Hotels in Gaya Island

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A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a bench, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.
A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.

1. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Gaya Island
$290
$325 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.
A room with a view of the sea, featuring a sofa, a table with a coconut and snacks, and a potted plant.
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.

2. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
$227
$247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Gayana Marine Resort
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.
A lakeside resort with multiple buildings, including a large hotel with balconies and a smaller structure with a thatched roof.
A beach with white lounge chairs, white umbrellas, and a clear view of the water and distant mountains.

3. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
$264
$435 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Gaya Island Resort
A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.
A family walking through a hotel lobby with a child holding a lantern.
A hotel room with a sofa, a dining table, a chair, a lamp, and a view of a lawn and palm trees through the glass door.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
$169
$201 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
A corridor with wooden doors and glass panels, leading to a room with a view of greenery.
A modern hotel room with two beds, a round table with a vase of flowers, and a seating area with a chair and a table.
A coffee shop with a sign that reads "FLOW COFFEE". Inside, there are tables and chairs arranged for customers.
A spacious gym with various exercise equipment, large windows, and a clean, modern design.

5. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$69
$77 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.
A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.

6. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$52
$69 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.
A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.

7. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$100
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$69
$76 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with two beds, a large wall-mounted TV displaying a scenic view, a desk with a chair, and a door leading to another room.
A reception area with a modern design, featuring a reception desk, decorative wooden panels, and a large window providing natural light.
A ceiling with vertical wooden beams and hanging green vines, illuminated by multiple light fixtures.
A cafe with a counter displaying food and drinks, a coffee machine, and a seating area with tables and chairs.

9. Hotel 17

Hotel 17
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$70
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel 17
An aerial view of a resort with a large infinity pool, beach access, and palm trees.
A beach with lounge chairs facing the ocean, palm trees, and distant islands.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of the ocean and mountains.

10. The Pacific Sutera Hotel

The Pacific Sutera Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$103
$114 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.

11. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$86
$96 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.
A spacious lobby with a central seating area, multiple bookshelves, and a grand piano.
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.
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.

12. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$86
$95 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hyatt Regency 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 person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.

13. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$105
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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 high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

14. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$91
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
A modern interior with a curved seating arrangement, large windows, and a unique ceiling design.
A modern interior with a bar area, a grid-like window design, and a sign reading "SAKURA".
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple seating areas, and a view of the kitchen.

15. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$110
$121 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A person relaxing in a bathtub with a sunset view, a bottle of champagne, and rose petals on the floor.
A golf course with a water body, trees, and a mountain in the background.
A beach scene with a table and chairs, a fire, and a sunset.
A resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.

16. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
$140
$153 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV screen displaying a hotel name.
A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, a red carpet, and a city view.
A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.

17. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$35
$37 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A spacious lobby with a grand piano, a curved sofa, and a reception desk.
The entrance to Jesselton Hotel with a classic facade, large glass doors, and a tiled ground floor.
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.

18. The Jesselton Hotel

The Jesselton Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$56
$63 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The Jesselton Hotel
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.
A modern hotel pool area with a clear view of the sea, lounge chairs, and a large building in the background.
A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, a small table, and a dining area with chairs.
In-room dining

19. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$35
$56 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a pool area.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.

20. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$147
$162 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
The Magellan Sutera Resort
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Top landmarks in Gaya Island

Tunku Abdul Rahman Park

8.6/10 (38 reviews)
Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from central Gaya Island, why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the marina and watch the sunset while you're here? Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Tanjung Aru Perdana Park and Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre, both nearby.
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The region around Gaya Island is home to attractions such as Tunku Abdul Rahman Park and Sapi Island.

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An aerial view of a coastal forested area with a clear waterway and a distant island.

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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 1 day ago
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful place nestled in a private feeling bay. Not a huge amount of options for gluten free, but over all a great place l."
Alister 7-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Grandis Hotel

Grandis Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was just as we expected"
Monika 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Grandis Hotel
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed for one week and the room was very comfortable. The breakfast included was worth the extra fee. 24/7 Gym and laundry services available. Infinity pool was relaxing and has a great view of sea. Citadines is a popular meet up spot. We went on two tours and they picked us up right outside our hotel. There is a restaurant, massage spa, burger king, cafe and lemon tea shop in the same building."
Jason 7-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"
Michaela 4-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"Very helpful staff good location"
MRS 4-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Very comfortable and spacious room. Excellent breakfast. Friendly and helpful staff."
Carolyn 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
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 1 month ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital

10/10 Excellent
"I LOVE TO STAY WITH THIS HOTEL. VERY CONVENIENCE. NEAR TO TAMU GAYA WHICH ME AND MY FAMILY LOVE TO GO THERE. SURROUNDING WITH NEAR SUPERMARKET AND MALL. . EVERY TIME TO KK, WE WILL STAY TO THIS HOTEL. 5 STAR TO STAY HERE"
CICYLIA 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Hotel Capital

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Gaya Island?
Guests like Gayana Marine Resort, Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa and Gaya Island Resort.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Gaya Island?
If you want the flexibility to change your plans to Gaya Island, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
What will the weather in Gaya Island be like during my vacation?
Gaya Island is a great place to visit any time of year with an average temperature of 80°F during the coldest months.
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