Gayana Marine Resort

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Luxury
5.0 star property
8.4

Very good

Island sanctuary with marine views

Crystalline waters surround overwater villas, offering a secluded escape with direct sea access. Mornings begin with delicious breakfasts at the oceanfront restaurant before guided mangrove kayaking. The full-service spa provides wonderful treatments after relaxing by the peaceful pool.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NT$7,388
NT$8,059 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, and a sofa.

Breeze Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Ocean view
  • 1421 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

Ocean Villa

  • Sea view
  • 807 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a red chair. There is a view of greenery outside the window.

Rainforest Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 613 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious room with a large window overlooking a body of water and lush greenery. There is a white sofa with striped cushions and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Palm Villa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 1647 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Gaya Island, Gayana Marine Resort is near the airport and on the boardwalk/promenade. Sabah State Museum and Sabah Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Imago Shopping Mall and Jesselton Quay. Traveling with kids? Consider Downbelow Adventure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Likas Stadium. With sailing and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Gaya Island travel guide
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Malohom Bay, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu, Gaya Island, Sabah, 88300

Getting around

  • Tanjung Aru Station
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • Fatt Kee Seafood Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Suria Food Court
  • Nyonya House
    3 min drive
  • Seoul Garden Hotpot
    3 min drive

About this property

Gayana Marine Resort

  • Luxury boutique resort by the sea
  • Consider a stay at Gayana Marine Resort and take advantage of a marina, a poolside bar, and a free daily manager's reception. Adventurous travelers may like the rowing/canoeing, snorkeling, and ecotours at this resort. Indulge in aromatherapy, a body treatment, and a body scrub at Solace Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and Fusion cuisine. Enjoy onsite activities like scuba diving, hiking/biking, and kayaking. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe.
  • You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
    • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with pool umbrellas
    • Limo/town car service, babysitting (surcharge), and a banquet hall
    • A gift shop, meeting rooms, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Luggage storage, a porter/bellhop, and smoke-free premises
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 52 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Frette Italian sheets and down comforters
    • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
    • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels and DVD players
    • Furnished balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and refrigerators

Awards and affiliations

  • Sustainability Certifications
  • This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Travelife. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.
  • The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Gayana Marine Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Gayana Marine Resort?

As of 2026/10/23, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gayana Marine Resort on 2026/10/24 start from NT$7,388, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Gayana Marine Resort pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Gayana Marine Resort doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Gayana Marine Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Gayana Marine Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Does Gayana Marine Resort provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of MYR 150 per vehicle applies.

Where is Gayana Marine Resort located?

This family-friendly Gaya Island resort is located on the boardwalk/promenade, within 3 mi (5 km) of Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Downbelow Adventure Centre and All Saint's Cathedral. Sabah Indoor Climbing Centre and Museum of Islamic Civilisation are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Gayana Marine Resort Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 526 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 526 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 526 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 526 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 526 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic location and such helpful friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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The resort was incredible and the staff were amazing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Nice location, good facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staffs are helpful. Great people.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

awsome resort

The good facilities and natural environment can be felt in other good resorts, but the kindness from the heart of all the staff at this resort was really impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and relaxing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The most beautiful room I’ve ever stayed

Its nice/modern interior, beautiful ocean front. It was really amazing and I strongly recommend to choose ocean view room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Feels like we found paradise. This was just an amazing experience with the most professional staff and the best food. Worth every penny.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Near the nature
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Staff & service
Great getaway resort away from the hustle and bustle. Perfect for a couple nights stay as may run out of activities within the vicinity if staying longer. Staff were amazing and kind! Thank you to all!! Property condition is a bit outdated with expected wear and tear but kept clean enough for an enjoyable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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If you looking for some place is clean, clear water, private, safe environment and served by a group of nice/warm/polite staffs, this is it. I thought I would be coming to this island only once, but yes I will come for another time if there is a chance! Thanks Gayana Marine Resort! You guys made me and my wife trip a great one👍
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Gaya Island is a great destination for snorkelling/ diving, the water around the property is full of life even from your villa and the walkways there is plenty to see. Gayana resort is plastic free and no water motorsports are available- which I did much appreciate. Staff are very friendly and helpful throughout, the properties are clean and spacious. However the resort is in overall need of repair and refurbishment. The villas and common areas are outdated, repairs made over time are visible and mismatched. The restaurant menu is limited, you will struggle to pair starter, main and desert, find vegetarian or vegan options. I would not expect a pizza on a resort dinner menu ( even less a pizza that really does not meet any standards). The bar features a pool table ( literally the only thing to do in the evening) which has not been maintained and is not level, cocktail options are limited, the bar overall is not stocked and not always manned during opening hours. Prices for food and drinks are not far off European standards, quality is not. The hotel offers snorkelling gear and kayaks free of charge and staff at the recreation centre are always there to help, there is no gym ( which would be handy when it rains) and there is very limited offer of paid activities ( eg. diving instructions were not available during our stay, no options to explore the island,..) The property does also not have access to a beach!- there are fantastic looking beaches close but not accessible.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The resort staff services were perfect! From from desk to cleaners to security to waiters etc. were all very good. The facilities were a bit old. Inhouse Wifi connection was poor. Only 1 restaurant for you throughout your stay. But the food were delicious! There is no way to walk out of the resort area. Basically you are confined within the resort compound. The management & staff took very great efforts to preserve and enhance the environment and natural eco system. Well done to the team!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is small but beautiful. The pace is slow and relaxing. The staff are so friendly and cannot do enough for you. There are activities to do each day if you want a bit of action and the equipment is all available. The timing of the scheduled activities can be a bit hit and miss but they make them available if you want them. Poolside is very relaxing. The spa treatments are wonderful with Amy but make sure you try and book them in advance. Lovely breakfasts and menu in general. A great place to relax and chill out.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overpriced

Let's start with the good points: amazing staff (from waiters to manager), nice view and environment. great breakfast. Now the not so good point: except snorkelling, there is absolutely nothing to do. the facilities are quite limited and you can't explore the island (no beach, no walking way to the island), F&B prices are a way to expensive compare to the mainland, and most annoying, you have to pay the boat everytime you want to stay some time on the mainland (100MYR return per person!!!). with a family of 3 I let you imagine the cost. I think this place is perfect for a 2 night stays so you enjoy a full day on this remote place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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8/10 Good

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With 3 friends!

It was very restful holiday with friends. Room was clean and eco friendly. It was perfect size for 4 adults with 2 bathrooms. But really many ants everywhere.. restaurant is only one but having sufficient menus to pick. watch out monkeys and ants! Water activities were great hope to have more. I thought all water activities are free but mangrove tour wasn’t… still I enjoyed clean beach, kind services and spa(hope to have more sessions.. only limited time due to 2 massueses)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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This resort has fantastic staff. Their best asset! The manager ( having met him, not interested in guests) needs to make an effort at cleaning up all the debris in the water. It is an eco resort but there is no evidence that they are doing anything to clean the water. It is a Malaysian issue but the resort needs to make an effort. I would not snorkel in the sea of waste!Make an effort!…not even a garbage can or a staff member assigned to clean up!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ok

During my stay, I noticed a few areas that could use some improvement. The room's floor had an interesting, albeit disorienting, uneven quality, almost like an optical illusion museum. Unfortunately, there were some issues with the fridge and the hot water supply in the shower, and I also spotted a significant amount of trash on the shoreline. Inside the hotel, a friendly gecko became an unexpected companion, exploring the ceilings and walls during my three-day stay. While I appreciated the unique touch of nature, I did find the boat rides to Kota Kinabalu city center to be on the expensive side. On a positive note, the mangrove kayaking experience through the mangrove forest was delightful. The bedsheets and pillows were clean and comfortable, and the breakfast served was delicious. It's important to mention that the policy against bringing outside food was enforced. I want to recognize the hardworking staff, although it appeared that they might benefit from additional personnel to address the plastic bottles and vinyl trash accumulating on the hotel beach. Overall, with some improvements, this establishment has the potential to offer an even more enjoyable stay in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Trying to be Eco and Luxury but could Better

The best thing about this resort is the service. People are so friendly and bend over backward to ensure that your stay is pleasant. If it werent for that I would rate it maybe a little lower. They really model themselves to be an eco friendly luxury resort to the point of saying if we had plastic on us, that we needed to immediately abandon it at the lobby. And yet in the rooms, there are all those little packages of plastic wrapped toothbrushes, razors, one use disposable plastic items. I do like that they provide water in glass bottles. They also cannot control the amount of plastic floating in from the ocean everyday - we did see them out on the boat picking it up one day. Our fan never worked in the room even though they came and fixed it, it immediately short circuited again. We would not have had to run the AC so much if it worked. We loved the little Marine Center and what they were trying to accomplish. Lastly a luxury resort would have more convenient boat arrival times (maybe 2x in the morning and 2x in the afternoon synching up with the check in and check out times?). Wifi in the rooms would be nice - these days it seems it is an expectation - not a luxury. And sadly there is no fitness center.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the room which had a private pool. It had a very nice view. Staffs are very nice. Great food. We were the first customers enjoyed the special local produced three course meal. Fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stayed in a Palm Villa and it was amazing. Loved everything about it, especially the breakfast delivered by boat. We spent a lot of time on our deck and in and out of the water. All staff were friendly and genuine. Food at all meals was great. Snorkeling around the property to look for giant clams was a highlight.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Superb
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Great sea and snorkelling, with super easy access especially with OCEAN VILLA
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026