Overview
Kingston Hotel is a straightforward 2-star budget stay built into the ground floor of KK Times Square — no pretensions about being anything more than a functional base.
Rooms
48 rooms across three types (Superior King is 24 sqm), each with safety deposit box; rooms do not accommodate extra beds or cots.
Does Kingston Hotel have a pool?
No, this property does not have a pool.
Dining
No in-house restaurant — Nyonya House (Asian/Malaysian) sits directly below the hotel, and KK Times Square has additional affordable eateries within walking distance.
What guests consistently say
Reviews for this tier of hotel tend to be short and practical, and Kingston's follow that pattern: guests describe it as a handy, no-frills base for a short stay, with the location inside KK Times Square making food easy to find. There isn't a strong recurring complaint pattern in the sources checked, but there also isn't a standout amenity — it's positioned squarely as a place to sleep between activities rather than a destination in itself.
Who this hotel suits
Good fit if you want the cheapest reasonable CBD-adjacent base and don't need amenities beyond a clean room and Wi-Fi.
Skip if you want any amenities beyond the basics, or if you specifically need a room that accommodates extra beds — this hotel doesn't offer that.
Amenities checklist
- No pool
- No confirmed airport shuttle
- No in-house restaurant
- 24-hour front desk
- Free Wi-Fi (standard across all properties)
This is a 2-star budget property, not 3-star. No confirmed airport shuttle — budget for a taxi/Grab (~10-15 min).
Location & getting around
| Landmark | Distance / time |
|---|---|
| Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) | 8.8-9 km · 10-15 min |
| KK Times Square | Ground floor |
Frequently asked
How far is Kingston Hotel from Kota Kinabalu Airport?
About 8.8-9 km · 10-15 min by car, depending on traffic.
Does Kingston Hotel have a pool?
No, this property does not have a pool.
What dining options are at Kingston Hotel?
No in-house restaurant — Nyonya House (Asian/Malaysian) sits directly below the hotel, and KK Times Square has additional affordable eateries within walking distance.
Does Kingston Hotel offer extra beds?
No, rooms do not accommodate extra beds or cots — the room types are fixed for the stated occupancy.
Is Kingston Hotel walkable to restaurants?
Yes, Nyonya House is directly below the hotel and KK Times Square has additional affordable eateries within walking distance.