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Serenity Hostel - Kuala Lumpur - Decor
Serenity Hostel
Bukit BintangR679+
R679+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Pods The Backpackers Home & Cafe - Kuala Lumpur - Bedroom
Pods The Backpackers Home & Cafe
7.8 Good
Brickfields - Little IndiaR257+
R257+
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
Dengba Hostel Jalan Alor
Bukit BintangR147+
R147+
Free Wi-Fi
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
The Manor by Mingle
7.5 Good
Bukit BintangR257+
R257+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Monkey Mansion
8.1 Very Good
R220+
R220+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
Comfy+ By Arh Klcc
8.1 Very Good
R220+
R220+
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Air conditioning
The Bed Bukit Bintang
8.5 Very Good
Bukit BintangR551+
R551+
Pool
Air conditioning

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How much is a Kuala Lumpur hostel?

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Low season

May

High season

March

Average price (weeknight)

R186

Average price (weekend night)

R191
Cheapest month to stay with an average 42% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 100% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a hostel in Kuala Lumpur

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Top tips for finding Kuala Lumpur hostel deals

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hostel in Kuala Lumpur, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced hostels in Kuala Lumpur in May and October.
  • Hostel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hostel deals in Kuala Lumpur if you stay on a Thursday. The most expensive day for hostel bookings is Wednesday.
  • If you want to ensure you grab a bargain, try to book at least 12 days before your stay to get the best price for a Kuala Lumpur hostel.

FAQs when booking a hostel in Kuala Lumpur

  • How much does a hostel cost in Kuala Lumpur?

    Hostel prices in Kuala Lumpur can vary depending on a number of factors. The average price for a hostel in Kuala Lumpur is R20 but KAYAK users have found hostels for as cheap as R6 in the last 3 days.

  • How much is a hostel in Kuala Lumpur for tonight?

    The best price a KAYAK user has found for a 3-star hostel in Kuala Lumpur in the last 3 hours was R13 and the lowest priced 4-star hostel was R8. The cheapest hostel found on KAYAK for tonight is R6.

  • How much is a hostel in Kuala Lumpur for this weekend?

    In the last 72 hours, KAYAK users have booked Kuala Lumpur hostel for this weekend for as low as R8. Users have also found 3 star hotels from R13 and 4-star plus hotels from R8.

  • Is it cheaper to stay in a hostel than in a hotel in Kuala Lumpur?

    The average price for a night in a hostel in Kuala Lumpur is R20 compared to R69 for a night in a hotel.

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