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Top 10 Hotels in Kampung Gaya

Gayana Marine Resort
Gayana Marine Resort
5 out of 5
Malohom Bay, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Gaya Island, Sabah
The price is RM906 per night
0.66 km from city centre
4.1/5Very Good! (394 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

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island Resort
5 out of 5
Malohom Bay, Pulau Gaya, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Gaya Island, Sabah
The price is RM860 per night
1.22 km from city centre
4.4/5Excellent! (422 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

Gaya Island Resort
Promenade Service Apartments
Promenade Service Apartments
2 out of 5
3-G-17, Lorong Api-Api 2, Api-Api Centre, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellation
The price is RM90 per night
4.07 km from city centre
3.1/5 (417 reviews)

"Nice room, so clean, they provide all needed facilities for me. Sortly, i'm satisfied with their service..."…"

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2020

Promenade Service Apartments
CJ Residence
CJ Residence
2.5 out of 5
#4, 2nd Floor, Block J, Sinsuran Shopping Complex, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM68 per night
3.95 km from city centre
5/5Exceptional! (2 reviews)

"Soooo comfortable , the host are very friendly ! ❤️ Highly recommend , the location issss perfect 👌🏻💯"…"

Reviewed on 20 May 2020

CJ Residence
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Datuk Salleh Sulong, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellation
The price is RM350 per night
3.57 km from city centre
4.1/5Very Good! (1,264 reviews)

"This hotel have beautiful ocean view,is close to shopping center and eateries...Staff are friendly and helpful..."…"

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2020

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
4.5 out of 5
Off Jalan Sepangar Bay, Locked Bag 100, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM491 per night
13.05 km from city centre
3.8/5Good! (748 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

Nexus Resort & Spa Karambunai
Shangri La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa
Shangri La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
No. 20, Jalan Aru, Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
The price is RM562 per night
6.27 km from city centre
4.4/5Excellent! (1,747 reviews)

"Great location for the beach and sunset, extremely friendly and helpful staff. Great amenities. Would definitely recommend."…"

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2020

Shangri La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa
Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort & Spa
Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort & Spa
5 out of 5
Pantai Dalit, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, Sabah
The price is RM608 per night
19.03 km from city centre
4.5/5Wonderful! (1,151 reviews)

"Beautiful, spacious and wonderful facilities, restaurants and food. I think this has now become my favourite ever hotel and we will return, hopefully soon. Fantastic hospitality, and my wife shed a tear when the staff sang to us as they bid us farewell."…"

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2020

Shangri-La's Rasa Ria Resort & Spa
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4 out of 5
41, Jalan Gaya, Pusat Bandar, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM196 per night
3.67 km from city centre
3.9/5Good! (556 reviews)

"It's located at the central region of the city and walking distance to most tourists places. Hotel is clean and the staffs are all kind and friendly"…"

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2020

Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5 out of 5
Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Asia City, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Free cancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM250 per night
4.47 km from city centre
4.5/5Wonderful! (695 reviews)

"All was good but would like to suggest to include basic amenities like shaver kit."…"

Reviewed on 5 Mar 2020

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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Visiting Kampong Gaya

Nature enthusiasts will enjoy exploring Kampong Gaya, and many visitors are sure to appreciate the beaches. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its spas. Top sights around the area include Likas Stadium, Sabah State Mosque and 1 Borneo Hypermall.

  • There are 2 hotels and other accommodation options in Kampong Gaya
  • The closest major airport is in Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from the city centre

Dressing for Kampong Gaya

  • Between January and March, you can expect average temperatures of 31°C during the day and 24°C at night
  • From April to June, the average during the day is 32°C, whilst the average at night is 24°C
  • July to September has daytime averages of 31°C with night-time averages of 24°C
  • Between October and December, you can expect daytime averages of 31°C and nighttime averages of 24°C
  • Kampong Gaya gets about 93 millimetres of rain per year
  • Usually May and April are the hottest months with an average of 31°C, whereas July and October are often coldest, averaging 24°C

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Kampung Gaya?
Gayana Marine Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. This 5-star resort offers a marina and a full-service spa. Gaya Island Resort is another good choice for your trip.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Kampung Gaya, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you’ll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that’s non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on “Search”, then use the “free cancellation” filter to view the top deals on offer in Kampung Gaya.
What's the best boutique hotel in Kampung Gaya?
Gayana Marine Resort is a favourite 5-star resort with Expedia travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 2 restaurants and a poolside bar. If you want to stay at a boutique hotel, also consider Gaya Island Resort.
What is the best spa hotel in Kampung Gaya?
Gaya Island Resort is a top beach spa hotel featuring a restaurant, an outdoor pool, a beach bar and a 24-hour fitness centre. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you’ll find Swedish massages, Thai massages and hot stone massages. Another popular spa hotel in Kampung Gaya is Gayana Marine Resort.
What is staying in Kampung Gaya like?
Nature enthusiasts will enjoy exploring Kampung Gaya, and many visitors will definitely appreciate the beaches. Tourists can also enjoy so much more including its spas. Top sights around the area include Imago Shopping Mall, 1Borneo Hypermall and Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. In Kampung Gaya, there are 2 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
What is there to see in Kampung Gaya?
Notable places to visit in the wider area include Imago Shopping Mall, 1Borneo Hypermall and Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. You’ll also find Suria Sabah Shopping Mall and Kota Kinabalu Central Market in the area.
What's the weather like in Kampung Gaya?
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. Average annual rainfall for Kampung Gaya is 2688 mm.

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    Oceania Hotel
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    Promenade Service Apartments
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    5/5
    Nice room, so clean, they provide all needed facilities for me. Sortly, i'm satisfied with their service...…
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    Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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