The Federal Kuala LumpurvsHotel Maya Kuala Lumpur
Both hotels are endorsed by professional reviewers. On balance, Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur ranks slightly higher than Federal Hotel. Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur has a TripExpert Score of 77 with praise from 5 reviews including Rough Guide, Fodor's and Insight Guides.
The Federal Kuala Lumpur
35 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur 55100, Malaysia
From $65/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Rough Guide
Star
"This venerable hotel, dating from the 1950s, has been nicely updated over the decades."
Time Out
"The Federal offers a very pleasant stay in the city for both business and leisure travellers." Full review
Lonely Planet
"The Federal opened shortly after Malaysia gained independence in 1957 and there's something of a nostalgic feel to this old school hotel, which has friendly staff and an outdoor pool." Full review
Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur
138 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur 50450, Malaysia
From $36/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Insight Guides
"This home-grown boutique hotel has rustic timber flooring and floor-to-ceiling glass panels looking out to either the Twin Towers or kl Tower."
Fodor's
"The combination of boutique-hotel vibe and urban-resort relaxation makes Hotel Maya particularly appealing." Full review
Rough Guide
Star
"This stunning boutique hotel has two hundred rooms arranged around a vast, futuristic central atrium, and is distinguished by chic designer furnishings throughout."
Time Out
"A boutique hotel in a more European sense of the word, the Hotel Maya is just about the only hotel of its kind in KL." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Still one of KL’s most stylish hotels, even if there’s wear and tear to some of their sleek timber-floored studios and suites." Full review