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Top Trending Hotels Near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Standard Double Room (AC 3) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace
AC Residence

AC Residence

3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"Very nice hotel, clean, no nonsense, and extremely quick reply. The bed was super comfortable and everything is within walking distance. Highly recommend!"
United States
GERALD
The price is ฿938
฿1,092 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
AC Residence
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (598)
"Good hotel and good location."
Hong Kong SAR China
Ho Sing
The price is ฿3,289
฿3,631 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1) | Individually decorated, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
CJ Residence

CJ Residence

2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"New hotel, clean and quiet. "
Malaysia
Uvaraj
The price is ฿938
฿1,092 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
CJ Residence
AJ Residence 1 | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Clean room and staff helpful."
Hong Kong SAR China
Po Yiu
The price is ฿941
฿1,095 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Signel Hostel

Signel Hostel

2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Nice cozy beds, relaxed and friendly staff "
United Kingdom
Richard
Signel Hostel
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (208)
"Free breakfast was excellent "
Australia
Kwan
The price is ฿1,476
฿1,972 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Exterior
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (588)
"Nice place. the staff were friendly."
Canada
Kevin
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (974)
"A good experience "
United States
Benedict
The price is ฿2,536
฿2,817 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Property grounds
Api-Api Guest House

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (19)
"Extremely basic.Dont spoil your holiday by staying here. No bodywash or shampoo supplied. Just a dispenser on the wall dispensing a "2 in 1" something which you are supposed to use.. No hairdryer, no ironing board.No anything. To enjoy your holiday, stay somewhere else."
Australia
Stanley
Api-Api Guest House
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice clean room. Very helpful staff. "
United Kingdom
Gareth
The price is ฿2,905
฿3,215 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Front of property
Most Luxurious Penthouse

Most Luxurious Penthouse

3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.2 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
Most Luxurious Penthouse
Front of property – evening/night
The Klagan Hotel

The Klagan Hotel

3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Really nice place for the price "
United States
Lars
The Klagan Hotel
LCD TV
Seaview Capsule Hotel

Seaview Capsule Hotel

2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
United States
Benjamin
Seaview Capsule Hotel
View from property
ACJ Residence

ACJ Residence

3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Very central, modern, clean and spacious. Highly recommended! Note: no elevator and you must be able to carry luggage 3-4 floors upstairs."
Sweden
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿1,236
฿1,413 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
ACJ Residence
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (194)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is ฿3,603
฿3,970 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
View from property
Space Cap Hotel

Space Cap Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (34)
"짐을 정리하는 장소가 불편한 것 말고는 다 좋았어요, 화장실과 샤워실이 넓었고, 휴지도 여분으로 배치되어 있고, 에어컨도 좋고. 리셉션에서 외국인 친구들과 기타치고 논 것과 워터프론트 앞인 것, 스타벅스와 마트가 1층에 바로 있던 것 등등 모두 좋았어요. "
South Korea
Ye-Seul
Space Cap Hotel
Superior Twin | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Hotel DeLeeton

Hotel DeLeeton

3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (89)
"中心部にあって、買い物には便利な場所だった。"
Japan
**
Hotel DeLeeton
Deluxe Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"Wonderful stay, quick respond and comfy"
United States
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿2,167
฿2,418 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | View from room
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"Overall very good place to stay. Unfortunately only issue on lift bank where only on side can access to cark park if you want going down. "
Malaysia
Mohammad Rizdun Bin
The price is ฿1,557
฿1,760 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Family Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Unic Hotel

Unic Hotel

3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
7.6 out of 10, Good, (161)
"I booked for 1 night. The man at reception wasn't very friendly. Yet the Lady on checking out was very friendly. Hotel was in good location, Was clean Good shower Wifi was terrible TV was probably false advertising, said it had satellite channels. Not sure in what room as mine only had 3 different channels. "
Australia
MICHAEL
Unic Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Nice clean room. Very helpful staff. "
Gareth 4-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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The sundown in downtown of Kota Kinabalu. #Roadtrip #Trover #Sunset
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Open Photo by Francis Redillas

Oceanus Waterfront Mall

3.6/5 (5 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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Delicious seafood with affordable pricetag.
Photo by Vincent Wong
Open Photo by Vincent Wong

Kompleks Asia City

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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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 360 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 360 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 Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park or Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Downbelow Adventure Centre, Aquascape Center and Water World Theme Park.

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