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Gaya Island Resort

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
Gaya Island Resort
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A base in Kota Kinabalu.

Tucked amidst protected mangroves, sheltered coral reefs and curled around the pristine sandy coast of Malohom Bay rests Gaya Island Resort. Set on an island within the protected Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, discover a sanctuary nestled in the hillside of an ancient rainforest with a stunning outline of Mount Kinabalu on the horizon. With its youthful vibe and sun-dappled moments, this beachfront resort blends harmoniously with the natural environment featuring a collection of hillside villas with views that range from mangrove forests and the surrounding canopy to the outline of Mount Kinabalu. Villa interiors are contemporary and elegant, eco-luxury yet respectful of Sabahan elements. Discoveries, authentic experiences and a sense of intimacy with the natural world all prevail across the land and seascape of this resort offering travellers and families an escape that is distinctively Borneo. The resort is committed to ecologically-sustainable practices to minimise its carbon footprint within the environment. Therefore, it is a walking resort with minimal motorised vehicles used for operational purposes.

  • Wi-fi · extra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Fitness
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant

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Villa two beds

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Villa with double bed

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Villa standard

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Villa king size bed

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Villa garden view

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Amenities & useful details

Facilities

  • Wi-fiExtra charge
  • 24-hour reception
  • Launderette
  • Laundry service
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Babysitting service
  • Clothes dryer
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Newspapers
  • Room service

Entertainment

  • Outdoor freshwater pool
  • Children playground
  • Entertainment programme for children
  • Parasols

Catering

  • Poolside snack bar
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Café
  • Highchairs
  • Non-smoking area

Sports

  • Fitness
  • Catamaran sailing
  • Diving

Meals

  • À la carte dinner
  • À la carte lunch
  • Breakfast buffet

Business

  • Conference room

Health

  • Hot tub

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Malohom Bay, Gaya Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, 88000
Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Gaya Island Resort · Malohom Bay, Gaya Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park

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