Recommended Serviced Suites/ Apartments/ Hotels for Kuala Lumpur
Updated as of 21/04/2015
Here are a few that I recommend,
and some I highly recommend against (at the bottom where they belong)
- Fraser Residence Kuala Lumpur
Off Jalan Sultan Ismail,
10, Jalan Cendana, Kampung Baru,
50250 Kuala Lumpur,
Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Newly built in January 2015, we were upgraded to the 1 bedroom apartment with the view overlooking the pool. Amazing 24 hour room service, excellent wi-fi signal, and a bed you would sink into- i cannot recommend anywhere better.
S$120/ night ++
Free Wi-fi throughout.
24 hour room service
Size of smallest suite: 42m2
- The Westin Kuala Lumpur
199 Jalan Bukit Bintang,
Bukit Bintang, 55100
Wilayah Persekutuan
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Family of the renowned chain of hotels, it has been recently renovated and is located smack right in the centre of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle. I had the privilege of staying in the executive suite on the 33rd floor, which is 80m2! Bigger than my house in Singapore!
The restaurant has an italian chef, who makes the best pizza I have tried in Asia. If you're like me, who doesn't like to leave the hotel and just wants to use all the facilities, The Westin should be your first choice. Their facility is always almost fully booked. I would suggest booking in advance for this hotel.
Room Service: 24 hours
Wi-Fi: Free within the entire hotel
Size of smallest suite: 42m2
Price Starting From: S$200/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
- Fraser Place
50450 Kuala Lumpur,
Wilayah Persekutuan
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Newly opened, renowned too and fully booked most of the time. It is located next to KLCC, and at certain wings of the compound, you get a view of the tower which is unfortunately the only pretty sight at night in Kuala Lumpur. With prior booking, you would get to choose between a 1 bedroom/ 2 bedrooms/ studio apartment.
Rates are surprisingly cheaper via walk-in than booking online.
Room Service: Till 10PM
Wi-Fi: Free within the entire hotel
Size of smallest suite: 42m2
Price Starting From: S$150/ Night
- Pacific Regency Hotel Suites
Off Jalan P.Ramlee, 50250 Kuala Lumpur,
Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This hotel is apparently famous for their Luna Bar and swimming pool- why I do not know. I did not get the chance to use either. It is of walking distance to the monorail and many taxis around.
For this hotel, I recommend booking online as the walk-in rate starts at S$300/ night.
Room Service: 24 hours
Wi-Fi: Free within the entire hotel
Size of smallest suite: 42m2
Price Starting From: S$100/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
- Berjaya Times Square Residences
http://www.berjayahotel.com/kualalumpur/
Location is splendid. It is within one of the largest shopping malls- Berjaya Times Square, and above the Berjaya Times Square Hotel. It is next to the monorail as well.
Room Service: Not Applicable
Wi-Fi: Not Applicable
Size of smallest suite: 50m2
Rates Usually Start From: S$75/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
- Silka Maytower Hotel& Residences
50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Similar system to Berjaya Times Square Residences, I had to call a lady on my booking voucher, who then brought me to my room. It is above the Silka Maytower Hotel, and located in Little India. There are tons of shops and street food around, it is always bustling there and I absolutely loved the local vibe there.
Room Service: Not Applicable
Wi-Fi: Not Applicable
Size of all suites: 61m2.
Rates Usually Start From: S$70/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
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The Nomad Sucasa All- Suite Hotel
http://www.thenomadsucasa.com/
222 Jalan Ampang,
50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
As the name suggests, the entire hotel are all suites. Location is fairly out of the way as it is near all the embassies. As the suites come with a kitchen, the supermarket opposite is extremely helpful and cheap. Food products that can only be usually found in the States or Europe are for sale there at reasonable prices. There are a few tiny malls around the area and it is 15 minutes walking distance to KLCC Towers. Wifi is almost non-existent and the hotel is old, so do not expect new furnishing.
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The Nomad Sucasa All- Suite Hotel
http://www.thenomadsucasa.com/
222 Jalan Ampang,
50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
As the name suggests, the entire hotel are all suites. Location is fairly out of the way as it is near all the embassies. As the suites come with a kitchen, the supermarket opposite is extremely helpful and cheap. Food products that can only be usually found in the States or Europe are for sale there at reasonable prices. There are a few tiny malls around the area and it is 15 minutes walking distance to KLCC Towers. Wifi is almost non-existent and the hotel is old, so do not expect new furnishing.
Room Service: 24 Hours
Wi-Fi: Don't bother really.
Size of smallest suite: 45m2.
Rates Usually Start From: S$70/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
Simple Hotels
For solo travellers
V'La Heritage Hotel
21, Jalan Berangan, Bukit Bintang,
50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Very generic walk-up building with about 20 rooms. If you do not plan on staying in your hotel, this is the place for you. Right smack in the middle of Bukit Bintang, next to Invito Hotel Suites- which is lovely, if I have to add. Club music all night will be playing from Invito's in-house club. Room has basic features.
Wi-fi and breakfast provided.
Room rates start from 29SGD onwards.
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Frenz Hotel
http://www.frenzhotel.com.my/
Frenz Hotel Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
135, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman
50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
135, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman
50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This hotel is located in Little India with a Zam Zam next to it. The hotel liased with Zam Zam for buffet breakfasts. The rooms are tiny, I would recommend this for solo travellers. As it is fairly new, the rooms are clean with no hidden dark corners of grime.. yet. Walk-in rates are cheaper than the online rates.
Room Service: Not Applicable
Wi-Fi: Free within entire hotel.
Size of the smallest room: 15m2
Rates Usually Start From: S$40/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
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Hotel 1915
http://www.hotel1915kl.com.my/
Leboh Ampang,
50100 Kuala Lumpur,
Wilayah Persekutuan
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This hotel is meant for solo travellers. Rooms are tiny, but very clean. Service staff were fairly nice to me- then again I was there to review the hotel so it could have been an exception. The hotel does not provide any dining options, but there is a 24 hours Burger King and Mcdonald's just a walk away, with a 7-11 nearby as well. It is right at the foot of the Monorail station. I was confused when I stepped into the room as there were no hot water flasks yet they provided coffee and glasses. Turns out you have to walk to the lift area whereby they have a water cooler on every floor. Location is key for this hotel. Rates are cheaper via walk-ins but they are always almost fully booked.
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Hotel 1915
http://www.hotel1915kl.com.my/
Leboh Ampang,
50100 Kuala Lumpur,
Wilayah Persekutuan
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
This hotel is meant for solo travellers. Rooms are tiny, but very clean. Service staff were fairly nice to me- then again I was there to review the hotel so it could have been an exception. The hotel does not provide any dining options, but there is a 24 hours Burger King and Mcdonald's just a walk away, with a 7-11 nearby as well. It is right at the foot of the Monorail station. I was confused when I stepped into the room as there were no hot water flasks yet they provided coffee and glasses. Turns out you have to walk to the lift area whereby they have a water cooler on every floor. Location is key for this hotel. Rates are cheaper via walk-ins but they are always almost fully booked.
Room Service: Not Applicable
Wi-Fi: Free within entire hotel.
Size of the smallest room: 11m2
Rates Usually Start From: S$40/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
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Prescott Inn Medan Tuanku
http://prescotthotels.asia/KLMedanTuanku/
No. 23, Lorong Medan Tuanku
Satu Off Jalan Sultan Ismail
50300, Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Prescott Inn has a few branches within KL. It's a standard hotel, but their room service is definitely value for money. It is at the foot of Chow Kit Monorail station, not the most glamorous area in KL, but a good hotel nonetheless. It is right next to a shopping mall, but I would suggest just to be a tad bit careful at night around the area. Online rates are cheaper than walk-ins. Their wifi is pretty much unreliable though.
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Prescott Inn Medan Tuanku
http://prescotthotels.asia/KLMedanTuanku/
No. 23, Lorong Medan Tuanku
Satu Off Jalan Sultan Ismail
50300, Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia
Prescott Inn has a few branches within KL. It's a standard hotel, but their room service is definitely value for money. It is at the foot of Chow Kit Monorail station, not the most glamorous area in KL, but a good hotel nonetheless. It is right next to a shopping mall, but I would suggest just to be a tad bit careful at night around the area. Online rates are cheaper than walk-ins. Their wifi is pretty much unreliable though.
Room Service: 24hours
Wi-Fi: Free within entire hotel.
Size of the smallest room: 22m2
Rates Usually Start From: S$50/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
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Frowned Upon Hotels
- Alpha Genesis Hotel
Location is terrible, staff is terrible, breakfast buffet is a waste of time.
They had cancelled my booking with no prior notice. Waited in the flies infested lobby for 15 minutes and headed to Fraser Place instead.
- Swiss Garden Residences
They had cancelled my booking with no prior notice. Waited in the flies infested lobby for 15 minutes and headed to Fraser Place instead.
- Citrus Hotel
Room Service: 24 hours
Wi-Fi: Free in the lobby
Size of smallest room: 25m2
Rates Usually Start From: S$50/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
- Quality Hotel City Centre
Room Service: Status Unknown
Wi-Fi: Chargeable
Size of smallest room: 25m2
Rates Usually Start From: S$50/ Night
(Not including 16% service tax)
I hope this list helps you pick better hotels in Kuala Lumpur. Feel free to email me with your opinions, and if I had made any mistakes, please correct me. Thank you!
*All prices stated were accurate upon publishing.