We were struck by the peace, the only sounds being the birds, monkeys, and monitor lizards as we walked along the jetty to be greeted by a waiting buggy and a briefing by the Hotel manager on the resort.

The pool area is very tranquil (in low season), but in high season, you'll perhaps find it quite busy, although not finding a sunbed to laze on is soon rectified as there are plenty on the beach. The staff will happily bring drinks to your sunbed, and we waited there for an hour until our rooms were ready, enjoying the hot sun and watching the cheeky monkeys try and bypass the staff and stuffed tigers to grab some discarded fruit.

This resort is perfect for couples looking for a few days out of the hustle and bustle of Kota Kinabalu and somewhere to decompress and take in nature. The view alone from the Beach, Pool and restaurant will captivate you, and if you're by the beach early enough, you'll see the water buffalo grooming the sand to displace the sandflies and their eggs.

This resort is perfect for anyone looking to relax and recharge but a few caveats should be mentioned ;

It would not be suitable for those with mobility issues due to the boat arrival, steep areas and access to the villas.
Small children would soon run out of things to do, and there is no easy way to get off the island once there
There are elements of the resort which are quite tired and in need of attention, but this does not detract from the charm of the place and the staff more than make up for this. Also, the area has particular challenges due to the weather, which makes it hard to keep on top of repairs, etc
The monkeys are thieves, and you must keep all rooms locked and windows closed when not there, as they will come in and steal!
The prices are quite high for Malaysia, in particular for Alcohol, as you would expect, and as you are limited ot the restaurants in the resort stays of more than 3 days, you may feel repetitive with dining options.

All that being said, the prices to stay for what you actually get are very good, and you get an incredible overall experience.
The staff are very attentive, which can be a bit unnerving if you aren't used to being watched over, but this is so they can anticipate what you require, rather than interfere.

Splitting a stay here with Gayana Marine Resort will give marine life fans the perfect Combo of Rainforest and Marine life.

Choose Bungaraya as the perfect ending to an Active holiday in Sabah, Borneo.
You'll not regret a stay here, as whatever the weather or season, you'll experience Malaysian Hospitality at its finest. You can choose to stay in your Villa and enjoy the sounds of the rainforest or chill by the beach and watch the boats in the distance. Perfect for a honeymoon or a diving holiday, choose this hotel for peace and tranquillity.