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Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gaya Island

Located off the coast of Borneo on Gaya Island, Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa features spacious villas with a private balcony. The resort features an outdoor pool and 3 dining options.

G
Gemma
From
United States
We were absolutely blown away by everything. There weren't many people staying at the resort so it felt so special, secluded, and peaceful. The photos don't do the resort, the services, or the scenery justice! We were going to stay at the Gayana marine resort for the overwater huts but they got damaged during the king tide, so this wasn't our first choice of resort. But we were thoroughly impressed by this place and think it was probably even better than the overwater huts I had been dreaming of! The private beach at Bungaraya is truly special and serene (no other resorts in this cove). Our beachside villa was so spacious and in pristine condition, with beautiful hibiscus surrounding the private pool, a short path leading to the beach which we could enjoy views of from our porch, and plenty of wildlife to enjoy just from our porch (lizards, monkeys, hornbills). By the beach we didn't have an issue with bugs (and I usually get eaten alive). The beachside villas are also great for a short walk to the restaurant and to the free kayak/SUP/snorkle gear checkout hut. Definitely worth splurging on the beachside villas. The coral reef accessible from the resort was beautiful (and healthy!) with lots of colorful fish and even some blue spotted sting rays. The food and service was also outstanding. That's not something we usually consider when looking for places (we usually just peruse the photos and available activities), but it was an important part of why our vacation was so enjoyable. We felt like royalty here, which was perfect for our honeymoon. We will definitely be back.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
Price from
$291.75
1 night, 2 adults

Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - a Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Gaya Island

Set within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park off the coast of Borneo, Gaya Island offers elegant villas with panoramic views of the South China Sea and the rainforest.

M
Marie-Renée
From
Canada
We loved everything! The place is beautiful. The staff is so attentive and nice. The room was spacious and comfortable. The breakfast is the best buffet I’ve ever seen. The spa is wonderful and the indigenous massage was one of the best massage I’ve ever had. The bbq on the beach with the traditional entertainment was great.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 545 reviews
Price from
$261.44
1 night, 2 adults

Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island

Located at the edge of a jungle on Gaya Island, Gayana Eco Resort features spacious overwater villas with wooden interiors. It features 3 dining options, an outdoor pool and a spa.

S
Syed Zeeshan
From
Qatar
Beautiful resort with great staff
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
Price from
$283.25
1 night, 2 adults

Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within a 19-minute walk, Ritz Residence, Imago Mall Loft B has concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi...

J
Jesseca
From
United States
Everything. This is one of the best places I've ever stayed. It's brand new and everything is easy to use. The staff is absolutely awesome and will show you around the property. Special shout out to Vinah who was amazing!! The property is quiet and in a very convenient location across from a cafe called Dozo, a money exchange place, and several massage places. There is every type of food you can imagine in the basement of the mall. It's a very cheap Grab ride away from everywhere you'll need to go too. I could go on and on. Loved this place and already regret leaving!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 440 reviews
Price from
$73.96
1 night, 2 adults

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

b
bikash
From
Indonesia
Great location; right at the centre and by the seaside. I was checking in at 5pm but the room wasnt ready. They were kind enough to upgrade and add complementary breakfast. Its not about the freebies but going above and beyond to show you care.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 949 reviews
Price from
$108.38
1 night, 2 adults

ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 10-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, ACJ Residence @ Beside Cititel Hotel has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

C
Chad
From
United States
Hotel doesn’t quite have a usual front desk, but this isn’t an issue at all… we were easily able to check in and very quickly be settled into our room even arriving 2:00 AM in dead of night after our flight. The room is superbly cleaned and very comfortable. Hotel staff are very reachable, responsive, and accommodating every need. About 3x the normal tea and coffee for use in the room (which I liked). Though we didn’t need it I was also happy to have the option for parking and baggage storage.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 473 reviews
Price from
$37.59
1 night, 2 adults

A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 10-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, A Residence @ Between Hilton & Cititel Hotel has accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

R
Rodrigues
From
Qatar
Very beautifully decorated rooms and splendid customer service to go with it. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. The easiest check in and check out. Also their room service is as fast as it is efficient
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 305 reviews
Price from
$40.65
1 night, 2 adults

CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Featuring a bar, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point is located in Kota Kinabalu in the Sabah region, a 4-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 1.9 miles from Sabah State Museum &...

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MOHAMMAD QASMIN
From
Malaysia
The bed so clean. The towel like new one. Good smell. The toilet so clean. Everything so perfect. Many location nearby. The instruction during stay so clear. So many amenities provided. Tea coffee tootbrush shower gel shampoo. Free sliper. The prices also affordable. ❤️
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 589 reviews
Price from
$43.08
1 night, 2 adults

AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 11-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel provides accommodations with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

P
Philip
From
Canada
Clean, Convenient with good communication.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 468 reviews
Price from
$40.81
1 night, 2 adults

Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Located within a 19-minute walk of Filipino Market Sabah and 2.7 miles of Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, Cottonhouz by Ayuhouz has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kota...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Price from
$33.84
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Gaya Island

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Best hotels with breakfast in Gaya Island and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,162 reviews

    Surrounded by landscaped gardens and spacious outdoor pools, The Magellan Sutera Resort features tastefully decorated guest rooms and suites in Kota Kinabalu.

    From $188.66 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews

    Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island features a private beach overlooking the South China Sea. It features an outdoor pool, spacious villas and suites.

    From $335.53 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 491 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu, a 1-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness center and a...

    From $142.46 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,475 reviews

    Centrally located in Kota Kinabalu, Hyatt Regency Kinabalu offers spacious and elegant accommodations with free WiFi throughout. The property features an outdoor pool and 6 dining options.

    From $94.83 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

    Located in Kota Kinabalu and with Filipino Market Sabah reachable within a 5-minute walk, CU Boutique Hotel provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a terrace.

    From $53.92 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 994 reviews

    Set in the center of Kota Kinabalu commercial district, Gaya Center Hotel features a restaurant and a fitness center. Jesselton Point is located only a 10-minute walk away.

    From $51.29 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,382 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor pool and 4 dining options, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is set in the heart of Kota Kinabalu. The property offers spacious guest rooms with city or sea views.

    From $105.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 22 reviews

    Featuring a restaurant, Mamutik Island Lodge offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2.7 miles from North Borneo Railway and 3.1 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village.

    From $142.60 per night

Budget hotels in Gaya Island and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

    The Shore KK by Bin Karim Homes enjoys a location in Kota Kinabalu, 2.4 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.5 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    From $57.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Seaview Designer Concept The shore Kota Kinabalu Sabah by UsHomestay is a recently renovated apartment in Kota Kinabalu, near Filipino Market Sabah.

    From $71.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews

    Offering pool with a view and a garden, The Shore Studio Balcony Seaview by Clover Home A13A07 in Kota Kinabalu is close to Filipino Market Sabah and KK Esplanade.

    From $49.09 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 5 reviews

    A 2-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah in Kota Kinabalu, The shore by seffa provides accommodations with access to beauty services, fitness room, and steam room.

    From $71.23 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 331 reviews

    The Shore by Casa Yolo 悠乐居 at Kota Kinabalu City Centre offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.5 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    From $65.45 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 307 reviews

    The Shore by Alawa Homes offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.4 miles from North Borneo Railway.

    From $73.87 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 35 reviews

    SummerDay Seaview Studio Apartment at Kota Kinabalu City Centre provides a public bath and an open-air bath, as well as air-conditioned accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, a 2-minute walk from Filipino...

    From $66.44 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

    Just a 2-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah and 400 yards from KK Esplanade, SummerSet Seaview Studio Apartment at Kota Kinabalu City Centre features accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, with an...

    From $71.21 per night

What Guests Said About Gaya Island:

  • 8.0

    Superb but only not satisfied with the placement of my...

    Superb but only not satisfied with the placement of my family members in the strictest policy. I have been around the world to many other more beautiful hotels but only this one allows only 1 child per villa! And u should also have more kitchen staffs to prepare the food bcos it took too long
    Guest review by
    Nurul Nahar
    Malaysia
  • 10.0

    An amazing location - wonderful views over the bay from our...

    An amazing location - wonderful views over the bay from our very nice room. We loved seeing the monkeys, hornbills, monitor lizards and geckos. The staff were helpful and friendly. We enjoyed spending time at the simple private beach a short boat ride away. Make sure you arrive at Jesselton Point at least an hour before your speedboat leaves as they check you in there and it can take ages. Evening dining is either a fish restaurant, a Japanese restaurant or a bewilderingly large buffet.
    Guest review by
    Calluna50
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    Amazing stay at the resort over 2 nights.

    Amazing stay at the resort over 2 nights. The staff and service is absolutely next level. Made us feel so welcome. The food was delicious. Plenty of activities to fill up 3 days for the family. Special acknowledgement to the host Anof, Richie and Showwell and chef Jonathan. Keep up good work guys
    Guest review by
    mikhail
    Australia
  • 10.0

    The staff are exceptional. The variety of food is amazing.

    The staff are exceptional. The variety of food is amazing. Facilities were in good condition and easily accessible. I expected we may be able to hike a few trails on the island but this was not possible. It surprised me for such a relaxed place that you needed more formal attire (trousers, closed shoes and collared shirt for) for one of the restaurants. We weren’t prepared for that. Sunset cruise was brief but great
    Guest review by
    Guy

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  • From $350.09 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 161 reviews
    - The hotel and its surroundings were really beautiful and clearly very well cared for by the staff. The staff were really knowledgeable about the wildlife in the area - Snorkelling just off the beach and seeing so many fish was really cool, could pop to and from the pool to snorkel when needed - The hotel staff were all so friendly and really helpful throughout the whole trip - The satay and the local breakfast options were really well done and the food in general was to a high quality
    Guest review by
    Melissa
    United Kingdom
  • From $339.90 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
    This resort is absolutely outstanding with stunning view. All the staff is super friendly and helpful. Breakfast and dinner is totally amazing. Special thanks to the manager, who is extremely attentive, which makes our stay an absolutely unforgettable one. Location is very nice with good arrangement of transportation. Resort provides everything that you need to have a taste of the island. It is definitely our first choice for our next visit.
    Guest review by
    Priscilla
    United Kingdom
  • From $308.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 545 reviews
    We loved our stay on Gaya Island. The rooms are massive with beautiful bathrooms, ours had an amazing view. Nice toiletries and robe and other little touches in the room. The food was excellent, the buffet and both the restaurants had a great selection which was all delicious. We really enjoyed the private beach and the snorkelling, it was gorgeous with lots of fish. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. We loved it!
    Guest review by
    Helen
    United Kingdom
  • From $339.90 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews
    Very friendly staff. They fullfilled every single wish, always helpful and smiling. They offer a great snorkeling trip to Sulug Island. There are many spa treatments available. The pool is amazing, very clean. There is only one restaurant and every dish we had was delicious and looked absolutely beautiful. A wide variety of dishes is available also for breakfast. Water and clean towels are delivered to the room daily.
    Guest review by
    Sonja
    Slovenia
  • From $308.50 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 545 reviews
    The hotel is great, rooms are amazing and the food was exceptionl (very good value for money buffet with plenty of options). The hotel blended very well with the nature surroundings. Johana from the front desk/back office was very helpful, professional and very efficient to get things sorted.
    Guest review by
    Rodrigo
    United Kingdom