Top 10 Hotels Near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade in Kota Kinabalu for 2026

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

Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Zhen

RM148

RM169 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

2. CJ Residence

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Scott

RM148

RM169 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

XIAO HUI

RM320

RM356 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Yuta

RM128

RM138 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Davide

RM380

RM420 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Ganesh

RM145

RM157 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

7. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Thomas

RM280

RM312 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

8. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Genya

RM211

RM278 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

9. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Paul

RM472

RM520 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

10. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Ong

RM231

RM259 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

11. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

John

RM166

RM196 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

12. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Savannah

RM409

RM452 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

13. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Yan Ting

RM171

RM261 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

14. Walk In Hotel

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Bahrinizam

RM128

RM138 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

15. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Zachary

RM149

RM171 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

16. Hotel DeLeeton

Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Anonymous traveller

RM97

RM114 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

17. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Shih Chung

RM329

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Imran

RM169

RM192 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Kampung Air, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Sazali

RM110

RM119 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

20. Hotel O Five 2

Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

valerie

RM89

RM106 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 97 reviews	View
CJ Residence	9.6 Exceptional 55 reviews	View
Hilton Kota Kinabalu	9.2 Wonderful 999 reviews	View
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

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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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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 354 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 Centric Kota Kinabalu and Hyatt Regency Kinabalu.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?

Expedia has 354 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, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre or Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. Create some family memories at Downbelow Adventure Centre and Aquascape Center.

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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu Esplanade hotels

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

2. CJ Residence

3. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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

7. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

8. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

9. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

10. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

11. The Klagan Hotel

12. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

13. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

14. Walk In Hotel

15. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

16. Hotel DeLeeton

17. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

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

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

20. Hotel O Five 2

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Top Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Other attractions near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

Kompleks Asia City

Anjung Samudera

Warisan Square

Centre Point

Local Fruits Market

Anjung Kinabalu

Plaza Wawasan

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