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Our top choices for Chinatown historic hotels

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1. Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 2.2 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location, the hotel was very clean and the view incredible."
Australia
Emmanuelle
The price is NZ$289
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur
A spacious hotel lobby with a modern design, featuring a large seating area, a bar, and a view of the cityscape through expansive windows.

2. Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 2 km from Chinatown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,099 reviews)
"I really enjoyed the time I stayed there…"
United States
Atefeh
The price is NZ$338
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
A rooftop terrace with a glass ceiling, offering a panoramic view of a city skyline at dusk.

3. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 3.1 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,034 reviews)
"Staff were all amazing and helpful, rooms were clean and tidy. Breakfast buffet was awesome. My family felt very happy here."
Australia
Nora
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Bar (on property)

4. Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Golden Triangle, 1.5 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"The best hotel I've ever stayed in!"
Australia
YANINA MONICA GAY
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the Petronas Towers.

5. Star Suites KLCC

Star Suites KLCC
4.0 star property
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 2.6 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (582 reviews)
"We will stay there again next time , very clean close to everything"
Canada
Elly y
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Star Suites KLCC
A modern building with a glass facade, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a view of the Petronas Towers in the background.

6. Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 1.9 km from Chinatown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent helpful friendly staff. Restaurants Thirty8 and Jpteres - food was amazing"
United Kingdom
Darren
The price is NZ$326
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
An outdoor patio with wooden slatted ceiling, wicker furniture, and a pool view.

7. PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur

PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Bukit Bintang, 1.6 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The decor is aesthetic and functional. Lovely staff who are friendly and helpful."
Singapore
Melvin
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
PARKROYAL COLLECTION Kuala Lumpur
A spacious lobby with marble flooring, a reception desk, and a large floral arrangement.

8. The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur

The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Bukit Bintang, 2 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice property, great staff"
United States
Judith
The price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
The Ritz-Carlton, Kuala Lumpur
A rooftop pool area with seating and ambient lighting.

9. JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur

JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Bukit Bintang, 1.8 km from Chinatown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place, great ambiance and excellent facilities"
Hong Kong SAR China
Bonginkosi
The price is NZ$229
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur
A high-rise hotel with a prominent 'Holiday Inn Express' sign, surrounded by other tall buildings and a busy street with traffic lights.

10. Holiday Inn Express Kuala Lumpur City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kuala Lumpur City Centre by IHG
3.5 star property
Golden Triangle, 1.4 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Is is a place worth to stay"
Singapore
Phan
The price is NZ$120
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Kuala Lumpur City Centre by IHG
A hotel with a pool, red lounge chairs, and a sign that reads "All In".

11. Aloft by Marriott Kuala Lumpur Sentral

Aloft by Marriott Kuala Lumpur Sentral
4.0 star property
1.8 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Good location and easy access to the rail transport lines. Next to the NU sentral meant loads of places to eat and shop"
United Kingdom
Siu
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Aloft by Marriott Kuala Lumpur Sentral
A water slide in a pool area with palm trees and a building in the background.

12. Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Hilton Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
1.6 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff and shops nearby"
United States
Nafisa
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hilton Kuala Lumpur
A grand lobby with a central staircase, high ceilings, and modern chandeliers.

13. InterContinental Kuala Lumpur by IHG

InterContinental Kuala Lumpur by IHG
5.0 star property
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 2.8 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel with extremely friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast was fantastic too, with a variety of options."
Canada
Joanna
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
InterContinental Kuala Lumpur by IHG
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a bar area, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

14. Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur

Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur
4.5 star property
Golden Triangle, 1.6 km from Chinatown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (371 reviews)
"Hotel was amazing, the friendliest staff in all of Malaysia. Perfect location for walking to all the sites."
United States
Gerardo
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur
A spacious lobby with a reflective floor, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

15. EQ Kuala Lumpur

EQ Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 1.7 km from Chinatown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (723 reviews)
"Nice hotel"
United States
Mhd Tarek
The price is NZ$382
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
EQ Kuala Lumpur
The Pavilion Hotel with a prominent entrance, a fountain, and surrounding high-rise buildings.

16. Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur Managed by Banyan Tree

Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur Managed by Banyan Tree
5.0 star property
Bukit Bintang, 2 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (953 reviews)
"Great location."
Australia
DATANIA
The price is NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Pavilion Hotel Kuala Lumpur Managed by Banyan Tree
A spacious lobby with a central chandelier, a curved staircase, and a reception area.

17. Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur

Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Bukit Bintang, 1.7 km from Chinatown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Grand Millennium Kuala Lumpur
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the tower.

18. PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur

PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur
5.0 star property
Bukit Bintang, 1.3 km from Chinatown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,495 reviews)
"Room was very spacious, clean and comfortable, staff very friendly, very fast and easy check-in and out, excellent location, highly recommend"
United Kingdom
jane tracey
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
PARKROYAL Serviced Suites Kuala Lumpur
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19. The Kuala Lumpur Journal

The Kuala Lumpur Journal
4.0 star property
Bukit Bintang, 1.5 km from Chinatown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The hotel staffs are very kind and really helpful. The room is clean, location is very near to the shopping area."
United States
NURANI
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
The Kuala Lumpur Journal
A rooftop bar with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the city skyline including a tower.

20. Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown

Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
4.0 star property
Chinatown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (128 reviews)
"Amenities are on point and the breakfast was one of the best breakfast I’ve ever had!"
United States
Ryotaro
The price is NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
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Top Chinatown Hotel Reviews

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

10/10 Excellent
"The staff were very friendly and extremely helpful with any requests. Location is good. Just next door to the KLCC shopping mall. The buffet breakfast is comprehensive with Western, Chinese, Indian and Malaysian dishes. Rooms are large and well appointed."
Robin 5-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Chinatown?
An afternoon exploring the chinatown in Chinatown will be a draw for the historian and history buff. The major shopping area and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you're here.
How many historically relevant hotels will I find in Chinatown?
In Chinatown, you'll find 82 lodging options bookable on Expedia but not many designated as historic hotels.
What are the must-see historical sites and other places in Chinatown?
Chinatown is notable for its Chinatown district and temples, and landmarks include Kwai Chai Hong, Sin Sze Si Ya Temple and Chan She Shu Yuen Temple. Shopping is one of the favourite things to do, so consider an excursion to Petaling Street Market, Central Market and Kasturi Walk. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Chinwoo Stadium and MABA Stadium.
What is a historic hotel like in Chinatown?
Guests who choose historic hotels have the opportunity to stay in a building that has been officially recognised with a historic designation. Historic hotels throughout the world can take the form of castles, palaces or even pubs or old police stations — as long as it's of special interest. These types of hotels in Chinatown usually retain original qualities such as period features or traditional architecture within the guestrooms or public spaces.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
They are quite similar. The term "historic hotel" is more common in the U.S., whereas "heritage hotel" is common in Asia and Europe. Historic hotels tend to focus on the building and architecture itself. Heritage hotels draw their meaning mainly from the cultural value that the place has and how it shaped the community.
Do historic hotels in Chinatown have modern facilities?
Yes, efforts are made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades, while interiors have safety features and modern conveniences. Tourists who book a stay should expect the popular amenities from a contemporary hotel such as private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, WiFi and more. Booking a historic hotel in Chinatown doesn't mean you will stay in a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.

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