The Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Expert reviews
“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 building or the new attached tower block (where the majority of rooms are) you are guaranteed comfort and style. Other appealing features include an orchid-filled conservatory and two swimming pools.”
“The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur is one of those alluring establishments that captures the evocative spirit of travel. Built during Malaysia’s boom years before World War II, the hotel evokes a luxurious colonial atmosphere. Think high tea in an orchid conservatory and whisky in the Drawing Room.”
What guests liked
- Top location
- Swimming pool
- Comfortable beds
- Free Wifi
- Friendly staff
All you need to know
The Kuala Lumpur Majestic Hotel, which incorporates the original Hotel Majestic, is recognized as a national heritage site. This 1932-built colonial edifice was among the most prestigious hotels in Kuala Lumpur during its prime.
As a symbol of Malaya’s prosperous years preceding World War II, the hotel served as the venue for high-profile social gatherings, government affairs, and provided accommodation to notable international guests.
The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur aims to uphold the elegance, legacy, and triumph of its precursor as a YTL Classic Hotel.
Nowadays, The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur has made its mark as part of the Autograph Collection of iconic historic hotels. Here, the charm of a city’s unique history is seamlessly blended with contemporary luxuries and fashionable advancements of today.
All of the guestrooms are large and luxurious, equipped with a flat-screen television, a personal security safe, and an electric teapot. The en-suite bathrooms boast separate bathtubs and showers, and come with a hairdryer. Additionally, slippers, a toothbrush, toothpaste, and other toiletries are provided for your convenience. Room service is also available for dining in the comfort of your room.
The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur, part of the Autograph Collection, is conveniently located a mere 5-minute walk from Merdeka Square and a quick 5-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur Central Station. The popular shopping district Bukit Bintang is just a 15-minute drive away.
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Recent guest reviews
1 October 2025
Great time.
Both the new and heritage sections were very comfortable but different. The food was of a high quality.
The pool was a little disappointing but only a minor factor.
29 September 2025
Satisfied & enjoyed our 3D2N stay. TQ for upgrading our room to grand suite
Breakfast is good. Dinner is ok but suggested to add more menus
Everything are good from the time we checked in until we checked out. Tq to Su and Kaven the receptionist for attending our request with a smile. Also goes to the housekeeping staff as well as the bellboy. Everywhere we go at the hotel we were greated with a smile by all the staff.
28 September 2025
Great Stay at Majestic KL
All the staff were incredibly courteous and welcoming. I’ve never experienced such warmth from hotel staff until we met Win at the reception. He was so kind and playful with my kids, and they truly enjoyed their stay because of him. Thank you, Win, for your wonderful hospitality. The breakfast and dinner selections were also fantastic and absolutely delicious. Keep up the great standards ans we’ll definitely be back!
Nil
28 September 2025
It was a comfortable stay in a beautiful old charm hotel.
The location and the ambience of the place.
The tight fit and glass walls in the bathroom and the bathtub which took up a lot of bathroom space.
26 September 2025
Very good
Location is absolutely the best. Staff are really friendly
I think its abit pricey for a non luxurious place but all in all, its great
25 September 2025
Wonderful
Suits the name. Very majestic. Been to lots of hotel around KL but this hotel is special. Very premium room , very nice pool with view and the roof garden was a nice touch. The breakfast was wonderful. A lot of choices and they tasted great. Nasi lemak was delicious as it’s Malaysian’s favourite breakfast. Fast check in process and friendly staffs who always acknowledges you every time they pass by. Worth the money.
Paid parking. It’s costs you RM15 per entry which I feel like it’s a lot when you are already spending for staying in the hotel. One day multiple entry for RM15 will make a lot more sense. Or you can easily give a free parking as your guests are actually paying a nice price to stay in your hotel.
24 September 2025
Excellent
Beautiful place to stay
Staff good . Suite was very good .
22 September 2025
Exceptional
The breakfast spread was amazing.. love the coffee section especially. The staff were also very accomodative and friendly. Spacious room and the bed is to die for. Overall experience : 10/10 Would definitely come again.
18 September 2025
Very comfortable.
Very comfortable room. Spacious.
16 September 2025
All good and excellent
Cozy and chill
Just the parking i had to pay rm15 per day
16 September 2025
Very good
喜欢酒店lobby and room 的氛围,bathroom and bathtub is quite good But be careful after use the bathtub ,the floor and slipper are very slippery, be careful
Can feel the elastic of bed a bit loose but the quit cover and bed sheets is comfortable
16 September 2025
Very comfortable room, fantastic breakfast, very polite and helpful staff
Good central location.
Rather small swimming pool. Roads around rather busy and difficult to cross as a pedestrian.
15 September 2025
Fabulous
We liked how pretty it was and we got lucky miss universe Malaysia happened at the same time as our arrival
Hard to get from KL train station, no crossing or anything, but not much they can do
12 September 2025
Awesome pawsome
Location, bath tub and good breakfast spread.
11 September 2025
Fabulous
Rooms are beautiful. Very comfortable and spacious.
The restaurant is quite expensive for what it is, but the staff are lovely
10 September 2025
majestic
everything in this hotel is majestic.... Great location, exceptionally friendly staff premium breakfast was my first stay, and for sure, not the last one...
nothing to complain about...
8 September 2025
Would we stay again? Yes.
Friendly staff Minor issues with room were rectified promptly Huge room (Junior Suite) Close to Kuala Lumpur and KL Sentral stations, both of which we used Good range of breakfast food
In-room dining for vegetarians was very limited, so we didn't use it
8 September 2025
Luxurious
ground staff were courteous, accommodating, and attentive. cafe staff were kind enough to oblige to a last minute change in location for our afternoon tea. bathroom was also exceptionally luxurious, bed was comfortable and the addition of a bolster was nice. restaurant breakfast had a wide variety
tv doesnt have wifi so you can't cast from your phone.... also had a nightmare experience making bookings with their backend staff (not on the ground)
7 September 2025
Great old world charm hotel with excellent service
Great customer service and staff were very welcoming and hospitable.
Breakfast finishes at 10.30am had difficulty waking up on time especially on holidays.
6 September 2025
Amazing experience
Awesome and amazing everything from service, to rooms and breakfast was simply superb
6 September 2025
Very satisfied.
Very nice
Nothing bad to say
4 September 2025
Above spoilt an otherwise a unique nostalgic experience especially the ‘charges’ for ‘standard’ hotel services. Otherwis
Love the Free Upgrade to a Suite in the old, colonial style building. Especially the vintage Claw-Leg bathtub!
Majestic Hotel seems too fixated on charging us for every conceivable, seemingly ‘petty’ reasons. RM 15 per entry for daily parking, extra charges if we request for more than their 2 daily coffee capsules, if we request early check-in or late check-out. Even request for any room decoration for our Anniversary staycation (3 star hotels provide for free!) Despite their Autograph Collection branding of impeccable service to their guests. Buffet dinner and breakfast variety not on par to their status above
4 September 2025
Great staff a great facility we love this hotel
At the front noisy traffic all night, the carpet stained and in need of a good clean. breakfast great with a large variety although the cooked food needs to be hotter.
Noisy room
1 September 2025
Step Into A Forgotten World of Classical Beauty and Care
A delightful property, well appointed comfortable rooms, we had a junior suite, loved the bathtub! The pool is wonderful to swim in. There is an abundance of places to hang out and enjoy. Concierge and housekeeping were very attentive to our needs. The service is perfect - so see less you almost d not see they are there.
Nothing to do with the property, but the road noise, especially the extremely loud motor bike riders all night long until around 5:30am…. Nasty.
1 September 2025
Enjoyable and memorable stay
Had a very enjoyable stay at The Majestic KL. The room was clean and spacious, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. I really loved the old architecture and classic vibe of the hotel, yet it still feels modernized. A surprise birthday cake right after checkin truly made me happy and added a special touch. Breakfast was great, and overall the stay was very pleasant, definitely come back again.
The only downside was the limited in-room dining options, and the Wok Fried Rice was a bit underwhelming for the price. Hopefully, this can be improved in the future.
26 August 2025
A deeply satisfying moment.
We were welcomed by hotel staff in traditional uniforms, and finally had the chance to stay at a hotel we had long been looking forward to visiting. This time, our stay was to celebrate a family member’s birthday. At the front desk, the receptionist greeted us with a gentlemanly smile and heartfelt professionalism. Since we had mentioned at the time of booking that our stay was for a birthday, the room was prepared with a cake, a birthday card, and balloons—and to our surprise, we were also upgraded to a suite. We were truly moved by such a thoughtful and wonderful gesture. The breakfast buffet exceeded expectations, offering a wide variety ranging from continental dishes to Malay cuisine and ethnic specialties. Every dish was authentic and delicious, leaving us more than satisfied. We are deeply grateful for making this stay such a memorable and special occasion. This is a hotel we would love to return to again, especially for future celebrations.
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26 August 2025
Well maintained hotel with charming historic heart
Well maintained, clean and popular hotel. Comfortable rooms with good facilities. An abundant breakfast buffet with wide variety of choices available. The hotel now has a half-hourly shuttle service to Central Station, which is a very welcome addition. The standout of the property is the Heritage Wing, which continues to exude old world charm with beautiful bar, restaurant and club rooms. It is this space which makes for a memorable stay.
While the overall experience at The Majestic was enjoyable, but there were a few frustrating issues: 1. The very patchy, unstable Wifi in the rooms. 2. The terrible sound proofing. Unusual in a hotel at this price range, but traffic noise heard all hours of the day and night, requiring ear plugs throughout my stay. Also: 3. The landscaping in front of the Herriage Wing is a missed opportunity. Frankly it looks like an embarrassing afterthought when it could really be a standout feature of the property. 4. There is very a poor architectural connection between the older and modern parts of the hotel. At least the heritage wing has been preserved and maintained, but let's hope the architect in charge of the modernization hasn't worked on any more historic building projects.
21 August 2025
Very good
The lobby was nice as we enter, there were flowers receiving us and everyone was friendly. Room was clean and very comfortable to stay in.
There was no power socket near the bed for charging the phone. The bath tray caddy was also rusty and noticably smells of rust - i had health concerns about the rust and would put it aside as i shower. Other than that the stay was lovely!
20 August 2025
Thumbs up. Love it
Overall i puas hati. Cuma i request untuk newly wedd punya deco maybe ada swan towel or petals tapi dont have. And i suka breakfast food banyak betul pilihan cjma taste dia maybe can improve a bit.
20 August 2025
Classic hotel consistently providing traditional services and well maintained
Very authentic classic hotel with lovely F&B outlets, nice uniforms and great service.
18 August 2025
Exceptional
The breakfast was so good and got so many choices. the roti canai was so delicious. the room also big and comfort and my toddler love to play around the room
12 August 2025
A comfortable stay
The facilities
The restaurant staff are unfriendly
12 August 2025
Exceptional
Everything starting from the rooms were very clean and tidy , moving to the staff who were very friendly
7 August 2025
A good hotel with great staff.
Great rooms, lovely hotel and the staff are fabulous. Excellent for a stopover NZ - Europe. Stayed both ways.
The boy racers on motorcycles or in cars. I doubt the windows are double glazed…..quite noisy for light sleepers.
5 August 2025
Overall worth for money
The design, restaurant is good also.
4 August 2025
Stay was great
We enjoyed everything at the hotel Rooms, helpfulness of the staff Breakfast was fantastic Beds were comfortable
Option for guests to swop breakfast for either a lunch or supper As when you are ready to leave in the morning - you cannot maximize your time and get the full benefits of the breakfast
3 August 2025
Exceptional
luxury hotel, good breakfast.
2 August 2025
Awesome
Clean and food so nice
Can not sleep during day time,too noisy
1 August 2025
Great stay very luxurious hotel
Splendid hotel
Everything was great
30 July 2025
A Majestic Stay in Every Sense of the Word
As the name suggests, this was truly a majestic stay. I came hoping for rest and beauty, and I left with something more—a sense of genuine care and warmth that far exceeded my expectations. The hotel itself is stunning, with a timeless elegance that blends colonial charm and modern comfort. But what truly sets The Majestic apart is its people. Every interaction felt thoughtful and personal. My room was spacious and beautifully appointed, the afternoon tea in the Orchid Conservatory was magical, and breakfast at Contango was always a highlight. Everything was done with grace and attention to detail. This wasn’t just a hotel stay—it was an experience. One I’ll carry with me long after check-out.
Nothing, the stay was wonderful.
29 July 2025
Brilliant Short Stay
Junior Suite was spacious for 3 adults. They had set up the sofa-bed with appropriate linen, which avoided the need of a roll-on bed. Ours was facing the front towards the railway line, but the ones on the opposite side had the bed in a room, which divided the overall space. For us that would have been tight, so we were quite happy to have the one all open. Breakfast was huge, covered local and continental cuisine, so it was something one didn't want to miss, first thing in the day. Bed was comfy, a bit on the soft side, so I preferred the Sofa-bed - its just a matter of personal preference. Bathroom had everything, Bathtub, Shower-stall, WC enclosure, not 1 but 2 wash basins - the two wash basins was a blessing, since we were there for a wedding reception, 3 of us getting ready was easy. Otherwise there were adequate mirrors too. Bathtub was provided with bathing salts. Ample toiletries and more on request. Other than electric kettle, there was a coffe machine also with coffee pods (complimentary) for me it was god-send. There are ample power sockets and they are all international type so no need for adapters except for in the Bathroom and Bedside tables. Location-wise it is a bit isolated as in no shops in the vicinity but it is fairly close to the city centre. This drawback is compensated by the Hotel Shuttle (complimentray) to KL Sentral and back. You can hop onto it every 25-30mins and come back as you are done doing your shopping at NU Sentral (attached to KL Sentral). We extensively made use of the pool and gym on the 4th floor. Gym was well equipped and had infused water provision. Finally the high point for us was that we were accorded early check-in and late check-out. This was very important for us as we had travelled overnight to arrive quite early and had an evening departure. Please note that if you are travelling by MAS or Batik Airways you can check-in and drop your bags at KL Sentral and then carry-on with your day,
Bathroom had everything, Bathtub, Shower-stall, WC enclosure, not 1 but 2 wash basins - but then it was a little tight. Bathtub in the middle was a little inconvenient to move about. The bathroom has a huge sliding glass door with a curtain on the outside, which was a little discomforting for privacy. But we kind of worked around it. Every space was just about ok. Would have been nice if it were a little bigger. Surprisingly, there was no luggage rack so we had to improvise of placing our suitcases on chairs or bed-bench, plus the cupboard space was inadequate for 3. Maybe for a shorter stay it would have worked. For us it was a bit of an issue. Breakfast was definitely awesome, but I wish they would curate the menu a little bit to provide for some variety for long-stay guests.
28 July 2025
Fabulous
The cleanliness of the room is superb...and everything inside the room
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27 July 2025
Best. Value for money
Scenery. Room are clean and tidy.
27 July 2025
enjoyable stay.
excellent , clean amenities. very friendly staff.
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26 July 2025
A very elegant overnight stay
It’s a beautiful 5 star hotel, well appointed with style and comfort. My room had a fantastic view of the city and mosque.
It’s not far from the Chinatown but better to take taxi
22 July 2025
Good stay at the Majestic.
The general atmosphere , the helpful staff, the space ,the decoration . The food was very good and the buffet is great The Colonial Cafe and the different tea rooms are exquisite, and intimate
The quality of the bed ,bad mattress The sofa was more comfortable than the bed!! The pool decoration is very poor not appealing ,a bit more of green would help to relax !!
20 July 2025
A Timeless and Luxurious Honeymoon Stay at The Majestic
Our stay in Kuala Lumpur as part of our honeymoon was at The Majestic Hotel, and it was absolutely lovely. My wife and I loved everything about the hotel. They decorated the room and gave us a beautiful flower for our honeymoon, which was a thoughtful gesture we truly appreciated—we even kept the note they wrote us as a keepsake. The hotel is very luxurious, and the tea room was simply heavenly. We tried the couple’s massage at their spa, and it was exceptional. Needless to say, the hotel is spotless, and its colonial style is both classic and timeless. The breakfast was the best hotel breakfast I’ve ever had, with a wide selection of both Western and Malay dishes—everything was delicious. The staff were incredibly welcoming. If you're staying in Kuala Lumpur, The Majestic is a must. We’ll definitely stay here again the next time we visit.
19 July 2025
Fabulous
Loved the breakfast buffet
Having to pay for parking as a customer
19 July 2025
Great hotel, highly recommended
The hotel was fantastic, it had old colonial charm, plenty of amenities, great breakfast buffet and attentive staff.
Nothing. Only thing i can think of is that it was not right in the City centre but it was not an issue for us
Hotel facilities
Food & Drink
- - Restaurant
- - Bar
- - Special diet menus (on request)
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Barber/beauty shop
- - Lift
- - Safety deposit box
- - Non-smoking throughout
- - Air conditioning
- - Designated smoking area
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Business facilities
- - Meeting/banquet facilities (additional charge)
- - Business centre
- - Fax/photocopying (additional charge)
Reception services
- - 24-hour front desk
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Luggage storage
- - Concierge service
- - Private check-in/check-out
Activities
- - Fitness centre
- - Spa and wellness centre (additional charge)
- - Spa facilities
- - Spa/wellness packages
- - Fitness
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Trouser press (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Outdoors
- - Outdoor pool
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
Parking
- - Accessible parking
Transport
- - Airport pick up (additional charge)
- - Airport drop off (additional charge)
Pool and wellness
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming pool
Miscellaneous
- - 24-hour security
- - Key card access
- - Security alarm
- - Smoke alarms
- - CCTV in common areas
- - Fire extinguishers

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2 October 2025
One of the best I ever had.