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The Federal Kuala Lumpur vs Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral

Both Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral and Federal Hotel are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral scores significantly better than Federal Hotel. Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral has a TripExpert Score of 81 with approval from 4 reviews such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Time Out.

The Federal Kuala Lumpur
The Federal Kuala Lumpur
7 / 10
35 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur 55100, Malaysia
From $65 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Rough Guide Rough Guide
Star
"This venerable hotel, dating from the 1950s, has been nicely updated over the decades."
Time Out Time Out
"The Federal offers a very pleasant stay in the city for both business and leisure travellers." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"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
Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral
7 / 10
No 5, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, Kuala Lumpur 50470, Malaysia
From $58 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
  • Laundy Room
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Time Out Time Out
"Aloft is conveniently located within the KL Sentral vicinity and easily accessible by LRT, KTM and the KLIA Express Rail Link." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
8.0
"A good choice for travellers looking for somewhere cool and contemporary that doesn’t cost a fortune. Rooms are smart and spacious." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 482-room Aloft Sentral Hotel is a modern, three-and-a-half pearl property that's a 10-minute walk from KL Sentral Station." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Designed for the Google generation of young creatives, Aloft is industrial chic meets plastic fantastic." Full review