Gaya Island Resort
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Considered one of Borneo’s most luxurious hotels, Gaya Island is in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, just off the coast of Kota Kinabalu. Set on a hillside amongst ancient rainforest with views across to the stunning Mount Kinabalu, the resort is an idyllic sanctuary.
DESCRIPTION
The 120 villas at Gaya Island are set within the lush rainforest and mangroves that cover the island. Each of them designed to blend seamlessly with its natural surroundings, using the finest locally sourced materials.
Villa interiors are designed with a contemporary elegance and offer a variety of views including mangrove, canopy, tropical rainforest and the South China Sea.
Set on a fine sandy beach, the hotel offers the finest amenities including pool, bar and a variety of restaurants offering diverse cuisine from all over the Asia-Pacific region.
The adult only Fisherman’s Cove restaurant features a menu of freshly caught fish. For a taste of Japan, head to Omakase, where your choice of teppanyaki is prepared by the talented chef. Shabu-shabu or nabe dishes are also available on request. For dining of a more romantic nature, take lunch at the private Tavajun Bay which is reached by a five- minute boat ride.
The Spa Village provides an idyllic location amongst the mangroves and offers a wide range of spa programmes. Healing practices are famous in the area and the spa uses these as part of its therapeutic, unique treatments to focus on your health and wellbeing.
Location
Malohom Bay, Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, 88000 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia
Set within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park on the island of Pulau Gaya, one of 5 islands off the coast of Kota Kinabalu
Why choose The Gaya Island Resort?
Close to: The resort is accessible only by boat, but the proximity to the Gaya Island Marine Centre allows guests to experience all that Borneo has to offer.
Ideal for: The remote nature of the island gives it a real sense of romance, whilst allowing you to experience everything that Borneo is famous for.
Style: The resort is committed to ecologically-sustainable practices to minimise its carbon footprint within the environment. Therefore, it is a walking resort with only minimal use of motorised vehicles.
Key features: The resort’s close proximity to the nature reserve of Gaya Island and its spectacular wildlife spotting allows guests to step out of their luxurious surroundings and try to spot the rare proboscis monkey, along with the island’s many other inhabitants. For more romantic options, guests may also like to try the indulgent Signature Couple's Spa, embark on a private yacht charter or simply dine on a private beach under a blanket of stars.
