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Gaya Island Resort
Boutique Beach Hotel
Our Rating
8.8
Gaya Island Resort, an exclusive five-star retreat as a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, graces Pulau Gaya within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park off Borneo's coast near Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, where elegant villas harmonize with golden sands, coral reefs, and lush rainforest under the distant gaze of Mount Kinabalu, embracing ecologically sustainable practices in a walking-only haven.
Wooden interiors warm each air-conditioned villa, unfolding to private balconies with outdoor seating that frame panoramic South China Sea or rainforest vistas, complemented by flat-screen televisions, minibars, and spacious bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and luxury amenities for a cocoon of contemporary serenity.
Feast Village launches days with a daily buffet breakfast blending Asian and international selections, from steaming congee to flaky croissants, while Fisherman's Cove draws evenings with fresh seafood catches grilled to smoky perfection amid coastal breezes. Omakase unfolds Japanese precision in sushi and sashimi platters, and the Pool Bar & Lounge tempts with chilled drinks and light snacks savoured on a sundeck overlooking Mount Kinabalu's silhouette. An outdoor pool meanders through the grounds, Spa Village's relaxing treatments and daily yoga classes restore inner calm, and the private beach invites gentle explorations of the marine park's underwater realms.
A swift 10-minute speedboat from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, with Kota Kinabalu International Airport 11 km from the terminal, Gaya Island Resort ensures seamless arrivals to its island cluster, ready for arranged day cruises, birdwatching, or snorkeling adventures.
Available Board
Full Board · Breakfast
Rooms & Suites
Canopy Villa
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom
- Balcony
- View
- Bathtub
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Sofa
- Iron
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Free Toiletries
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Satellite Channels
Beds: One full bed
Set among a tropical mangrove on a gently sloping hillside, these villas offer a beautiful outlook and are walking distance from the resort's pristine sandy beach, with a selection of rooms that are located closer to the resort's main facilities
Kinabalu Villa
- Free WiFi
- Air Conditioning
- Bathroom
- Balcony
- Landmark View
- Bathtub
- Flat-screen TV
- Minibar
- Bathrobe
- Safe
- Sofa
- Iron
- Fan
- Towels
- Ironing Facilities
- Free Toiletries
- Tea/Coffee Maker
- Slippers
- Hairdryer
- Linens
- Toilet
- Electric Kettle
- Telephone
- Shower
- Wardrobe Or Closet
- Satellite Channels
Beds: One full bed
Offering panoramic views of South China Sea, this villa is decorated with elegant wooden furnishings. It features a flat-screen TV and a balcony with outdoor seating. The private bathroom includes a bath and luxury amenities.
General Facilities
Activities
- Beach
- Water Sport Facilities On Site
- Snorkelling
- Diving
- Fishing
Wellness
- Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Yoga Classes
- Full Body Massage
- Couples Massage
- Spa Lounge/Relaxation Area
- Spa Facilities
- Sun Loungers Or Beach Chairs
- Massage
- Spa And Wellness Centre
- Fitness Centre
General
- Concierge Service
- Tour Desk
- 24-hour Front Desk
- Daily Housekeeping
- Ironing Service
- Dry Cleaning
- Laundry
- Fax/Photocopying
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
Hotel Reviews
Sleep Quality Location Rooms Service
Value Cleanliness
We finished our recent trip to Borneo here on Gaya Island, quite simply nothing is too much hassle, great staff, food, accommodation was very clean and comfortable, 808 so not too far from the pool...
A very nice eco-centred resort with very friendly, attentive and helpful staff. The forest walk and snorkelling excursions were particularly memorable with informative commentary and spotting by the...
The location is lovely and all you would hope. The grounds are well kept and there is no hint of rubbish.buildings all very well looked after. It’s just a 10 minute fast boat journey from Jesselton...
Me and my friend had a great experience and everything was very well organized! Thank you for the Trip and we will definitely come back. :-)
Average Weather
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