"This hotel is very good. Rooms are clean and nice and staff are pleasant and helpful. It is located very close to Indian restaurants and shops.
One downside is the lack of an intercom. It is not possible to contact reception from the room. Another downside is that the AC in the lobby/reception is quite weak. Another issue in reception is that the staff sit under some very powerful lights which generate so much heat that it's impossible to stand next to the desk to talk to them. I can't imagine...
"This hotel is very good. Rooms are clean and nice and staff are pleasant and helpful. It is located very close to Indian restaurants and shops.
One downside is the lack of an intercom. It is not possible to contact reception from the room. Another downside is that the AC in the lobby/reception is quite weak. Another issue in reception is that the staff sit under some very powerful lights which generate so much heat that it's impossible to stand next to the desk to talk to them. I can't imagine...
"Absolute worst place I've ever stayed in, it's disgusting, smells horrible, the staff were really bad and people there were very strange. Don't stay there"
"Absolute worst place I've ever stayed in, it's disgusting, smells horrible, the staff were really bad and people there were very strange. Don't stay there"
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Climb 272 colorful steps to reach the massive Hindu temple cave where monkeys scamper freely around towering golden statues. Join devotees during the vibrant Thaipusam Festival or explore the Dark Cave's ancient limestone formations with an educational guided tour.
Explorers Guesthouse was a great place to stay for a few days in Kuala Lumpur. It was clean, quiet and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and always available. There is a free light breakfast (toast and assorted jellies), coffee and tea, and WiFi throughout the building. The location is centrally located near Chinatown, several markets and is within walking distance of KL Eco Park.
Explorers Guesthouse was a great place to stay for a few days in Kuala Lumpur. It was clean, quiet and comfortable. Staff were very friendly and always available. There is a free light breakfast (toast and assorted jellies), coffee and tea, and WiFi throughout the building. The location is centrally located near Chinatown, several markets and is within walking distance of KL Eco Park.
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Reviewed October 18, 2018Reviewed October 18, 2018
You might like the nightly rates at this top accommodation in the surrounding area, which has positive reviews from our customers: Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur - 5.9 mi (9.5 km) from the heart of Batu Caves. Located within a 20-minute walk of Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park. Property features at this aparthotel include free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a sauna.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Batu Caves?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 80°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Batu Caves are November, December, April, and October, with each month seeing an average of 13 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Batu Caves?
Depending on what interests you, you might enjoy some places near Batu Caves. Get out into nature with places like Batu Caves, Bukit Guling Ayam, and Bukit Pana Kati. Cultural attractions include Orang Asli Museum, Petrosains Science Discovery Centre, and Sutra Dance Theatre. Visit landmarks like Loke Mansion, Sultan Abdul Samad Building, and Rumah Penghulu Abu Seman.
What's the best way to get to and around Batu Caves while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Batu Caves on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Subang (SZB-Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah), 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away from the city center. An alternative is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), located 33.3 mi (53.6 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to use public transit to get around. Make your way to KA07 Kepong Sentral Station to catch metro. To explore more of the surrounding area, hop on a train at Batu Caves Station, Kuala Lumpur Gombak Station, or KA07 Kepong Sentral Station.