Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Upscale beachfront resort with 2 restaurants

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A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and colorful sailboats.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, surrounded by lush greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a bench, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.

A wooden deck with a cushioned seating area, a view of the sea, and surrounding greenery.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pool
Spa
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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Polish Bay, Gaya Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Gaya Island, Sabah, 88300

Room options

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Villa, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Partial sea view
70 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Deluxe Villa, Multiple Beds

Partial sea view
108 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Large Twin Beds

A wooden villa with a pool, outdoor seating, and lush greenery.

Plunge Pool Villa

Sea view
87 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden blinds, a colorful rug, a chair, and a view of greenery outside.

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Exceptional

Partial sea view
177 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Gaya Island

On the beach.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Pantai Pulau Mamutik and 25 miles (40 km) of Dalit Beach.

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Getting around

Putatan Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

Todak Waterfront Hawker Center
Gerai Fadzwina
KFC
Philipine Seafood Portview
Al Fresco

About this property

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Upscale beachfront resort with 2 restaurants

Simply step outside to unwind on the resort's beach. Sit back and relax on the beach with complimentary cabanas, umbrellas, and sun loungers. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa like a marina and an outdoor pool.

A free manager's reception is offered daily. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. This luxury resort also offers a sauna, a fitness center, and a rooftop terrace. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Gaya Island resort.

48 guestrooms or units

49 buildings

2 dining venues

Built in 2009

Manager's reception (free)

Childcare (surcharge)

Terrace on the roof

Cabanas on the beach (free)

Beach lounge chairs

Towels for the beach

Umbrellas for the beach

Umbrellas for the pool

Coffee in lobby

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Staff is multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front-desk safe

Car service

Tour and ticket information

Wedding services available

Pool or billiards table

Garden

BBQ grill(s)

Outdoor picnic space

Newspapers in lobby (free)

Bellhop

Smoking in designated areas

Bar or lounge

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary bottled water. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Solace Spa has 6 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Massages are available on the beach and in the spa; other services include facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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A serene poolside area with lounge chairs and potted plants, overlooking a calm body of water and overwater bungalows.

Pool
Hot tub
Spa
Kids pool

CA $324 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Property amenities

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
DVD player
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

No onsite parking available
Airport shuttle on request
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Limo/town car service

Food and drink

2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
Coffee and tea in common areas
Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

Billiards/pool table
Ecotours
Fitness classes
Full-service spa
Gym
Helicopter/airplane tours
Hiking/biking trails
Kayaking
Motor boating
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool (guest access)
Parasailing
Personal motorized watercraft
Rowing/canoeing
Sauna
Scuba diving
Snorkeling
Water skiing

Accessibility

No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
DVD player

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

Bathrobes
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Towels provided

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
Minibar

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Desk
Desk chair
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Late check-in fee for check-in between 3:30 PM and midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must transfer via boat to the property; guests must contact the property at least 72 hours before travel, using the contact information on the confirmation received after booking

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

This property is accessible by boat. Boat transfers are available from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, Kota Kinabalu to the resort. The boat departs from Jesselton Point at 12:30 PM, 4:30 PM, and 10 PM (no charge); and from the resort at 11 AM (no charge) and 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 11 PM (MYR 50 per person). For other departures, guests will need to hire a private boat charter. Guests are advised to contact the resort at least 72 hours in advance of arrival to arrange boat transfers.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 350.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Additional fee: MYR 20 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

This property is located in Tunku Abdul Rahman Park. The additional mandatory fee covers a park conservation fee payable per entry.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Late check-in fee for check-in between 3:30 PM and midnight
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Rollaway bed fee: MYR 350.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bunga Island Raya Resort

Bunga Island Resort

Bunga Raya Island Resort Spa

Bunga Raya Island

Bunga Raya Island Resort

Bunga Raya Resort

Bunga Resort

Raya Island

Raya Island Resort

Bunga Raya Island Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Malaysia/Pulau Gaya

Bunga Raya Island Resort And Spa

Bunga Raya & Spa Gaya

Bunga Raya Island Resort Spa

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Resort

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Gaya Island

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Resort Gaya Island

Frequently asked questions

Does Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa.

How much does it cost to stay at Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa?

As of Oct 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa on Oct 15, 2026 start from CA $372, 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.

How close is Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa to the beach?

This resort is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa offer free breakfast?

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa?

Free parking is not available at this resort.

Does Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa have a pool?

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa features an outdoor pool.

Does Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like a beachfront location, ocean views, and al fresco dining.

Does Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Solace Spa, where you can enjoy aromatherapy, massages, and body scrubs.

How close is Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa to downtown Gaya Island?

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa is 0.9 mi away from Gaya Island.

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachel

Jul 8, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Hotel was beautifully appointed, it is a little tired in some areas but it battles with high temperatures and blistering sun so to be expected, you could see they were maintaining it well and continually improving it. Rooms were large and well appointed. Air con was effective if a little loud, might be worth investing in some newer machines but like I said they were effective together with the room ceiling fans. Restaurants were excellent, great offering and all staff were so polite and very helpful. Resort does suffer from sandflies, which they do well to manage but they are evident in that geographical area.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

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8/10 Good

Valerie

Jun 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our accommodation, the location and the staff were all wonderful.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Binhao

Dec 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

A wonderful resort for our honeymoon, and one we’d highly recommend particularly the plunge pool villa that overlooks and has private access to the beach. The jetty was a particular highlight — very well lit, and every night we would walk there looking at the marine life; it was like having our own private aquarium. Some caveats. Don’t expect parties, activities and shows — this is a great resort to unwind and recharge, particularly if you love nature (exactly what we needed for the tail end of a mammoth 3 weeks). The jungle hikes and snorkelling trips are definitely worth doing; the snorkelling around the resort is good but you do have to swim out for the best coral. We considered private boats to KK but didn’t feel the need when you can party with monkeys, monitors, hornbills and wild boar at your doorstep. There are only 2 restaurants on site which can feel a bit limiting, but the food is varied and excellent so we didn’t mind. The staff were warm and attentive throughout without ever being intrusive — a tough balance to strike. And the wine list from their amazing cellar is simply one of the best we’ve ever seen — serious depth in Australian wines alongside some genuine heavy hitters: First Growths, Grange, Sassicaia. Exceptional.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

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6/10 Okay

Sion

May 18, 2023

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Has a lot of potential, but needs re-investment to bring back up to 4/5 star standards. Rubbish is a serious issue on the beach & the resort / hotel area needs a deep clean. Staff are lovely.

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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Jun 13, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We had a wonderful time here. We stayed for 3 nights in a superior chalet. As it was a basic chalet it was actually the best chalet we have stayed in, spatious, 2 air con units which kept us lovely and cool. Big bathroom and rain shower. The bed was huge and really comfortable. They also provide free insect repellent in the rooms and by the pool which we didn't find anywhere else on our trip. Wifi in the room and TV. There are steps up to our chalet which we found okay but people with mobility issues could just get the complimentary electric buggy to and from the rooms. The staff here are magnificent, so kind and caring and very attentive. We didn't opt for the all inclusive option as we don't drink so it wouldn't have been beneficial for us. Food was great, especially the burger on the lunch menu and we loved the refresher drinks menu. Happy hour is 4pm-7pm. We snorkelled everyday and used the kayaks also. All watersports are free to use which is the reason we chose this resort over gaya island resort and we thought the beach was nicer also. We saw some great fish around the Jetty, sting rays and a black tip shark. No jellyfish were seen which was great. We didn't use the gym but we went in to get the pickleball equipment and it was good, all the equipment you'd need, shower etc... We played pickleball in the rain and it was fabulous. Overall the staff here make the experience one of a kind. We would happily return and already miss being there!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026

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10/10 Excellent

Anastasia

Mar 29, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The whole resort was simply dreamy. The 2 km-long beach is the most beautiful we’ve seen in Borneo so far, with crystal-clear water and an abundance of marine life — including baby reef sharks and even a turtle. It’s the perfect place to unwind after trekking through Borneo’s jungle. Both restaurants on the property are excellent, offering a wide variety of seafood. The sambal seabass is especially worth recommending. The staff were consistently warm and helpful, always ready to assist with any questions we had. We also appreciated the thoughtful touches, such as complimentary water bottles and a lovely batik sarong. The villa itself was very spacious, with a large and extremely comfortable bed. Although we didn’t have a direct sea view, we could still hear the soothing sound of the ocean. Our only point of concern relates to the water buffaloes. We understand that they help with beach cleaning, and we did see them walking along the shore, even with a young calf. However, we also noticed that they were kept overnight on the far left side of the beach, tethered by a rope attached to their noses, which was quite distressing to witness. Aside from this, everything about our stay was truly exceptional.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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2/10 Terrible

Ze

Jun 28, 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Provided number can not reach hotel which waste lots of time

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Aug 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property is beautiful surrounded by a lush forest which brings around wildlife (including some monkeys that can be a bit invasive). The tram at Bunga Raya was really a pleasure, with smiles and warm hospitality. We do have to warn of the sand flies, which left my husband with over 60 bites on his back even after applying repellent (I on the other hand was never bothered much, as with other guests it was a hit or miss). Dinners were all to be served when we first arrived, but by the third day speed of service increased greatly. We enjoyed the snorkeling day trip offered with a supplemental charge- it was probably one of the highlights from our stay at the resort. The spa is truly a hidden gem, my husband and I went twice because we enjoyed our services so much - with a special shoutout to Tina and her colleagues for such warmth and hospitality! I would definitely recommend Bunga Raya for its location, the laid back atmosphere, the beautiful grounds, great food and its kind staff. Just beware of the sand flies if you’re a beach person (and if insects or mosquitos tend to bite you) !

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Jan 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

An amazing stay at a lovely resort in the rainforest, yet not too far away from KK. The staff are terrific and go out of their way to make you feel welcome at the resort. Thankfully we arrived the week after bad weather, so there was cleanup/fixing in progress, which is understandable. After seeing some of the other report options near KK, we definitely were lucky to get seclusion/privacy and nature in abundance. To mention some memorable staff (and other were also friendly/helpful but I can not recall their names, sorry!): Ellyrika, Cera, Eduardo, and Isaac (jungle guide with excellent English). Laurant, the French resort manager, does an amazing job at welcoming you, checking in regularly to make sure there is nothing you need and leaving personal notes/gifts to make the stay memorable. A big thank you to all at Bungaraya.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

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6/10 Okay

Alina

Aug 24, 2022

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

The location on the island is amazing so our expectations were very high. But we were quite disappointed. The beach is filled with plastic, old car batteries (around 50placed on the beach) and other trash. And the hotel also throws their trash on the beach and in the water. There is a stretch of around 30meters which the hotel uses as a garbage landfill. They claimed to be environment friendly but they weren’t at all. We also asked about it and didn’t really get a satisfying response.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

TAN

May 20, 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

No word could be described for such a terrifying ways of handling for no- show customers that faced emergency issues. Most probably I’m not dealing with human being that was the only ways I could say. “NO CRITICAL THINKING “

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Ferenc Bence

Jun 30, 2023

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

If there is one thing to highlight about Bunga Raya, that's the staff: they were all really well trained, helpful and friendly - from this perspective, one of the best experiences we ever had. The ladies at the massage were also really good. We liked breakfast a lot: great variety and quantity, I would especially recommend Tuaran mee. The house reef has probably seen better days (condition of the corals), but you can see a lot of small fish, clownfish, rays and if you are lucky, even a green turtle. We were also told that leatherbacks frequent the area if you visit at the right time. There were two things that we did not like: the cocktails have really little alcohol and the beach is quite dirty (PET bottles and other bigger pieces too). While it's understandable that the property cannot control what's in the water, they could send staff around daily to collect the thrash. We hoped they would do this, but we saw the exact same pieces for several days. At this price / quality level (and with so many people employed there), we could not understand why they would not do this.

Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jaan

Apr 19, 2025

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities

Very disappointing and absolutely not worth the money. Having paid USD $250 a night, I expect the following: 1. A clean beach that is not full of garbage. Watching the disinterested man with the water buffalo walking across the beach and picking up a few big chunks of plastic and ignoring all other types of garbage was just sad. 2. WiFi in rooms, can’t believe this needs to be said in 2025. It is very obvious that the hotel managements wants the guests to spend time in their “public areas” spending money on overpriced and food and drinks. I am already paying a lot of mo eh for my room, this is not acceptable. 3. Much better food. Both breakfast and dinner was very poor and people running both did not seem to care at all. 4. Service that matches the money charged. At pretty much every point (check-in, breakfast, dinner, check-out) there were 1-2 people serving several groups of people. Whilst very friendly, they were very unorganised and slow. I was “accidentally” overcharged at all times when money needed to be paid, and had to point out the mistake before my bills were amended. The grounds are beautiful so the place definitely has good potential, it is a shame that none of was realised.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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About the area

Gaya Island

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

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Property amenities

Family friendly

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Things to do

Accessibility

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Entertainment

Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

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Pets

Children and extra beds

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Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

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Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

8.6/10

9.0/10

8.8/10

8.4/10

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rachel

Rachel

8/10 Good

Valerie

Valerie

10/10 Excellent

Binhao

fantastic stay in the island

Binhao

10/10 Excellent

Per Jorgen

Per Jorgen

10/10 Excellent

GONZALEZ CONCEPCION

GONZALEZ CONCEPCION

10/10 Excellent

KATO

KATO

10/10 Excellent

Kwong Hung