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Our top choices for Gaya Island resorts

A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.

1. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (520 reviews)
"We stayed in the room which had a private pool. It had a very nice view. Staffs are very nice. Great food. We were the first customers enjoyed the special local produced three course meal. Fantastic!"
Australia
Kiu Hung Wilson
The price is ￥32,948
￥36,199 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Gayana Marine Resort
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.

2. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (199 reviews)
"We stayed in the double bungalow, Perfect for 3 seperate friends, so much private space. Just beautiful."
Australia
Nikko
The price is ￥41,615
￥47,205 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

3. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
Gaya Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (450 reviews)
"THE Resort."
Japan
Hiroshi
The price is ￥41,737
￥68,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Gaya Island Resort
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tanjung Aru
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice and scenic place to stay. Excellent swimming pools, huge gym. Marina nearby to visit islands. Beautiful beach nesrby"
United States
Linda JUNE
The price is ￥26,628
￥31,807 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.

5. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Fun place to stay with a family. Lots of kid friendly areas and activities. "
United States
Bethany
The price is ￥21,398
￥23,645 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A wooden deck with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous landscape.

6. Kasih Sayang Hill Resort

Kasih Sayang Hill Resort
3.0 star property
Kota Kinabalu
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"Great place with nice rooms and beautiful view (both to Mt Kinabalu and Kota Kinabalu). Standard Malaysian breakfast and decent lunch and dinner menu. Staff was very friendly and helpful. The room (104) was very good although there are a few ants around (so make sure not to leave food around). Bed, shower and toilet were nice and clean. Internet worked quite well (not guaranteed in this area). Our best place in Sabah so far (out of 6 good hotels)."
United States
Peter
The price is ￥7,377
￥8,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Kasih Sayang Hill Resort
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.

7. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
Tuaran
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful place nestled in a private feeling bay. Not a huge amount of options for gluten free, but over all a great place l."
Australia
Alister
The price is ￥22,028
￥24,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.

8. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"We love the place Very nice lication"
United Kingdom
Antonette
The price is ￥14,826
￥16,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
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Top Gaya Island Hotel Reviews

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"Absolutely lovely resort - the resort is beautiful and feels like paradise. The staff are all amazing, great service everywhere. The restaurants are reasonably priced (a bit more expensive than the mainland but seems reasonable given the location) and all the meals we had were really nice - we stayed for a week and had tried most dishes by the end , there isn’t a huge variety and only a few Malaysian options. Our room was up a steep hill but you can ask for a ride up on the buggy if you don’t fancy the walk. Everything does close up quite early (last order for a drink 10pm) but can see why as we were always the only people still around at this time - everyone seems to disappear about 8:30 so it can feel a bit of a weird atmosphere if you’re an evening person. There are lots of biting insects around so do take some decent insect repellent as the oil the resort provides didn’t seem effective at all. They light insight repellent coils outside each villa in the evening - it would be good if the resort could add these at the bar area at the Pantai restaurant too. A few things. The rooms just aren’t insect proof at all - eg there’s gaps in the door so we got bitten a lot. Each day we had to brush ants off our bed. When we first arrived there was a large number of ants (dead and alive) on the bed. We stayed for a week and the bedding wasn’t changed at all during this time, which was surprising especially as I had a couple insect bites which left a bit of blood on the bedding."
Megan 7-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Find out more about Gaya Island

Gaya Island Resorts information

Number of reviews
3,228
Accommodation
11 Resorts
Lowest Price
￥8,405
Highest Price
￥68,727

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a resort vacation in Gaya Island?
You deserve to get away, and a resort is just the place to indulge in all the services and amenities you need for a relaxing stay in Gaya Island. One of the comfortable resort hotels in the surrounding area might be just what you're searching for, whether you want great restaurants on site, blissful spa treatments, or fun activities to try.
What's a top resort for my stay in Gaya Island?
Gayana Marine Resort - Luxury resort. Features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and a marina. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa - Luxury resort. Has 2 restaurants, a private beach, and a full-service spa. Gaya Island Resort - Luxury resort. Enjoy the 4 restaurants, spa, and 24-hour fitness center.
What can I do in Gaya Island?
Travelers enjoy exploring the beaches, and have good things to say about the snorkeling and other water activities. If you're interested in local sights, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Sapi Island, and Kota Kinabalu Central Market are some places to visit nearby. Additional attractions in the area include KK Plaza and Suria Sabah Shopping Mall.
What's the seasonal weather like in Gaya Island?
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's the best way to get to and around Gaya Island?
Fly into Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the heart of the city. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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