The part we dread the most about booking a last-minute weekend getaway to Kuala Lumpur is finding a place to stay that won’t blow your budget even before you’ve stepped into the country. After all, a little goes a long way when you’re in KL, where there’s countless of cool eateries to unleash your inner foodie, and fabulous malls to shop ‘til you drop at.
Dread no more as we give you these eight budget and boutique hotels that cost below SGD50 that won’t have you compromising too much on comfort!
1. H Boutique Hotel
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Happiness is all in the details for this hotel, and it shows, because H Boutique Hotel is one of the best overall value for money places you can find in the whole of KL. The Kota Damansara branch is strategically located at the doorstep of Sunway Giza Mall, and there’s also have a large variety of restaurants to choose from in the surrounding area.
Address: B16-16, Block B, Sunway Giza, Jalan PJU 5/14, Dataran Sunway, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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If you prefer staying nearer to the Sri Petaling area, there’s also H Boutique Hotel’s first branch that has prices and amenities that are just as attractive.
Address: Bukit Jalil, NO 2A, Jalan Radin Bagus 6, Sri Petaling, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2. H Boutique Hotel Xplorer
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Not to be confused with the H Boutique Hotels mentioned previously, H Boutique Hotel Xplorer is a newer series of hotels that have a simpler, monochrome aesthetic catering for the modern explorer.
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Although the Xplorer’s rooms are cheaper than the original H Boutique Hotels, they do just the trick by providing all necessary amenities while also being in great locations. The newest Xplorer branch (that’s nearby its H Boutique Hotel counterpart) in Kota Damansara has just opened its doors in November 2018, and guests looking to stay in Cheras will appreciate the other branch.
Kota Damansara Address: No. 1-2, 1-3 & 1-3A Jalan PJU 5/10, Dataran Sunway, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Cheras Address: 74B, Jalan Jejaka 9, Maluri, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
3. Bello & Bella Boutique Hotel
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If you’re not too fussed about staying in the city centre, Bello & Bella Boutique Hotel in the Cheras area is ideal. Consider all your daily needs settled with its proximity to Cheras Leisure Mall, and the MRT station is only three minutes away if you need to get around.
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Minimalists rejoice, as the design of this hotel will please you. Opt for the Deluxe Sky View Queen Room to enjoy a luxurious bath while admiring the night sky without breaking the bank.
Address: 19, Jalan Manis 6, Taman Segar, 56100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
4. Lantern Hotel
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Lantern Hotel is a budget boutique hotel located in Chinatown, with the options to choose a room that includes a balcony or verandah, if that’s the kind of thing you fancy.
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Prefer working and getting the chance to mingle with others? This hotel’s perfect for you with its industrial-looking communal space, and it also has a bar and café with an open-air terrace overlooking Petaling Street.
Address: 38, Jalan Petaling, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
5. B Lot Hotel
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The no-frills B Lot Hotel is a fairly new hotel that’s perfect for short stays in KL. If you’re in town for business, it’s situated in the business centre of Seri Gembira. However, it’s also close by Mid Valley Mega Mall for those just having a weekend getaway. You can even get some workout done, seeing it’s even equipped with a fitness center!
Address: C-G-2, Seri Gembira Avenue No. 6, Jalan Senang Ria, Happy Garden, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
6. Mélange Boutique Hotel
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Mélange Boutique Hotel has its quirks, but it definitely gets the job done if you want to stay in the Bukit Bintang area with Lot 10 and Pavillion Mall close by. Breakfast is also included with the room.
Address: 14, Jalan Rembia, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
7. Silka Maytower
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A night in the standard room of Silka Maytower will keep you within your budget while allowing you to enjoy facilities like the gym and pool. Those looking to shop at Jakel Mall can also be delighted to find it right across the street.
Address: 7, Jalan Munshi Abdullah, City Centre, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
8. Big M Hotel
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The main pulling point of Big M Hotel is its location, as it is within a 5-minute walking distance from attractions like Merdeka Square, Petaling Street, and Jalan Masjid India. There’s not much more you could ask for if you want to be right in the city centre.
Address: 38, Jalan Tun Perak, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Since you’ve saved quite a bit on accommodation, that leaves you with more to spend on all the yummy food in KL!