The Kuala Lumpur Journal

4.0 star property

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Exterior
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Reception
Breakfast served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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30, Jalan Beremi,, Off Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur, 50200
  • Place, Jalan Alor
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Kuala Lumpur Tower
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kuala Lumpur (KUL-Kuala Lumpur Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

Family Double Room

  • Sleeps 4

Premier Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 3

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Junior Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

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About this property

The Kuala Lumpur Journal

An outdoor pool, a restaurant and a fitness centre are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar and a snack bar/deli are on-site. Change of towels is available on request
The Kuala Lumpur Journal offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with free minibar items and minibars. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 50-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels and Netflix. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, bidets and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of The Kuala Lumpur Journal's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • The restaurant, poolside bar and bar/lounge offer choices for drinking and dining
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include 3 meeting rooms, laundry facilities and multilingual staff
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the helpful staff
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Jalan Alor and 7 minutes on foot from Pavilion Kuala Lumpur
The Kuala Lumpur Journal offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. The Kuala Lumpur Journal also features multilingual staff and laundry facilities. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Kuala Lumpur hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Journal Coffee Bar – This restaurant only serves breakfast.

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 self 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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • 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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at The Kuala Lumpur Journal

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
Property Registration Number 91409-V
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

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

The Kuala Lumpur Journal Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 597 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Emma

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location! The pool area was looking a little tired compared to the photos shown. However, the room was comfortable, location is fantastic, and the staff were helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location, lovely hotel, spotless and lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved it! Super clean, great value, nice little restaurant down the road recommended by the staff for authentic Malay chicken and rice. It was super cheap but great! The hotel is so cute! Very boutique and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

LUN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good location and close to shopping mall but a bit old fitment and style.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kai Eng, Kuala Lumpur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, nice clean designed room with all the mod cons, walking distance to Bukit Bintang
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shikin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All was good!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chun wai

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Weili Audrey Deborah

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were friendly and helpful but the room we were put up in was very noisy. There was a constant whirring sound all night and there were periodic sounds of doors banging shut all night and day.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helvina

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Courteous staff, comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Angeline

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was ok. But its too dark/gloomy
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, helpful staff, and close to everything you need. The buffet breakfast had limited options but was fine to start the day.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saadia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at The journal. The staff were incredibly welcoming, and our room was spotless with a beautiful view. The location was perfect for walking to local attractions, and the afternoon buffet was complimentary. Anamul went above and beyond for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were helpful, room was spacious & clean, central location, great local restaurants on the doorstep.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan Kok Aun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean efficient staff. Friendly and engaging. Can feel staff really love it here
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nanako

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Allan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel is in a fantastic position in Bukit Bintang. Staff and amenities are great. Great if you are a single traveller, but storage space in the room is too little for 2 people.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Everything is excellent. Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, staff and location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful. The various included meals were a great way to have a hotel day.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly service, amenities are nice, modern vibe and style
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Big room and bathroom, free mini bar, friendly staff and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025