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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 street with buildings, cars, and a sign for a health care laboratory.
A modern bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a toilet, and a sink with a mirror above it.
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
NT$887
NT$1,037 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
CJ 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.

2. 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
NT$2,084
NT$2,330 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for 'City Express' and a visible 'KINABALU SPORTS' sign.
A set of English Soap Company products arranged on a marble surface with a large yellow flower and green ferns.
A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.

3. 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
NT$1,349
NT$1,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
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 hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower area.
A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.

4. 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
NT$896
NT$1,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
AC 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.

5. 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
NT$1,575
NT$2,093 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
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.

6. 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
NT$1,069
NT$1,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

7. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Michaela
NT$2,606
NT$2,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and balconies, situated by a waterfront with a boat docked nearby.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

8. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
NT$2,940
NT$3,255 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Le Meridien 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 modern bathroom with a shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a small table with a vase.
A hotel hallway with a marble floor, wooden doors, and a chandelier.

9. 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
Hong Kong SAR China
Po Yiu
NT$1,087
NT$1,253 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
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 kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinetry.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sunset through large windows.
A modern gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.

10. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Thomas
NT$2,225
NT$2,482 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Citadines Waterfront 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 wooden wall with the text "SARANG HOSTEL KOTA KINABALU" and three hanging light fixtures.
A cozy living room with a sofa, cushions, a hanging light fixture, and potted plants.

11. Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu

Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Imran
NT$596
NT$723 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Sarang Hostel 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 hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of the cityscape.
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
NT$1,649
NT$1,860 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
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 modern lounge area with sofas, chairs, and tables, featuring large windows and a ceiling with exposed ductwork.
A staircase with a mural featuring a cartoon character and a sun.

13. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
Kampung Air, 0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Kim
NT$2,094
NT$2,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.
A person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.
A spacious lobby with a modern chandelier, a reception desk, and a decorative wall.

14. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Savannah
NT$3,020
NT$3,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
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 rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear sky.
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, and potted plants.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

15. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
Kevin
NT$1,966
NT$2,203 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
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.

16. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
John
NT$1,356
NT$1,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
The Klagan Hotel
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.
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.
In-room dining

17. 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
NT$1,130
NT$1,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a bathtub, a large window with a view, and a wooden interior.
A swimming pool with metal railings, a wooden deck, and a view of buildings in the background.
A conference room with a wooden table, black chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top and multiple floors with illuminated windows.

18. Horizon Hotel

Horizon Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United States
John
NT$1,734
NT$2,046 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Horizon Hotel
Pool
Front of property - evening/night
Gym
Room

19. Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Japan
MASAKO
NT$1,106
NT$1,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Sky Hotel Kota Kinabalu
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 hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a sign indicating it is Hotel 2, and a visible storefront below.

20. Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Canada
valerie
NT$732
NT$865 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Hotel O Five 2
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Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
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
9.6
Exceptional
58 reviews
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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
9.8
Exceptional
37 reviews
View
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
10.0
Exceptional
5 reviews
View
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
9.6
Exceptional
100 reviews
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A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
9.2
Wonderful
253 reviews
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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 3 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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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, check out the 356 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's 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 traveler 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 will I be able to find close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Expedia has 356 hotels and other accommodations 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, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
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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.