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The Kuala Lumpur Journal

4.0 star property
Recharge in style at this hotel's rooftop oasis. Enjoy effortless access to shopping hotspots like Jalan Alor.

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Located near Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Kuala Lumpur Tower, The Kuala Lumpur Journal offers a modern retreat with a poolside bar, laundry facilities, and an on-site restaurant serving breakfast. Unwind by the outdoor pool or work out at the gym; previous guests rave about the helpful staff and love lounging by the pool.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is ￥13,636
￥17,053 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 3 - Feb 4

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(47 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar, in-room safe

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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premier Triple Room (1 Queen and 1 Single), Non Smoking

Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar, in-room safe

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Junior Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Junior Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Junior Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
50200, Kuala Lumpur, 30, Jalan Beremi,, Off Jalan Sultan Ismail

What's nearby

  • Jalan Alor - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pavilion Kuala Lumpur - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kuala Lumpur Tower - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Petronas Twin Towers - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Kuala Lumpur Masjid Jamek Station - 2 min drive
  • Bukit Bintang Station - 4 min walk
  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shawarma Halab - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Ship - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kunafa Crisp - ‬1 min walk
  • Kedai Kopi Journal
  • ‪Halab Castle Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Kuala Lumpur Journal

Upscale hotel near Jalan Alor
Located close to Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Kuala Lumpur Tower, The Kuala Lumpur Journal provides a poolside bar, laundry facilities, and a bar. The on-site restaurant, Journal Coffee Bar, serves breakfast. Free in-room WiFi and a gym are available to all guests.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and multilingual staff
  • 3 meeting rooms, a banquet hall, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 121 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to perks like laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • 50-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, coffee/tea makers, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (MYR 10 per night)
  • Limited onsite 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

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 1 building
  • 11 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2015
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately MYR 47 for adults and 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Property Registration Number 91409-V

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parking height restrictions apply

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

Frequently asked questions

Does The Kuala Lumpur Journal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

As of Jan 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Kuala Lumpur Journal on Feb 3, 2026 start from ￥13,636, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Kuala Lumpur Journal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for MYR 10 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is The Kuala Lumpur Journal located?

Located in Bukit Bintang, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Jalan Alor and Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park and Kuala Lumpur Tower are also within 1 mi (2 km). Bukit Bintang Station is only a 4-minute walk and Raja Chulan Station is 6 minutes.

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Reviews

The Kuala Lumpur Journal Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 589 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

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

8/10 Good

Allan

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

Saadia

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

8/10 Good

Janaarthanan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel for the price
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel staff was great and the location close to the hotel was vibrant.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan Kok Aun

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

8/10 Good

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Location is excellent. Staff are very friendly and helpful. The snack offering in the afternoon is also a great inclusion
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay. Friendly staff, poolside bar was amazing, location central to everything in neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, service was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wing Fung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are friendly , great communication , great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Weili Audrey Deborah

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

Qi En

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

kunchok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved this hotel and would definitely come back. It’s in a great location. The staff are very helpful and friendly and we really appreciated the free tea time snacks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jermaine Krysty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the front desk were wonderful. The snacks in the afternoon were a pleasant surprise. The foods served were also delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Serve free afternoon tea.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nemir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, will be nice if the expand tge breakfast option
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice rooms and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel and would definitely return. Tea time snacks were an unexpected added bonus
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, amazing staff. Centrally located and close to public transit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ping Hei Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with excellent staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

PINCHIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect! I loved my stay at this hotel. The staff were very friendly and the location made it easy to explore the city. Breakfast was delicious with many options👍
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025