Gaya Island Resort
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A Quick Glance of the Hotel |
Within the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park off the coast of Kota Kinabalu in Borneo, Gaya Island Resort rests along the coast of Malohom Bay, a natural sanctuary nestled in the hillside of an ancient rainforest with a stunning outline of Mount Kinabalu on the horizon.
Ancient rainforest and protected mangroves surround the idyllic villas set in the hills. Spacious, tactile and modern yet respectful of local Sabahan elements, all its 120 villa and two bedroom suite uses local materials that blend harmoniously with the natural environment. Villa interiors are designed with a contemporary elegance and offer a variety of views including mangrove, canopy, tropical rainforest and the South China Sea.
Discoveries, authentic experiences and a sense of intimacy with the natural world all prevail across the land and seascape of this resort, with its youthful vibe and sun-dappled moments, offering travellers and families an escape that is distinctively Borneo.
Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa
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Located 10 minutes from Kota Kinabalu International Airport, just a 2 1/2-hour flight from Singapore, Hong Kong and Kuala Lumpur. Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort is a tranquil retreat offering 495 recently renovated rooms and suites, seven restaurants and bars, and a wealth of enjoyable recreational opportunities for families and leisure travellers. The resort is home to CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La, a luxurious private spa experience based on traditional Asian healing philosophies located on Pulau Bayu, the resort’s private island.
With a private beach, views of the sparkling coral islands, and legendary attentive service, Shangri-La’s Tanjung Aru Resort and Spa offers the serenity of a secluded tropical Kota Kinabalu luxury resort.
Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort
Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort is set on Pantai Dalit beach surrounded by 400 acres of lush tropical vegetation, including a unique nature reserve which is home to the fascinating Orang Utan, as well as a remarkable array of indigenous flora and fauna.
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Garden Wing
The Garden Wing offers 330 rooms and suites. All ground floor rooms have private lanais accessible through verdant gardens while all the upper floor rooms offer private balconies with views of the lush landscape and sea, and have a two-level layout with daybed, creating an en suite feel.
Malaysian culture resonates in each guest room with soft earth tones and intricately carved panels to make you feel at peace in the serene surroundings and luxurious ambience.
Ocean Wing
With 90 opulently furnished rooms – all facing a sunny wind-swept sea, the Ocean Wing provides an unending sense of pleasure that is felt from the moment guests arrive through an exclusive private gardens and courtyard.
Lush foliage and creative landscaping layout provide utmost privacy in a serene environment at the poolside.