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Top 10 Hotels Near Kota Kinabalu Esplanade

Pool views, open daily
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"I had a good rest during my trip. Thank you for the good service."
The price is S$283
per night
21 May - 22 May
Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Activities provided by hotel were nice. The attitude of staff members were very good!!"
The price is S$202
per night
24 May - 25 May
Shangri-La Rasa Ria, Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Over all it was a great experience! "
The price is S$102
per night
24 May - 25 May
Hyatt Regency Kinabalu
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Hilton Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (860)
"Great buffet breakfast. And access to executive lounge for free canapes and drinks at 5pm-7pm was amazing. Gym was ok nothing special "
The price is S$108
per night
5 May - 6 May
Hilton Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
The Magellan Sutera Resort
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Some furniture a little aged. Bathtub stopper doesn’t work. WiFi is the absolute worst of any 5star hotel I’ve ever been in. Keeps kicking u out every time you closed the phone. Have to relog in EVERY time you turn on the phone. Cell signals sucks so u are reliant on the wifi. But overall great value for such a large oceanfront suite. Location cannot be beat. Amenity is awesome and views are great. "
The price is S$267
per night
14 May - 15 May
The Magellan Sutera Resort
2 bars/lounges, cocktail bar, lobby lounge
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Superb"
The price is S$126
per night
21 May - 22 May
Le Meridien Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (526)
"Huge rooms and very comfortsble, with great views to the ocean. Check in , concierge, pool and retaurant staff were wonderful. Swimming pool was great. Would highly recomend."
The price is S$147
per night
5 May - 6 May
Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Gaya Island Resort
5.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (436)
"Had a lovely stay, would like to have seen more food options and later bar food service. Activities team were great, reception and waiting staff were not very friendly, expected a higher level of service. "
The price is S$465
per night
6 May - 7 May
Gaya Island Resort
Poolside bar
Gayana Marine Resort
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (435)
"Its nice/modern interior, beautiful ocean front. It was really amazing and I strongly recommend to choose ocean view room "
The price is S$331
per night
10 May - 11 May
Gayana Marine Resort
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (644)
"Hotel is conveniently situated in the city centre. A short walk to the harbour and markets, restaurants, and a shopping mall. Rooms are spacious and has everything a traveller might need. As with most hotels in Malaysia, it needs some housekeeping attention and maintenance."
The price is S$67
per night
5 May - 6 May
Mercure Kota Kinabalu City Centre
View from room
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
5.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (120)
"Good location with shopping Centre and dining around the premises. "
The price is S$176
per night
5 May - 6 May
Hyatt Centric Kota Kinabalu
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
5.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"A resort for relaxing and chill… "
The price is S$231
per night
5 May - 6 May
The Pacific Sutera Hotel
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The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"Wonderful stay at Luma, a modern and tastefully designed boutique hotel. "
The price is S$92
per night
13 May - 14 May
The LUMA Hotel - A Member of Design Hotels
Restaurant
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (102)
"Staff were very helpful and even though I arrived very early am, they were still very friendly."
The price is S$88
per night
13 May - 14 May
Holiday Inn Express Kota Kinabalu City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Reception
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (358)
"overall ok ,but internet speed a little slower than USA & S.Korea . little hard to use the internet , guess need some more improvement for this ."
Hotel Shangri-La Kota Kinabalu
View from room
Hotel 7 Suria
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (87)
"Very convenient location in town. Place was clean and comfortable. A bit weird, since it is on the 7th floor of the Sabah Mall, but separate lifts (one lift for rooms, another for mall) eased my mind. Just a short walk away from the seafood heaven of KK, and there was a day market around the corner on Sunday. Breakfast was plentiful, in terms of choices and food. "
The price is S$57
per night
12 May - 13 May
Hotel 7 Suria
Aerial view
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
5.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (156)
"it is a wonderful trip, we have a very good time during the stay, the sea is beautiful, the room is nice, all staff are so friendly and nice."
The price is S$306
per night
10 May - 11 May
Bunga Raya Island Resort & Spa
View from room
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (517)
"Pleasant hotel overlooking the ocean and close to the central area of KK. Attentive staff and excellent food choices within the hotel and surrounding area."
The price is S$103
per night
5 May - 6 May
Promenade Hotel Kota Kinabalu
Outdoor pool
Grandis Hotel
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (867)
"overall ok, but the shower not hot enough"
The price is S$93
per night
21 May - 22 May
Grandis Hotel
Outdoor pool
Borneo Beach Villas
4.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (339)
"Our stay was pleasant. The rooms were pretty and the views were amazing. Some things around need fixing and maintenance is due for so many things. However the staff and service were excellent. "
The price is S$99
per night
10 May - 11 May
Borneo Beach Villas
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Kota Kinabalu Esplanade hotels information

Number of reviews
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518 hotels
Lowest Price
S$57
Highest Price
S$465

Destinations near Kota Kinabalu

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Oceanus Waterfront Mall

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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Oceanus Waterfront Mall

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 306 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 306 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 Tunku Abdul Rahman Park, Tanjung Aru Perdana Park or Signal Hill Observatory Platform. Sedco Square, Downbelow Adventure Centre and Water World Theme Park are fun stops for the whole family while you're in town. At Sapi Island, Kota Kinabalu Wetlands Centre and Sabah Agricultural Park, you can surround yourself with nature.

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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu

5/5 Excellent
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"I had a good rest during my trip. Thank you for the good service."
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Shangri-La Tanjung Aru, Kota Kinabalu