For a quick mid-year break, escape to the idyllic, sandy beaches of Pulau Gaya, a coral reef island set in the South China Sea just off the coast of Borneo and the largest island in the Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, where Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa stands.

Named after the bountiful variety of the hisbiscus flower flourishing in the grounds, Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa is accessible by a comfortable ten -minute ferry ride from Jesselton Point Ferry Terminal, in Kota Kinabalu, the capital of Sabah in East Malaysia and also by helicopter. A secluded island hideaway of 48 timbered villas, the resort is tucked away on a tranquil, hidden bay framed by crescent shaped white sand beach on one side and centuries old virgin jungle on the other.

 

Mid-Year Madness Deals

 

50% off 2 nights: From 1 April to 30 June, guests pay only 50% off the villa rate for the second and third night while the first night is on the Best Available Rate (BAR). Discount applies to second and third nights only.

 

Pay 4 Stay 5 : From 1 June to 31 October, guests staying for five nights need only pay for four nights (not available from 1 July to 31 August) at the Best Available Rate (BAR)

 

Pay 8 Stay 10: From 1 June to 31 October, for a 10-day stay, guests need only pay for eight days at the Best Available Rate (BAR)

 

All rates include breakfast for two. Guests can also enjoy the use of non-motorised water sports and complimentary admission to the Marine Ecology Research Centre (MERC) located less than a 10 - minute boat ride away. Here, they can also take part in the coral adoption program in return for a certificate of adoption. With marine conservation at its core, the learning and educational centre has grown over the years into a research and rehabilitation facility. Visitors can view tanks and aquariums filled with pregnant seahorses, rescued bamboo sharks or turtles, starfish, sea cucumber and other sea creatures whilst learning about the complexities of the marine eco system.

 

For bookings, email: reservations@gayana-eco-resort.com with name of the promotional deal. Other terms and conditions apply.

 

Accommodation and Wining & Dining

 

Guests can choose to stay in Bornean styled iron wood timbered houses set just steps away from the beach, to tremendous three- bedroom affairs that feature extended wrap around balconies and private plunge pools. Private balconies offer jaw dropping vistas of the beach below and the South China Sea beyond. Villa sizes range from 70 sq metres for a Superior to 229 sq metres for the three-bedroom suite. Each is well appointed with Frette linens, satellite television, spacious showers and luxurious bath tubs pending category, branded amenities, 24-hour room services, air conditioning/fan, expresso machine, complimentary bottled drinking water, 32" LCD television and DVD system, in-room safe, complimentary minibar (except wine), Wi-Fi, BOSE radio/CD player and an IPod docking station upon request.

 

A varied range of wining & dining options await all guests- from the oceanfront Pantai Grill serving grills and stone oven baked pizzas; and the Koi, a modern European bistro poised above an award winning wine cellar to several outdoor pavilions for private dining.

 

Solace Spa

 

For a totally rejuvenating experience, the Solace Spa offers a variety of traditional Asian and Western treatments capturing restorative powers of indigenous plants and oils and a selection of natural formulations from the world-renowned Kerstin Florian line of products.

 

Recreational Activities

 

There is never a dull moment with the slew of recreational pursuits from land to sea. Snorkel, canoe or explore the world underwater - home to sea turtles, clown fish, giant groupers, sea horses, coral fish, trigger fish, stingrays and many more colorful species.

 

The lush jungles behind the resort offer exhilarating guided treks to enjoy a closer encounter with the island's flora and fauna. The untouched jungle holds 40% of Malaysia's flora and fauna from wild boar, macaque monkeys, monitor lizards and hornbills to butterflies, birds, cicadas, and endless flora.

 

For more information, visit: http://www.bungarayaresort.com/

 

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