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Our top choices for Kota Kinabalu Esplanade hotels

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AC Residence

AC Residence

AC Residence
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.3 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (89)
"I was worried because the residence doesn’t have a reception, but communication was excellent, and the staff are nearby to respond quickly. The staff are very friendly, and the room is extremely clean and tidy. There are many places to visit nearby, so the location is great. It was the best accommodation."
South Korea
??
The price is HK$242
HK$280 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
AC Residence
Reception
Hilton Kota Kinabalu

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)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
United Kingdom
Michael
The price is HK$680
HK$753 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (216)
"Overall facilities are clean and convenient to downtown. "
Hong Kong SAR China
Yuet Ying
The price is HK$348
HK$466 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

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, (195)
"Great location and certainly easy to access to the food."
Thailand
Thosaphol
The price is HK$803
HK$886 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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)
"Helpful staff"
Singapore
GRAHAM ANDREW
The price is HK$662
HK$733 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

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, (599)
"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"
Taiwan
SHU-WEI
The price is HK$756
HK$835 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Front of property – evening/night
The Klagan Hotel

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)
"Property in Great area ,very safe and will book in there again Can Recommend"
United States
Gustav
The Klagan Hotel
Lobby sitting area
Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2

Hotel O Five 2
2.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (112)
"Very polite staff - always up for a chat"
Australia
George
The price is HK$131
HK$169 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Hotel O Five 2
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Hotel DeLeeton

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)
"Ok hotel for staying the night. For the price, it's worth it."
Saudi Arabia
Anonymous traveller
Hotel DeLeeton
Exterior
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

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, (589)
"Great value hotel with great facility. Location is also good, very central to shops and restaurants. Highly recommended!"
United Kingdom
jack tak hau
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
View from property
HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU

HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU

HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU
4.0 star property
0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"Clean rooms, convenient to Imago (15-minute walk). Surrounding area needs improvement. Unfortunately, experienced air-conditioning leakage."
Malaysia
EDMUND JOHN KIAN LOON
HERITAGE SUITES KOTA KINABALU
Daily buffet breakfast (MYR 40 per person)
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu

Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
7.8 out of 10, Good, (371)
"Friendly and helpful staff, good amenities, convenient location"
Australia
FOON
The price is HK$247
HK$289 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
Lobby lounge
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu

The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
7.8 out of 10, Good, (331)
"Great place to stay with nice pool and good breakfast. Bell sound of the elevator in the hall close to our room was the only thing up for improvement."
Netherlands
Wouter
The price is HK$578
HK$721 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Palace Hotel Kota Kinabalu
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Unic Hotel

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 really like their staff. Very friendly and good attitude in entertaining customer 😘"
United Kingdom
Marylen
Unic Hotel
In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu

Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
7.6 out of 10, Good, (732)
"Property was in a good location. Staff very friendly and cleaning staff done an excellent job during my whole stay. Hotel was very clean too."
United Kingdom
scott
The price is HK$256
HK$297 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Cititel Express Kota Kinabalu
Reception
Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse

Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse
2.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.5 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
7.0 out of 10, Good, (85)
"Near market..easy to walk and good place to stay and safety "
Malaysia
Ah teng
The price is HK$87
HK$123 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Iskandar Sinsuran Guesthouse
2 outdoor pools
Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall

Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall
3.0 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.7 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
7.0 out of 10, Good, (116)
"Location was perfect for our stay. Information sent was perfect about obtaining the key and check in. Bathroom was smelly and toilet was leaking. Needed more bowls in the kitchen as well as a tea towel for wiping up. "
Australia
Cherrie
Sunset Seaview Vacation Condos City Centre @ IMAGO Shopping Mall
Outdoor pool
Sabah Oriental Hotel

Sabah Oriental Hotel

Sabah Oriental Hotel
3.5 star property
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.8 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
7.0 out of 10, Good, (304)
"Very good hoteal to stay with family."
Malaysia
Haris Shariman
The price is HK$293
HK$338 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Sabah Oriental Hotel
Exterior
Hotel Iskandar

Hotel Iskandar

Hotel Iskandar
2.5 star property
Kampung Air, 0.6 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
6.8 out of 10, (107)
"Overall ok gd but hv to take the stairs"
Malaysia
Eyysha
Hotel Iskandar
Beach
Tang Dynasty Hotel

Tang Dynasty Hotel

Tang Dynasty Hotel
Downtown Kota Kinabalu, 0.4 km from Kota Kinabalu Esplanade
6.0 out of 10, (5)
"I like only the view from the window. The bed was just right"
United States
Anonymous traveller
Tang Dynasty 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
"Customer service was great, hotel location is really close to everything,room condition was Ok but it’s very clean。"
Jason 2-night trip
Posted 7 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 362 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 Centric Kota Kinabalu and The Magellan Sutera Resort.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?
Expedia has 362 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, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre or Tanjung Aru Perdana Park. You'll have countless hours of family fun at Downbelow Adventure Centre, Aquascape Center and Water World Theme Park.

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