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Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

2.5 star property
Sandakan lodge with restaurant

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Outdoor dining
View from room
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The price is $21
includes taxes & fees
$17 per night
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2025

Room options

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Basic Shared Dormitory

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
6 bathrooms
Detached private bathroom
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 12
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Located on the top floor
Daily housekeeping
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Mile 14, Jalan Labuk, Taman Hiburan Jalil Alip, Sandakan, Sabah, 90000

What's nearby

  • Rainforest Discovery Centre - 6 min drive
  • Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre - 7 min drive
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre - 7 min drive
  • Sandakan Harbour Mall - 24 min drive
  • Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Sandakan (SDK) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kedai Kopi Thiam dan Minuman - 添记面包茶室 - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sepilok banana cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Lake Bistro and Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Nest - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat is a great choice for a stay in Sandakan. Guests will have free perks like breakfast and self parking. Other features include a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, Malay

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 2 PM
    • 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 9 AM - 10 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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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Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available each morning
  • Restaurant
  • Barbecue grills

Working away

  • Meeting rooms

Services

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

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Policies

This property accepts cash.

Also known as

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Hostel Sandakan
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Hostel
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Sandakan
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Hotel Sepilok
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Lodge Sandakan
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Lodge
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Lodge
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Sandakan
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Lodge Sandakan

Frequently asked questions

Does Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat 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.
Are pets allowed at Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat?
You can check in starting at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat and nearby?
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very Good

Overpriced but great location
Cute eco lodge near attractions in Sepilok. Beautiful views in the morning and staff offers competitive rates on tours and transport. I appreciated the free shuttle to the Orangutan Rehabilitation Center. The property is not as pristine as the photos and I feel was overpriced for what it was.
Meredith, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Tom, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Room much nicer and bigger than expected (family room) with lovely views. Nice breakfast options and lots of trip options and lifts if needed. Limited food options in evening but food good.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

This review is for the private room. Our room was nice with 1 Queen bed and a bunk bed. All beds had netting in good condition and the view was excellent. Our private bathroom was almost outdoors so that made for an immersive experience. Food was ok; the amount of protein was in some dishes very small and the menu never changed but it was cheap. Breakfast was included and was eggs, 2 white toasts and small amount of fruit. Plus tea or coffee. The big buts we’re maintenance;e.g. door latches didn’t work, loose safeguard netting for the balcony and cleanliness. Under the beds they didn’t clean and the reception/restaurant area was not very clean. Leftover food was left for hours and floors weren’t swept. The bathroom there was filthy. The big plus we’re the leading ladies who multitasked booking tours, checking in/out, taking restaurant orders etc. They eeee always serviceable and with a smile. Lots of families and younger travellers.
Victor, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Staying in the bunk longhouse could be classed as roughing it a little, but the lodge as a whole is inexpensive the staff are very helpful and it is a fantastic adventure - a base from which to explore Borneo's wildlife. Our teenage kids loved it, once they had adjusted!
Richard, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great accommodation surrounded by beautiful nature. Staff was very helpful and kind. Would definitely stay here again.
Bradley, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

A family run retreat who make you feel like part of the family. Basic and rustic, it fits perfectly into the surroundings. Close to the attractions in Sepilok so location is convenient. While breakfast is provided and other meals can be purchased, the menu didnot change (we were there 5 nights) so some variety would be nice. Outdoor bathroom attached to the room makes you feel like you are showeri g in the jungle. Don't leave anything in the bathroom though. My husband's toothbrush mysteriously went missing!!
Jo, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jungle stay
Great place close to the jungle!
Regina, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Basic but fit for purpose, staff and food great
Basic wooden hut stay in the jungle so has to be judged as such. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Food was great and very reasonable. Rather remote so you have to get the shuttle provided or sort out your own arrangements. We couldn't get Grab from the hotel but could get it at the attractions in town. Room itself was basic, no towels provided, no cleaning service. Shower was hot. Served its purpose and would recommend for a few days to see the sights of Sepilok.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great time staying at Paganakan Dii. The hotel is rustic, but clean. It is a quiet location and you really feel like you are in the jungle when you are staying there. The staff are very friendly and it is lovely that they organize shuttle services to the Orangutan Sanctuary as well as the Rain Forest Discovery Center. Our kids loved staying the bunk beds and the mosquito nets added to the adventure.
Wendy, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This is a retreat built in the jungle and has to be judged accordingly. We stayed in a wooden chalet which was clean and spacious with a private outdoor bathroom. We slept under mosquito nets and were careful not to leave outside lights on unnecessarily so as not to attract the insects. You will need insect repellent in the open dining/sitting areas particularly in the evening. Tha staff were particularly friendly and helpful. This is a great place to stay to visit Sepilok and surrounding areas with the staff helping if you wanted transport or trips arranged.
Elizabeth, 4-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

true nature
Adila, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great lodge in the heart of Sepilok. Good facilities and very tasty basic food. Staff amazingly friendly and helpful, especially when organising trips. Very child friendly. The kids loved chilling in the hammocks and listening to the spunds of the jungle. Free transport to Sepilok, Sun bears etc. If yoi have time dont miss out the Rainforest Discovery Centre. Almost deserted and haven for wildlife. Saw orang utans, flying squirrels, slow loris etc. The night waalk is a must! Paganankan is also highly recommended as a lodge, especially if you have kids!!!
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The location is great, the cabins lovely and the staff fantastic!
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

6-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We really enjoyed staying here. It is basic but a different experience to the other lodges. Rooms where the walls slide away to bring the outside in. Comfortable beds with mosquito nets. Outdoor shower. Lots of hammocks to relax in. Communal areas to sit and meet other guests. The food wasn’t special but was good enough.
2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

6/10 Good

The property is OK, did its purpose. The staff are wonderful and the location is perfect for the orang-utans sanctuary. The location is not good for anything else unless you have your own car or want to spend money on cabs - there is nothing around. You rely on their meals and services. The internet service is only available in the common area of the meals area and is barely useable. My advice, if you have urgent emails or bookings to do, do it before you get to this property.
3-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

A real rainforest retreat
This resort is really in the jungle with not a lot around it. Although it is close to the Orangutan sanctuary, the Sunbear conservation centre and the rainforest discovery centre (within 5km), they is really not much else going on in the area. It is about a 45 minute drive from the town of Sandakan. The room is what you would expect to find in a tropical retreat. The rooms are pretty basic but do have an air conditioner, a fan and a mosquito net as well as an outdoor bathroom. The staff are pretty good at the resort but there is room for improvement and make it a better experience for their customers. Overall it was nice to be close to the main attractions of the area
Matthew, 3-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

No windows!
No natural light, one bedroom has no windows at all and the other (with only window in whole apartment) faces a wall.
Sophie, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very basic accommodation but good value for money. Good location for access to Orang utang centre and Rainforest Discovery Centre
Eric, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Dark and depressing place in the jungle
This place from the photos looked unique with a romantic setting in the lush jungle, but when we got there we couldn't be more disappointed. Both the common areas where people can sit at the tables for a simple meal or drinks and the rooms were dark and depressing. There's not much one can do at this place. The treks through the jungle were not maintained and closed off. The outdoor bathroom was the only nice feature, but we had to be mindful to keep the door between the bedroom and bathroom closed all the time for fear of mosquitoes.
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The staff were very friendly! I didn’t have a blanket in the dorm and it got pretty cold at night.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review