Gaya Island Resort
Overview
Gaya Island Resort is on Malohom Bay, on Gaya Island in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, a short speedboat ride from the resort's lounge at Jesselton Point in Kota Kinabalu. There are no cars: 120 timber villas sit on the forested hillside and along the mangroves, linked by walkways.
The Kinabalu Villas are set high on the hill, with a veranda for sunrise over the South China Sea and, on a clear day, Mount Kinabalu on the horizon. Inside, expect warm wood, a king-size bed and a large bathroom.
Days are as busy or as lazy as you like: the infinity pool by the bay, sea kayaking, snorkelling and PADI diving, guided rainforest walks and yoga. Spa Village Gaya Island sits among the mangroves. The resort runs a Marine Centre on nearby Tavajun Bay that cares for injured sea turtles and replants coral, and you can visit it. For dinner, choose between Feast Village, Fisherman's Cove, Chapman's Bar and the resort's other restaurants.
Highlights
- Inside the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
- Kinabalu Villas with sunrise sea views
- Infinity pool by Malohom Bay
- Snorkelling, kayaking and PADI diving
- Turtle and coral Marine Centre on Tavajun Bay
Facilities
Pools & wellness
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Gym
Food & drink
- Restaurant
- Bar
Activities & sport
- Water sports
- Diving
General
- Beachfront
More amenities
- Infinity pool
- Spa Village Gaya Island
- Feast Village, Fisherman's Cove and Uncle Lim's Kitchen
- Chapman's Bar
- PADI dive centre
- Sea kayaking and snorkelling
- Guided nature walks and yoga
- Gym
- Speedboat transfers from Jesselton Point
Location
Some helpful facts
The property
- Type: Resort
- 5 stars
- Style: Luxury, Romantic
Board options
- Bed & breakfast
FAQs about Gaya Island Resort
By speedboat from the resort's Gaya Lounge at Jesselton Point in Kota Kinabalu; the crossing is short. On our package your transfers are included according to the itinerary.
On our Malaysia with Borneo Multicentre Adventure you stay in a Kinabalu Villa on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunch and dinner are at the resort's restaurants.
Yes, the resort faces Malohom Bay, and the quieter Tavajun Bay, home of the Marine Centre, is a few minutes away by boat or about 45 minutes on foot through the forest.
