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Top Trending Hotels Near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

AC Residence
Standard Double Room (AC 3)

AC Residence

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (81)
"Great room and service! "
The price is €34
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
AC Residence
CJ Residence
Deluxe Double Room (CJ 1)

CJ Residence

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (44)
"We had a very lovely stay, staff was very kind and welcoming. Room was clean, amenities provided. Comfortable room with everything you need. Would definitely stay again! "
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
CJ Residence
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
AJ Residence 1

AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"The facilities we had in the room were top notch. Location is great as well but only downside the view from the room isn’t that great. "
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
AJ Residence Kota Kinabalu City Center
Signel Hostel
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Signel Hostel

2.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Nice cozy beds, relaxed and friendly staff "
Signel Hostel
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 8 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (592)
"Excellent five star hotel. "
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Reception

Hilton Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (960)
"Good hotel and friendly staff"
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Excellent modern room with a fantastic view of the bay. Impeccable service throughout (housekeeping and dining). Faultless. "
The price is €120
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
The Klagan Hotel
Front of property – evening/night

The Klagan Hotel

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Close to lots of amenities "
The Klagan Hotel
Api-Api Guest House
Property grounds

Api-Api Guest House

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (18)
"Nil"
Api-Api Guest House
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Deluxe Double Room

Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Another fantastic stay at this hotel. So friendly and everything very modern. A great place to stay in KK"
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Ritz Residence @ Imago Mall Loft B
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Lounge

Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (580)
"Good dining and good environment.will recommend others."
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, Sea View | View from room

Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"Property is in the city centre and above a shopping mall. The coordinator (Rose) is very responsive."
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Borneo Coastal Residence - IMAGO Mall
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool

Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (39)
"Great location, clean and comfortable rooms with a lovely pool."
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Citadines Waterfront Kota Kinabalu
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Restaurant

Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (194)
"Good location for the airport. Comfy room, good service. "
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre by IHG
Seaview Capsule Hotel
LCD TV

Seaview Capsule Hotel

2.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (24)
"Good value and location, very weak hot water heater, breakfast is very simple. "
Seaview Capsule Hotel
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu

5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (189)
"It' walkable to Jiaya street, and opposite to a mall, where we can dine and do shopping, my daughter loves the swimming pool. "
The price is €158
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
Apartment, 3 Bedrooms (Waterfront View)

Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (77)
"Car park gelap & berair , paip air buang bocor"
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
21 Jul - 22 Jul
Jack's CondoApartment @ Marina Court Resort Condominium
Hotel DeLeeton
Superior Twin

Hotel DeLeeton

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (86)
"The hotel is in a strategic area, easy for food hunting, shopping mall is nearby and all the staff are friendly. Just the room facilieties were prepared with old stuff. But overall everything is good."
Hotel DeLeeton
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
View from room

Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8)
"Recommended to bring family stay at the hotel. Convenience and comfortable. Apart from that, it is such a strategic place to find place to eat."
Ideal Holiday Apartment Marina Court
Space Cap Hotel
View from property

Space Cap Hotel

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. "
Space Cap Hotel
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Top Kota Kinabalu Esplanade Hotel Reviews

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent modern room with a fantastic view of the bay. Impeccable service throughout (housekeeping and dining). Faultless. "
Ali 9-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu

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 323 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 Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Kota Kinabalu Esplanade?

Expedia has 323 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?

Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at Tanjung Aru Perdana Park, Tunku Abdul Rahman Park or Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre. Downbelow Adventure Centre, Aquascape Center and Water World Theme Park are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. At Sapi Island, Signal Hill Observatory Platform and Sabah Agricultural Park, you can surround yourself with nature.