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Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

2.5 star property
Lodge in Sandakan with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Outdoor dining
Basic Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom
Terrace/patio
Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom
Basic Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom
Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat offers tranquility and thoughtful amenities. Guests enjoy breakfast, explore the garden, or relax on the sunny terrace. The restaurant serves authentic local dishes, and the staff provides helpful service with dry cleaning and laundry.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 12 - Sep 13
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Basic Shared Dormitory | 1 bedroom

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

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

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Family Room | 1 bedroom

Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom

Standard Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Rainforest Discovery Centre - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre - 11 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre - 11 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Sandakan Harbour Mall - 26 min drive - 17.7 miles
  • Labuk Bay Proboscis Monkey Sanctuary - 33 min drive - 18.0 miles

Getting around

  • Sandakan (SDK) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sepilok banana cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Kafeteria Sepilok - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪White House Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Nest - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Gum-Gum - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat

Property highlights
Take advantage of free breakfast, a terrace, and a garden at Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage, meeting rooms, and a front-desk safe
  • Barbecue grills, a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat offer comforts such as air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Balconies, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Important information

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 cash
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

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is 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

Is Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat located?

Situated in Sandakan, this lodge is within 6 mi (10 km) of Rainforest Discovery Centre, Borneo Sun Bear Conservation Centre, and Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre. Sandakan Memorial Park and Sandakan Memorial Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Paganakan Dii Tropical Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 78 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation surrounded by beautiful nature. Staff was very helpful and kind. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Amazing experience!!

I loved this unique hotel, it was a tick off the bucket to stay in the rainforest! The staff are so friendly and the food is excellent and great value for money. It is very easy to get to the animal centres and I was still able to access the internet so could order grab taxis. I’d definitely recommend bringing bug spray! 100% would recommend, where else can you stay in the rainforest?!
View from my bedroom
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lykke Christel

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

Nice and authentic

Authentic place. Very nice staff. Free shuttle to the parks. 4-5 dishes to choose from on the menu.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

cara

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

8/10 Good

Meredith

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

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sehr schöne Natur, toller Blick ins Grüne
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cristiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I bungalow sono spartani ma molto puliti. Non troppo spazioso. Noi abbiamo dormito in una camera famigliare con letto matrimoniale e letto a castello, molto comodi. Il bagno è annesso alla stanza ma praticamente aperto verso la foresta, molto molto basico ma funzionale. Cucina OTTIMA ed economica. Personale super gentile e disponibile Navetta gratuita per i parchi dei dintorni ad orari prestabiliti. Gli esterni sono poco curati. Ci sono diversi cani e gatti lasciati liberi
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phi Long

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ayomide

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lorsque je suis arrivée, j'ai vu le restaurant en pleins travaux, alors que je prévoyais d'y travailler (sur mon ordinateur) et qu'il n'y avait pas beaucoup d'autres endroits autour. J'aurais aimé le savoir avant.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hans Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Das Preis/ Leistungsverhältnis war okay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Tom

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shizuno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Yannik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina

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

Jungle stay

Great place close to the jungle!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Katrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

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