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A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.

1. Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island

Matthew

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.

2. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gaya Island

Nikko

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A clear pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a building with a thatched roof.

3. Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

"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,...

Eric

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

A balcony with wicker furniture, a view of the ocean, and palm trees.

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Tanjung Aru

Linda JUNE

includes taxes & fees

26 Nov - 27 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.

5. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Matthew

includes taxes & fees

28 Nov - 29 Nov

A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.

6. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Thomas

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

7. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Catherine

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A balcony with a view of a calm sea and distant mountains.

8. La.mer Butik Hotel

Kota Kinabalu

Mark

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and palm trees, surrounded by wooden structures.

9. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

Kip

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with built-in lighting, a desk with a chair, and a door.

10. 1 City Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

olivier

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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Top Gaya Island Hotel Reviews

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

This was our 2nd stay and it didn’t disappoint. Both times we have stayed 1 night as a stop over between flights. The service is excellent, friendly, helpful and welcoming. You get the feeling nothing would be too much trouble. We were also given a surprise upgrade this trip, which was very welcome for our family of 3. The room so cosy and lux. The bed is super soft and comfortable which is just what you need after a long day of travelling, and the bathroom is generous and modern with a large...

Anonymous traveller

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Kunthea

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

AC residence isn't what you expect from your normal hotel stay. There is no hotel lobby, there is no reception as it's located on the third floor of shophouses. However don't let it fool you! We arrived after midnight due to flight delays, yet when we messaged the property, we were immediately welcomed at the door. Once inside, we were shown to our room which was pleasantly quite spacious! It was simple but yet so cosy. The room was also really clean and tidy. Getting around was quite easy as...

Sean

Two individuals riding horses on a beach with ocean and hills in the background.

Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu

Tuaran

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Matt

A calm water body with a paved walkway alongside.

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island

10/10 Excellent

Spectacular island resort. Room / villa was amazing with the most wonderful shampoo / conditioner etc. Only two slight negatives - when i arrived my room was not ready and for 2 hours i sat in the heat without access to my luggage to get my swimmers for a refreshing dip in the pool. And the other was the food - after having been in KK experiencing the street food and my other hotel's food, the resort food was a little ordinary, particularly given the cost of in-resort food. it was bountiful but...

Anonymous traveller

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveller

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Gaya Island

10/10 Excellent

Stayed at Bunga Raya for 2 nights with a friend. We had a deluxe villa which was much larger than expected. We had requested twin beds on booking and unfortunately arrived to 1 large bed, however this was quickly taken care of when discussed with hotel staff. The resort is built into the mountains in a very unobtrusive way and is much larger than it looks. There's a lovely pool but it is situated on a beautiful beach which was pristine during our visit. We snorkelled in the coral reef just off...

Jessica

Gayana Marine Resort

Gaya Island

10/10 Excellent

Steph

Frequently Asked Questions

Searching for romantic hotels in Gaya Island?

If you and your partner need a romantic holiday, we'd like to help you plan for it. Our guests also enjoy Gaya Island for its island views, beaches and snorkelling. If you want to see some of the sights in Gaya Island, you might consider checking out Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. If you'd like to stay close to a certain attraction, you can sort by neighbourhood and proximity to top sights, so you and your partner will get to see everything on your list.

When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Gaya Island?

If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, take a look at these details about year-round temperatures 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 do in Gaya Island?

There's nothing better than wandering around a new place with your sweetheart, so consider checking out all there is to see and do in Gaya Island. Couples looking for a little of everything will enjoy Gaya Island for its island views, beaches and snorkelling. Tunku Abdul Rahman Park is one of the local sights that might be worth a stop.

What’s the best way to get to Gaya Island and around town during my romantic getaway?

These transportation options in Gaya Island might help your romantic trip go off without a hitch: If you're looking to fly to Gaya Island, the closest major airport is in Kota Kinabalu (BKI-Kota Kinabalu Intl.), located 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

Romantic Hotels & Resorts in Gaya Island from NZ$45

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Recommended hotels in Gaya Island

1. Gayana Marine Resort

2. Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

3. Gaya Island Resort

4. Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

6. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

7. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

8. La.mer Butik Hotel

9. Hyatt Regency Kinabalu

10. 1 City Hotel

Top Gaya Island Hotel Reviews

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

10/10 Excellent

Frequently Asked Questions

Searching for romantic hotels in Gaya Island?

When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Gaya Island?

What is there to do in Gaya Island?

What’s the best way to get to Gaya Island and around town during my romantic getaway?