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The Federal Kuala LumpurvsSekeping Tenggiri
Both hotels are highly recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Federal Hotel scores marginally better than Sekeping Tenggiri. Federal Hotel scores 75 with approval from 3 sources including Lonely Planet, Time Out and Rough Guide.
The Federal Kuala Lumpur
Rough Guide
Time Out
Lonely Planet
35 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur 55100, Malaysia
From $65/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Star
"This venerable hotel, dating from the 1950s, has been nicely updated over the decades."
"The Federal offers a very pleasant stay in the city for both business and leisure travellers." Full review
"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
Sekeping Tenggiri
Fodor's
Time Out
Lonely Planet
48 Jalan Tenggiri, Taman Weng Lock, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur 59100, Malaysia
From $0/night
- Pool
- Free Parking
- Kitchenette
- Air Conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Private balcony
"Landscape architect Ng Sek San initially acquired the two houses...to serve as a warehouse for his personal art collection. ... The house is decorated with original works."
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Make an appointment to visit the art gallery.
"Inside, a stark contrast to the minimal lines of the rest of the building. Artworks flood every spare inch of the space, and the collection is vast and eclectic." Full review
Top Choice
"Even if it didn’t provide access to architect Ng Seksan’s superlative private collection of contemporary Malaysian art... this would be a lovely place to stay." Full review