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.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs, wooden walkways, and a boat docked nearby.
An open-plan lounge area with wooden flooring and seating, overlooking a body of water and greenery.
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.

2. Gayana Marine Resort

Gayana Marine Resort
Gaya Island
$227
$248 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 spacious lounge area with a view of the sea, featuring comfortable seating, pendant lighting, and a wooden ceiling.

3. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort
Gaya Island
$265
$436 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
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.
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a view of the ocean at dusk.
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.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
Tanjung Aru
$182
$217 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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 modern interior with a spiral staircase, a round wooden table with a spherical lamp, and a potted plant.
A coffee shop with a sign that reads "FLOW COFFEE". Inside, there are tables and chairs arranged for customers.

5. The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels

The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$70
$78 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
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 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 modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa set, and a large window with a view of the sea.

6. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$84
$93 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
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 modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

7. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$48
$64 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
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 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.
A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.

8. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$69
$77 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with two beds, white bedding, and neatly folded towels on the beds.
A hotel room with two beds, each with neatly folded towels and a headboard.
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower, and a toilet.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a wall-mounted soap dispenser.

9. Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz

Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$34
$39 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Cottonhouz, KK Times Square by Ayuhouz
A bar area with a circular bar, seating, and large windows.
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.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a busy street.

10. Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$112
$124 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
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 terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

11. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$91
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A pool with a waterfall feature surrounded by palm trees and a clear blue sky.
An aerial view of a golf course with a large hotel, water bodies, and lush greenery.
A beachfront hotel with outdoor seating and palm trees.
An outdoor lounge area with seating and a view of the sea at sunset.

12. The Magellan Sutera Resort

The Magellan Sutera Resort
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$147
$162 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
The Magellan Sutera Resort
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

13. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$100
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
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 resort with a swimming pool, beach, and palm trees.
A beach scene with a table and chairs, a fire, and a sunset.

14. Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Tuaran
$135
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
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.
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.

15. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$98
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a road and greenery.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a unique sink, and a large window offering a city view.
A hallway with a wooden door, a mirror, and a chandelier.

16. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$59
$63 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a minibar.
A multi-story hotel with a colorful facade, featuring a mix of geometric patterns and a prominent logo at the top.
A hotel room with a white desk, a coffee maker, a water bottle, and a tray with cups and a bag of snacks.
A hotel reception area with marble walls, a reception desk, and a digital information board.

17. Hotel Capital

Hotel Capital
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$27
$34 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hotel Capital
A hotel reception area with a 'RECEPTION' sign above a counter decorated with greenery and a 'Dream' sign. A 'STORYTEL' sign is visible on the wall, and a 'STORY' sign is on the door.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a window with curtains, and a view of buildings outside.
A hotel with a sign reading "Royal City" and a building labeled "Star City Conference & Events Center."
A hallway with wooden doors, a green wall with plants, and books on a shelf.

18. Hotel O Storytel

Hotel O Storytel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$15
$19 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Hotel O Storytel
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 modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.
A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, a red carpet, and a city view.

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$27
$29 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.
In-room dining
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.

20. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
$35
$56 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
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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 town with a marina, green hills, and a clear sky.

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Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Catherine 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
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 11 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 12 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 2 weeks ago
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
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 3 weeks ago
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
HweiChuen 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
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
Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good
"Located in the Suria mall"
Kee 2-night trip
Posted 8 months ago
Hotel 7 Suria

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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