Hotel in Kuala Lumpur

Central City Hotel at Chinatown

7.1/10 Good | 137 Reviews
3-star hotel
Central City Hotel at Chinatown

38 Jalan Pudu 38 | Kuala Lumpur, 55100, MY View Map

7.1 Good 137 Reviews View Map
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Rooms

No booking fees and the full price before you book

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In every room: Air conditioning · Flat-screen TV · Bath or Shower · Coffee/tea machine

Deluxe Triple Room with Window (15% OFF for food & drinks)

140 ft²

Deluxe Twin Room ( 15% off for food and drinks in restaurant )

130 ft²

Deluxe King Room with City View (15% OFF for food & drinks)

151 ft²

Deluxe Queen Room with Window (15% OFF for food & drinks)

130 ft²

Central City Hotel at Chinatown at a glance

Location, travel times, listing details and guest feedback

Central City Hotel at Chinatown is on 38 Jalan Pudu 38 in Bukit Bintang, near Merdeka subway station. Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport is under an hour away by car without traffic. Kuala Lumpur International Airport takes about an hour to reach by car without traffic. Telekom Museum is an easy walk, and Merdeka Stadium takes a longer walk; rooms have either a queen bed and a single bed or two single beds.

What guests say

Summary of recent guest reviews

Petaling Street and Central Market are within walking reach, and guests also mention nearby train stations as useful for exploring Kuala Lumpur. Some praise the reception team for helping arrange rides and welcoming late arrivals.

Often praised

  • Good air conditioning
  • Daily towel and sheet changes
  • Comfortable beds

Good to know

  • Rooms and bathrooms can be compact, with limited space for luggage.
  • Traffic and conversations from neighbouring rooms can be heard.
  • Guests mention limited breakfast choices.

Quick facts

Nearest airport
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport (SZB): 28.0 km by road, about 47 min by car without traffic (route computed 31 Oct 2026)
Main airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): 60.5 km by road, about 68 min by car without traffic (route computed 31 Oct 2026)
Station nearby
Merdeka (subway station): 0.3 km, about 4 min walk (route computed 31 Oct 2026)
Telekom Museum
0.8 km, about 11 min walk (route computed 31 Oct 2026)
Merdeka Stadium
1.3 km, about 17 min walk (route computed 31 Oct 2026)

Overview

Highlights, description and the facilities guests use most.

  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Great for activities
  • Located in heart of Kuala Lumpur
  • Excellent room comfort & quality

About Central City Hotel at Chinatown

Comfortable Accommodations Central City Hotel at Chinatown in Kuala Lumpur offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and city views. Each room includes a work desk, free toiletries, and a TV. Dining Experience Guests can enjoy a modern, family-friendly restaurant serving American, Malaysian, local, and international cuisines.

Breakfast options include continental, buffet, and halal, featuring local specialties, warm dishes, fresh pastries, fruits, and juice. Convenient Facilities The hotel provides free WiFi, a paid airport shuttle service, elevator, 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, room service, car hire, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a workout room and express check-in and check-out services.

Prime Location Located 23 km from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Petronas Towers and KLCC.

Top Amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Airport shuttle

Location

38 Jalan Pudu 38 | Kuala Lumpur, 55100, MY

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Services & Facilities

30 amenities in 9 categories.

Accessibility

1 item
  • Audible alarm

Food & Drinks

3 items
  • Restaurant(s)
  • Food delivery
  • Takeout dining services available

General

5 items
  • 24-Hour Front Desk
  • Express Check-In/Check-Out
  • Elevator
  • Non-smoking property
  • Non-Smoking Rooms Available

Media & Technology

1 item
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room Amenities

6 items
  • Room service available
  • Room Service
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Family Rooms

Security

2 items
  • CCTV security in common areas
  • 24-hour security
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Services and Conveniences

6 items
  • Luggage storage & lockers
  • Daily Housekeeping
  • Cashless payment available
  • Massage services
  • Invoices
  • Laundry services

Transportation

4 items
  • Parking available (charges may apply)
  • Off-Site parking
  • Airport shuttle (charges may apply)
  • Car rental available

Health Services

2 items
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • First aid kit available

Policies

Check-in, check-out and house rules.

  • Check-out
    12:00
  • Front desk [24-hour]

FAQs about Central City Hotel at Chinatown

Which airport is the nearer option for the hotel?
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport is the nearer airport for this address. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the main airport, with more flights.
What can I walk to from Telekom Museum near the hotel?
Telekom Museum is an easy walk from the hotel. Merdeka Stadium takes a longer walk, under half an hour.
Which bed setups at Central City Hotel at Chinatown can suit a family or group?
Rooms include a queen bed alongside a single bed. Other rooms have two single beds.
What can I find in the rooms in Kuala Lumpur?
Every room has a fridge and a desk. Guests can also use a coffee maker or kettle.
What do guests like most about Central City Hotel at Chinatown?
Guests often praise the location and helpful staff. They also mention good value and clean rooms.
What is there to see near Central City Hotel at Chinatown?
Places nearby include Pudu Sentral Bus Terminal, Sultan Street Station and Petaling Street.
Which facilities does Central City Hotel at Chinatown have?
Facilities include airport shuttle, restaurant, free Wi-Fi, family rooms and 24-hour front desk.
Is parking available?
Yes, parking is available (charges may apply).
Is there a restaurant or bar?
Yes, there is a restaurant.

Guest Score and Reviews

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7.1 /10
Good
Based on 137 Reviews
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Clarisse
Couple · Oct 10, 2025
7.0

Near establishments.

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lilly
Couple · May 24, 2025
5.0

Liked: Strategic place , easy to order grab and easy to find hotel . Disliked: I can hear other room snoring in my room . Very loud and very clear , no hair dryer are provide in my room.

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Muhamad A.
Couple · May 25, 2025
8.0

Okay-lah Liked: The location is strategic, near to a 24 hour KK Mart downstairs. Walking distance to lrt/monorail. ?? Disliked: The room is not top notch clean, the room's space compared to the price is not quite worth it. Hotel management can consider adding a water dispenser at least one in the ho

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Christine
Solo Traveler · May 31, 2025
8.0

Good Value, Comfortable Stay Liked: Good central location near Petaling Street and the Central Market. Near MRT stations and also an easy spot to pick-up a Grab. The room was comfortable and kept clean. Disliked: The bathroom was a bit dated. But for the price, it was fine.

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mizar r.
Family with young children · Jun 7, 2025
8.0

Liked: It is close to the city center , value of money Disliked: Facilities needs to be upgraded, room is small

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Mohamed
Solo Traveler · Jun 15, 2025
7.0

Good, but not excellent Liked: Location, price, and staff Disliked: 1-There was a bad smell in the bathroom due to not being an exhausted fan . 2-The bathroom was a small area size.

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Ahmed
Solo Traveler · Jun 22, 2025
9.0

Perfect value hotel at the heart of Chinatown Liked: The staff were very welcoming and helpful, especially Raju at the reception, great staff! Disliked: Not many amenities which to be expected for a value hotel.

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Wee L.
Group Traveler · Jun 26, 2025
8.0

Liked: Not really like the photos shown. Overall not too bad but somehow lacking. The floors are dusty, no room slippers except one bathroom slippers, toilet stall quite small, if u r larger will tend to knock against the glass while showering. Staffs are nice and services was great.

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Catherine
Solo Traveler · Jun 30, 2025
9.0

Good stay for a single traveller who needs to use a laptop. Liked: Centrally located near malls, Chinatown and night market. Disliked: A safe deposit box in the room would make it perfect.

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Sarah
Group Traveler · Jul 8, 2025
10.0

Liked: The staff is really nice and friendly. They helped us a lots of times

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Salman
Group Traveler · Jul 13, 2025
2.0

Wrost hotel in so far my travel history Liked: There was nothing to like in the property even though they’re not providing tissue papers in rooms we took 2 room and paid for 1 room 488 RM for only 4 nights and without any facilities . Very small bathroom Room paint was old Wood was broken Water w

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Felix Y.
Couple · Jul 13, 2025
7.0

Everything is nice considering the price. Always adjust your expectations looking at the photos. Liked: The room is nice. Area is easy to reach by taxi drivers. Disliked: Room photos look spacious, while the actual room is not. The room was not clean enough, especially the bathroom area, was still w

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Saeed
Family with young children · Jul 18, 2025
8.0

Liked: Location, nice staff

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Pam
Couple · Jul 21, 2025
7.0

Centrally located hotel in chinatown Liked: The location is amazing. Chinatown is 5 minutes walking distance and Masjid Jamek train station is walking distance as well. The staff were very attentive to our needs, changing towels and sheets daily. Disliked: The hallway has a random ironing board whi

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Mudassar
Solo Traveler · Jul 24, 2025
6.0

Good Liked: Reception is very helpful Disliked: There is Tissue Box not available for room, only available tissue roll for toilet even I request but didn’t give Refrigerator not available

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Lim
Family with young children · Jul 26, 2025
9.0

Great value for money and clean Liked: The room is great value for money, its comfortable and clean. Disliked: NIL

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ahmad
Couple · Jul 28, 2025
7.0

Newly renovated i think, absolutely comfortable for overnight stay. Liked: The room is quiet small.not suitable for more than 2 person. But its comfortable enough for overnight stay. Clean and well managed. Superb.

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Alvin
Solo Traveler · Jul 31, 2025
9.0

Stayed at Central City Hotel in Chinatown, KL and had a great experience. The location is super convenient, close to pub Liked: I had a great stay at Central City Hotel in Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur. The location is very convenient—just a short walk to the Pasar Seni MRT/LRT station, Central Market, an

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Hoor
Solo Traveler · Jul 31, 2025
5.0

Liked: Everything is good Disliked: The room is quite small

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Achour
Solo Traveler · Aug 1, 2025
5.0

It was okay for 2 nights, but I wouldn't stay too long Liked: The bed was comfortable, the staff friendly Disliked: The room is very small, the bathroom and water had yellow-ish water

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Alyssa
Solo Traveler · Aug 4, 2025
6.0

Liked: Location and staff is good Disliked: the water supply turn yellow. Pretty shock

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Jan M.
Couple · Aug 8, 2025
6.0

Peaceful Liked: The hotel staff was very accommodating. Location is quite good but limited food stalls. Place is quiet and peaceful and has good wifi connection. Disliked: The room is small unlike the photos they have posted so we expected the room to be spacious.

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Robert
Solo Traveler · Aug 19, 2025
7.0

Good Liked: The staff were helpful Disliked: Television channels only Malay.No international channels

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garry
Solo Traveler · Aug 26, 2025
9.0

Hotel Location: Very Good Breakfast Buffet: Lack of food choices Staff: Friendly Liked: Friendliness of staff. Disliked: choices of breakfast buffet.

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Andy
Group Traveler · Sep 1, 2025
7.0

Disliked: No TV3, No Channel Ria

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Bularon
Solo Traveler · Sep 2, 2025
9.0

Liked: Nice

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Chap
Solo Traveler · Sep 13, 2025
3.0

Noisy Liked: The location was close to the place I wanted to visit Disliked: Hotel by the main road 24/7 traffic noise couldn't sleep most of the nights , noise from the street and walls was a bit thin Gave me a stain towel Request a hairdryer still didn't receive it Reception was a bit imp

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bautista
Couple · Sep 13, 2025
10.0

My best decision stay Liked: Generous staffs, Clean rooms, welcoming lobby, accessible location. Disliked: No soundproofing, I can hear the conversations from the next room. But I am good at sleeping in any environment. So overall central city hotel is still good for me

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Hooi
Group Traveler · Sep 16, 2025
1.0

Liked: Nothing I like Disliked: Electric suddenly shut down and very noise Staff all Bangladesh communicate hv problem And in booking say got 5 min free massage but the staff didn't give us enjoy it, they ask money from us

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Hnin
Family with young children · Sep 21, 2025
8.0

Quite a pleasant stay Liked: Location , Housekeeping staffs , Price Disliked: No sound proof

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