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Hostels in Kuala Lumpur

1. The Bed KLCC - Hostel

The Bed KLCC - Hostel
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
$32
$38 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
The Bed KLCC - Hostel

2. The Explorers Guesthouse and Hostel

The Explorers Guesthouse and Hostel
Golden Triangle
$18
$22 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Explorers Guesthouse and Hostel

3. PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe

PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe
Brickfields
$16
$20 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe

4. Hexa Hotel & Backpackers Capsules Bukit Bintang

Hexa Hotel & Backpackers Capsules Bukit Bintang
Bukit Bintang
$32
$38 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hexa Hotel & Backpackers Capsules Bukit Bintang

5. Tropicana The Residence by KLCC

Tropicana The Residence by KLCC
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
$119
$131 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Tropicana The Residence by KLCC

6. Poolside By Mingle

Poolside By Mingle
Bukit Bintang
$24
$28 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Poolside By Mingle

7. The Bodhi Lodge - Hostel

The Bodhi Lodge - Hostel
Bangsar
$16
$20 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
The Bodhi Lodge - Hostel

8. The Estella Hotel Klang

The Estella Hotel Klang
Little India
$25
$30 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
The Estella Hotel Klang

9. ABC Hostel at Alpha Bukit Serdang Seri Kembangan

ABC Hostel at Alpha Bukit Serdang Seri Kembangan
Seri Kembangan
$14
$18 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
ABC Hostel at Alpha Bukit Serdang Seri Kembangan

10. CASA HOTEL KLIA 1

CASA HOTEL KLIA 1
Sepang
$15
$20 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
CASA HOTEL KLIA 1

11. Afie Hostel KLIA Airport Transit

Afie Hostel KLIA Airport Transit
Sepang
$17
$21 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Afie Hostel KLIA Airport Transit
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Top neighborhoods in Kuala Lumpur

Bukit Bintang

Bustling with shopping and entertainment, this district offers malls like Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, al-fresco cafés, and food streets. Don't miss the Shibuya-style pedestrian crossing and Berjaya Times Square Theme Park.

Kuala Lumpur City Centre

KLCC delivers Kuala Lumpur's wow factor with the iconic Petronas Twin Towers piercing the skyline. Wander through Suria KLCC mall for luxury shopping or escape to the park's dancing fountains. Art lovers can catch performances at the Petronas Philharmonic Hall while adventure seekers explore underwater worlds at Aquaria KLCC. Getting around couldn't be easier with three metro stations connecting you to the city. High-end hotels and serviced apartments offer plush digs with skyline views. The neighborhood buzzes with rooftop bars and international restaurants where business deals happen over craft cocktails.

Chow Kit

Dive into the sensory wonderland of Chow Kit, where the massive fresh market buzzes with locals haggling over spices and produce. Your nose leads you through aromatic street food stalls serving up nasi lemak and char kway teow. Traditional shophouses splash color onto streets while SOGO mall and night markets offer treasure hunting for the budget-conscious traveler. Getting around couldn't be easier with PWTC Station and Putra KTM Komuter Station connecting you to Kuala Lumpur's highlights. Budget hostels and guesthouses give your wallet a break, while the vibrant market scene wraps up by evening, revealing a quieter side of this authentic Malaysian neighborhood.

Brickfields

Step into Kuala Lumpur's "Little India" where the air buzzes with Tamil music and spicy aromas from street-side curry stalls. Brickfields dazzles with colorful shophouses, ornate Hindu temples like Sri Kandaswamy, and the serene Buddhist Maha Vihara Temple. Shop for silk saris, gold jewelry, and fragrant spices while temple bells chime in the background. Wander through markets where vendors sell marigold garlands and traditional crafts. The neighborhood centers around KL Sentral station, making transportation a breeze to anywhere in the city. Budget-friendly South Indian restaurants serve authentic banana leaf meals and creamy masala chai. Most visitors stay in affordable guesthouses, though mid-range hotels offer more amenities for travelers seeking extra comfort.

Bandar Tun Razak

The Bandar Tun Razak neighborhood offers attractions such as Kuala Lumpur Stadium and Axiata Arena.

Top landmarks in Kuala Lumpur

The Petronas Twin Towers and a bridge in Kuala Lumpur.

Petronas Twin Towers

8.8/10 (4,746 reviews)
Kuala Lumpur City Centre is home to Petronas Twin Towers and is a popular place to see in Kuala Lumpur. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
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A modern urban park with a winding water feature, surrounded by high-rise buildings and lush greenery.

KLCC Park

8.8/10 (2,911 reviews)
KLCC Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Kuala Lumpur City Centre. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
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A large indoor amusement park with a roller coaster, Ferris wheel, and various rides.

Berjaya Times Square

8.0/10 (2,018 reviews)
If thrills are what you're after, head to Berjaya Times Square, located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from central Kuala Lumpur. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Berjaya Times Square, you'll love MinNature Malaysia, just a short walk away.
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A dessert with a waffle, strawberries, and blueberries on a white plate.

Mid Valley Megamall

8.4/10 (2,144 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Mid Valley Megamall in Mid Valley City. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at The Gardens Mall, Bangsar Village, and KL Eco City.
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A busy urban street with a prominent building labeled 'Pavilion' and 'Armani / KL' on its facade.

Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

8.8/10 (3,944 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur in Kuala Lumpur City Centre. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Fahrenheit 88 Shopping Mall, Lot 10 Shopping Centre, and Sungei Wang Plaza.
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The Petronas Twin Towers illuminated at night with reflections on the water.
Photo by Silvija Sigurnjak Kranjčec

Suria KLCC Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (3,670 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Suria KLCC Shopping Centre in Kuala Lumpur City Centre. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Fahrenheit 88 Shopping Mall, and Changkat Bukit Bintang.
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A cityscape with modern buildings and a distinctive architectural structure.

University of Malaya

7.4/10 (466 reviews)
If you'd like to get a taste of Kuala Lumpur student life, check out University of Malaya, located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from central Kuala Lumpur. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
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Bukit Jalil National Stadium

7.4/10 (620 reviews)
Imagine soaking up the atmosphere at Bukit Jalil National Stadium, a stadium in Bandar Tun Razak. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you think Bukit Jalil National Stadium is cool, you also might like Axiata Arena and Kuala Lumpur Stadium, both located nearby.
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Kuala Lumpur and related destinations

Between the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, you'll find a city where street food vendors serve satay and noodles mere steps from air-conditioned megamalls. Explore Batu Caves, where 272 rainbow-painted steps lead to Hindu shrines guarded by monkeys with questionable manners. The National Zoo offers close encounters with Malaysian wildlife, while KidZania provides mini-city adventures for younger travelers. Chinatown's Petaling Street market transforms after dark into a haggler's paradise of knockoff watches and genuine flavors. For respite from tropical heat, the Lake Gardens offer verdant paths past orchid collections and a butterfly park. Don't miss Jalan Alor after sunset, when plastic stools and sizzling woks create the city's most authentic dining scene.

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The Petronas Twin Towers and surrounding skyscrapers in Kuala Lumpur at night.

Find out more about Kuala Lumpur

There's a lot visitors like about Kuala Lumpur, especially its restaurants and Chinatown. Nature lovers visiting Kuala Lumpur can explore top areas like KLCC Park. There's plenty more to see, including sights like Perdana Botanical Gardens and Kuala Lumpur Sentral.

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