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Bungaraya Island Resort

Gaya Island, Kota Kinabalu

The Fun Awaits

Perfect for nature loversOnly 2.3 km to Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park and 2.4 km to Sapi Island

Dining service availableNo need to go out for meals! This accommodation provides a restaurant.

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4.3/5

GoodFrom 78 reviews

5.0/520 Apr 2026

Hai Leong • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/51 Apr 2026

Sofie Amalie

Det sødeste personale, de var meget service minded og gjorde alt for vi havde en god oplevelse!

5.0/529 Mar 2026

Anastasia • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/519 Feb 2026

Angelika • Couple Trip

Alles im Bunga Raya Resort ist toll. Das Zimmer war 1A, das Personal immer super nett, das Essen sehr gut und die Weinkarte top.

5.0/513 Aug 2025

Kimberly • Couple Trip

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) !

5.0/523 Jan 2025

Kwong Hung • Couple Trip

The walk in rain forest was excellent

5.0/511 Jan 2025

David

Very peaceful

5.0/55 Oct 2024

sharon

BEAUTIFUL ESCAPE.

5.0/513 Sep 2024

rachel • Couple Trip

Monkeys Snorkeling Games Relaxing Hornbills everywhere Jungle

5.0/513 Sep 2024

rachel • Couple Trip

Snorkeling, SUP, relaxing, pool and ping pong for jungle rain, monkeys!!!

5.0/515 Jul 2024

Carla • Solo Trip

Beautiful property with private beach (awesome gym views!), delicious meals and, most importantly, excellent service from the staff. So many sand flies and I came home with a million bites, but I believe it was worth it. Would highly recommend :)

5.0/520 Jun 2024

Sarah

Amazing resort in an amazing location. Bit pricey but you can see why. Fantastic end to our 3 week trip in Borneo

5.0/514 May 2024

KATO • Trip with Friends

My stay at this hotel was rejuvenating. The soothing sound of the sea, the breathtaking natural surroundings, and the courteous staff all contributed to a delightful experience.

5.0/522 Dec 2023

Binhao • Family Trip

it is a wonderful trip, we have a very good time during the stay, the sea is beautiful, the room is nice, all staff are so friendly and nice.

5.0/514 Sep 2023

Ha Sook • Couple Trip

평화롭고 아름다운 해변과 깨끗한 물, 애머랄드빛 바다

5.0/524 Aug 2023

Michela

Wonderful

5.0/58 Aug 2023

Elisa • Couple Trip

Ha sido una de los mejores alojamientos en los que he estado. El personal es muy atento, tienes todo tipo de comodidades, el sitio es precioso y tienes la posibilidad de hacer muchas actividades. Totalmente recomendable!

5.0/530 Jun 2023

Ferenc Bence • Couple Trip

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.

5.0/531 Jan 2023

Wendy • Family Trip

We had an amazing time! The staff were incredible, always happy to help and very friendly!

5.0/53 Jan 2023

Diane • Family Trip

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.

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Polish Bay, Gaya Island, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Kota Kinabalu

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Accommodation Rules

Announcement

On the day of your arrival, please ensure to at Gayana & Bungaraya Lounge at Jesselton Point at least 30 minutes prior to the Ferry departure to allow time for the final registration step. Please remember that the Ferry departs on time and will not wait for guests who are late or have not complied with the pre-arrival requirements.

FERRY SCHEDULES:

Boats depart from Cape Shesheton at the following times: 12:30, 16:30, and 22:00 (free of charge)
Boats depart from the resort at the following times: 11:00 (free of charge), 15:30, 17:30, and 23:00 (MYR50 per person)
• Check-In – 12:30 hours
• Check-Out – 11:00 hours
Any other time, private boat charter rates shall apply.

Check-in Procedure

Check-in13:00-23:59

Check-out11:00

NOTE: From September 1st, 2017, as per Government of Malaysia requirements, hotel guests who are not Malaysian citizens or long-term/permanent residents of Malaysia will be levied a tourism tax of RM 10.00 per room per night stay. Please note these changes in tax structure will result in revised taxes being charged and will be payable additionally during check in.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Children

Guests of all ages are welcome to stay.

Children ages 5 years old and above will be considered as adults.

Please make sure that the children’s age is consistent with the information listed on your booking details. Otherwise, you may have to pay additional fees upon check-in.

Deposit

Guests need to pay a deposit at check-in.

Age

Guests of all ages are welcome to stay.

Breakfast

Breakfast is available from 07:00 - 10:00 local time.

Pets

No pets allowed.

Smoking

No smoking room.

Alcohol

Alcohol drinks allowed.

About Bungaraya Island Resort

Located off the coast of Borneo on Gaya Island, Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa features spacious villas with a private balcony. The resort boasts an outdoor pool and 3 dining options. Free WiFi is accessible from the villas.

Decorated in wooden furnishings, every villa overlooks the jungle or the South China Sea views. It is fitted with air conditioning and a 42-inch flat-screen TV. Some villas have a private plunge pool. For your comfort, the private bathroom includes luxury amenities and a shower.

The Longhouse opens for daily buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner. Pantai Restaurant & Bar offers fresh grilled seafood while The Koi Wine Cave houses a wide selection of cigars and wines.

Guests can have pampering treatments at the spa or exercise at the gym. Alternatively, a wide range of outdoor activities such as kayaking, snorkelling and jungle trekking are offered. Friendly staff at 24-hour reception can assist you with luggage storage and laundry services.

Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa is a 25-minute boat from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal. The nearest airport is Kota Kinabalu International Airport, a 11 km drive away from the ferry terminal.

Room Type and Price

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 - Fri, 14 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children