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In addition to its 48 villas, Bungaraya Island Resort has two restaurants, an underground wine cellar, a gym and a spa.
The Longhouse, the resort's main open-air dining room, open for all three daily meals, serves cuisine inspired by both local and international flavours in a setting with sweeping views to the horizon. Beneath The Longhouse lies the Koi underground wine cellar, which stores more than 4,500 bottles and an impressive collection of cigars, to be enjoyed in the adjoining outdoor patio or the cellar lounge.
Finally, the Pantai Restaurant & Bar, right on the seafront, is open for lunch and dinner.
For your children
Children are welcome at Bungaraya Island Resort.
Rooms
The 48 private villas at Bungaraya Island Resort, named after the many local hibiscus flower species, offer spectacular views over the waterfront, the South China Sea and the surrounding greenery.
Built with natural materials in keeping with Borneo's traditional architecture and aesthetics, they nonetheless spare nothing in terms of functionality and comfort.
The “Superior Villas” (70 m²) sit on hillsides overlooking the jungle or the sea.
The “Deluxe Villas” (108 m²) overlook the jungle or the sea. They are perfectly suited to families or small groups, as the living room can accommodate an extra bed.
The “Plunge Pool” Villas (87 m²) have private balconies fitted with a private pool and loungers.
The “Treehouse Villa” (90 m²), a hideaway nestled atop the trees, is ideal for couples or guests seeking maximum privacy.
The “2-Bedroom Deluxe Suites” (177 m²) have bedrooms fitted with a king-size bed and twin beds.
The “3-Bedroom Deluxe Suites” (229 m²), built at the resort's highest point, offer unobstructed sea views. They have three bedrooms spread across two floors.
Lastly, the “Royal” villa, spanning 630 m² and tucked away in a spot of absolute privacy, has 2 bedrooms, two dining rooms, a comfortable living room, a kitchen, a large terrace, two pools and a private beach. A butler, a chef and a housekeeper are available to its occupants.
All villas feature spacious showers and a private balcony, and are equipped with air conditioning, a ceiling fan, satellite television, a DVD player, a safe and a radio–CD player.
The “Plunge Pool”, “Treehouse” and “3-Bedroom Deluxe Suite” villas also feature an espresso machine.
The “Treehouse” and “3-Bedroom Deluxe Suite” villas also have their own private pool, located on the panoramic balcony.
SPA
The Echo Wellness Spa offers a range of traditional Asian and Western treatments in private pavilions and lounges set into the hilltop landscape. Treatments draw on indigenous plants, oils and ingredients.
On offer: massages, scrubs, facials and various packages (therapies, wellness, and more).
A sauna and a Cold Room are also available.
Activities offered
Bungaraya Island Resort offers a wide range of activities centred around the beach, ocean and jungle.
On land, hikes of varying length and difficulty take guests through the island's rainforest, along with canopy walks and zip-lining.
At the resort, guests can stay active at the gym, alone or with a coach, as well as take part in various games and sports activities on the beach or indoors: beach games, board games, billiards, table tennis, mahjong, henna tattoo sessions, and more.
Kayaking (guided or unguided), paddleboarding, snorkelling (guided or unguided), sailing, snorkelling or scuba diving by day or night, and boat trips take place on and in the water.
The resort also offers tours of its Marine Ecology Research Centre (MERC), which carries out various initiatives to protect the surrounding marine life. As part of the “A Day As A Marine Biologist” (ADAMB) programme, visitors can choose to interact with the surrounding corals, monitor reef health, or learn more about the marine ecosystem.
A romantic dinner under an enchanting beachside pavilion is available on request. It is also possible to enjoy a meal in the privacy of your own villa.