Search Hostels in Kuala Lumpur

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for exploring. We’ve heard good things about the Chinatown and other attractions in this destination, as well as activities like shopping.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices and a social atmosphere.

Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the highest reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to start: PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe - 2-minute walk from KL Sentral Station for easy access to public transport. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a rooftop terrace. You’ll find towels, showers and free WiFi in all rooms. The Explorers Guesthouse and Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Kuala Lumpur Pasar Seni Station. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. You’ll find towels, showers and linens in all rooms. The Bed KLCC - Hostel - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Bukit Nanas Station. Property features include free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance. Rooms come with towels, showers and free WiFi. Hexa Hotel & Backpackers Capsules Bukit Bintang - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Bukit Bintang Station and Raja Chulan Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find towels, showers and linens in all rooms.

If you’re in the market for a low-cost place to stay in Kuala Lumpur, one of Expedia’s 57 hostels could be a great option.

Good weather’s definitely a plus when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually March and May, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Kuala Lumpur are November, December, April and October, with each month seeing an average of 310 mm of rainfall.

Overall, Kuala Lumpur is known for its skyscrapers, architecture and restaurants. Top attractions include KLCC Park and Petronas Twin Towers. Get out into nature with places such as Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park, Perdana Botanical Gardens and Batu Caves. Cultural attractions include DBKL City Theatre, Petrosains Science Discovery Centre and Islamic Arts Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in Kuala Lumpur in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Subang (SZB-Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah), located 10 mi (16.2 km) away. An alternative is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), which is 27.1 mi (43.6 km) away. When you’re out and about, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Take advantage of metro transport at Bukit Bintang Station, Imbi Station and Raja Chulan Station. To see more of the area, take a train from Kuala Lumpur Masjid Jamek Station, Kuala Lumpur Pasar Seni Station or Kuala Lumpur Station.