lyf Chinatown Kuala Lumpur

Hotels
lyf
8.6 (2943 reviews)
13, Jalan Raja Chulan , Kuala Lumpur , my

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Great location
Comfortable stay
Cons:
Limited breakfast options
Noise issues
Lack of room cleaning

Categories

Cleanliness
8.7
The room was super clean and housekeeping was performed regularly.
Service
9
Friendly and helpful staff mentioned in multiple reviews.
Location
9.2
Perfect location near Chinatown and easily accessible.
Room Quality
8.7
Comfortable bed and well-furnished rooms, although some noise issues noted.
Amenities
8.4
Limited amenities with some communal facilities, but generally satisfactory.
Value for Money
8.9
High value for the price, especially given the cleanliness and location.
Food and Beverage
7.2
Breakfast options were limited and not satisfying as per reviews.
Overall Experience
8.7
Overall positive experience with some room for improvements.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 14:31

Property Description

Modern Accommodation and Amenities
Enjoy air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs, safety deposit boxes, and private bathrooms. Some rooms even come with kitchenettes!

Convenient Facilities
Take advantage of the fitness center, free WiFi, a shared kitchen, a restaurant, and a terrace. Don't forget to relax in the shared lounge or grab a drink at the on-site bar.

Exploration and Adventure
Embark on exciting adventures like cycling in Kuala Lumpur! Also, discover nearby attractions like Berjaya Times Square and Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia.

Book now and experience the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur with us at lyf Chinatown Kuala Lumpur!

Important information:

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 2943 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.7
Service: 9
Location: 9.2
Room Quality: 8.7
Amenities: 8.4
Value for Money: 8.9
Food and Beverage: 7.2
Overall Experience: 8.7
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ScottyMac75 solo_traveller th
8
A funky hotel in Chinatown.
Pros:

A very funky hotel about a 10 minute walk to Petaling street the main restaurant and shopping area in Chinatown. Other attractions such as the Bird Park and Aquarium were only 10-15 minutes by taxi

We stayed in a room with a kitchenette which had a nice fridge and kitchen area. I especially liked the filtered water tap in the room, which meant we didn't have to keep buying water.

On the 12th floor there is a nice indoor and outdoor seating area along with games. They also had a gym and a laundry area. The 13th floor has a nice roof area.

The staff were helpful and I would definitely recommend staying here if you are looking for a reasonably priced hotel in walking distance to Chinatown along with easy taxi - Grab - journeys to the main sights

Cons:

Echoing other comments, the breakfast was interesting...it is basically a prepackaged meal that they microwave up once you pick It. The aim, apparently is to take a go it's not meant to be a buffet. If you are used to a buffet with a wide selection this won't be to your taste - my family and I picked and chose bits from the meal There is free flow hot drinks and toast but if you are picky or have children, I would advise either buying something in or going out for breakfast.

2026-07-25 via Nuitee
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Taha solo_traveller ae
8
Pros:

Great Location
Near Petaling street
So close to metro station

Cons:

Small room
More to 3 stars hotel not 4 stars

2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Nischt Jibts family_with_children de
9
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Montassir solo_traveller ma
10
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Maud extended_group nl
9
Een leuk hotel op een centrale ligging met vriendelijk personeel en fijne vibe.
Pros:

De locatie

Cons:

Het ontbijt was niet super

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Stefania family_with_children it
9
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Dean solo_traveller us
9
I would definitely stay at this hotel again. The staff were generally helpful and did their job efficiently.
Pros:

The property was clean and near public transport.

Cons:

There was nothing to dislike about the facility.

2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Al solo_traveller us
5
Pros:

The beds were comfortable, the a/c worked. I'm happy I chose a room without a window. Without the sun and outside noise, I slept like a rock.

Cons:

I didn't like the breakfast set up. You get a microwaved TV dinner and some juice. Coffee and tea are available. I also wasn't a fan of having to get filtered water down the hall. More like a dorm room than a hotel, in my opinion.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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Basuki extended_group id
9
Pros:

Location very strategic

Cons:

Water heater not working properly

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Janneke couple nl
9
2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Rakibul solo_traveller bd
8
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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hatem family_with_children qa
8
مكان نظيف مرتب
Pros:

مكان نظيف والموقع جيد

Cons:

موظفة الاستقبال غير لطيفة وغير متعاونة

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Adam family_with_children gb
7
Fab location for china town & great value
Pros:

Great value for the location. Enjoyed the top floor where the kitchen and mini gym was.

Cons:

The staff seemed pretty uninterested in most questions or requests. Felt a bit like you were an uninvited guest.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Azrul couple my
10
2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Emanuele P solo_traveller it
8
Bello!
Pros:

Hotel moderno, camera grande e confortevole.
Ottima insonorizzazione. Colazione inclusa buona (nasi lemak molto buono!)
Posizione ottima per taxi e visita di chinatown.
Acqua dei rubinetti potabile. Prezzo in linea con quanto offerto e per i prezzi medi di kl.

Cons:

Forse la colazione dovrebbe essere più varia ma per # mattine va bene così.

2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Anne-Sophie solo_traveller fr
9
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Yurii solo_traveller ua
7
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Hassan family_with_children fr
9
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Montassir solo_traveller ma
10
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Linda extended_group sg
10
Four of us Seniors had a most awesome time feasting on durians during our 3 day stay at Lyf!
Pros:

We love the location as it’s a short walk to eat at our favourite Durian stall :- DURICH at 136 Jalan Petaling near Chinatown.

The staff helped us by recommending DURICH and helping us 4 Senior Ladies to get Grab to see Dear You at Pavillion and also to catch our KTM train back to Singapore.

Cons:

Shower caps should be provided at the counter when we checked in.

2026-07-15 via Nuitee