The Travelodge Chinatown Kuala Lumpur occupies a striking building in the old Chinese quarter of the Malaysian capital. Its bow-shaped architecture, reminiscent of New York's Flatiron Building, gives it an instantly recognizable silhouette at the intersection of two bustling streets. The property, formerly known as Travelodge City Centre, offers functional urban accommodation steps from Petaling Street and Central Market.

Why stay here

The address appeals primarily to travelers seeking central Kuala Lumpur accommodation without aspiring to the luxury segment. The combination of amenities and location remains the hotel's main draw: standardized services from a regional chain, direct metro access, and the possibility of exploring Chinatown's markets, temples, and shophouses on foot. The property suits both short urban stays and transit stops before continuing to other regions of the country.

Atmosphere and neighborhood

Chinatown remains one of Kuala Lumpur's densest and most vibrant districts. The pedestrian street of Petaling Street comes alive in the late afternoon with counterfeit stalls, fruit vendors, and noodle shops. Around it, Chinese temples, mosques, and colonial facades illustrate the neighborhood's layered history. The hotel, with its height and triangular shape, serves as a visual landmark: its façade is visible from several surrounding streets, which simplifies your return in the evening after exploring the winding alleyways.

The rooms

The hotel offers several categories, all air-conditioned and equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen television, safe, desk, and private bathroom with shower.

• Superior Rooms (16 m²): available with double or twin beds, some on upper floors with city views. A variant includes a minibar with non-alcoholic beverages.
• Deluxe Queen Rooms (25 m²): more generous space, suited for slightly longer stays.
• Triple and Family Rooms (22 to 24 m²): flexible configurations with two double beds or three single beds depending on needs. Connecting rooms are available.
• Suite with city view (42 m²): the most spacious category, with a very large double bed.

All rooms are non-smoking.

Services and dining

The 24-hour reception handles currency exchange, luggage storage, and laundry service. A self-service laundry facility completes the offering, with washing machines, dryers, and ironing stations—a valuable asset on extended itineraries across Southeast Asia.

The Zada restaurant serves local and international dishes, as well as a continental breakfast buffet. For business travelers, the hotel provides a 24-hour business center, flexible meeting rooms, and coworking spaces equipped with desks and outlets.

Location and access

Petaling Street and Central Market are within a five-minute walk. Pasar Seni station, served by both MRT and LRT, is just next to the hotel: it connects to all of Kuala Lumpur's major points of interest, including Bukit Bintang and the Petronas Towers / Suria KLCC area. Merdeka Square is reachable on foot in about ten minutes. From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, allow approximately one hour for transfer depending on your chosen mode (KLIA Ekspres with connection, or taxi).

What to see nearby

To extend your stay in Malaisie, several addresses in our selection complement a stopover in Kuala Lumpur nicely:

• The Kuala Lumpur guide to prepare your visit to the capital.
• The Eastern & Oriental Hotel in Penang, for a heritage stopover to the north.
• The Banjaran Hotsprings Retreat, in the karst valley of Ipoh.
• The Belum Rainforest Resort, for a primary rainforest contrast after the urban stop.

Plan your stay

To integrate Travelodge Chinatown Kuala Lumpur into a tailor-made itinerary, explore our trips to Malaisie and speak with a specialist advisor for the destination.