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The Elopura Hotel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Sandakan with 3 restaurants and a fitness center

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Standard Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated
Exterior
3 restaurants, breakfast served
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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HS12, Sandakan Harbour Square, Sandakan, Sabah, 90000
  • Place, Sandakan Harbour Mall
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Saint Michael's and All Angels Church
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Agnes Keith House
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sandakan (SDK)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Twin Room, City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Standard Twin Room, City View

  • 194 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard King Room, City View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Standard King Room, City View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Twin Room, Sea View | Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Superior Twin Room, Sea View

  • 194 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, individually decorated

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Bathroom | Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Sandakan

The Elopura Hotel places you next to Sandakan Harbour Mall and within a 5-minute walk of Sandakan Heritage Trail. This 3-star hotel has 111 guestrooms and offers conveniences like 3 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Sandakan Harbour Mall - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Saint Michael's and All Angels Church - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Agnes Keith House - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sandakan Rainforest Park - 10 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre - 31 min drive - 18.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sandakan (SDK) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Original Homemade Kueh Teow With Deep-Fried Pork - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Kedai Makan King Cheong - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪D'Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪mazuin restoran - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Elopura Hotel

Hotel in Sandakan with 3 restaurants and a fitness center
Guests staying at The Elopura Hotel enjoy a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a banquet hall. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with securing valuables and luggage storage.
25-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and down comforters, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, phones, and desks.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: MYR 25 for adults and MYR 12.50 for children
  • 3 restaurants

Restaurants on site

  • The Aroma Elopura
  • The Hard Deck
  • The Skywalker

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 25 for adults and MYR 12.50 for children
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • Guests providing vaccine records must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Sandakan Waterfront
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Elopura Hotel?

The Elopura Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see within easy reach of The Elopura Hotel?

This hotel is located in Sandakan and just steps from Sandakan Harbour Mall and Sandakan Heritage Trail. You'll also find Agnes Keith House and Bukit Buli Sim Sim within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Elopura Hotel?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does The Elopura Hotel have a casino?

No, The Elopura Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Elopura Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at The Elopura Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including premium bedding and a rainfall showerhead in each guestroom with some featuring sea views.

Are there hot tubs at The Elopura Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Elopura Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Elopura Hotel has 3 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does The Elopura Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Elopura Hotel.

Are there connecting rooms at The Elopura Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Elopura Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Elopura Hotel is Sandakan (SDK), which is 8.6 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Elopura Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Elopura Hotel.

Reviews

The Elopura Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 55 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Peter

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Noisy dirty hotel

Very noisy at night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

J L

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Think twice before a room

An alarm from a building next door went off about 17 times around 1pm and continued until around 9pm. When contacted reception staff they were at a loss to support us and informing that they were unable to contact the building owner and would ring our room with an update, this never occurred
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A very basic hotel in need of modernization. Given the price, it was okay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice enough room, great location and excellent staff, comfy bed, only issue was a bad smell that came from the drains, the staff were quick to spray the drains for us but it only temporarily masked the smell. Didn’t affect our stay massively but would have been nice to not have an odour. Would still recommend for a short stay in sandakan!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a great location, right on the waterfront and there is no shortage of eating places nearby. Staff are welcoming and helpful. The extractor fan from the hotel kitchen made the rooms at the front somewhat noisy in the morning and evening. Breakfast was very good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Basic but fine

Basic accomodation - served its purpose. We thought there was a problem with the air conditioning, and they responded quickly and thankfully the remote simply needed new batteries. There was some nearby music/street noise at around 9pm that would have been disruptive, but it did not go too late. Location is handy. Love the memorabilia!!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly helpful staff and good value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Glen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
nice hotel, central area for walking
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Yolanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel Review I recently stayed at Elopura Hotel and had a mixed experience. Despite being only three years old, the hotel looked quite dated and did not match the vibrant pictures shown online. The facilities, including the gym and furniture, appeared to be poorly maintained, which was disappointing. Additionally, the bed was uncomfortably hard, making it difficult to get a good night's sleep. It's also important to note that parking is not guaranteed at this hotel, which can be a hassle for guests with cars. On a positive note, the staff were friendly and accommodating, which added a nice touch to my stay. The highlight for me was the stunning sunrise view in the morning - it was truly breathtaking. If you're not particularly interested in visiting the nearby wet market, I would recommend considering other areas, as there are many convenient options available for those with a car. Overall, I would suggest looking for other accommodations if you're seeking a more modern and comfortable experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Suzette

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people were very friendly and the staff were good, but the hotel is very noisy with the music every night until 11pm
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Stuart

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra

Comfortable room, very friendly staff, near waterfront.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
All gpod for yhe country and area. Not 5 star but ok and great staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Emanuele

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A nice seaside gem!

This is a little gem on the seaside walk. Terrific breakfast and the staff were amazing. Also the quirky music collections were a nice added touch. The beds are a bit firm and it’s not a luxury hotel but the price reflects it. I would stay here again!
Room
View from room
Just outside
Food trucks just outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Penelope

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Belinda

Liked: Staff & service
Location on the waterfront was great, staff really friendly and helpful with great places to eat. Rooms are clean and basic but ok for a night or 2 before or after a jungle experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeffery

Traveled with family
Good location but otherwise it's a basic budget hotel. Nothing to rave about. It's a good stopping point for us as we moved onto the resorts.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria, Decatur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and welcoming. The rooms were basic, but comfortable. There was entertainment going on outside and it sounded like the person singing was in our room. The structure didn't block outside nose very well.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan, Singapore

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nicely located at the coast
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

HAMILUDIN BIN CHE

Moderate
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024