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Our top choices for Gaya Island cheap hotels

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

1. CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (58 reviews)
"The communication was prompt, accurate, and polite full. Staff assisted by carrying out luggage upstairs, and is happy and polite. The massage chair was an amazing addition to our stay. In the heart of all shops. Will definitely book with them again."
Australia
Kunthea
The price is ￥3,922
￥4,653 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A hotel room with a bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony.

2. Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites

Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites
2.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
"アフルランへの交通便が少ない。"
Japan
Kazuaki
The price is ￥7,400
￥8,378 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites
A balcony with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a sunset with clouds.

3. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (205 reviews)
"The complimentary airport shuttle (one-way only) was very useful along with the breakfast buffet. Definitely worth staying if you do not want to go island hopping or to the city centre"
Australia
Velmor
The price is ￥5,758
￥6,606 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

4. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Hotel very beautiful, clean, good staff"
Malaysia
Imran
The price is ￥4,937
￥5,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
An elevator with a metallic finish, a wall-mounted emergency phone, and a trash bin.

5. Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz

Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz
3.5 star property
Kota Kinabalu
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with lovely staff, there's an Orange store (very similar to 7 11) , an Indian restaurant and a cafe all in the vicinity. The only negative is the location as you'll have to take a Grab to travel around Kota Kinabalu."
United Kingdom
Adnan
The price is ￥4,810
￥5,582 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz
A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

6. Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Our state was very nice. No problems. Just to be aware that this is not the touristy part of town. With no offense meant, we were the only white couple. We saw the whole time in this area. Everyone was smiling and friendly. No problem whatsoever with the locals they were very welcoming!"
Singapore
Randy
The price is ￥7,253
￥8,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a flat-screen TV, and a cityscape artwork on the wall.

7. Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO

Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
3.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
7.6 out of 10, Good, (13 reviews)
"Good place to stay. Good accessibility to airport, local restaurante and convenience stores, however, difficult to find to strangers or travellers."
South Korea
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥5,472
￥6,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Homesuite' Home at Aeropod SOVO
A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

8. Seaview Capsule Hotel

Seaview Capsule Hotel
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (30 reviews)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
United States
Benjamin
The price is ￥2,472
￥3,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Seaview Capsule Hotel
A calm water body with a paved walkway alongside.

9. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"Reasonable price and convenient."
Malaysia
Ong
The price is ￥7,629
￥8,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a view of the city skyline.

10. Oceania Hotel

Oceania Hotel
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (528 reviews)
"Convenient, accessible to all the key places in KK."
Malaysia
SYED NASIRIN
The price is ￥5,869
￥6,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Oceania Hotel
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Top Gaya Island Hotel Reviews

Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort

8/10 Good
"Excellent stay. Rooms were lovely and food very good"
Matthew 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Gayana Marine Resort

Frequently asked questions

What is Gaya Island like for travelers on a budget?
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When is the best time for a budget trip to Gaya Island?
Weather is probably a major factor when you plan your trip to Gaya Island, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Gaya Island are January, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Gaya Island?
Gaya Island is known for its snorkeling spots and relaxing spas, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then fill your itinerary with sights that cost very little. Enjoy the outdoors at Tunku Abdul Rahman Park and Sapi Island, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Kota Kinabalu Central Market.
How can I get to Gaya Island and get around on a budget?
Checking out these ways to get around Gaya Island can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), 6.7 mi (10.7 km) away. Gaya Island may not have many public transportation choices so a car rental could be a reasonable alternative to explore the area.

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