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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.
Two pairs of grey socks in plastic packaging on a tan leather surface.
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.

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
AED 100
AED 117 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 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 hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for 'City Express' and a visible 'KINABALU SPORTS' sign.
A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.
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
AED 137
AED 158 total
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 modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.
A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.
Two white towels with embroidered text and decorative flowers.

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
AED 100
AED 117 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
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 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.
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a road and greenery.

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
AED 215
AED 243 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group
A bustling street food market with a prominent 'Welcome Street' sign and a seafood restaurant.
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.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.

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
Japan
Yuta
AED 121
AED 140 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.
A hotel hallway with a marble floor, wooden doors, and a chandelier.
A modern bathroom with a shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a small table with a vase.
A street view with a building featuring a restaurant named 'Mint' and a pharmacy.

6. 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
AED 114
AED 133 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.
A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a television mounted on the wall.
A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.
A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.

7. 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
AED 177
AED 236 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 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 spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.
A modern interior with three arched windows, leather seating, and a central table.
A modern lobby with a reflective floor, a large abstract wall art, and a view of a staircase.

8. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Michaela
AED 295
AED 328 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
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.
An indoor swimming pool with a clear view of the water, surrounded by a modern architectural design with vertical wooden slats and a glass barrier.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.

9. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
MRS
AED 360
AED 398 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
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 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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through large windows.

10. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Sri Ganesh
AED 333
AED 369 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
A calm water body with a paved walkway alongside.
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.
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a building.

11. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Ong
AED 170
AED 194 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
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.

12. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Thomas
AED 252
AED 281 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.
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.
In-room dining

13. 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
AED 128
AED 205 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses
A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.
A staircase with a mural featuring a cartoon character and a sun.
A modern interior with green armchairs, a wooden table, and a staircase with a railing.
A modern living room with a sofa, a hanging chair, and a laptop on a table.

14. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
Kampung Air, 0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Kim
AED 237
AED 265 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social
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 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.

15. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
Kevin
AED 203
AED 230 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay
A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.
A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.
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.

16. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Savannah
AED 368
AED 407 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.
A window with sheer curtains, a view of a body of water, and a distant hill.
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.

17. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
John
AED 153
AED 181 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 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 multi-story hotel with balconies, a sign indicating it is Hotel 2, and a visible storefront below.
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.

18. Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Canada
valerie
AED 83
AED 98 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 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 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 lobby with a white leather sofa, blue cushions, and framed artwork on the wall.
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
AED 101
AED 119 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
View from property
Interior
Interior entrance
Lobby sitting area

20. Space Cap Hotel

Space Cap Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
South Korea
Ye-Seul
AED 43
AED 50 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Space Cap Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

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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
57 reviews
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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
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
View
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
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A bustling street food market with a prominent 'Welcome Street' sign and a seafood restaurant.
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
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Top Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Hotel Reviews

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 6 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 3 weeks ago
Sheraton Kota Kinabalu
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 2 months 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 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 search for that perfect souvenir at Oceanus Waterfront Mall during your stay in Pusat Bandar. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.
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Anjung Samudera

7.6/10 (408 reviews)
During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can search for that perfect souvenir 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 search for that perfect souvenir 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 stay in Sinsuran Kompleks. Check out 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 visit to 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 search for that perfect souvenir 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, 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.