The Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel

Hotels
8.8 (3610 reviews)
No. 30, Jalan Beremi, Off Jalan Sultan Ismail , Kuala Lumpur , my

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Good central location
Friendly and helpful staff
Cons:
Breakfast quality
Issues with room amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.55
Generally clean and quiet, but mentioned issues with flooding in the washbasin.
Service
9.55
Staff described as friendly and helpful in multiple reviews.
Location
9.55
Central location praised for convenience and accessibility.
Room Quality
8.55
Rooms are clean and comfortable, but some reviews noted they're a bit tired or cramped.
Amenities
8.55
Basic amenities available, but toiletries provided only on request.
Value for Money
8.55
Good value for central location, though some reviews felt it was overpriced.
Food and Beverage
8.05
Breakfast options criticized for quality and preparation time.
Overall Experience
9.05
Overall stay was enjoyable despite some drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 02:52

Property Description

Retro-Inspired Boutique Hotel in Bukit Bintang
Stylish Accommodation with Modern Amenities
Dining Options and Rooftop Infinity Pool

Book your stay at The Kuala Lumpur Journal Hotel for a unique retro-inspired experience surrounded by specialty bars and shopping centers in the heart of Bukit Bintang. Enjoy stylish rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows, ergonomic mattresses, and rain showers. Indulge in al fresco dining at The Terrace Bar & Grill or explore the dining options on Alor Street. Relax by the rooftop infinity pool overlooking the city or stay active in the fitness center. The 24-hour reception is always ready to assist you, making your stay memorable and convenient.

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.

Complimentary daily refreshments and free flow wine at Journal Coffee Bar & Lounge (3 PM – 5 PM).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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: KUL

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and charges may be applicable.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 3610 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.55
Service: 9.55
Location: 9.55
Room Quality: 8.55
Amenities: 8.55
Value for Money: 8.55
Food and Beverage: 8.05
Overall Experience: 9.05
コウ solo_traveller jp
10
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Jennifer solo_traveller tw
8
Pros:

飯店位置及大廳設計很漂亮。

Cons:

房間內尤其是浴室的裝潢細緻度不夠,跟大廳的質感設計感覺有落差。

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Judy family_with_children sg
4
Ok if you need location and a comfortable bed to sleep but otherwise look for something else.
Pros:

Bed was comfortable. Location is convenient. Walking distance to malls in Bukit Bintang area like Lot 10 and Pavilion and also the MRT. Local and many Arabic eateries and a Macdonald's within walking distance. Free tea is simple but quite nice.

Cons:

Hotel infrastructure is worn out. Different from the image you see online. The lobby still looks ok but in the room, you see lots of paint chipped walls and frames. Bed frame is very dusty and not cleaned. The shower although big has no shelf at all to put your toiletries. You have to put your toiletries on the floor like as though showering in a public swimming pool toilet. The hotel has no sheltered driveway so I had to offload my luggage in the rain and carry it up the steps myself-there is no staff to help you. Swimming pool is also very old and worn out. Different from the photo you see on the booking website. That was 10 years ago-now everything is very faded. Parking lot is extremely narrow. They have a strange metal contraption on the floor which you have to park your car on and it has metal sides which could scratch your rims! Connecting door- can hear neighbor talking. Noisy traffic can hear in the room.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Philip couple au
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Ellynda solo_traveller sg
10
Pros:

Love the location. Walking distance to Pavillion. The staff were friendly and welcoming especially Farid at reception.

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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YASSINE couple ma
8
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Abdulelah couple sa
7
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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ines solo_traveller fr
10
2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Younis solo_traveller bh
10
Pros:

Staff were very friendly

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Vijai couple nl
10
Great, warm welcome in this hotel near by all the nice places you can visit!
Pros:

What a great service! People were so nice. Especially the ladies from the snack buffet!

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Hui family_with_children cn
5
The noise was unbearable, and for a hotel review, this is a deal-breaker
Pros:

The front desk service was excellent, and the breakfast was pretty good. The afternoon tea was a pleasant surprise. Overall, the service was impressive, and the hotel’s location is fantastic.

Cons:

The downside was the noise on the first night. It was so bad that I could hardly fall asleep, and it was the first time I had experienced something like this in all my years of staying at hotels. Because I didn’t sleep well, I had no energy or mood to travel the next day, which disrupted many of my plans.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Mervin family_with_children cn
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Tze Ming solo_traveller sg
8
Pros:

Location was convenient within walking distance to shopping malls and dining options. Hotel staff were friendly and helpful. Room was quite spacious.

Cons:

Bathroom looks a little tired and could do with a makeover. Limited parking onsite

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Jeroen couple nl
9
Prima hotel om de stad te verkennen
Pros:

De locatie is top

Cons:

Bed was een beetje doorgelegen en het zwembad valt een beetje tegen

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Lim family_with_children sg
8
Good Location, Friendly Staff, Complimentary Afternoon Tea Is Nice, Room Cleanliness to Improve
Pros:

The location was supered. It was very close to Bukit Bintang Station as well as Petrona Twin Tower, KLCC, Jalan Alor Night Market. The breakfast variety wasn't many, but we felt that it was sufficient. And we liked the complementary afternoon tea from 3pm to 5pm. Must say the check-in was smooth and fast; the front desk staff and the doorman were all very friendly and helpful. Our room was changed almost immediately when we weren't happy about the cleanliness. Love the rooms that comes with ironing board. Hair dryer is powerful too.

Cons:

Housekeeping needs a big improvement. Dust accumulated at the corner of the bed and inside the compartment where the ironing board was tucked. The water inside the iron was not removed from the previous Guest usage.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller au
9
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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ENI THAI couple my
9
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Nothile family_with_children za
10
Convenient location, value for money
Pros:

The hotel is well located within Bukit Bintang, everything is a short walk away. We enjoyed the friendliness of the staff, they were always willing to assist. The breakfast was good, having an iced coffee at breakfast was very welcomed. The room was spacious and had all needed amenities. We enjoyed our stay

Cons:

Nothing to mention

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Khaled couple sa
9
Amazing location
Pros:

- clean rooms
- comfortable bed
- good location in Bukit Bintang, walking distance to lots of shopping malls, restaurants & cafes
- nice rooftop pool
- friendly staff

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Laura extended_group mx
9
Pros:

La ubicación es buenísima, justo en el centro, el desayuno también estuvo muy bien.

Cons:

Las almohadas son muy altas

2026-06-14 via Nuitee