Located in a rather remote bay of Gaya Island, the upscale Gayana Marine Resort caters to couples and families looking to get away from it all. Its 52 overwater bungalows are spacious and elegant, featuring furnished decks -- some with private plunge pools -- big bathrooms with rainfall showers, and solid amenities such as free Wi-Fi, free minibars, and flat-screen TVs. Although there is no beach, most rooms have direct access to the sea from their private deck, and there is a beautiful infinity pool with padded loungers and great bay views. Snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking in the jungle are some of the most popular activities here, but there are also a great Marine Ecology Research Center and wonderful spa on-site. For something more luxurious, consider sister property Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa.
Located in a rather remote bay of Gaya Island, the upscale Gayana Marine Resort caters to couples and families looking to get away from it all. Its 52 overwater bungalows are spacious and elegant, featuring furnished decks -- some with private plunge pools -- big bathrooms with rainfall showers, and solid amenities such as free Wi-Fi, free minibars, and flat-screen TVs. Although there is no beach, most rooms have direct access to the sea from their private deck, and there is a beautiful infinity pool with padded loungers and great bay views. Snorkeling, kayaking, and hiking in the jungle are some of the most popular activities here, but there are also a great Marine Ecology Research Center and wonderful spa on-site. For something more luxurious, consider sister property Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa.
Nestled between the beach and jungle, the luxury Bunga Raya consists of 48 traditional timber villas with wraparound balconies, each tucked away into lush tropical foliage. Each villa is outfitted with colorful local textiles and some have private plunge pools. The resort -- which shares the island with only two other resorts -- is a good option for guests who love being in or underwater, thanks to the turquoise sea, a gorgeous infinity pool, and the resort's dive and snorkel center. This boutique property has two a la carte restaurants, a well-stocked wine cave, and a large beachside bar. A multilevel spa offers Asian and Western treatments, and a modern, open-air gym catches breezes from the beach. Looking for overwater bungalows? Consider this resort's sister property, Gayana Eco Resort, which is a bit cheaper.
Nestled between the beach and jungle, the luxury Bunga Raya consists of 48 traditional timber villas with wraparound balconies, each tucked away into lush tropical foliage. Each villa is outfitted with colorful local textiles and some have private plunge pools. The resort -- which shares the island with only two other resorts -- is a good option for guests who love being in or underwater, thanks to the turquoise sea, a gorgeous infinity pool, and the resort's dive and snorkel center. This boutique property has two a la carte restaurants, a well-stocked wine cave, and a large beachside bar. A multilevel spa offers Asian and Western treatments, and a modern, open-air gym catches breezes from the beach. Looking for overwater bungalows? Consider this resort's sister property, Gayana Eco Resort, which is a bit cheaper.
Tucked among protected mangroves and an excellent (though damaged) coral reef, the five-pearl Gaya Island Resort offers a high-end jungle-and-sea experience geared primarily toward active travelers. In addition to a gym and a large spa, travelers can choose from a long list of daily activities, including diving, kayaking, and guided jungle treks (cooking classes, picnics, and offsite excursions are available for an added fee). Plenty of loungers and hammocks dot the white-sand beach, although many guests gravitate toward the infinity pool with swim-up bar. The resort's 120 spacious villas are outfitted with minibars and free Wi-Fi. There are also three restaurants on-site, though they receive mixed reviews. Couples looking for a more intimate, relax-minded getaway should consider Bunga Raya Island Resort.
Tucked among protected mangroves and an excellent (though damaged) coral reef, the five-pearl Gaya Island Resort offers a high-end jungle-and-sea experience geared primarily toward active travelers. In addition to a gym and a large spa, travelers can choose from a long list of daily activities, including diving, kayaking, and guided jungle treks (cooking classes, picnics, and offsite excursions are available for an added fee). Plenty of loungers and hammocks dot the white-sand beach, although many guests gravitate toward the infinity pool with swim-up bar. The resort's 120 spacious villas are outfitted with minibars and free Wi-Fi. There are also three restaurants on-site, though they receive mixed reviews. Couples looking for a more intimate, relax-minded getaway should consider Bunga Raya Island Resort.