The Kuala Lumpur Journal

Hotel with outdoor pool, near 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.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Fitness center
  • Self parking
  • Pool bar
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
$96 nightly
$105 total
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Culinary delights await
This hotel serves up a delightful dining experience with its restaurant and bar. Hunger pangs vanish at the buffet breakfast each morning.
Dreamy sleep experience
Sink into a Tempur-Pedic mattress topped with premium bedding. Curated room decor and blackout drapes create the perfect sleep sanctuary.

Room options

Showing 7 of 7 rooms
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Wonderful

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe

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

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Exceptional

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Premier Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe

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

Excellent

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Very good

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Junior Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Junior Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, free minibar, in-room safe
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer

Junior Family Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Smart TV
Pillow menu
Select Comfort bed
Premium bedding
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Changkat Bukit Bintang - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • 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

Getting around

  • Subang (SZB-Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah) - 33 min drive
  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) - 50 min drive
  • Kuala Lumpur KTM Komuter Station - 4 min drive
  • Kuala Lumpur Masjid Jamek Station - 24 min walk
  • Kuala Lumpur Pasar Seni Station - 27 min walk
  • Bukit Bintang Station - 4 min walk
  • Raja Chulan Station - 6 min walk
  • Imbi Station - 11 min walk

Restaurants

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

About this property

The Kuala Lumpur Journal

When you stay at The Kuala Lumpur Journal, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Jalan Alor and Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Journal Coffee Bar, which serves breakfast. A poolside bar, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Fellow travelers love the pool and helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Bukit Bintang Station is 4 minutes and Raja Chulan Station is 6 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 121 rooms
    • Arranged over 11 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Late check-out subject to availability

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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (MYR 10 per night)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2015
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Front entrance ramp
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

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

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps

Special features

Dining

Journal Coffee Bar - This restaurant serves breakfast only.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately MYR 47 for adults and MYR 24 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs MYR 10 per night
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Property Registration Number 91409-V

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

Is there a pool at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Yes. Self parking costs MYR 10 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

What is there to do at The Kuala Lumpur Journal and nearby?

The Kuala Lumpur Journal has an outdoor pool and a fitness center, as well as access to a nearby outdoor pool.

Are there restaurants at or near The Kuala Lumpur Journal?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Journal Coffee Bar.

What's the area around The Kuala Lumpur Journal like?

The Kuala Lumpur Journal is in Bukit Bintang, a short 4-minute walk from Bukit Bintang Station and 7 minutes' walk from Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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The Kuala Lumpur Journal Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was varied, satisfying, and delicious with a good range of options to start the day right. (29 reviews)
  • The rooftop pool was a lovely place to cool down, clean, and well-appointed with a great bar and cocktails. (18 reviews)
  • Breakfast was varied and satisfying, offering a decent range of options to start the day right. (7 reviews)
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Popular mentions

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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, lovely hotel, spotless and lovely staff.
Keri, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Courteous staff, comfortable beds
James, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great rooms, staff and location
Stephen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were helpful, room was spacious & clean, central location, great local restaurants on the doorstep.
Anna, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
Chad, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were wonderful. The various included meals were a great way to have a hotel day.
Daniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

"I had a wonderful stay! A special thank you to Afif for being so welcoming and helpful. His great attitude made a real difference in my experience. I will definitely be back!"
Wong, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly service, amenities are nice, modern vibe and style
Joshua, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very good hotel for the price
Janaarthanan, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All was good!
Shikin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel staff was great and the location close to the hotel was vibrant.
Chad, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location is excellent. Staff are very friendly and helpful. The snack offering in the afternoon is also a great inclusion
Lynette, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Friendly staff, poolside bar was amazing, location central to everything in neighborhood
Joseph, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, service was excellent.
Kim, 6-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was ok. But its too dark/gloomy
Angeline, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff are friendly , great communication , great location
Wing Fung, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Qi En, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location
kunchok, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and comfortable. Really appreciate the daily tea time dinning given to guests. Great service.
Sze Chiang, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Bridgette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff at the front desk were wonderful. The snacks in the afternoon were a pleasant surprise. The foods served were also delicious.
Jermaine Krysty, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice location, will be nice if the expand tge breakfast option
Nemir, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice rooms and helpful staff.
Andrew, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very helpful. Serve free afternoon tea.
Jenson, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel, amazing staff. Centrally located and close to public transit.
Pamela, 4-night trip