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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 hallway with a wooden door, a white cabinet, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
Two pairs of grey socks in plastic packaging on a tan leather surface.

1. CJ Residence

CJ Residence
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Kunthea
Rp488.445
Rp571.301 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
CJ Residence
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a modern building with large windows.
A modern hotel lobby with a marble floor, a wooden bench, a glass railing, and a decorative wall piece.
A modern hotel with multiple floors, large windows, and a prominent entrance.
A spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

2. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Michaela
Rp1.545.439
Rp1.712.854 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
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 beach scene with a couple embracing, a clear sky, and calm sea.

3. 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
Rp901.871
Rp1.193.218 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
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.
Two white towels with embroidered text and decorative flowers.
A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and mirror.

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
Rp488.445
Rp571.301 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
AC 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.

5. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Italy
Davide
Rp1.619.865
Rp1.793.234 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Le Meridien 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 gym with treadmills, stationary bikes, and exercise equipment. Large windows provide natural light and views of the outdoors.
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.

6. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Thomas
Rp1.225.844
Rp1.367.692 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.
A hotel bathroom with a vanity, a mirror, a shower area, and a door.
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.

7. 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
Rp590.086
Rp681.073 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.
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 modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.
A person standing by a window with arms raised, overlooking a lush green landscape and distant mountains.

8. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United Kingdom
MRS
Rp1.821.254
Rp2.010.734 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
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 hotel hallway with a marble floor, wooden doors, and a chandelier.
A street view with a building featuring a restaurant named 'Mint' and a pharmacy.
A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a microwave, and a small oven.

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
United Kingdom
Ganesh
Rp598.734
Rp690.413 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
AJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group
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 entrance with a modern design, featuring a large glass door and a wooden slatted facade above.
A hotel room with a large window, a bed, and a view of the cityscape.

10. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Ong
Rp908.438
Rp1.024.893 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
A spacious restaurant with multiple tables and chairs, a buffet area, and large windows providing natural light.
A hotel lobby with a red carpet, potted plants, and a glass storefront.
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.

11. The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
John
Rp868.160
Rp1.068.192 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 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 person sitting in a clear blue infinity pool with a view of a distant island and a calm sea.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a view of the sea.

12. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Australia
Savannah
Rp1.790.608
Rp1.977.637 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
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.

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
Rp691.727
Rp1.078.919 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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 hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a TV screen displaying a hotel name.
A multi-story hotel with a rooftop bar, surrounded by a busy urban street at night.

14. 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
Rp618.180
Rp667.775 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Kota Kinabalu City Centre
A reception desk at Hotel de Leeton with a sign indicating the reception area.
A hotel entrance with a 'No Smoking' sign, a 'Hotel deFeet' sign, and a 'Please make deliveries to side door' sign.
A conference room with a long table, red chairs, a projector screen, and speakers.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and a small table with a lamp.

15. Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveller
Rp433.069
Rp511.495 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hotel DeLeeton
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A hallway with a wall covered in large, bold text, likely representing various destinations or locations.
A modern hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a glass coffee table, and a ceiling light fixture.
A modern hotel lobby with a white leather sofa, blue cushions, and framed artwork on the wall.

16. HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC

HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
United States
Zachary
Rp543.837
Rp631.135 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
HotSpot at City Centre by SSVC
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.

17. Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Canada
valerie
Rp403.161
Rp476.007 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Hotel O Five 2
View from property
Interior
Lobby sitting area
Interior entrance

18. Space Cap Hotel

Space Cap Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
South Korea
Ye-Seul
Rp208.033
Rp245.576 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Space Cap Hotel
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large columns, and a polished marble floor.
A hotel with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.
A modern hotel lobby with leather sofas, a flat-screen TV, a coffee table, and a reception desk.
A buffet with various dishes and decorative lighting.

19. Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Singapore
Shih Chung
Rp1.441.100
Rp1.600.168 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a mirror, and artwork on the wall.
A modern, minimalist wall-mounted light fixture with a geometric design.
A multi-story hotel with a modern geometric facade, large windows, and a well-lit entrance.
A tray with a coffee maker, two white mugs, a glass, and a card holder with business cards.

20. Walk In Hotel

Walk In Hotel
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
Malaysia
Bahrinizam
Rp570.265
Rp616.021 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 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
56 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
1,000 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
240 reviews
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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
9.6
Exceptional
97 reviews
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A buffet with various food items and a view of the sea.
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
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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.
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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 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.