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Livingston Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Sandakan Rainforest Park

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Guests can relax in the spacious lobby with a view of the landscaped outdoor area through large windows.
Enjoy meals at a central island counter or cozy booths and tables.
Relax in this stylish room with two single beds, a flat-screen TV, and a cozy seating area.
Stunning hotel entrance with a covered walkway, supported by columns and featuring large glass windows.
Experience the grandeur of the Livingston Hotel's elegant entrance, featuring a stunning glass facade and beautifully landscaped surroundings.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Jalan Utara, Mile 4, Sandakan, Sabah, 90000
  • Sandakan Rainforest Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Agnes Keith House
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sandakan Harbour Mall
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sandakan (SDK)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

7.0 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Sandakan

In Sandakan .Stay at this Sandakan hotel and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Sandakan Rainforest Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Puu Jih Shih Temple. Agnes Keith House and Sandakan Harbour Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Sandakan Rainforest Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Agnes Keith House - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Sandakan Harbour Mall - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Puu Jih Shih Temple - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Sandakan Memorial Park - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles

Getting around

  • Sandakan (SDK) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kedai Kopi Fung Min - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Novelty Cafe & Cake House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restoran 9292 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Alice's: Restoran Cina Muslim - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hai Nan Kopi - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Livingston Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Sandakan Rainforest Park
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Livingston Hotel also features an outdoor pool, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Sandakan hotel is smoke free.

  • 275 guestrooms or units
  • 10 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 30 for adults and MYR 25 for children
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: MYR 100 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 30 for adults and MYR 25 for children

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

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Livingston Hotel to the airport?

Livingston Hotel is 5.1 mi (12-min drive) away from the Sandakan (SDK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Livingston Hotel?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Livingston Hotel on Jul 27, 2025 start from $47.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Livingston Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Livingston Hotel.

Does Livingston Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Livingston Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of MYR 30 for adults and MYR 25 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Livingston Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Livingston Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Livingston Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Livingston Hotel have a pool?

Livingston Hotel features an outdoor pool.

Does Livingston Hotel have a restaurant?

Livingston Hotel is home to Living Delight, which features local cuisine.

Does Livingston Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Livingston Hotel to downtown Sandakan?

Livingston Hotel is 2.7 mi away from Sandakan.

Livingston Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 142 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 142 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 142 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 142 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 142 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Nicholas

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

Good stay. Could be better

Very pleasant conference / function style hotel. Nothing really wrong with it but a bit impersonal and set on its own away from restaurants and bars. Pool was very dirty - we wouldn't use it. WiFi was slow and patchy. Bed was comfortable and shower excellent. Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wan Kee

Liked: Staff & service
Broken tiles on driveway need replacing.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marc

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Gerard

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Sandakan revisited

Excellent service, Anna at reception was helpful and courteous. Good parking space, excellent wifi in room, only first night very noisy music band till 4.30am but it was Eid Mubarak or Malay New Year’s Eve. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Edith

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing Stay – Wouldn’t Recommend

The only good thing about this hotel is the ample free parking. Unfortunately, the stay itself was disappointing. The room was not clean—found a long hair on the table and food crumbs on the bedside table. The bath towels were old and worn out, and they were the only towels provided. No box tissues were available, and the closet was dirty with only three hangers. The shower was broken, making it inconvenient to use. If you don’t have a car, I wouldn’t recommend staying here due to the location. Overall, not a comfortable or pleasant experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Probably this is the best hotel In Sandakan that I have stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tanya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pool was good, ac worked well
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tc. Wong Sack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so far good
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

EDMUND JOHN KIAN LOON, Petaling Jaya

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Clean hotel with convenient location near market and shops. Air-conditioning in one room was initially faulty. Massage service was disappointing
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tc. Wong Sack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, Dining options, convenient and easy parking. affordable prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

ilira

The customer service was great
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tc. Wong Sack

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, easy parking, Quiet and walkable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Telekom Malaysia Berhad Wong Sack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over all good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Fairly standard ‘business travel’ style hotel. Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly. Hotel restaurant was closed for everything except breakfast, with no car this involved walking out of the hotel along the grass verge alongside a busy road and open sewer to nearest shops/restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Chyong Shyuan

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Luke

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

Hotel in poor condition

This hotel is quite disappointing. The towels are yellowing and frayed, the shower water was cold, the bedsheets had stains on them and the breakfast was limited and poor. On the plus side it was cheap and closer to Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary than staying in Sandakan itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Luke

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

Hotel in poor condition

This hotel is like the England performance at euro 2024, promised a lot, performed poorly and ultimately failed to deliver. The towels are yellowing and frayed, the shower water was cold, the bedsheets had stains on them and the breakfast was limited and poor. On the plus side it was cheap and closer to Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary than if we stayed in Sandakan itself.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and staff were very nice but the hotel has very limited food and drink options, and the area around it has nothing to offer - other than KFC and Pizza.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Telekom Malaysia Berhad Wong Sack

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerry

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Near perfect except the sink in the toilet seemed cloated.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

YANNICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

YANNICK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Standard and Efficient Stay

The hotel is standard and efficient…. A good option for the price. The front desk staff are not very welcoming or friendly but maybe there was a language barrier? Although it didn’t seem to be. The room was comfortable, good AC, clean except for spot on the duvee cover which I could not tell if it was a spot that hadn’t been cleaned or a stain so we just turned the quilt around and hoped it was clean and just a stain. One flat pillow per bed but again, for the price, it is a good hotel to stay at for in-and-out of Sandakan. Breakfast is pretty lackluster but I don’t think American tourists are the target market and again, for the price, it was fine. We had congee with sugar in it and instant coffee. Overall, there is nothing fancy or service- oriented about this hotel but it was clean, efficient, and a good night’s sleep for the very reasonable price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024