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

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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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kunthea

P1,737

P2,031 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a neatly made bed, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the city through the window.

A minibar setup with a selection of beverages, a coffee machine, and a small shelf with decorative flowers.

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.

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

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Imran

P2,627

P2,993 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a bed, a window with a view of a cityscape, a wooden door, and a wall-mounted coat rack.

A hotel room with a large window, a clear view of the cityscape, a vase with flowers, and a table with a menu.

A compact minibar with a coffee maker, a glass, and a vase with flowers.

A modern bathroom with a toilet, sink, and shower area.

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

Kampung Air, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Zhen

P1,755

P2,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a road and greenery.

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.

4. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Heidi

P3,401

P3,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a wardrobe, and a window with a city view.

A multi-story building with various shops on the ground floor, including a restaurant and a café.

A hallway with marble walls, wooden doors, and chandeliers.

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

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Åse Lilll S

P2,081

P2,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large chandeliers, and a seating area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a small round table.

A buffet with various food options, a counter with plates, and a modern interior design.

A modern building entrance with glass doors, a blue carpet, and two lion statues.

6. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Catherine

P3,067

P4,076 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 20 - Nov 21

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 spacious lobby with a large chandelier, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a prominent entrance.

7. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Michaela

P5,106

P5,514 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a mirror, and a window with a view of the interior.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a small table with a vase.

A hotel hallway with a marble floor, wooden doors, and a chandelier.

A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, a microwave, and a small oven.

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

Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Ganesh

P2,129

P2,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 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.

9. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Sri Ganesh

P5,760

P6,376 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

A modern interior with a spiral staircase, a kitchen area, and a dining space.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a balcony with a city view.

A modern hotel with a glass facade, multiple balconies, and a view of the surrounding forest.

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.

10. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

MRS

P6,227

P6,881 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern kitchen with wooden countertops, a sink, and bar stools. There are shelves with kitchen items and a plant.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and large windows.

A neatly made bed with white bedding and two pillows, one orange and one beige. A wall-mounted lamp with a wooden base and a macrame wall hanging is visible. The room has a minimalist design with a clean, white color scheme.

A wooden wall with the text "SARANG HOSTEL KOTA KINABALU" and three hanging light fixtures.

11. Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Imran

P1,168

P1,417 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 hotel lobby with a large sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, 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.

12. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Thomas

P4,359

P4,863 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A calm water body with a paved walkway alongside.

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, and a balcony with a view of a building.

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.

13. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Ong

P3,230

P3,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern interior with a central spiral slide, seating areas, and a neon sign.

A modern interior with green armchairs, a wooden table, and a staircase with a railing.

A staircase with a mural featuring a cartoon character and a sun.

A modern living room with a sofa, a hanging chair, and a laptop on a table.

14. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

Kampung Air, 0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kim

P4,102

P4,586 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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 hotel room with a bed, a television, a desk with a computer, and a window with curtains.

15. The Klagan Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

John

P3,087

P3,798 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A balcony with a table and chairs, offering a view of the sea and distant land.

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.

A modern hotel with a waterfront view, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a parking area adjacent to the water.

16. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.1 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Savannah

P5,915

P6,544 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with modern seating arrangements, a large abstract wall art piece, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

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.

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

17. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Kevin

P3,852

P4,316 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a shower, and a view of the cityscape and sea.

A modern hotel pool area with a clear view of the sea, lounge chairs, and a large building in the background.

A modern hotel with a prominent 'Shore' sign, featuring a grid-like facade and a central entrance.

18. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Yan Ting

P2,214

P3,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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 multi-story hotel with balconies, a sign indicating it is Hotel 2, and a visible storefront below.

A hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a sofa, and a coffee table.

19. Hotel O Five 2

Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

valerie

P1,434

P1,694 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a bathtub, a large window with a view, and a wooden interior.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign at the top and multiple floors with illuminated windows.

A conference room with a wooden table, black chairs, and a view of the sea through large windows.

A view from a window with a glass of red wine and a magazine on a cushioned seat.

20. Horizon Hotel

Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.9 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Michelle

P3,507

P4,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

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Compare popular hotels close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Property	Property class	Guest rating
CJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 58 reviews	View
A Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	10.0 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
AC Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.6 Exceptional 100 reviews	View
Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group	9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
ACJ Residence - A Member of The Luxury Stay Group	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View

Top Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfy room.. good parking facilities.."

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

8/10 Good

"Great staff and lovely breakfast"

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"

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent

"VERY NICE"

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."

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."

Hotel 7 Suria

8/10 Good

"Located in the Suria mall"

Other attractions near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

A sunset with a dramatic sky and silhouettes of trees.

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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A table with various dishes including shrimp, soup, and a lobster.

Kompleks Asia City

7.4/10 (41 reviews)

During your visit to Pusat Bandar, you can enjoy retail therapy 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 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.

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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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu Esplanade hotels

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

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

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

4. Ritz Residence - A Member of The Luxury Hotel Group

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

6. Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

7. Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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

9. Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10. Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

11. Sarang Hostel Kota Kinabalu

12. Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

13. Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

14. TOOJOU Kota Kinabalu - Travel Meets Social

15. The Klagan Hotel

16. Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

17. The SIGAR Hotel at Sutera Bay

18. The Shore Kota Kinabalu by Five Senses

19. Hotel O Five 2

20. Horizon Hotel

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Top Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

The Klagan Hotel

Hotel 7 Suria

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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