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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, 162 reviews
Location 9.5
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$290.92
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

S
Sinead
From
United Kingdom
The staff went above and beyond to make our stay special. We felt valued as guests and in particular staff such as Bata and Patrick went the extra mile to support our romantic dinner on the beach, where we got engaged. We plan on visiting again in the future! The food buffets were top notch and the pool, bar and spa had everything you need to kick back and relax. 10/10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Excellent - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
Location 9.1
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$260.69
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

R
Rose
From
United Kingdom
Arriving on a boat where you're greeted by several staff whilst someone plays the xylophone was a special start. We stayed for 2 nights which felt just long enough. We were treated like royalty throughout our stay. All staff were so attentive, caring and friendly. Shout out to Eduardo and Eleanor who were so lovely. We were celebrating our honeymoon and Eduardo decorated a special sea-front table for our final dinner, which was so thoughtful. We had an amazing massage, a dive with Richie which was beautiful, and some snorkelling and sunbathing by the infinity pool, watching the monkeys in the trees! The pool was often empty so plenty of choice of sunbeds. The food was incredible and service exceptional. Bedrooms huge and beautiful with a great turn down service. We had a rainforest villa which is still on the water at high tide, making it like an aquarium around the room. We were lucky to have hornbills and a monitor lizard in the trees right outside our balcony. The whole place was just stunning.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 236 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$282.44
1 night, 2 adults
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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...

D
Dao
From
Canada
Very clean and well-appointed room. Had everything we needed. Above imago Mall for extreme convenience and close to come excellent coffee shops and restaurants. Exceedingly responsive hosts who were attentive to our needs but not intrusive. Highly recommend for a stay in Kota Kinabalu.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 430 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
$73.75
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

M
Michael G
From
United States
Phenomenal breakfast buffet, one of the best ever with a spectacular view of KK. Rooms and architecture are stunning.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 936 reviews
Location 9.3
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$120.39
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

L
Lucia
From
United Arab Emirates
Very good place, clean, comfortable, spacious room, the host was friendly and very supportive. The shower had hot water and good pressure.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 472 reviews
Location 9.2
Price from
$39.86
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 313 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
$40.54
1 night, 2 adults
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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 &...

M
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, 597 reviews
Location 9.3
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$45.59
1 night, 2 adults
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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 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 482 reviews
Location 9.3
Price from
$43.15
1 night, 2 adults
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Showcase Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Showcase Hotel Kota Kinabalu provides rooms in Kota Kinabalu near North Borneo Railway and Sabah State Mosque.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
$39.93
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget hotels in Gaya Island and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 27 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.

  • 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 6 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 24 reviews

    The Shore Home Suites Kota Kinabalu City Sabah Center offers accommodations in Kota Kinabalu, 2.4 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.4 miles from North Borneo Railway.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 317 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,492 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.5
    Good - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews

    CU Boutique Hotel is located in Kota Kinabalu, 2.1 miles from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 3.5 miles from Likas City Mosque.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 303 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.

Best hotels with breakfast in Gaya Island and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,226 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 287 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 466 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...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 999 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,453 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 1,275 reviews

    A 10-minute walk from Filipino Market Sabah, Hotel 7 Suria is located in Kota Kinabalu and has free WiFi and concierge services.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 15 reviews

    Featuring direct access to Suria Sabah Shopping Mall in Kota Kinabalu, Grandis Hotels and Resorts features an outdoor swimming pool and 3 dining options.

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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  • Gayana Marine Resort

    Gaya Island
    From $338.93 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews
    The free kayaking and snorkeling was amazing, so much marine life to see around the hotel. The monitor lizards swimming where amazing. Definitely worth going to the ecology centre on site. You can touch a sea cucumber and starfish and see more of the marine life up close. Staff were really friendly and lovely different places to sit in the shade. We had a rainforest room which was more private than the water front rooms and still very easy to walk from the room straight into the sea.
    Guest review by
    Katherine
    United Kingdom

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

    Gaya Island
    From $369.14 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
    Hotel staff and wildlife guides were really very nice and worked incredibly hard to make guests happy. Food was varied and good. Range of activities for older kids to do, enough to occupy 3 or 4 days. Rooms were clean and well looked after. All the facilities worked. It's a good choice for a couple of days toward the end of your holiday in Borneo, as it is a nice resort close to KK airport.
    Guest review by
    Nick
    United Kingdom

  • Gayana Marine Resort

    Gaya Island
    From $338.93 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 237 reviews
    The location is amazing, the staff is very friendly and the spa treatments are really good. But that’s about it, the rest is a disaster, incredibly expensive and NOT a 5-star hotel. I went there to relax for a few days, it was impossible to relax anywhere.
    Guest review by
    Francesco
    United Kingdom

  • Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

    Gaya Island
    From $349.10 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 162 reviews
    Everything perfect. The island is a paradise. The staff is the best i have ever experienced. Beautiful room in an amazing jungle setting. Highly recommended.
    Guest review by
    Nicola Antonio Maria
    Switzerland

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

    Gaya Island
    From $369.14 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 541 reviews
    The setting between jungle and sea, spacious rooms, friendly staff, dinner on the beach with performance of Sabah dances and blowpipe.
    Guest review by
    Robert
    Australia

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