Where to stay · Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Where to stay in Kuala Lumpur
6 areas worth booking in Kuala Lumpur, sorted by the budget each one actually suits — what the neighborhood feels like, and what a night there costs.
Budget — best areas
≈ $20 / nightThe atmospheric old quarter: Sri Mahamariamman temple, hawker stalls, Central Market and bargain stays.
KL's Little India: banana-leaf curries, fragrant garlands and the gateway to KL Sentral station.
Budget picks to book
Mid-range — best areas
≈ $70 / nightThe neon shopping-and-clubbing strip: Pavilion mall, Jalan Alor street-food and Changkat's bars.
A leafy district loved by expats for its cafés, restaurants, bars and night market.
Mid-range picks to book
Luxury — best areas
≈ $220 / nightAround the Petronas Twin Towers: luxury hotels, the Suria mall, KLCC Park and KL's smartest fine dining.
Polished expat suburbs of high-rise condos, malls and international restaurants.
Luxury picks to book
Now pick the hotel
The Kuala Lumpur guide carries the full shortlist for each tier, with why each hotel is on it.