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The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur vs The Federal Kuala Lumpur

Both hotels are recommended by expert writers. On balance, The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur ranks significantly better than Federal Hotel. The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur is ranked #3 in Kuala Lumpur with approval from 6 sources such as The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Condé Nast Traveler.

The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur
The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur
8 / 10
No.5, Jalan Sultan Hishamuddin, Kuala Lumpur 50000 , Malaysia
From $53 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Originally opened in 1932 and the pre-WWII KL equivalent of Raffles in Singapore, the impeccably restored Majestic is one of the city's top luxury hotels. Whether you stay in the original..." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"One of KL’s greatest landmarks in the 1930s. ... The hotel’s Majestic Wing...houses the Suites, the Colonial Café, The Bar and The Tea Lounge." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Truly majestic is the best way to describe this member of Leading Hotels of the World in downtown Kuala Lumpur. " Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"A colonial-era hotel and new tower that together encompass 300 rooms, a spa, and a variety of conference and meeting spaces." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Opposite the old Moorish style railway station in a historic part of town, the Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur is a five-pearl grande dame near the city's museums and manicured botanical gardens." Full review
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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