Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Resort in Sabah
Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Resort in Sabah
Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Resort in Sabah
Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Resort in Sabah
Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Resort in Sabah

About this resort

Located in Sabah, this charming resort for $90 per night is a fantastic choice for your next vacation. Set within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Park off the coast of Borneo, Gaya Island offers elegant villas with panoramic views of the South China Sea and the rainforest. It boasts 5 dining options, a private beach and an outdoor pool.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Gym / Fitness Center
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

4.2/5.0
Excellent(293 Reviews)
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5.0
Jan 2024
Pleasant place but rooms were up a steep hill so not suitable for all and lots of additional charges
Food was good - but expensive
- Rooms were located up a 5-10 min walk up a steep hill behind public areas - not suitable for all - no air con in public areas - slow service - long wait to check in - pretty much all activities come at an additional cost - Additional fees not disclosed on booking - service tax, mandatory service fee, monopoly boat service - add on another 20%
9.0
Jan 2024
Lyxig avkoppling och fantastisk mat. Vänlig och personlig service
Fina villor med gott om plats, lyxig känsla med en stil som passade väl in i den unika miljön på Gaya Island
Man ska vara observant på att det är mycket trappor och höjdskillnader så inget boende för de som har svårigheter att gå.
5.0
Jan 2024
Very disappointing experience . Beautiful nature and location of the hotel but this is not luxury small hotel . Overpric
The jungle and green surrounding was excellent and new experience for us . The spa was nice .
The property and the service does not deserve five star rate . The staff is slow and not trained properly and in line with the 5 star staff . The rooms were not ready at the check in time . Everything was overpriced . The boat fee should be included in the service .
9.0
Jul 2023
Lovely relaxing break - recommended
Great villas, super helpful staff, good food. Great spot for snorkelling and enjoyed the private beach.
Shame that the outdoor seating areas at the villas were not undercover as the cushions weee constantly wet. More sun loungers needed at pool area - get there early!!
7.0
Jul 2023
Great place to be for a few days.
Great location and very friendly staff. Wide selection of food at the breakfast buffet.
Not enough sun beds for the guests. Limited spots in the restaurants which makes it difficult to get one.
5.0
Jul 2023
Passable
The view and the unit itself were both lovely.
There were many extra fees, they charged me for two nights and I had to get my credit card company involved to fix it, and even with the eventual refund, the whole wound up costing me $550 for one night. Some things are a bit run down, and you have to be pretty able bodied to walk up and down to the villas.
10.0
Jun 2023
Exceptional
The service is good
But the price is very pricey, especially ever had to add 16% tax
9.0
Jun 2023
Paradise comes at a price
Location was great- loved the view from our top floor Kinabalu Villa. Our villa was huge and very comfortable. The staff were incredibly polite and well trained. Minor issues were addressed very quickly (for example the WiFi was reconnected before we had walked back to our villa). The breakfast, which was included in our room rate, was fantastic. The free visit to the hotel’s turtle rescue centre was excellent. A variety of other paid activities available.
The cost of our stay was a fair bit higher than we had expected. The hotel’s charging system is not very transparent and the following information should be given before booking. Everything (speed boat ride to and from the resort, room rate, food, drinks, chargeable activities) has 6% tax and 10% service added when you get your final bill. You also have to pay 10RM per room per night tourist tax and a conservation fee of 35RM per person for the first night plus 25RM per person for any subsequent nights. We paid this in cash otherwise I think they may have added taxes to these prices. The food prices were twice as high as the most expensive resort elsewhere on our two week trip. We had a lovely time whilst we were at the resort, but left feeling a bit disappointed over the bill.

FAQs

How much does this resort cost compared to others in Sabah?

The average price for a rental in Sabah is $39 per night. This rental is $51 above the average.

Is parking included with this resort?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this resort?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Enjoy the water!

Is Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this resort is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Gaya Island Resort - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, laundry, and balcony / patio.

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