Best Hostels in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for Solo Travellers, Couples, and Groups

Best Hostels in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for Solo Travellers, Couples, and Groups
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Kuala Lumpur (KL) is the capital and largest city in Malaysia. It's also a melting pot of different cultures that make up the city's character, neighborhoods, and cuisine. Like elsewhere in Southeast Asia, KL is a relatively affordable place to visit. There are many tourists that travel to the area so there is no shortage of hostels and budget guesthouses that you can choose from. Because KL is a such a large and sprawling city, it's important to be near public transportation. There are a variety of neighborhoods that you'll want to exploring while you're in town and many of them are spread out.
How much do hostels in Kuala Lumpur cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Kuala Lumpur here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.



A good hostel for solo travellers, couples, and small groups.

Dorm Bed from $8.60
Overall Rating: 89%
63 B, Jalan Sultan Ismail, Bukit Bintang,, Kuala Lumpur
Sunshine Bedz is another top rated hostel in Kuala Lumpur. It's located on the famous Bukit Bintang Walk close to the KL Tower and the Petronas Twin Towers. It's also very close to public transportation. The monorail station is right across the street and there are popular shopping centers in the area. If you want to experience KL's nightlife then the Changkat district with all of its clubs and restaurants, is just a three minute walk away.

This is a fun hostel that attracts a young and energetic crowd. If you're traveling alone, or even if you're with a group of friends, it won't be long before you meet other travelers. It's a popular place to stay so there always seems to be people around to chat with.

Guests can choose between private and dorm rooms. There are a wide variety of private rooms available including singles, doubles, and four bed rooms. Dorms sleep four or six people and female only, male only, and co-ed rooms are all available.

The hostel is family-run and has a modern design that focuses on cleanliness and comfort.


Dorm Bed from $14.67
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
A-12-01 Mercu Summer Suites 8 Jalan Cendana, Kuala Lumpur
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a common room, and board games. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, key card access, parking, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, housekeeping, and a mini-supermarket are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $5.44
Private Room from $7.67
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
90 Jalan Pudu Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Sha La La @ Kuala Lumpur is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, towels included, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $6.57
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 98%
25(2nd Floor), Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock City Centre, Kuala Lumpur
This terrific hostel offers friendly service. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. Wi-fi, towels included, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $11.19
Private Room from $12.16
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 93%
118B Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
This terrific hostel offers friendly service and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $14.35
Private Room from $10.95
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 91%
G-1 Vortex KLCC 12 Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a common room, and board games. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a cafe and a microwave. Wi-fi, 24 hour reception, key card access, towels included, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $21.65
Private Room from $23.23
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 90%
No.17, Jalan Tun H S Lee, Kuala Lumpur
This terrific hostel offers friendly service and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. Wi-fi, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $7.58
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 90%
Putra Majestik, Jalan Kasipillay, Kuala Lumpur
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a swimming pool, a common room, board games, and cable tv. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, luggage storage, key card access, parking, towels included, internet access, air conditioning, housekeeping, and a mini-supermarket are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.
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