The 10 best beach hotels in Gaya Island, Malaysia

The best beach hotels in Gaya Island

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Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

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.

Elisa

From

Finland

I remember reading a review that said that they treat you like roalty, and that’s what it definitely felt like. It’s a beautiful oasis outside a short boat trip from Kota Kinabalu. The resort itself was very beatiful and the villas in the jungle. They gave you a buggy ride everytime to the main building and back if you wanted, but sometimes it was nice to walk too back to the villa. Every staff member was beyond friendly and ready to serve. Restaurants food was good and it was very convienient that you just ate at the restaurant and paid the bill in the end of the stay, snd the bill wasn’t as bad as I would have thought. They gave us these little gifts every day which was a really nice touch (bamboo starws, hand fans and sarongs). It was a pleasant surprise that we had wifi in the room, because I read that there would not be. I think it had some kind of data restriction though, because it stopped working after 2 days but we didn’t mind. We were travelling on off-season, so there weren’t many people there besides us. It was nice to have the whole beach almost only to us. I can’t recommend this place enough!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 168 reviews

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US$292.44

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.

John

From

Australia

Beautiful setting and so relaxing with great food I also enjoyed a lot of activities

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7

Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 556 reviews

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US$262.06

1 night, 2 adults

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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.

Philippe

From

Malta

Nothing to explain : need to be there and live it !

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5

Very good - What previous guests thought, 239 reviews

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US$283.92

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 centre, a restaurant and bar in Kota Kinabalu. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi.

gabby

From

United Kingdom

The view in both directions; the swimming pool (including the view), the gym is good, nice rooms, quiet at night

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 957 reviews

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US$105.06

1 night, 2 adults

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JESSELTON QUAY SEA VIEW

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Facing the seafront in Kota Kinabalu, JESSELTON QUAY SEA VIEW is a guest house, featuring a year-round outdoor pool and parking on-site.

Claire Frances

From

United Kingdom

The location is great. The view from the window is lovely. Great restaurants and shops downstairs and a laundrette.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0

Superb - What previous guests thought, 101 reviews

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US$50.03

1 night, 2 adults

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AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

AJ Residence - Above Peppermint Asia City is located in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, 2.8 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village, as well as 5.5 km from North Borneo...

Muhd Khoirunnazhiim

From

Brunei Darussalam

It looks sophisticated and classy

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 371 reviews

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US$41.46

1 night, 2 adults

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CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Set in Kota Kinabalu and within 400 metres of Filipino Market Sabah, CJ Residence - Opposite Public Bank Centre Point features a bar, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi.

Craig

From

Ireland

Lovely clean and comfortable room and brilliant communication throughout the stay. Staying there again when we are back in Kota Kinabalu and very happy that we are! Lots of nice touches such as the air con being put on prior to us arriving to make the room lovely and cool after a hot journey. Great stay 👍

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3

Superb - What previous guests thought, 572 reviews

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US$43.18

1 night, 2 adults

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AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Set in Kota Kinabalu, less than 1 km from Filipino Market Sabah, AC Residence - Behind Cititel Hotel offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar.

Maaike

From

Netherlands

AC Residence is just amazing! The location is perfect within walking distances of a lot of restaurants and bars. The room is very clean and has an AC that works really well, also the shower is a one of a kind! The staff of AC residence is incredibly helpful, they respond really quick and they help you with all sorts of issues (for example laundry, extending your stay or giving you tips on where to go and what to do!). Amazing, highly recommend!

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4

Superb - What previous guests thought, 453 reviews

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US$40.91

1 night, 2 adults

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JQ Premier Suites T1 L07 - KK TOWN

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Situated 4.3 km from Likas City Mosque, 4.7 km from Sabah State Museum & Heritage Village and 6.7 km from North Borneo Railway, JQ Premier Suites T1 L07 - KK TOWN features accommodation set in Kota...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7

Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

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US$45.27

1 night, 2 adults

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9人2房海景套房 Seaview 2bedroom 9 pax bay suite near kk town by Gc

Kota Kinabalu (Near Gaya Island)

Set in Kota Kinabalu, 4.7 km from Filipino Market Sabah and 2.5 km from Likas City Mosque, 9人2房海景套房 Seaview 2bedroom 9 pax bay suite near kk town by Gc offers a private beach area and air...

Nadhira amalina

From

Malaysia

The main room so spacious, comfortable n sea view so beautiful 😍

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1

Superb - What previous guests thought, 11 reviews

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US$49.32

1 night, 2 adults

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All beach hotels in Gaya Island

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There’s nothing quite like waking up to the sound of swirling waves and the smell of sea air through your bedroom window. Beachfront accommodation comes in a variety of forms, from well decked-out resorts to secluded homestays and villas. Beach hotel amenities can include air-conditioned rooms, private terraces overlooking the sea and outdoor pools with adjacent bars.

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