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The Kuala Lumpur Journal

4.0 star property
Hotel with an outdoor pool, a quick walk to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur

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Exterior
Breakfast served
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar
Reception

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is £76
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug

Room options

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

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Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar

Deluxe Triple Room (1 Queen and 1 Single), Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar

Deluxe Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar

Premier Triple Room (1 Queen and 1 Single), Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 301 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
30, Jalan Beremi,, Off Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 50200

What's nearby

  • Jalan Alor - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Pavilion Kuala Lumpur - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Berjaya Times Square - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Kuala Lumpur Tower - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Petronas Twin Towers - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Kuala Lumpur Masjid Jamek Station - 2 min drive
  • Bukit Bintang Station - 4 min walk
  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shawarma Halab - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Congkak - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Capitol Cafe 首都茶室 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sahara Tent Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Kuala Lumpur Journal

Upscale hotel near Jalan Alor
Located close to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Kuala Lumpur Tower, The Kuala Lumpur Journal provides a poolside bar, laundry facilities and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Journal Coffee Bar, serves breakfast. Free in-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and a lift
  • A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • A banquet hall, 3 meeting rooms and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool, helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 121 individually furnished rooms include comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Malay

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (MYR 10 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: MYR 47 for adults and MYR 24 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Journal Coffee Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Lift (173 centimetre wide door)
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately MYR 47 for adults and from MYR 24 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: MYR 10 per night
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Property Registration Number 91409-V
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel
Kuala Lumpur Journal
The Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel
The Kuala Lumpur Journal Kuala Lumpur
The Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kuala Lumpur Journal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

As of 6 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kuala Lumpur Journal on 6 Aug 2025 start from £76.22, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Kuala Lumpur Journal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Self-parking is available for MYR 10 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Checkout is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Kuala Lumpur Journal located?

Located in Bukit Bintang, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Jalan Alor and Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park and Kuala Lumpur Tower are also within 1 mi (2 km). Bukit Bintang Station is only a 4-minute walk and Raja Chulan Station is 6 minutes.

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The Kuala Lumpur Journal Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 584 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 1002 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Really nice rooms and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great location with excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great location in thick of the action. Friendly staff. Good breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Very nice hotel and will definitely come back again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10

Conveniently located near Bukit Bintang shopping district and night market (Jalan Alor). Staff are friendly and take the extra step to cater to the needs of guests. One plus point is that the hotel provides complimentary afternoon tea/snacks and supper/hot desserts in the evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Great hotel and even better location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

Staff, location and breakfast were excellent. The rooftop bar and pool is a great spot to have a drink as the sun goes down. We did have an issue with a moldy shower head which the staff replaced straight away, otherwise a perfect stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great location for Jalan Alor and twin towers.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

Quiet hotel just steps from main shopping area and lots of transport options. Good buffet breakfast and very helpful and friendly staff. God size room with lots of amenities. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10

Best doorman- very friendly and helpful
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Great location in Bukit Bintan, suitable for family, near to all eateries, hotel offers basic breakfast, customer service & staff attitude good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10

A bit dated but still very good Staff was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Lovely hotel with attentive staff. Great buffet breakfast. Cannot fault the service at all. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

nice location Friendly and polite staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10

Nice budget hotel near Jalan Alor food street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Amazing location, staff and facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Very well located hotel. The bedroom was gods and bed comfortable. Staff are very good especially Ammanul on the breakfast service. Would stay again .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Perfectly situated, you can walk to so many places including the night food market without the noise of the main road. The rooms was clean and with all that's needed. The staff was really helpful and professional. The swimming pool was definitely a nice ad-on considering the weather.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Great location and staff. Busy and exciting area if you enjoy a city experience
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Great location, close to mrt, monorail, shops and restaurants. Friendly and attentive staff, especially Anamul who provides exceptional services.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Location was perfect, staff was fantastic, excellent value!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great hotel in a central location. Friendly staff, good selection for breakfast and added treat in afternoon from 3 to 5 pm. Lovely roof top area to sit and have a drink or swim in pool
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

A very nice hotel with excellent friendly and helpful staff. Good located, city side with view to the twin towers.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025