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A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

1. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

"We had an amazing time at Gaya Island Resort. It is a luxury resort with great food and drinks, comfortable rooms, and incredible views/proximity to the ocean. Worth noting is that this is in a nature reserve, surrounded by jungle and ocean, and the resort embraces and supports this, which means coexisting with wildlife. You can walk out from the resort beach to their own protected reef and swim with dozens of species of beautiful fish (equipment is available for free). We didn’t see any snakes,...

Eric

RM1,920 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.

2. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gaya Island

Nikko

RM1,328 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

3. Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island

Matthew

RM1,011 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Gayana Marine Resort

8/10 Good

"Excellent stay. Rooms were lovely and food very good"

Gaya Island Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing time at Gaya Island Resort. It is a luxury resort with great food and drinks, comfortable rooms, and incredible views/proximity to the ocean. Worth noting is that this is in a nature reserve, surrounded by jungle and ocean, and the resort embraces and supports this, which means coexisting with wildlife. You can walk out from the resort beach to their own protected reef and swim with dozens of species of beautiful fish (equipment is available for free). We didn’t see any snakes, though we watched for them constantly over 5 days and participated intently in multiple jungle walks. The activities were an absolute highlight - a deeper snorkeling excursion, walks, mangrove kayaking, and more available. I had booked it confident that the family members who prefer to lounge by the pool would be well-served, but they ended up coming on the excursions and having a great time. Definitely worth 4-5 days if you can swing it."

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."

Frequently asked questions

What's the best boutique hotel in Gaya Island?

Gayana Marine Resort is a favourite resort with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 52 guestrooms, 2 restaurants and a full-service spa. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa and Gaya Island Resort are other choices for a boutique stay.

What's there to see and do in Gaya Island?

The beaches, island views and snorkelling are just some of the things to enjoy while you're in the area. Activities and attractions to experience around Gaya Island include Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Sapi Island and Kota Kinabalu Central Market. For even more to see and do, make a stop at KK Plaza, Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Sutera Harbour.

What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Gaya Island?

Understanding the weather in Gaya Island will help you enjoy your stay to the fullest. The hottest months are usually May and June, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Gaya Island are January, November, December and October, with each month seeing an average of 251 mm of rainfall.

What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Gaya Island?

You have a few options for getting to Gaya Island. The closest major airport is Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), 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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Our top choices for Gaya Island boutique hotels

1. Gaya Island Resort

2. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

3. Gayana Marine Resort

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Gaya Island Resort

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Best Boutique Hotels in Gaya Island

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Check availability on Gaya Island Boutique Hotels

Our top choices for Gaya Island boutique hotels

1. Gaya Island Resort

2. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

3. Gayana Marine Resort

Top Gaya Island Hotel Reviews

Gayana Marine Resort

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