What can I expect from a resort holiday in Gaya Island?

You deserve to get away, and a resort is the perfect place to treat yourself to the services and amenities you need for a relaxing time in Gaya Island. One of the comfortable resort hotels in the surrounding area might be just what you're searching for, whether you want an amazing pool, blissful spa treatments or fun activities to try.

What's the best resort for my stay in Gaya Island?

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa - Luxury property rated 5 stars. Features 2 restaurants, a private beach and a full-service spa. Highly rated for its great beach location. Gayana Marine Resort - Luxury property rated 5 stars. Has 2 restaurants, a full-service spa and a marina. Guests love the dining options. Gaya Island Resort - Luxury resort rated 5 stars. Highly rated for its great beach location. Enjoy the spa, outdoor pool and restaurant.

What can I do in Gaya Island?

Travellers enjoy exploring the beaches, and have good things to say about the snorkelling and other water activities. Tunku Abdul Rahman Park and Sapi Island are a few of the interesting sights to visit. Additional attractions in the area include Kota Kinabalu Waterfront and KK Esplanade.

What's the seasonal weather like in Gaya Island?

The hottest months are usually April and May, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 27°C. The rainiest months in Gaya Island are October, June, September and November, with each month seeing an average of 323 mm of rainfall.

What's the best way to get to and around Gaya Island?

Fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.

Gaya Island Resorts

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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This Tanjung Aru resort is on the beach, 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Sabah State Mosque, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park and Imago Shopping Mall. ...

4.4/5 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

"Nice view. Amazing food. Friendly staff. Awesome."

Reviewed on 6 Apr 2021

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah

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Nestled on the beach, this Tuaran resort is within 3 mi (5 km) of Dalit Beach, Karambunai Peninsula and Tuaran Crocodile Farm. Upside Down House and Tamparuli ...

4.6/5 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Dip in our room’s outdoor private pool

"Overall is good but the hot water is not as hot as it is. So when we want to go for a dip in our room’s outdoor private pool, the water is not hot. We cannot dip at night in our private pool."

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2021

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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This Kota Kinabalu resort is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Karambunai Peninsula, and within 12 mi (20 km) of 1Borneo Hypermall and University of Malaysia ...

3.8/5 Good! (746 reviews)

"The room was not ready when we arrived at hotel, towels were not allocated in the room, room service took a long time every time."

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2020

Borneo Beach Villas

Pool Villa 161, Precinct Dillenia, Jalan Sepanggar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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This Kota Kinabalu resort is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Karambunai Peninsula, and within 12 mi (20 km) of 1Borneo Hypermall and University of Malaysia ...

4/5 Very Good! (309 reviews)

"Private pool.. Not 1 but 3! Suitable for family with kids.. We'll definitely coming back again!"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2021

The Magellan Sutera Resort

1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, this beachfront resort is connected to the convention centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Sutera Harbour, Sabah State Mosque ...

4.2/5 Excellent! (999 reviews)

"Cozy n my kid luv it so much..will come back again for more"

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2021

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Polish Bay, Gaya Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Gaya Island, Sabah

Nestled on the beach, this Gaya Island resort is on the boardwalk and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Oceanus Waterfront Mall. Sapi Island is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) away.

4.3/5 Excellent! (133 reviews)

A Beautiful Location

"We stayed here for 2 nights recently. The management had to make some adjustments as the current Covid regulations changed suddenly. I must say they coped very well and we were extremely well looked after. The resort is beautiful, with excellent grounds, and the general location is stunning. Can't ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2021

Gayana Marine Resort

Malohom Bay, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Gaya Island, Sabah

This family-friendly Gaya Island resort is located on the boardwalk, within a 15-minute walk of Sapi Island and Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. Wisma Merdeka and Signal ...

4.1/5 Very Good! (395 reviews)

"Diving was moderate. Overall rather expensive compared to Malaysian standards. Super service! Staff was extremely attentive. Monkeys were enjoying!"

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2020

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

1 Sutera Harbour Boulevard, Sutera Harbour, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Located in Downtown Kota Kinabalu, this beachfront resort is on the boardwalk and within 1 mi (2 km) of Sutera Harbour, Sabah State Mosque and Imago Shopping ...

4.1/5 Very Good! (999 reviews)

"Breakfast need to be improved....................."

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2020

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Gaya Island Resort

Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Gaya Island, Sabah

Situated on the beach, this resort is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Tunku Abdul Rahman Park.

4.4/5 Excellent! (423 reviews)

Beautiful Gaya Island Retreat

"My family and I stayed at GIR for 2 nights and had a great time. The rooms were enormous (complete with separate areas for walk in robes, bathtub, shower, toilet). Room amenities were excellent, with bug spray and ointment for insect bites. Our rooms had fantastic views across the sea to Mt Kinabalu, ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2020

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Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island

Manukan Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Manukan Island, Sabah

Nestled on the beach, this Manukan Island resort is on the boardwalk and 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from Oceanus Waterfront Mall. Pantai Pulau Mamutik is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) ...

4.3/5 Excellent! (67 reviews)

"We had a great stay, the accomodation was very nice and with stunning views!"

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2020

Kasih Sayang Health Resort

Kampung Sinagang, Bukit Kokol Menggatal, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

Situated in Kota Kinabalu, this resort is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Mari Mari Cultural Village and within 12 miles (20 km) of Kiansom Waterfall and Puh Toh Si Chinese ...

4.2/5 Very Good! (25 reviews)

"Staff are very friendly and view is spectacular."

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2020

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Manukan Island Resort Kota Kinabalu

Manukan Island, Manukan Island, Sabah

Situated in Manukan Island, this resort is steps away from Mamutik Island and Pantai Pulau Mamutik.

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Featured Resorts in Gaya Island

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai

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Borneo Beach Villas

The Magellan Sutera Resort

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gayana Marine Resort

The Pacific Sutera Hotel

Gaya Island Resort

Sutera Sanctuary Lodges at Manukan Island

Kasih Sayang Health Resort

Manukan Island Resort Kota Kinabalu

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Gayana Marine Resort

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