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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.
A street with buildings, cars, and a sign for a health care laboratory.
Two pairs of grey socks in plastic packaging on a tan leather surface.

1. CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Kunthea
€28
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.
A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.
A shower with a handheld showerhead and a wall-mounted control panel.
A set of English Soap Company products arranged on a marble surface with a large yellow flower and green ferns.

2. A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Imran
€42
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.
A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower area.
A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.

3. AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Canada
Zhen
€29
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, and a view of a parking lot through a glass door.
A hallway with a wooden door, a mirror, and a chandelier.
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a unique sink, and a large window offering a city view.

4. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United States
Heidi
€64
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.
A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.
A hallway with marble walls, wooden doors, and chandeliers.
A multi-story building with various shops on the ground floor, including a restaurant and a café.

5. ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Norway
Åse Lilll S
€34
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.
A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

6. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Canada
Catherine
€57
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern interior with three arched windows, leather seating, and a central table.
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.

7. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Michaela
€79
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.
A street view with a building featuring a restaurant named 'Mint' and a pharmacy.
A hotel hallway with a marble floor, wooden doors, and a chandelier.
A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a microwave, and a small oven.

8. AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
Ganesh
€34
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.
A modern hotel room with a curved ceiling, a large window offering a view of the sea, two green armchairs, a wooden coffee table, and a chandelier.

9. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
€89
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a sink, and bar stools. There are shelves with kitchen items and a plant.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and large windows.
A neatly made bed with white bedding and two pillows, one orange and one beige. A wall-mounted lamp with a wooden base and a macrame wall hanging is visible. The room has a minimalist design with a clean, white color scheme.
A wooden wall with the text "SARANG HOSTEL KOTA KINABALU" and three hanging light fixtures.

10. Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu

Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Imran
€20
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu
A modern building with a glass facade, a pool area with a curved edge, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a view of the sunset over the water.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.

11. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Thomas
€68
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A calm water body with a paved walkway alongside.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a building.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a large glass door and a wooden slatted facade above.

12. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Ong
€51
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.
A modern interior with green armchairs, a wooden table, and a staircase with a railing.
A staircase with a mural featuring a cartoon character and a sun.
A modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and tables, featuring large windows and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.

13. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
Kampung Air, 0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Kim
€64
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.
In-room dining
A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, a small table, and a dining area with chairs.
A modern hotel pool area with a clear view of the sea, lounge chairs, and a large building in the background.

14. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Yan Ting
€50
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.
A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.
A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.

15. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Savannah
€92
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and potted plants.
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.

16. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
Kevin
€61
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.
A hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several receptionists, and a large potted plant.
A window with sheer curtains, a view of a body of water, and a distant hill.

17. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
John
€44
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
The Klagan Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red accents, a wooden floor, and a wall-mounted coffee machine.
A hallway with a wooden floor, a series of framed pictures on the wall, and a mirror reflecting the hallway.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a sign indicating it is Hotel 2, and a visible storefront below.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a ground floor entrance, and parked cars.

18. Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Canada
valerie
€24
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Hotel O Five 2
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A modern hotel lobby with a white leather sofa, blue cushions, and framed artwork on the wall.
A hallway with a wall covered in large, bold text, likely representing various destinations or locations.
A modern hotel room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a built-in oven.

19. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United States
Zachary
€31
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
View from property
Lobby sitting area
Interior entrance
Interior

20. Space Cap Hotel

Space Cap Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
South Korea
Ye-Seul
€12
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Space Cap Hotel
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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk with a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
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A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
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A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.

ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
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9.8
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includes taxes & fees
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Top Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good
"Great staff and lovely breakfast"
Linda 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"Room was very clean and maintained well by the service staff. Breakfast was reasonable and staff was friendly"
Catherine 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"VERY NICE"
MALIKI 1-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"We stayed for one week and the room was very comfortable. The breakfast included was worth the extra fee. 24/7 Gym and laundry services available. Infinity pool was relaxing and has a great view of sea. Citadines is a popular meet up spot. We went on two tours and they picked us up right outside our hotel. There is a restaurant, massage spa, burger king, cafe and lemon tea shop in the same building."
Jason 7-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Good location, very alert staff who demonstrated initiative in many small ways."
HweiChuen 4-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel

8/10 Good
"Room is clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and attentive to requests. Walking distance to Centrepoint shopping mall and Handicraft market."
Poh Kah 5-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
The Klagan Hotel
Hotel 7 Suria

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good
"Located in the Suria mall"
Kee 2-night trip
Posted 8 months ago
Hotel 7 Suria

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A sunset with a dramatic sky and silhouettes of trees.
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Oceanus Waterfront Mall

7.6/10 (15 reviews)
You can do some window-shopping at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your trip to Pusat Bandar. Visit the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.
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A table with various dishes including shrimp, soup, and a lobster.
Photo by Vincent Wong

Kompleks Asia City

7.4/10 (41 reviews)
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Kompleks Asia City. Amble around the area's marina or seek out the local tours.
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Anjung Samudera

7.6/10 (408 reviews)
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Anjung Samudera. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the local tours.
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Warisan Square

7.2/10 (44 reviews)
During your trip to Pusat Bandar, you can do some window-shopping at Warisan Square. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.
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Centre Point

7.8/10 (402 reviews)
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Centre Point. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.
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Local Fruits Market

8.4/10 (17 reviews)
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Local Fruits Market during your trip to Sinsuran Kompleks. Visit the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.
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Anjung Kinabalu

You can do some window-shopping at Anjung Kinabalu during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Discover the beautiful sunsets and seafood restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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Plaza Wawasan

7.6/10 (4 reviews)
During your visit to Kota Kinabalu, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Plaza Wawasan. Stroll along the marina or seek out the local tours.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Kota Kinabalu Esplanade is located in Pusat Bandar. This family-friendly area is known for its beautiful island views and top seafood restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 356 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Adjacent to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade, Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include Hyatt Regency Kinabalu and Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Expedia has 356 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade.
What can I see and do near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Learn about local history at Atkinson Clock Tower and Koisaan Cultural Village. Enjoy the outdoors at Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park or Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre. Create some family memories at Downbelow Adventure Centre and Aquascape Center.