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Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Sandakan lodge

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Interior
Free toiletries, towels
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Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Jalan Sepilok, Sandakan, 90009
  • Rainforest Discovery Centre
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sandakan (SDK)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bunk Bed in Female Dormitory Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Twin Room | Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bed in Mixed Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Male Dormitory (Bunk Bed)

  • Sleeps 1

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Rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Bed in Female Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Sandakan

In Sandakan .You'll find Rainforest Discovery Centre and Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre within 2 miles (3 km) of this lodge. Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre is within 2 miles (3 km) and Sandakan Memorial Park is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rainforest Discovery Centre - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre - 5 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Sandakan Memorial Park - 14 min drive - 10.1 miles
  • Sandakan Harbour Mall - 25 min drive - 17.5 miles

Getting around

  • Sandakan (SDK) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sepilok banana cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪2+1 drink house - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kafeteria Sepilok - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪White House Bistro - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Nest - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Sandakan lodge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. There's an onsite business center.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok). An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

  • 1 floor
  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) offers 10 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 70.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Airport shuttle fee: MYR 53.00 per person (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: MYR 70.0 per night

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

Nature Lodge Sepilok Sandakan
Nature Lodge Sepilok
Tanini Sepilok Nature Sepilok
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) Lodge
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) Sandakan
Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) Lodge Sandakan

Frequently asked questions

How close is Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) to the airport?

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) is 9.8 mi (22-min drive) away from the Sandakan (SDK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) have an airport shuttle?

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of MYR 53.00 per person, roundtrip.

Does Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) offer free breakfast?

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok)?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) have a pool?

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) does not have a pool.

Does Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) have a restaurant?

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) is home to Mango Garden Sepilok, which features American cuisine.

Does Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) to downtown Sandakan?

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) is 0.1 mi away from Sepilok.

Tanini Sepilok (Formerly Nature Lodge Sepilok) Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable room in this affordable property close to Sepilok.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfectly adequate clean room, with air conditioning and fan, as well as tea and coffee making facilities. Good simple buffet breakfast. Within easy walking distance of the Orangutan and Sun Bear sanctuaries, the Rainforest Discovery Centre and other hotels and restaurants. Had no problem picking up a cab on Grab whenever we needed to go further afield or just wanted to avoid the heat!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

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

Great people, great location, great breakfast

The team at the Losge were so helpful. We were a day late due to a missed connection and we wanted to head into the jungle and they arranged everything for us and even took a day off of our booking to facilitate a stay with their sister lodge at the Kinabantagan River. As you can see the breakfast was fabulous.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsty

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

Nice hotel in good location

The hotel is in a great location to visit the Orang Utans and Sun Bears. Its a relaxed hotel and the staff are really friendly. The room was spacious and comfortable. The shower was great! Negatives - wifi is hit and miss so card payments not always possible. No ATM nearby but we changed cash at a nearby hotel. Food is sometimes buffet and sometimes a la carte but the staff dont know which it will be in advance so your stuck with what you get offered. It was tasty though. We stayed 4 nights and the room wasnt cleaned while we were there. Not a problem as we didn't make a mess but just a heads up! Taxis finish early and start late so if you need a lift to the airport, make sure you book in advance - airport transport from the hotel is expensive, use Grab if you can! All in all, we had a pleasant stay and would use the hotel again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirstie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I found all the staff very helpful. The location is good for Orangutan, Sun Bears and the Rain Forest. The only elemwnt that was poor was I needed to amend my booking via Expedia and I still ended up being charged for one additional night, the cost was minimal, but that's not the point.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a lovely property overall and is very good value for money. It is ideal for visiting the orangutan and sun bear sanctuaries as well as a great place to stay for the rainforest development centre. Rooms are basic but functional and do have air conditioning. Grounds are very well maintained and staff work hard to keep things nice. A sun lounger chair on the patio of each property would have been ideal for relaxing and enjoying the peace and tranquility of the gardens. Reception staff were welcoming upon arrival though only one member of the team appeared knowledgeable about the area; others were very reserved which came across as a little unhelpful at times. Water went down for 24 hours, though communication on this was very poor. Internet also went down for 48 hours and whilst we understand these things happen, again - no communication. Reception staff could have been more proactive here. Housekeeping services, were none existant. Whilst i can make my own bed, clean up after myself etc. I was surprised that there were no visits in a whole week, with some guests having to return dirty linen or collect their own toilet rolls from reception. Having dropped a pen, i looked under the bed only to find at least three inches of dust. Sad reflection on cleanliness. Restaurant. These young men work extremely hard and very long shifts. They are respectful, friendly and very helpful. Unfortunately the menu is very basic and food hygiene standards could be much better.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very conveiniently located for bird livers as only 600m to Rainforest Discovery Centre. Room is well designed with outsidet but secured toilets which is great for us as we could leave our cameras there during the night to avoid to ac condensation. Staff is hepful, food is ok. Only minus is the steps to reception and room.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Christine

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic but clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ahaliar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
We had a good stay. The location is ideal but the breakfast was too repetitive and staff there was not friendly and accommodating. They were more engaged with other staff members rather than the guests. The front desk staff was good and initiated conversations. This is important as I felt like he was ensuring that we were comfortable and happy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Candace

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is easy and very relaxing it is also very close to all the sites….
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Linda

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in one of the newer units and the room and bathroom were clean and big. However, Expedia advertised that daily housekeeping is offered and water is provided daily which is not true. Expedia should verify with Nature Lodge and if they don't provide daily housekeeping, Expedia should update their listing. Housekeeping was responsive when I asked to have the room clean but that only happened once during our 4 day stay. There are a lot of stairs but they do provide a porter if you asked for one. There is usually no one at reception so the best way to contact them is via Whatsapp.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Norma

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Despite several message to the hotel in advance. We received no reply regarding transfers and late check in. Our flight was delayed and we needed to check in late. Only that Expedia contacted them were we able to get this sorted. Even on arrival the staff could have been more helpful. The rooms were basic but clean and the location was easily within a 15 minute walk to the sanctuary which was good as there want always transport around ie Grabs available. The breakfast was very basic and we went across the road to the other hotel for dinner which was nice. All in all it was fine for a couple of nights to be close to the sanctuaries.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

Good location for nature activities

This hotel is in a great location for exploring the surrounding attractions. Just a few minutes walk from the orangutan and sun bear sanctuaries, and even closer to the rainforest centre. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and the rooms are comfortable. The breakfast food was great, the dinner food was average. The nearby restaurants are overpriced and food is sub-par (except the one in the Rainforest Centre which I found to be really good). But you can order Grab delivery to the hotel so many options are available.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Very much would recommend

Great experience. The staff were very kind and attentive. The property is simple but clean and well maintained. You can tell they take pride in ensuring their guests are happy and their property is presentable. Meals at the restaurant were very good and affordable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Clean and comfy room (ours had outdoor shower, not sure if all do). Very reasonable priced restaurant and pleasant lobby to hang out if you need to chill after checking out
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

2/10 Terrible

David

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

So Very Disappointed

After a lot of research we decided to stay here for 1nt on our travels around Borneo. ..Superb 9.0 was its rating. Let me assure you this accommodation is far cry from what was promised!! On arrival we had to drag our luggage up a huge steep stairway with no assistance. The place was characterless, the adjoining shop was closed, the restaurant was closed just a very desperate looking place, but hey-ho 'only for 1nt'. Checked in and shown to our room which again was another great slog of uneven steps. When we got to the room I could not believe what we were confronted with..the place was a building site immediately outside our room...please look at my photos.. unbelievable!! We checked out and sought another hotel. Receptionist agreed room wasn't acceptable and would authorise a refund which we will have to acquire through hotels.com which is the biggest disappointment of all, as it has taken 3months of calls and all they are willing to do is offer a voucher.. so no refund even though it was not fit for purpose. We found alternative accommodation at Sepilok Forest Edge and it was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Sarah, Worthing

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
Location was fantastic for the Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre and Sun Bears.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We arrived here after spending some time in kinabatangan river. We decided to book for two nights: Day 1: We checked out the sunbear rehabilitation center. Day 2: We dedicated the whole day checking out the orangtuan sancturary. Both locations are 10 minute walk from the hotel. The road doesn't have side walks but its a nicely paved road and the drivers are safe and go slow for pedestrias. The hotel is also next door to the discovery rainforest park, we didnlt check it out but we been told is awesome and includes suspension bridges. That being said the hotel is located in a convinient location. They have a resturant on premise, another resturant/cafe across the street and a very photogenic resturant by the orangutan sancturary called lake bistro or on the lake, recomment going there for a drink or lunch. All in all you can easily spend two or 3 nights here and not feel rushed. The rooms are very clean and beds are very comfortable. The customer service is superb and I highly recommend this hotel. It is also 20 min from Sandakan airport and you can easily hire a car with the grab app with. Is cheaper then arranging transportation via taxi or through the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Amazing place, only 1k from orangutan sanctuary. Clean and spacious room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place in the middle of the nature. The staff was really helpful and polite
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

We did get to stay at The nature lodge as we were moved to the Jungle resort instead!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff went out of their way to make the stay very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019