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Gayana Marine Resort, hotel in 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.

Beautiful resort with great staff
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
122 reviews
Price from$308.95per night
Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World, hotel in 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.

Extremely kind and accommodating staff. Worked with us from check-in to check-out to make our stay as comfortable as possible. Breakfast buffet was incredible with numerous options of both local and international dishes. We liked the pool bar Happy Hour and lunch menu. Great for families. Also, the room was quiet, clean, and comfortable. The shower was hot and we had everything we needed. We had two adjoining rooms which was very convenient for our family.
8.3
Scored 8.3
Very Good
Rated very good
302 reviews
Price from$230.73per night
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Gaya Island

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.

Last minute booking after first hotel was a sham. They were amazing, we signed up for bonvoy rewards and they upgraded us! So comfortable and the sunset, drinks and food from club room was amazing. We didn't go out on the second night because of a big cycling day and it was perfect
8.9
Scored 8.9
Excellent
Rated excellent
2,248 reviews
Price from$81.80per night
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel, hotel in Gaya Island

Located in Kota Kinabalu, 1.1 mi from Filipino Market Sabah, Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Center features accommodations with a fitness center, free private parking, a bar and a shared...

Great and very clean budget option in the city center. Easy to reach from the airport. We stayed overnight. There are many Chinese seafood restaurants and other options across the road.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
2,155 reviews
Price from$49.08per night
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre, hotel in Gaya Island

Boasting 4 dining options and an outdoor pool, Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Center is located 656 feet from Jesselton Point.

Good location of the hotel, walking distance to Suria Mall and Jesselton Jetty. Those that wanted to go for Island hoping are recommended to stay at this Hotel. It's just 5 mins walk to the Jetty. Nice and clean room.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
2,081 reviews
Price from$49.84per night
King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Gaya Island

In the city center, King Park Hotel Kota Kinabalu is in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, a walkable area in Kota Kinabalu with good shopping.

The hotel was modern, clean, quiet, good shower, amenities and beds, staff was fine. We had a view of the mountain behind, maybe because we had asked for quiet.
8.7
Scored 8.7
Excellent
Rated excellent
1,589 reviews
Price from$39.41per night
Gaya Centre Hotel, hotel in Gaya Island

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.

Location is fantastic. Within walking distant to malls, restaurants and banks. Room: sadly not a 3 star definitely. Motel 8 is much better. Furniture are back in 70s or 80s. Bathroom is quite nasty with black moldy on tiles grout. Housekeepers are not trained to clean and refresh bed especially when they knew that you are staying longer. They just left towels and bath stuff on table. Customers are mostly locals because of the cheap cost to stay. And tour operators use this hotel because of the value and location. Not worth trying in house breakfast. There are plenty restaurants nearby and in malls.
7.9
Scored 7.9
Good
Rated good
587 reviews
Price from$28.88per night
Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Gaya Island

Hotel Shangri-la Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations with views of Kota Kinabalu and the islands of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

8.2
Scored 8.2
Very Good
Rated very good
1,686 reviews
Price from$31.46per night
Sabah Oriental Hotel, hotel in Gaya Island

Located 0.9 mi from IMAGO Shopping Mall, Sabah Oriental Hotel offers air-conditioned guest rooms in Kota Kinabalu. It features 2 dining options and a fitness center. Free parking is provided onsite.

Location and pool
7.0
Scored 7.0
Good
Rated good
769 reviews
Price from$35.30per night
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu, hotel in Gaya Island

Located a 5-minute walk from Oceanus Waterfront Mall, Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu offers accommodations overlooking South China Sea. The property has 5 dining options and an outdoor swimming pool.

8.0
Scored 8.0
Very Good
Rated very good
1,397 reviews
Price from$71.36per night
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What Guests Said About Gaya Island:

  • 10
    Scored 10

    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
    mikhail
    Australia
  • 10
    Scored 10

    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
    Guy
  • 10
    Scored 10

    We had an incredible stay here.

    We had an incredible stay here. The island team go to great lengths to make sure their guests are well looked after. At dinner the chef came out to say hello and wish us a happy anniversary! Wow! Our room - should I say house? - was amazing. Beautifully and thoughtfully decorated, turn down service at night, great food, gorgeous settings and the nicest staff team ever. Highly recommended!
    Nadine
    United Kingdom
  • 10
    Scored 10

    A beautiful island the hotel was a high standard but food...

    A beautiful island the hotel was a high standard but food and drinks are very pricey. we were transferred by a shuttle boat which took 10 minutes it was included in the cost of our booking but we heard other people say they were not aware of the extra costs. our villa was at the top of a steep hill with amazing views. and was a beautiful villa there was nothing on their website saying about steep hills and steps so be aware when you book . this would not put me off from going again we would definately return! snorkeling was amazing with lots of fish. we also went to the private beach which was stunning. we ate in the restaurant for a buffet evening meal there were lots of choice and lovely fresh hot food the staff were very friendly and could not do enough for you and so helpful a wonderful place to stay.
    Jenafrica
    United Kingdom

Explore guest reviews of hotels in Gaya Island

  • From $326.71 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 302 reviews
    Location was great- loved the view from our top floor Kinabalu Villa. Our villa was huge and very comfortable. The staff were incredibly polite and well trained. Minor issues were addressed very quickly (for example the WiFi was reconnected before we had walked back to our villa). The breakfast, which was included in our room rate, was fantastic. The free visit to the hotel’s turtle rescue centre was excellent. A variety of other paid activities available.
    Avril
    United Kingdom
  • From $326.71 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 302 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!
    Helen
    United Kingdom
  • From $333.66 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 122 reviews
    Quiet place in the close neighborhood to larger city. Excellent retreat with perfect personnel, management, delicious food and good care. On the top of the quality of stay, beautiful nature of the island. The stay and hotel deserve the highest evaluation.
    Grzegorz
    Poland
  • From $326.71 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 302 reviews
    The food was delicious, the Mount Kinabalu and Sunrise view from our room is amazing. The staff were great, and they all treated us like king and queen. a perfect place for honeymoon getaway and many activities you can do at the island.
    Tengku Datuk Seri Iskandar
    Malaysia
  • From $333.66 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 109 reviews
    Friendly staff, good service, getaway to paradise not far from Kota Kinabalu city centre. Room was beautiful and better than anticipated. Slight problem with our water heater but issue was rectified under 30 mins.
    CindyMkk
    Malaysia
  • From $333.66 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 122 reviews
    The hotel was lovely, the room was big and very comfortable, food at the restaurant was overpriced but very tasty. The staff was very friendly
    Stephanie
    Switzerland
  • From $333.66 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 109 reviews
    The surroundings of the hotel are incredible. We loved every day of our stay. Such a beautiful place and friendly staff.
    Laura
    Germany
  • From $326.71 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 302 reviews
    Super hotel a short speed boat ride from Kota Kinabalu Large well equipped comfortable rooms with great views
    Peter
    United Kingdom
  • From $333.66 per night
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 122 reviews
    Staff were great and hotel and location were awesome and the food was fantastic
    Damian
    South Africa
  • From $333.66 per night
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 109 reviews
    amazing location, staff are incredible, island is beautiful
    Lucy
    United Kingdom