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Things to Do in Gaya Island in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated June 2025) | Trip.com
About Gaya Island
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Things to do in Gaya Island
What to Do
Looking for things to do in Gaya Island? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Tanjung Aru Beach
7.0
4.8
/5
2,222 Reviews
"Diving"
"Beaches and shores"
Masjid Bandaraya Kota Kinabalu
6.5
4.5
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1,696 Reviews
"Night view"
Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
6.2
4.6
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393 Reviews
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Manukan Island
6.2
4.7
/5
262 Reviews
"Diving"
Gaya Street
6.0
4.5
/5
556 Reviews
Sapi Island
6.0
4.7
/5
320 Reviews
"Diving"
"Natural scenery"
Mamutik Island
5.6
4.6
/5
153 Reviews
"Diving"
"Camping and campsites"
Filipino Market
5.2
4.5
/5
46 Reviews
University Malaysia Sabah Mosque
5.5
4.4
/5
5 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu City Centre 0 km
5.2
4.7
/5
61 Reviews
What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Gaya Island dishes and foodie spots.
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Alu-Alu Seafood
6 Reviews
Avg. OMR4/person
"Seafood"
"View"
Seng Hing Coffee Shop
4.7
/5
22 Reviews
Avg. OMR1/person
"Southeast Asian"
Sunset Bar
4.4
/5
64 Reviews
Avg. OMR12/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Ferdinand's
4.4
/5
14 Reviews
Avg. OMR16/person
"Western-style"
"View"
Sky Blu Bar
16 Reviews
Avg. OMR8/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Yee Fung Laksa
4.6
/5
588 Reviews
Avg. OMR1/person
"Cantonese Cuisine"
FIVE SAILS
4.0
/5
21 Reviews
Avg. OMR9/person
"Buffets"
"Sea view"
Nagisa Japanese Restaurant
4.3
/5
10 Reviews
Avg. OMR6/person
"Japanese"
Little Italy @ Capital
4.8
/5
86 Reviews
Avg. OMR5/person
"Western-style"
"Afternoon Tea"
Sin Kee Bah Kut Teh Restaurant
4.5
/5
335 Reviews
Avg. OMR2/person
"Southeast Asian"
BREEZE BEACH CLUB
4.0
/5
11 Reviews
Avg. OMR6/person
"Bars/Bistros"
"View"
Yu Kee Bak Kut Teh
4.6
/5
499 Reviews
Avg. OMR2/person
"Asian Cuisine"
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
9.1
/5
1,218 Reviews
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
9.0
/5
1,435 Reviews
Grandis Hotel Kota Kinabalu
8.9
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504 Reviews
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8.8
/5
1,290 Reviews
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
9.4
/5
1,277 Reviews
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
9.1
/5
745 Reviews
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
9.1
/5
1,866 Reviews
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
8.9
/5
656 Reviews
Borneo Eagle Resort
8.3
/5
10 Reviews
Dolphin Bay Island Resort
9.2
/5
22 Reviews
Miri Marriott Resort & Spa
8.8
/5
189 Reviews
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Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
9.1
/5
1,218 Reviews
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
9.0
/5
1,435 Reviews
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
8.8
/5
1,290 Reviews
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
9.4
/5
1,277 Reviews
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
9.1
/5
745 Reviews
Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa
9.3
/5
76 Reviews
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Sutera Sanctuary Lodges At Manukan Island
8.8
/5
144 Reviews
Grandis Hotel Kota Kinabalu
8.9
/5
504 Reviews
The Luma Hotel, a Member of Design Hotels
9.2
/5
652 Reviews
Palm Beach Resort & Spa
8.7
/5
42 Reviews
Tiara Labuan Hotel
8.7
/5
42 Reviews
Dorsett Grand Labuan
8.7
/5
43 Reviews
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