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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 boasts an outdoor pool and 3 dining options.

K
Kirsty
From
China
We had the most amazing stay at Bungaraya! The location is idyllic, the staff are the best, most wonderful people and were fantastic at helping organise a proposal 🥂. It is the ideal place to learn about the conservation efforts and get away from the world. We really liked that we couldn't get wifi in the villa as it made us disconnect and appreciate where we were more but that might not be practical for everyone. The food was delicious and fresh with a mix of local and international flavours. All in all a wonderful place and hopefully we will be back in the future! **Side note - we were lucky enough to stay at the Gayana Marine resort on the other side of the island for a few days and it was equally amazing! Very relaxed vibes, perfect if you want seclusion and watch the marine life 🐟
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
Price from
US$318.96
1 night, 2 adults

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.

D
Diana&Marlo
From
Finland
Beautiful view to Kota Kinabalu mountain and the stunning sea view! Great breakfast with lot of different choices and great coffee! Free yoga classes what was held in the spa every morning, that was a great bonus. Very helpful and polite staff, met us always with a smile.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Price from
US$291.97
1 night, 2 adults

Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island

Situated at the edge of a jungle on Gaya Island, Gayana Eco Resort boasts spacious overwater villas with wooden interiors. It features 3 dining options, an outdoor pool and a spa.

E
Elisa
From
United Kingdom
The hotel is lovely and the staff very helpful and friendly. We loved the fact that they are an echo resort. Only downside is the sea is not clean, but unfortunately this is becoming less and less frequent everywhere and not something the hotel can control.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews
Price from
US$289.97
1 night, 2 adults

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

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

S
Sarah
From
Australia
Beautiful location, great facilities.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,036 reviews
Price from
US$157.66
1 night, 2 adults

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Boasting 6 dining options, an exclusive Chi, The Spa and an outdoor pool with water jets, Shangri-La Tanjung Aru Kota Kinabalu offers luxury beachfront accommodation in Tanjung Aru.

G
Grant
From
New Zealand
Lovely staff, great breakfast, band playing was great
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,074 reviews
Price from
US$172.51
1 night, 2 adults

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island boasts a private beach overlooking the South China Sea. It features an outdoor pool, spacious villas and suites.

S
Stefano
From
Italy
Cosy, wonderful staff, beautiful landscape
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews
Price from
US$178.11
1 night, 2 adults

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Boasting an Olympic sized swimming pool and 5 dining options, The Pacific Sutera Hotel offers easy access to Sutera Harbour Golf & Country Club.

S
Stelios
From
Greece
Everything! location, facilities, breakfast, lunch, reception, pool bar, view, room, customer service
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 871 reviews
Price from
US$100.49
1 night, 2 adults

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Set amidst a nature reserve overlooking the South China Sea, Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu features relaxing stays in elegantly furnished guest rooms.

C
Cressida
From
Cyprus
We stayed in the ocean wing and from start to finish was an amazing experience. We like the whiter reception area and pool and breakfast here too. The family room was great the kids loved the bunk beds and the outdoor bath tub! The setting was peaceful and perfect for a relaxing holiday. The spa treatments snd golf were also amazing. Sadly the weather was too raining thunderstorm for our booked night jungle walk and horse riding but that can’t be helped! Overall a fantastic place to stay for a luxury getaway.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,503 reviews
Price from
US$128.95
1 night, 2 adults

Kokol Haven Resort

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Featuring 3-star accommodation, Kokol Haven Resort is situated in Kota Kinabalu, 15 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 11 km from Likas City Mosque.

N
Nisa
From
Brunei Darussalam
The facilities were great for families, the view are outstanding and breathtaking
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 330 reviews
Price from
US$80.29
1 night, 2 adults

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Boasting 3 outdoor pools, 8 dining options and a golf course, Nexus Resort & Spa offers relaxing stays in Karambunai, 30 km from Kota Kinabalu.

N
NUR MELINA TADAM
From
Malaysia
All the accommodation is very good
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
Very good - What previous guests thought, 38 reviews
Price from
US$121.35
1 night, 2 adults
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,036 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 304 reviews

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Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 25 reviews

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Avg. price/night: US$407.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
The scenery was beautiful and the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. There was an unforeseen issue with our room which they were very good about. The two restaurants were wonderful - the teppanyaki evening was superb and highly recommend. The snorkelling was decent and the kayaking was fun although you can just use the same equipment around the resort without cost.
Guest review by
Natasha
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$407.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Great staff, really well equipped resort and clean and spacious rooms.
Guest review by
Oliver
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$407.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
The resort was beautiful and just as shown in the photos.
Guest review by
Wee Heng
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$758.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
The views from our villa of the sea and beach were outstanding. The room had been set up beautifully for our 25th wedding anniversary. Lovely pool which was cleaned daily. Staff were very friendly and always willing to help. Wildlife was present around the resort - monkeys snd monitor lizards.
Guest review by
Jacqueline
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$758.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 169 reviews
Amazing stay at a paradise resort. The only down side was the mosquitoes in the room at night having a feast on you. Please add mosquito net to the beds.
Guest review by
Elena
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$407.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
You really pay for the location. Everything else is way overpriced for what you get. The pool is very nice, even being in the sun until 3PM. Beautiful coral reef just in front of the resort where you can snorkel for free and the jungle is right behind the resort where you can spot several wildlife
Guest review by
Igor
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$407.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
You can also enjoy the sea view and tropical rainforest scenery at the same time Having the basic facilities and comfortable experience of the resort We love the swimming pool and rainforest exploration activities here The employees are very friendly and solve problems quickly
Guest review by
Dongyue
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$407.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Compared to a lot of other similar resorts, I have to say that there is not much to like
Guest review by
Charles
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$407.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Nice to escape from the city just around 15 minutes by boat! Friendly receptionist and a lot of activities you can do in the resort!
Guest review by
Yi Ting
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$407.69
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 574 reviews
Wonderful staycation, food and rooms! Truly relaxing and bliss. Shoutout to the resort for doing a lot to preserve and refurbish the environment, corals and beaches around the island! The hotel staff were also super accomodating of us being vegetarians and made effort to add extra options to the buffet breakfast which was a very kind gesture!
Guest review by
Dhivya
Young couple