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The Federal Kuala Lumpur vs The Westin Kuala Lumpur

Both The Westin Kuala Lumpur and Federal Hotel are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Westin Kuala Lumpur ranks significantly better than Federal Hotel. The Westin Kuala Lumpur comes in at #8 in Kuala Lumpur with praise from 6 publications like Fodor's, Lonely Planet 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
The Westin Kuala Lumpur
The Westin Kuala Lumpur
7 / 10
199 Jalan Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur 55100, Malaysia
From $62 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The Westin is no ordinary hotel... There is a trendy vibe to everything from restaurants to bars, and the rooms are contemporary, functional, and welcoming." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The Westin's spacious rooms are modern and appealing and it's easy to see why long-term residents love its serviced apartments with their full kitchens and glassed-in balconies." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Widely respected as one of KL’s finest and most popular hotels, The Westin staff are arguably the friendliest and most helpful of any hotel in the city." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"Just across from the Pavilion shopping center, the 443-room Westin Kuala Lumpur is a five-pearl chain hotel in a convenient location." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Recharge in stylish accommodations and enjoy superb dining and business amenities, all in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle." Full review
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