Whether going on vacations or business trips, finding the right accommodation to suit your needs is the fundamental step to make your stay unlike any other. Consider these three tips before booking a hotel in Lahad Datu and make the most out of your time here.

• Location: Your travel to Lahad Datu is incomplete without visiting its local attractions, which is why a hotel located in the vicinity of these attractions would tremendously make the experience better. Having restaurants and other facilities within reach is a great addition too, offering convenience at your doorstep.
• Amenities: Nothing can go wrong with the presence of an extensive range of amenities at a hotel. OYO hotels in Lahad Datu feature standardized essential amenities for our guests to utilize, taking one step further in providing the best service one could ever ask for.
• Price: Comfort and affordability are the perfect combination for a getaway to remember, especially when you're in need of a break without draining the bank. Be sure to check out OYO official website or application for different deals you surely don't want to miss out on!

OYO strives to meet your needs by providing top-notch amenities in our hotels, promising comfort and convenience at its best. OYO hotels in Lahad Datu come with air-conditioning, television, and free Wi-Fi as standard in all rooms. Depending on availability, some hotels offer additional amenities such as in-room mini-fridge, CCTV surveillance, cashless payment option, parking facility, elevator, and many more to make the best stay possible. The full list of amenities is available on the property page for further reference on what each hotel has to offer.

OYO hotels in Lahad Datu feature variously sized and styled affordable room types to accommodate your needs offered at different price points to suit your budget.

Some of the most popular landmarks in Lahad Datu are:

• Tower of Heaven: Standing at 33 metres tall, the tower is one of the romantic places that offer a panoramic view of the city and islands of Darvel Bay.
• Tabin Wildlife Reserve: One of the largest wildlife reserves in Malaysia, there are almost 300 species of birds here to make one's trip more exciting.
• Bukit Piton Wildlife Safari: This is where you can find almost 300+ orangutans, nocturnal animals, and Cloud Leopard, all in one place.

If you are in Lahad Datu and have a weekend at hand, visit

• Pantai Payang: A local beach that is often visited by many for a swim or simply chill under the sun while enjoying the view it offers.
• Darval Bay: One of the most beautiful semi-enclosed bays composed of 50 islands with an iconic scuba diving site called the Blue Hole.
• Danum Valley Conservation Area: A research centre established to provide education, training, and wilderness recreation, which is also home to over 300 bird species and over 100 species of mammals.

Shopping centres have something for everyone from the latest fashion trend to electronics and groceries. The city doesn’t have a lot of shopping centres but one place that residents often visit is Darvel Bay Plaza, which is located in the vicinity of OYO hotels in Lahad Datu.

The highest temperature in Lahad Datu is around 32° Celsius. The lowest temperature can be as low as 24° Celsius at night. The best time to visit Lahad Datu is between May to June as these months are warm, compared to the rest of the year.

Lahad Datu is a place to get your dose of adventure sports in nature. A few things you can do here are:

• Join Kinabatangan River Safari: If you’re up for a two or three-night stay amidst nature, the safari can be explored according to different packages offered inclusive of day/night riverboat safari trips, jungle night walks, hikes, and a visit to other attractions along the way.
• Hike Mount Kinabalu: For those who love trekking, challenge yourself to the top of one of the highest mountains in Southeast Asia at 4101 metres. Along the way, check out the largest flower in the world named Nepenthes Raja.

A trip to Lahad Datu is incomplete without visiting its restaurants. Have a taste of Lahad Datu’s local flavours at:

• Dovist Restaurant tops the list as the most-visited Chinese restaurant in the area, where you can find different types of dishes in one place.
• Unicorn Vegetarian Restaurant is the locals' go-to for plant-based cuisine. Now vegetarians no longer hace a hard time locating restaurants that suit their diet.
• Khadijah Ikan Bakar offers grilled fish as its main menu. It's something that seafood lovers can't miss out on.

Bus: Lahad Datu has a decent network of local buses which people use to travel long distances.

Take a walk/cycle: Walking is preferred for short distances but in some areas, one should opt for taxis, especially 4x4 off-road vehicles to visit places due to the unpredictable weather.

Airport: Lahad Datu Airport is located close to the downtown area to allow easy access to and from your hotel.