus was a good restaurant. The grounds were beautiful.

8/10 Very good

The staff were very helpful and obliging. The owner however has a few too many rules, and I felt like I was in a military boarding school at times. Overall however, my stay was very good.
3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The grounds are amazing but the overall proterty really needs some TLC. Room look old, beds hard, swimming pool is a bit dirty and water not very clear. The service is ok and staff friendly.
Emanuele, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Nothing much around here. Conveniently near the Orangutan and Sunbear sanctuaries. The staff at the front desk were sometimes helpful. The restaurant staff were less so. The WIFI for the rooms is terrible.
Keith, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Loved the jungle setting and thd boardwalks between buildings taking you across the various lakes on the complex. Rooms themselves though a little "tired". Resort had more of a backpacker feel to it than a resort, but location great and easy walking distance to the Orang Utan centre and Sun Bear centre. A little frustrating that the restaurant area closes so early (9pm with last orders at 8.30pm) as this meant we were a bit stuck when comjng back from the nightwalk at the Rainforest Discovery Centre.
Michael, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Just ok

My room smelt horribly and they used a freshener to try to cover it up. Bed was just okay, a/c was so far from the bed, it was kind of ineffective. The restaurant and breakfast was great though.
1-night trip

2/10 Poor

The place is run down. Other visitors have been generous with their descriptions. Rooms need to be refurbished. Water pressure needs to be improved. The electric shower was a trickle and the temperature control was ineffective. Bedding was threadbare. Pillows were rock hard. Curtains were stained. Electric sockets and light switches were ingrained with dirt. Buffet breakfast was poor. Noodles, eggs, beans, potatoes, toast and fruit. Sounds ok but really not. Restaurant food selection was large but nothing healthy. Restaurant staff were mainly glum and certainly not welcoming. Reception staff were better. Wild dogs were roaming everywhere. Yes it is the jungle but it seems like no money is being spent here on improvements or maintenance. Stay at the Sepilok Nature Resort instead. It is still just a 5 minute walk to the orang utan and bear centres. It might cost a bit more it will be worth it. We had a meal there and it was vastly superior to the Jungle Retreat. Hope this helps some people avoid the terrible experience that we had.
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

One night stay before heading to the Kinabatangan River. Easy walk to the Orangutan + Sunbear rehab centres (both amazing). Was a long walk to my room with many uneven steps along the boardwalk without any offer of help with my bags. I felt reception was quite poor - check in at 3pm and i arrived around 10.40 - was told I could put my bags down the end until check in but no further advice, but if I had rushed could have made the morning session with orangutans (I arrived just after 11 and was too late for the office). There was a night walk on offer but was not told anything about it. At dinner I was told to move from the table I'd chosen overlooking the lake, to any others all looking over the carpark, with no further explanation (apparently for a tour group). Room was quite good - good size, small balcony. Pool ok. Gym equipment was very old / looked unsafe.
Angela, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Setting was lovely and very convenient for OrangUtanRehabilitation and So nbear conservation. Accommodation was mediocre as was food. Bathroom very basic and toilet and sink both leaked constantly.
Gail, 1-night trip