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A balcony with wicker furniture and potted plants, overlooking a sunset with clouds.

1. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Velmor

￥6,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

An elevator with a metallic finish, a wall-mounted emergency phone, and a trash bin.

2. Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz

Kota Kinabalu

Adnan

￥5,145 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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.

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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kunthea

￥5,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Imran

￥5,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel entrance with a large sign reading "Baysuites" and a distinctive red and white sculpture in the foreground.

5. Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites

Kota Kinabalu

Kazuaki

￥8,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, modern chairs, a glass railing, and a view of parked cars outside.

6. My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Leong Sze

￥3,119 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A swimming pool with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

7. Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu

Randy

￥6,206 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

8. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Zhen

￥5,149 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A rooftop terrace with potted plants and a view of the city skyline.

9. Oceania Hotel

Kota Kinabalu

SYED NASIRIN

￥6,791 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with curtains, and two framed pictures on the wall.

10. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Anonymous traveler

￥5,420 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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Top Gaya Island Hotel Reviews

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

These guys know what they're doing. Absolutely amazing communication immediately after booking. They send you all the details. And tell you to update them when you're on your way. So if you're lost they will help you find the way. The interior design, the lighting, the quality and finishing, the marble used. You would think you are at a 5 star hotel. But the prices are waaaaay more attainble and what you're pay for. You are getting a bargain. Just the quality of toilet paper they're using...

Rabih

CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Jiwoo

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

GERALD

Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz

Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Larry

A calm water body with a paved walkway alongside.

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Roger

A hotel room with two beds, a small round table, and a large window offering a city view.

K Hotel

Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a lamp.

Hotel Gaia 95

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

IMA

Oceania Hotel

Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

We stayed for four nights. It was comfortable to stay there. We stayed at bigger room, and it was very large for two people. Everything was fine such as wi-fi connection, bus service, attitude of the staff members and condition of the room(I guess this hotel was built quite recently...). There were a convenience store. And many places to have meals. From street restaurants to ordinary restaurants. You should choose here to stay at Kota Kinabalu at reasonable price!

Anonymous traveler

A modern living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.

Seaview Capsule Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

SusanLullaby

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous landscape.

Kasih Sayang Hill Resort

Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

It is a clean tidy place with very attentive staff. The food was good and the rooms were comfortable. We used it as a base for our two week stay in Sabah and really enjoyed our stay there. The drive up and down the hill is interesting. It is a windy road and you have to watch out for the local water buffalo's (which are nowhere near as aggressive as the ones in Australia). Kota Kinabalu is a good launching point for all sorts of activities. We were able to see Orangutan's at a reserve about...

Greg

A balcony with a cushioned lounge chair, a metal railing, and a view of a green landscape.

Kokol Heights Villa

Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

Need to improve on the cleanliness of the kitchen. Inspect the kitchen utensils, the water filter is leaking, the dish soup is non-existent, the drying rack left in the kitchen cupboard to house insects, the living room sofa leather was teared apart. The amenities advertised includes water bottles, but when asked for it from the staff on site, it’s not provided as complimentary. The bedroom door cannot be locked for some room, there’s stain on every bed and bedsheets. Overall the 3 bedroom...

Kathrina

Frequently Asked Questions

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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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Our top choices for Gaya Island cheap hotels

1. Pan Borneo Hotel Kota Kinabalu

2. Kivana Suite, Vetro 11 by Ayuhouz

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

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

5. Homesuite' Home at Bay Suites

6. My Inn Hotel Inanam Kota Kinabalu

7. Grand InHotel Kota Kinabalu

8. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

9. Oceania Hotel

10. Dreamtel Kota Kinabalu

Top Gaya Island Hotel Reviews

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gaya Island like for travelers on a budget?

When is the best time for a budget trip to Gaya Island?

What is there to see and do in Gaya Island?

How can I get to Gaya Island and get around on a budget?

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