AeCOTEL

Hotels
8 (902 reviews)
Jalan Tiga Lot 1A & B, Block 43, Tingkat 1, 2, 3, 4 , Sandakan , my

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Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Car hire
Non-smoking throughout
Shuttle service (additional charge)
Cashless payment available
Fire extinguishers
Contactless check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good location
Value for money
Responsive owners
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Staff availability

Categories

Cleanliness
6.71
Reviews mention significant cleanliness issues, including dirty rooms and poorly maintained facilities.
Service
8.68
General sentiment indicates responsive owners, but issues of staff availability were noted.
Location
8.72
Location is frequently praised as being central and convenient.
Room Quality
7.67
Rooms described as adequate but showing signs of age and some minor issues like temperature control.
Amenities
7.7
Basic amenities are provided, but some facilities were not fully operational.
Value for Money
8.16
Several reviews express that the price is fair for what is offered, despite some issues.
Food and Beverage
8.21
Not specifically mentioned, assumed to be standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.18
The experience is viewed positively overall, with room for improvement in cleanliness and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 07:21

Property Description

Modern Air-Conditioned Rooms
Convenient Airport Transfers and Bicycle Rental
Free WiFi and City Views
To experience comfort and convenience during your stay in Sandakan, book now at AeCOTEL.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 902 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.71
Service: 8.68
Location: 8.72
Room Quality: 7.67
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 8.16
Food and Beverage: 8.21
Overall Experience: 8.18
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Laszlo • solo_traveller • my
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2026-05-28 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • couple • gb
6
2026-05-21 • via Nuitee
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Jeaninne Ylenia • solo_traveller • ch
7
Pros:

Tolle Lage und einfaches Check in und Check out. War super for 1 Nacht als Backpacker.

Cons:

Die Toilette war noch etwas schmutzig. Das Bett war aber in Ordnung.

2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Jean-Claude • solo_traveller • fr
7
Juste bien pour dormir
Pros:

Emplacement

Cons:

Pas de personnel présent

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Rose C • solo_traveller • my
6
2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Arman • extended_group • my
8
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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official • family_with_children • my
6
2026-05-10 • via Nuitee
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Dominic • couple • gb
9
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Nur Hafizah • solo_traveller • my
8
2026-04-27 • via Nuitee
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Johanna • solo_traveller • de
7
2026-04-26 • via Nuitee
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simple • couple • my
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Syaidatul Ayushiko • solo_traveller • my
7
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Callum • solo_traveller • gb
7
Does the job
Pros:

Comfortable, practical, easy check-in

Cons:

It’s all quite dated

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Whitney • couple • gb
8
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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johamin • solo_traveller • my
10
2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Huhaiii • solo_traveller • my
8
2026-03-26 • via Nuitee
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Marlina • couple • my
4
2026-03-23 • via Nuitee
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Andrea Sofia • couple • it
10
2026-03-22 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • gb
7
Pros:

It was a very central location in sandakan. It was very basic, but did the job for one night.

Cons:

The room smelt damp, but once we had opened the window, the smell cleared.

2026-03-21 • via Nuitee
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Emma • solo_traveller • gb
5
Pros:

Clean bedding
Ok size room with lots of windows
AC

Cons:

Just generally run down with fairly unenthusiastic staff
Grim shower, drain hadn't been cleaned
Shower is either boiling or freezing
Draining issues in shower drain

2026-03-20 • via Nuitee