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Our top choices for Gaya Island hostels

A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a sink, and bar stools. There are shelves with kitchen items and a plant.

1. Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu

Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Unique,very beautiful, clean and tidy....nice "
Malaysia
Imran
The price is P1,149
P1,394 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.

2. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"New hotel located in the central of the city. Clean and good vibe. Staffs are very warm and friendly. Definitely will visit again! keep up the good work!"
Malaysia
Kim
The price is P3,410
P3,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
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Top Gaya Island Hotel Reviews

Gaya Island Resort

Gaya Island Resort

10/10 Excellent
"We had an amazing time at Gaya Island Resort. It is a luxury resort with great food and drinks, comfortable rooms, and incredible views/proximity to the ocean. Worth noting is that this is in a nature reserve, surrounded by jungle and ocean, and the resort embraces and supports this, which means coexisting with wildlife. You can walk out from the resort beach to their own protected reef and swim with dozens of species of beautiful fish (equipment is available for free). We didn’t see any snakes, though we watched for them constantly over 5 days and participated intently in multiple jungle walks. The activities were an absolute highlight - a deeper snorkeling excursion, walks, mangrove kayaking, and more available. I had booked it confident that the family members who prefer to lounge by the pool would be well-served, but they ended up coming on the excursions and having a great time. Definitely worth 4-5 days if you can swing it."
Eric 5-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Gaya Island Resort

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Gaya Island Hostels information

Number of reviews
6
Accommodation
18 Hostels
Lowest Price
P1,394
Highest Price
P3,837

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Gaya Island?
You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the area, which gets good reviews from our guests: Gayana Marine Resort - 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from the heart of Gaya Island. Located within a 20-minute walk of Imago Shopping Mall. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Gaya Island?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually May and June with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 80°F. The rainiest months in Gaya Island are January, November, December, and October, with each month seeing an average of 10 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Gaya Island?
In general, Gaya Island is known for its: snorkeling and beaches. Get out into nature with places like Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Sapi Island, and Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. Cultural attractions include Sabah State Museum and Mari Mari Cultural Village. Locals like to shop at Kota Kinabalu Central Market and KK Plaza.
What's the best way to get to and around Gaya Island while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Gaya Island in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Kota Kinabalu Intl. Airport (BKI), 6.7 mi (10.7 km) from the city center.