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16 Oct - 17 Oct
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17 Oct - 18 Oct
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16 Oct - 18 Oct
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23 Oct - 25 Oct

Our top choices for Gaya Island beach hotels

A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and lush greenery. There is a white sofa with striped cushions and a dining area with a table and chairs.
An open-plan lounge area with wooden flooring and seating, overlooking a body of water and greenery.
A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.

1. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
RM927
RM1,011 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Gayana Marine Resort
A beach with white lounge chairs, white umbrellas, and a clear view of the water and distant mountains.
A spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.
A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of the mountains, a ceiling fan, and a television.

2. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
  • Bask in pristine sandy shores, with exclusive beach bar service and oceanfront dining at this tranquil resort hideaway.
RM1,200
RM1,920 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Gaya Island Resort
A beach scene with a swing set, palm trees, and a sunset.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.
A hotel room with a large window, a round dining table with fruit, a television, and a view of the sea.
A balcony with wicker furniture, a table with a book and a cup, and a view of the sea and greenery.

3. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
  • Discover beach paradise with a private sandy shoreline, water sports galore, and ocean-view dining at this luxury resort.
RM742
RM886 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.

4. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
RM416
RM459 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a large window with a view of the sea, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs overlooking a body of water.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.

5. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
RM342
RM379 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
A modern living room with a sofa, a round glass coffee table, and a chair. Large windows with red curtains offer a view of a cityscape and mountains.
A modern hotel with a rooftop infinity pool and a hot tub.
A modern building with a sign that reads "Riverson Sembulan".
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass partition, a sofa, and a painting on the wall.

6. The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence

The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
RM173
RM197 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Klagan Riverson Hotel & Residence
A spacious lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a reception desk.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, a wardrobe, and a bathroom with a glass door.
A spacious lobby with a curved sofa, a chandelier, and a seating area with tables and chairs.
A grand lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a chandelier.

7. The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
RM272
RM272 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
The Jesselton Hotel
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.

8. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Bask in coastal serenity at this Art Deco gem, where ocean-view dining and pristine sands create the perfect beachfront haven.
RM370
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.
A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, a red carpet, and a city view.
A multi-story hotel with a rooftop bar, surrounded by a busy urban street at night.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV screen displaying a hotel name.

9. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
RM110
RM119 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.
A hotel room with two beds, a grey armchair, a small round table, and a wall with a palm leaf design.

10. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
  • Unwind with sandy shores and ocean waves at your doorstep, while enjoying the convenience of a modern city-center hotel.
RM197
RM262 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
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Top Gaya Island Hotel Reviews

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely fantastic property with incredible staff.Rooms were huge and very clean and well equipped.Lovely pools and beach,great range of activities and restaurants. Free shuttle bus into KK and easy to arrange excursions through the hotel."
Eleanor 9-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Gaya Island Resort

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."
Eric 5-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Gaya Island Resort
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

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."
Megan 7-night trip
Posted 13 days ago
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Gym was in a separate building which was a little bit of a pain and yoga sessions were further still which wasn’t great"
Jyoti 3-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
The Magellan Sutera Resort

Frequently asked questions

What is Gaya Island like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its snorkelling and island views, Gaya Island offers a lot for the traveller booking a beach holiday.
What's the best place to stay to stay near the beach in Gaya Island?
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa is a top resort located on the beach . Gaya Island Resort is another good option for your stay near the beach.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Gaya Island?
Plan your trip to the beach with a look at weather throughout the year in Gaya Island: 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 is there to see and do around Gaya Island?
After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Dalit Beach or Pantai Pulau Mamutik. Discover the area's snorkelling and island views, and make time for local attractions such as Tunku Abdul Rahman Park and Sapi Island. You can also pay a visit to Kota Kinabalu Central Market or KK Plaza for more to see and do.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Gaya Island?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Gaya Island more easily: To get to Gaya Island, you can fly into Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), the closest major airport, which is located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.