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AeCOTEL is a 2-star property located in Sandakan. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. With a private bathroom equipped with a bidet and free toiletries, rooms at the hotel also provide guests with free WiFi, while selected rooms include a city view. All units at AeCOTEL include air conditioning and a wardrobe. Sandakan Airport is 15 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Parking available at the hotel


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 single bed
1 double bed
2 single beds
2 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.7
Facilities
8.0
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.8
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Sandakan

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Minh
    Australia Australia
    Clean place at a good location. Very relaxing and peaceful. The friendly owner picked me up from the airport and showed me the best places and visit around the town and best places to eat authentic Malaysian food.
  • Miamckella
    Finland Finland
    Great location! Amazing communication and staff really helpful. Very comfortable beds.
  • Muhammad
    Malaysia Malaysia
    Room so cozy worth it with price. Nice and good budget hotel. Will repeat again. Fully recommended. Good assistance by hotel owner
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good central location. Big comfy room. Small supermarket just round the corner. Great value for money. We used it for 2 separate nights whilst travelling round Borneo. Check-in is WhatsApp based, but great communication from the staff.
  • M
    Poland Poland
    I recommend. Clean, good location, comfortable bed, even a view of the city. Contact via Whatsapp. In case of difficulties, questions or extension of stay, contact was hassle-free and as fast as possible. Reception is self-service and via Whatsup,...
  • Barbara
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I had a wonderful stay at this hotel! I was pleasantly surprised with an upgrade, which made my experience even more enjoyable. The room was spotless, and there was cold water provided, which was a thoughtful touch, especially after a long day....
  • Nicholas
    Malaysia Malaysia
    At this price point expectations are not high but this stay was excellent value for a short overnight stay - clean, secure, and comfortable. Check-in instructions and follow-up clear via Whatsapp. Everything in the town centre is nearby (<10 mins)
  • Joejf
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was a good size | Fresh water provided in coolers | Room was good for the price.
  • Müller
    Australia Australia
    Big and clean rooms, Staff was super friendly and helpful
  • Alex
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location Comfy beds Hot showers Gave us lower floor to help with bags Refillable water

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of AeCOTEL
Great facilities! Review score, 8

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Parking on site
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs MYR 2 per day.

    Services

    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Luggage storage
      Additional charge
    • Car hire
    • Airport shuttle
      Additional charge

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms

    General

    • Minimarket on site
    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Japanese
    • Malay
    • Russian
    • Cantonese
    • Chinese

    House rules
    AeCOTEL takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 00:00
    Check-out
    From 05:00 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    FAQs about AeCOTEL

    • The prices at AeCOTEL may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at AeCOTEL is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • AeCOTEL is 200 yards from the centre of Sandakan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, AeCOTEL is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • AeCOTEL offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Bicycle rental
    • Room options at AeCOTEL include:

      • Single
      • Twin
      • Double
      • Family