Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

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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 wooden suspension bridge surrounded by dense forest.

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

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pool
Spa
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$299 nightly

$325 total

Total with taxes and fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Explore the area

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
753 sq ft
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
1163 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
2 Large Twin Beds

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

Plunge Pool Villa

Sea view
936 sq ft
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
1905 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Similar properties

Pool
Hot tub
Spa
Kids pool

$227 nightly

Sep 22 - Sep 23

Total with taxes and fees

About the neighborhood

Gaya Island

When you stay at Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa in Gaya Island, you'll be on the boardwalk/promenade and 14 minutes by car from Pantai Pulau Mamutik. .This beach resort is 22.4 mi (36.1 km) from Dalit Beach.

View more Resorts in Gaya Island

Getting around

Putatan Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

Todak Waterfront Hawker Center
Gerai Fadzwina
KFC
Philipine Seafood Portview
Perahu Restaurant, Manukan Island

About this property

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

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.

A private beach and a marina are featured at the resort. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 48 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and bidets.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You can soak up the sun at the private beach or enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a sauna. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and wedding services.

Grab a bite at The Koi, one of the resort's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge.

Featured amenities include limo/town car service, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A ferry terminal shuttle is available for a surcharge.

A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.

The Koi - This beachfront restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.

Pantai Grill - This beachfront restaurant serves lunch only.

24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

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

Restaurants on site

Pantai Grill
The Koi
The Wine Cave

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

Family friendly

Babysitting (surcharge)
DVD player
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Free beach cabanas
Garden
In a state park
Marina
On a private beach
On the bay
On the boardwalk/promenade
Picnic area
Pool umbrellas
Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

6 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Hot tub
Manicures/pedicures
Outdoor treatment areas
Sauna

Accessibility

No elevator

49 buildings
Banquet hall
Built in 2009
Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels
DVD player

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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are available for MYR 350.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Additional fee: MYR 20 per person, per stay

We have included 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

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

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

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Verified review

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

Verified review

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

Verified review

4/10 Poor

Seymour

Sep 1, 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

This is not a five star resort!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

Verified review

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

Verified review

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.

Verified review

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

Verified review

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

Verified review

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

Verified review

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

Verified review

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

KEIKO

Apr 14, 2026

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness

今まで世界中のホテルに泊まりましたが、サービスは良くありませんでした。ホテルからの情報がいっさい来ないため、自ら島に行くための船の時間や金額を問い合わせしないといけません。工事をしていたため、船の乗り場も分かりづらく、暑い中でだいぶ迷いました。乗り場でホテルのチェックインを行いましたが、説明は無し。とりあえずサインを書かせられます。早くにホテルに着きましたが、ウェルカムドリンクを受け取っただけで、部屋に入れる時間や今後の話については全くされませんでした。自然の中にホテルがあるため、落ち葉や波打ち際にゴミなどが溜まってしまうことは理解出来ます。しかしながら、掃除をするという概念がありません。朝に一往復牛を連れて大きなゴミを集めるだけ。プールは風の流れで端に溜まった枝や葉を3-4時間に1度掬うだけ。プールの底に溜まった枝や葉、プールサイドの机や椅子に溜まる花や葉っぱはそのままです。スタッフはさまざまな場所に座っているだけでした。ご飯は島の2つのレストランで食べるのみ。朝食は全員無料。少しのバイキングと、メインを10種類から選ぶスタイルです。部屋は個々で独立しており、カートで基本移動します。小さなジムがあります。ガラス製のシャンプーが割れてしまい清掃を依頼しましたが、チェックアウト時に1万円支払いさせられました。わざとではなかったことを主張しましたが、HP上の一覧表を見せられ、部屋のテレビやグラスはもちろん、カヤック等破損させた時の金額が提示されていました。わざとではないにも関わらず、高額な金額を請求されるので、二度と行くことはないと思います。

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

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About this property

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

Excellent

8.6/10

9.0/10

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8.4/10

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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

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