Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
6.019972, 116.035213Overview
5-star eco-luxury rainforest resort within Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
Conservation & Wildlife
Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World operates an on-site Marine Conservation Centre that uses recycled kitchen materials for coral reef restoration. Guests can plant coral themselves and snorkel the coral garden. The centre rehabilitates injured sea turtles, supported by the Sabah Wildlife Department, with one turtle nursed back to health over three years before release.
Accommodation & Facilities
Kinabalu Villas offer panoramic views of the South China Sea and Mount Kinabalu from a private balcony. Each villa has a walk-in wardrobe, large bathtub, and separate walk-in shower. The resort has a 40-metre swimming pool, a pool bar with views of Mount Kinabalu, and access to a private beach at Tavajun Bay.
Dining
The resort has 5 dining options, including Fisherman's Cove for fresh seafood and Omakase for a seven-course teppanyaki with a fire finale. The Feast Village serves daily buffet breakfast with Asian and International options and a different evening buffet menu each night. Tavajun Bay restaurant offers a set-menu lunch at the private beach, while the Pool Bar & Lounge serves drinks and snacks with a view of Mount Kinabalu.
Wellness & Activities
The Spa Village offers treatments like the 50-minute Malay Deluxe massage in a grand spa architecture beside the mangroves. Daily yoga classes and meditation sessions are held at 8am. The resort provides a fully equipped gym with beach and pool views, plus a 40-metre swimming pool for laps.
Activities & Exploration
Guests can join a guided jungle trek to Tavajun Bay, mangrove kayaking through the mangroves, or a nocturnal wonders walk to spot Sabah pit vipers and flying squirrels. Snorkelling at the house reef offers sightings of parrotfish and blacktip reef sharks. Diving trips, day cruises, and bird watching can be arranged at the 24-hour reception.
- Conservation: On-site Marine Centre rehabilitating sea turtles and restoring coral reefs using recycled materials
- Rooms: Kinabalu Villas with panoramic views of Mount Kinabalu and the South China Sea
- Dining: 5 dining options including Fisherman's Cove seafood and Omakase teppanyaki with a fire finale
- Wellness: Multilevel Spa Village with treatments inspired by local Bornean ingredients
- Activities: Guided jungle trek to Tavajun Bay, mangrove kayaking, and daily nature walks with resident naturalists
- Location: 15-minute speedboat ride from Jesselton Point within Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
- Wildlife: On-site wildlife rescue centre for injured sea turtles and access to diverse wildlife observation
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
47 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Shower
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Bathtub
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Room size:
47 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Shower
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Bathtub
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Room size:
47 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Shower
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Bathtub
Facilities
Main facilities
24-hour reception
Babysitting/Child services
Outdoor swimming pool
Cots
Beach access
Private beach
Sun loungers
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Diving
- Snorkelling
- Yoga class
- Fishing
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
Spa & Leisure
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Full body massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Gaya Island Resort, Kota Kinabalu - A Small Luxury Hotels Of The World
| 💵 Lowest room price | 165 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 700 m |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 7.2 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Kota Kinabalu International, BKI |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
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