Kuala Lumpur Hostels

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Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Travel Hub Guesthouse

7.0 / 10

(285 Reviews)

From 10$
Dorms Kl 2 Hostel

8.3 / 10

(1155 Reviews)

From 24$
Sojourn Guest House

8.6 / 10

(309 Reviews)

From 51$
Raizzy'S Guesthouse

4.4 / 10

(44 Reviews)

From 14$
Reggae Mansion Hostel Kuala Lumpur

8.1 / 10

(423 Reviews)

From 263$

If you are looking for a place to stay during your upcoming trip to Kuala Lumpur, you may be wondering if a hostel is the right option for you. Let’s take a look at some of the pros and cons of staying in a hostel versus other types of accommodation.

Hostels are typically much cheaper than other types of accommodation, like hotels. This can be a major plus if you are on a tight budget. Hostels also offer a more social environment, which can be a great way to meet other travellers and make new friends.

On the other hand, hostels can often be less private than other types of accommodation. If you are looking for a place to relax and get some peace and quiet, a hostel may not be the best choice. Additionally, some hostels can be a bit noisy, especially if they are busy.

All in all, hostels can be a great way to save money and meet new people while travelling. If you are comfortable with the idea of sharing a room and don’t mind a bit of noise, a hostel may be the perfect option for you.

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Travel Hub Guesthouse Dorms Kl 2 Hostel Sojourn Guest House Raizzy'S Guesthouse Cheap Hostels in Kuala Lumpur Reggae Mansion Hostel Kuala Lumpur Sudo Guesthouse Pods The Backpackers Home & Cafe, Kuala Lumpur Family Hostels in Kuala Lumpur Penthouse On 34 - The Highest Unit And Best Views In Regalia & Private Rooftop Terrace The Bed Klcc Hostel Twin Towers Dorms Hostel

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7
Good
285 Reviews

Travel Hub Guesthouse

📍 First Floor, 15 Jalan Balai Polis, Off Jalan Petaling

From 10$

Set in Golden Triangle district, the 2-star Travel Hub Guesthouse is 10 minutes by foot from the renowned eco - tourism Kuala Lumpur Bird Park. Thanks to a tube station, set nearby, this hostel is well-connected with other parts of Kuala Lumpur.

The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 30 km from the Kuala Lumpur property. It will take 20 minutes' walk to the expansive Aquaria Aquarium. Serving different delicacies, Urban Artisan is situated at 50 metres of this Kuala Lumpur hostel. Travel Hub Guesthouse is set in close vicinity of Petaling Street. Pasar Seni Hub bus station can be found at 300 metres from the Kuala Lumpur accommodation.

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8.3
Very good
1155 Reviews

Dorms Kl 2 Hostel

📍 20 Jalan Pudu Lama

From 24$

Set in Bukit Bintang district, the 3-star Dorms Kl 2 Hostel is at 1.8 km distance from Petronas Twin Towers.

The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 35 km from Dorms Kl 2 Hostel. The lively Petaling Chinatown Street Market is set 750 metres to the hostel. Restoran Sri Ganesa restaurant is located 5 minutes' walk to this Kuala Lumpur accommodation. Taman Eko Rimba KL is also set close by. Menara Maybank bus stop can be reached within 150 metres and the closest underground station Merdeka is set 550 metres away from Dorms Kl 2 Hostel.

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8.6
Excellent
309 Reviews

Sojourn Guest House

📍 No 1 & 3 Jalan Pandan Indah 4/2

From 51$

Sojourn Guest House, located in 10 minutes' drive from Kuala Lumpur Badminton Stadium, offers guests complimentary parking, a wellness centre and a treatment room. The Kuala Lumpur hostel is also 10 minutes' ride from CIDB Convention Centre.

The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 40 km from this accommodation. Restaurant Zai Kee restaurant is available less than 5 minutes on foot from the hostel. Chinatown is located 7 km from the property. There is LRT Cempaka bus station close to Sojourn Guest House, it's just 1 km away.

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4.4
Good
44 Reviews

Raizzy'S Guesthouse

📍 165G, Jalan Tun H.S.Lee

From 14$

The 2-star Raizzy'S Guesthouse is situated in Golden Triangle district, in 10 minutes' walk of Petaling Street. Thanks to a tube station, set nearby, this hostel is well-connected with other parts of Kuala Lumpur.

The property is located in the shopping district of Kuala Lumpur, steps away from Chinatown. It will take 20 minutes' walk to the expansive Aquaria Aquarium. Guests may find Cafe etc café 50 metres to this Kuala Lumpur hostel. Raizzy'S Guesthouse is set in 10 minutes' ride from the 20 hectare KLCC Park. The Kuala Lumpur accommodation is less than 32 minutes by car to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah airport.

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8.1
Very good
423 Reviews

Reggae Mansion Hostel Kuala Lumpur

📍 53, Jalan Tun H.S. Lee

From 263$

Reggae Mansion Hostel is located 15 minutes' walk of Alor Street and offers 24-hour front desk assistance and tour/ticket assistance. There is the 20 hectare KLCC Park in a 10-minute drive from the Kuala Lumpur hostel.

Due to its central location, this lovely 3-star property ensures proximity to Central Wet Market. The city centre can be reached within a 20-minute walk. Hong Ngek Restaurant 風月酒家 treats guests with Asian and Chinese dishes and is set nearly 5 minutes' walk away. The renowned eco-tourism Kuala Lumpur Bird Park is located nearly 15 minutes' walk from Reggae Mansion Hostel. Kota Raya Terminal bus station is a 5-minute walk of this lovely accommodation.

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Hotels in Kuala Lumpur

Airport nearby ✈️ Kuala Lumpur International, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah
Average Price 💰 63$
Hotels in Kuala Lumpur 🏨 1763
Hotel Reviews ⭐ 43545
Landmarks nearby 📍 Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, Petrosains Science Discovery Centre, Kuala Lumpur City Gallery, Perdana Botanical Gardens
Best reviews Hotel ❤️ Travel Hub Guesthouse
Family Hotel 👪 Dorms Kl 2 Hostel
Hotel with balcony 🌤️ Sojourn Guest House

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7.7
Very good
747 Reviews

Sudo Guesthouse

📍 27 Jalan Pudu Lama, Bukit Bintang

From 13$

The 2-star Sudo Guesthouse is situated in Bukit Bintang district, within 15 minutes' stroll from Alor Street. Thanks to a tube station, set nearby, this hostel is well-connected with other parts of Kuala Lumpur.

The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 35 km from the Kuala Lumpur property. Jalan Masjid India is located in 5 minutes' stroll to the Kuala Lumpur hostel. Serving Mediterranean, Asian and fusion meals, Em by Tedboy is less than 5 minutes' stroll away. Sudo Guesthouse is set in 15 minutes' stroll to Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Pudu Sentral bus station can be found 5 minutes' stroll from the hostel.

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Family Hostels in Kuala Lumpur

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7.2
Good
317 Reviews

Pods The Backpackers Home & Cafe, Kuala Lumpur

📍 G-6, No 30

From 29$

The 2-star Pods Backpackers Home & Cafe, Kuala Lumpur is just a 10-minute walk from the Prehistory gallery "National Museum", while Watsons @ Mid Valley Megamall is 5 minutes away by car. The hostel offers board games and a games room for guests travelling with children.

Being set near an underground station, the comfortable accommodation provides easy access to Little India Brickfields. This hostel is situated in the touristic area of Kuala Lumpur, close to Madrasathul Gouthiyyah Surau Brickfields Mosque. Serving Indian and Asian specialities, Saravanaa Bhavan is around 5 minutes' stroll away. The lively Petaling Chinatown Street Market is located nearly a 20-minute stroll to Pods The Backpackers Home & Cafe, Kuala Lumpur. The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 30 km from this Kuala Lumpur hostel.

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8.3
Very good
566 Reviews

Penthouse On 34 - The Highest Unit And Best Views In Regalia & Private Rooftop Terrace

📍 C-33A-3A, Regalia Residence Jalan Anjung Putra, Off, Jalan Sultan Ismail

From 10$

Set within 10 minutes' ride from the literally Independence square "Dataran Merdeka", Penthouse On 34 - The Highest Unit And Best Views In Regalia & Private Rooftop Terrace provides an outdoor swimming pool, a sunbathing terrace and a picnic area. The rooms in this hostel have a microwave and a refrigerator for guests to cook their food.

The property is located in Chow Kit district of Kuala Lumpur. The Kuala Lumpur hostel is set a 10-minute drive from Suria KLCC Shopping Mall. Serving a wide range of dishes, Dc Comics Superheroes Cafe and Onde Onde can be reached within 7 minutes’ walk. Penthouse On 34 - The Highest Unit And Best Views In Regalia & Private Rooftop Terrace is set 2.7 km to the large 1960s National Mosque of Malaysia. The hostel is located 36 minutes' drive from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah airport.

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8.4
Very good
1132 Reviews

The Bed Klcc Hostel

📍 Jalan Sultan Ismail

From 36$

The 2-star Bed Klcc Hostel is situated in Kuala Lumpur City-Centre district, a mere 1 km of Petronas Twin Towers.

The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 35 km from The Bed Klcc Hostel. This hostel is located within a 19 minutes' walk away of Central Wet Market. Arthur's Bar & Grill offers international dishes and lies in 50 metres away. The Kuala Lumpur hostel is set only 1.9 km to the 20 hectare KLCC Park. A 15-minute walk will take you to Bukit Bintang tube station.

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8.9
Excellent
153 Reviews

Twin Towers Dorms Hostel

📍 Summer Suites, Jalan Cendana Golden Triangle

From 33$

This 2-star Twin Towers Dorms Hostel is located only 10 minutes on foot from Petronas Twin Towers and at 1.4 km distance from Pavilion KL. For guests’ convenience, the hostel offers complimentary parking and a conference room.

The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 35 km from the Kuala Lumpur accommodation. This Kuala Lumpur hostel is 400 metres of Hard Rock Cafe and serves American dishes. Aquaria is set 1.4 km of the Kuala Lumpur property. Bus Station bus stop can be reached within 200 metres and the closest underground station Klcc is set 950 metres away from Twin Towers Dorms Hostel.

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8.6
Excellent
290 Reviews

Chinatown Hostel By Mingle

📍 53, Jalan Sultan

From 11$

Nestled amidst a restaurant and a bar, 25 minutes' walk of the renowned eco - tourism Kuala Lumpur Bird Park, Mingle Petaling Street - Free Communal Dinner & Drink Activity Starts From 7Pm Everyday comprises 20 rooms. The Kuala Lumpur hostel is located in a 10-minute drive from the 20 hectare KLCC Park.

While staying at the comfortable 2-star accommodation, guests have access to the lively Petaling Chinatown Street Market. The city centre can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Happy Dragon Chinatown Cafe & Restaurant with European, Thai and Chinese cuisine is 5 minutes' walk away. Alor Street is located 25 minutes' walk of Mingle Petaling Street - Free Communal Dinner & Drink Activity Starts From 7Pm Everyday. Well-connected to many sights, the property is about 5 minutes' walk of Pasar Seni Hub bus station.

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8.7
Excellent
124 Reviews

Atio Backpackers Kl Sentral Hostel

📍 64A Jalan Berhala, Brickfields

From 11$

This 2-star Atio Backpackers Kl Sentral Hostel is located approximately a 20-minute walk from Chinatown and approximately a 15-minute walk to the plan Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia. Some units at the Kuala Lumpur hostel include a microwave oven, refrigerators and kitchenware.

The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 30 km from the Kuala Lumpur accommodation. The city centre can be reached within a 10-minute walk. Guests can try Indian and Asian dishes in MTR 1924 Malaysia, located 5 minutes by foot from this hostel. The shopping Watsons @ Mid Valley Megamall is set approximately a 15-minute walk to Atio Backpackers Kl Sentral Hostel. A 10-minute walk will take you to National Museum tube station.

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8.8
Excellent
519 Reviews

Sunshine Bedz Hostel

📍 63B Jalan Sultan Ismail

From 10$

The 2-star Sunshine Bedz Kuala Lumpur is set 5 minutes' walk of the upscale Starhill Gallery Mall and only 5 minutes' walk from The Weld. The hostel features a nightclub and live performances for guests' comfort.

Set in Bukit Bintang district, the Kuala Lumpur property is also close to the expansive Aquaria Aquarium. The lake is 0.7 km away. Serving different delicacies, Dining In The Dark KL is situated in 5 minutes' walk of this Kuala Lumpur hostel. Sunshine Bedz Kuala Lumpur lies close to KLCC - Bukit Bintang Pedestrian Walkway Shopping Centre. The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah airport, around 35 km from the Kuala Lumpur property.

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8
Very good
226 Reviews

Birdnest Guesthouse, Gaia Rooftop Cafe

📍 210, Jalan Tun Hs Lee

From 11$

The 2-star Birdnest Guesthouse, Gaia Rooftop Cafe is situated within 15 minutes' walk of Sultan Abdul Samad Building and nearly 10 minutes' walk to the Prehistory gallery "National Museum". A parking is available nearby.

The nearest airport is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, 30 km from Birdnest Guesthouse, Gaia Rooftop Cafe. The city centre can be reached within a 15-minute walk. Guests can try Asian and Chinese dishes in Restoran Vegetarian Wan Fo Yuan situated about a 5-minute stroll away. Birdnest Guesthouse, Gaia Rooftop Cafe is nestled in proximity of the lively Petaling Chinatown Street Market. Pasar Seni Hub bus station can be found around 5 minutes' stroll to this Kuala Lumpur hostel.

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6.4
Good
170 Reviews

Regalia Suites 109 - Kuala Lumpur

📍 Unit #A13 - 06, No. 2, Jalan Anjung Putra, Off Jalan Sultan Ismail

From 35$

Regalia Suites - Kuala Lumpur is situated 10 minutes' drive from the historic square "Dataran Merdeka" and at 1.8 km distance from Bank Negara Malaysia Museum and Art Gallery.

Regalia Suites - Kuala Lumpur offers accommodation in Chow Kit district, Kuala Lumpur. The city centre can be reached within a 30-minute walk. Dc Comics Superheroes Cafe lies 7 minutes' walk to the Kuala Lumpur hostel. Central Wet Market is located within a 10-minute ride away from the hostel. Pekeliling Terminal bus station can be found 10 minutes' walk to Regalia Suites - Kuala Lumpur.

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7.5
Very good
438 Reviews

Orange Pekoe Guesthouse

📍 1-1 Jalan Angsoka

From 36$

Orange Pekoe Guesthouse stands just a 10-minute walk away from the shopping mall "Sungei Wang Plaza" and features airport transfer, 24-hour front desk assistance and tour/ticket assistance. The Kuala Lumpur hostel is located nearly a 15-minute walk to Central Wet Market.

While staying at the property, guests have access to the state-of-the-art Aquaria Oceanarium. The city centre can be reached within a 30-minute walk. Restoran Nagasari Curry House restaurant with Mediterranean, Indian, Asian and Malaysian cuisine is just 50 metres away. The award-winning Pavilion KL Shopping Mall is placed next to Orange Pekoe Guesthouse. The property is at 650 metres from StarMart Express Checkin Kiosk bus station.

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Kuala Lumpur Hostels FAQ
What are the top budget hostels in Kuala Lumpur?
To save up, consider budget Kuala Lumpur options like Serenity Hostels or Sojourn Guest House that offer 24-hour room service, a wellness centre and 24 hour front desk assistance.
What are the best student hostels in Kuala Lumpur?
Backpakers searching for a budget stay in Kuala Lumpur will find The Bed Klcc or Sojourn Guest House offering rock-bottom rates at 51US$ per night.
What are the best hostels next to Chinatown
Among 16 deals not far from Chinatown, book Orange Pekoe Guesthouse rating: 8.4/10 for about 36US$ or Chinatown Hostel By Mingle rating: 8.8/10 for approximately 26US$ per night.

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