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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.
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1. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Kunthea
RM148
RM169 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
CJ Residence
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
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.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, and a view of a parking lot through a glass door.

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
RM239
RM258 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 shower with a handheld showerhead and a wall-mounted control panel.
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.

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
RM169
RM192 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.
A beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.

4. 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
Japan
Genya
RM197
RM262 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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 spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.
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.

5. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Michaela
RM344
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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 multi-story building with various shops on the ground floor, including a restaurant and a café.
A hotel bathroom with a vanity, a mirror, a shower area, and a door.

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
Japan
Yuta
RM150
RM172 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.
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.
A terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water with a sunset.

7. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
RM370
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.
A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.
A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.

8. 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
RM164
RM187 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.
A modern living room with a large window overlooking a body of water and a forested hill. There is a sofa, a coffee table, and a small table with a plant.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

9. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
MRS
RM416
RM459 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.
A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a microwave, and a small oven.
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.

10. 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
RM176
RM200 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
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 lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, 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.

11. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Thomas
RM280
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A calm water body with a paved walkway alongside.
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a ceiling fan.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a building.
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
RM231
RM259 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, several receptionists, and a large potted plant.
A hotel lobby with a red carpet, potted plants, and a glass storefront.
A window with sheer curtains, a view of a body of water, and a distant hill.

13. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
John
RM166
RM196 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
The Klagan Hotel
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 modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

14. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Savannah
RM409
RM452 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott 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 with a prominent 'Shore' sign, featuring a grid-like facade and a central entrance.
A modern hotel pool area with a clear view of the sea, lounge chairs, and a large building in the background.

15. 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
RM142
RM228 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
A modern restaurant with a central island, dining tables, and chairs.
A modern lobby with a seating area, a wall of framed items, and a decorative ceiling.
A banquet hall with tables set for a formal event, a red carpet, and a city view.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV screen displaying a hotel name.

16. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
Kampung Air, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Taiwan
Joshua
RM134
RM144 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
View from property
Interior entrance
Interior
Lobby sitting area

17. Space Cap Hotel

Space Cap Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
South Korea
Ye-Seul
RM47
RM56 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Space Cap Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, each with white bedding and red accents, a wooden floor, and a wall-mounted coffee machine.
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.
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
RM92
RM109 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 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.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a glass coffee table, and a ceiling light fixture.

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
RM141
RM152 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and artwork on the wall.
A multi-story hotel with a modern geometric facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A modern, minimalist wall-mounted light fixture with a geometric design.
A reception area with a white Christmas tree, a reception desk, and two staff members.

20. Walk In Hotel

Walk In Hotel
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Bahrinizam
RM130
RM141 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Walk In Hotel
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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
9.6
Exceptional
57 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
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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
251 reviews
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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
9.2
Wonderful
1,008 reviews
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Top Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"VERY NICE"
MALIKI 1-night trip
Posted 12 days 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 2 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 2 weeks ago
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Great location - close to all amenities and the waterfront Great roof top pool although very overpriced food in the restaurants. Great staff Would definitely recommend"
Michaela 4-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group

10/10 Excellent
"The room was spotlessly clean and well maintained. There was even a nice little common hallway with extra toiletries and coffee/tea packets. The host provided a waterproof beach pouch which was exactly what I needed that day. The location is unbeatable. It's literally upstairs from the most amazing grilled seafood night market. 10/10. I will definitely book here again"
jonathan 7-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"The pool area was lovely and the rooftop bar was fabulous. Friendly and helpful staff. Food by the pool was great."
Rebecca 6-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Le Meridien 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 7 months ago
Hotel 7 Suria

Other attractions near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

A sunset with a dramatic sky and silhouettes of trees.
Photo by Francis Redillas

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.

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