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Capitol Hotel vs BackHome Kuala Lumpur Hostel

Both properties are highly recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, BackHome KL scores marginally higher than Capitol Hotel. BackHome KL is ranked #18 in Kuala Lumpur with endorsements from 2 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Oyster.

Capitol Hotel
Capitol Hotel
7 / 10
Jalan Bulan, Off Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur 55100, Malaysia
From $59 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"A top pick for a budget hotel, Capitol is located in a lively part of the city's popular Golden Triangle district, close to the junction of Jalan Sultan Ismail and Jalan Bukit Bintang." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Large, contemporary and best of all, clean, the Hotel Capitol is amazing value for money for any casual traveller, no matter if they’re travelling alone or with children." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Bland but reliable and very central. The pricier loft-style and premium corner rooms sport hip furnishings and good views." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range, 235-room Capitol Hotel is a well-maintained, largely contemporary spot close to many shops, restaurants, nightlife, and tourist attractions in the Bukit Bintang area of Kuala Lumpur." Full review
BackHome Kuala Lumpur Hostel
BackHome Kuala Lumpur Hostel
7 / 10
30, Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, Kuala Lumpur 50000, Malaysia
From $0 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Multilingual
  • Air Conditioning
  • Breakfast included
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This chic pit stop for flashpackers offers polished-concrete finishes, Zen simple decoration, fab rain showers and a blissful central courtyard sprouting spindly trees." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"BackHome is an above-average hostel in the historic district of Kuala Lumpur, within walking distance of a train station and Chinatown." Full review