Family-friendly hotels in KL
When I was a kid, hotel stays were the most exciting part of every holiday. With the aid of vivid imaginations, my siblings and myself could turn a double-bed room into the Amazon river. These days, hotels have upped their game by adding child-friendly activity rooms and combining packages for nearby attractions – so the little ones don’t even have to rely on their imaginations to have fun.
If you’re in Kuala Lumpur for a holiday with your kids, it’s safe to say that they will not go bored if you book a stay at one of these family-friendly hotels.
1. Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre (From $137/night)
Bunk beds in the 2-bedroom suite.
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Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre has plenty of options for family stays, but if you’re planning to go all out, head for their 2-bedroom family residence. The suite accommodates up to 4 children, where one of the rooms has bunk beds. Not forgetting how tech-savvy kids are these days, it also has a PlayStation with games.
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Older children might also enjoy heading to The Zone, the hotel’s social hub which has iMacs, PlayStations and Xboxes. You can also watch movies at The Zone’s home theatre. With complimentary shuttle bus services within KLCC, you can also easily head to nearby attractions like Aquaria KLCC.
Aquaria KLCC
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Book a stay at Pullman Kuala Lumpur City Centre.
Room Rates: From $137/night
Address: 4, Jalan Conlay, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +60 3-2170 8888 | Pullman Kuala Lumpur website
2. Sfera Residence Kuala Lumpur (From $163/night)
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You can’t really go wrong by choosing a serviced apartment for a family holiday. Sfera Residence Kuala Lumpur has all the facilities to keep everyone occupied: an indoor playground for kids, swimming pool that comes with a water slide, a gym alongside a steam and sauna.
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The apartment suites are pretty spacious as well, with each one having separate living, dining, kitchen and bedroom areas. Getting around the city is pretty convenient too, especially since the hotel is just a 5 minute walk away from Bukit Nanas Monorail Station.
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Book a stay at Sfera Residences Kuala Lumpur City Centre.
Room Rates: From $163/night
Address: Jalan Cendana, Off, Jln Sultan Ismail, Kampung Baru, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +603 2191 0800 | Sfera Residence Kuala Lumpur City Centre website
3. Berjaya Times Square Hotel (From $120/night)
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Making its home right next to a massive mall with a huge indoor theme park, Berjaya Times Square Hotel gives you easy access to a good thrill. The theme park has rides for young children and adults alike, including bumper cars, a safari train, and even an 800-metre long roller coaster.
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The hotel itself has its fair share of family-friendly facilities, such as a rooftop swimming pool, a squash court, and a playground.
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You can choose from a variety of rooms, from basic studio to 2-bedders, and penthouse suites – some of which overlook the city’s famous Twin Towers.
Book a stay at Berjaya Times Square Hotel.
Room Rates: From $120/night
Address: 1, Jalan Imbi, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +60 3-2117 8000 | Berjaya Times Square website
4. Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral (From $126/night)
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There probably isn’t a kid out there who doesn’t love to play camping, and it doesn’t even matter if it’s indoors or outdoors. Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral can arrange to set up Camp Aloft right in your hotel room, which puts a kids’ air mattress, tent, and goodie bag with games for kids in your room.
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At a glance, the boutique hotel looks like a rather corporate establishment. But with plenty of bright, colourful elements added to the mix, it’s safe to say that kids will find themselves quite at home here too.
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You and your family can chill out at common areas such as re:fuel by Aloft, a self-serve pantry where you can grab a cup of coffee with a muffin or two; or splash around at the sleek rooftop swimming pool.
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Book a stay at Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral.
Room Rates: From $126/night
Address: No. 5, Jalan Stesen Sentral, Kuala Lumpur Sentral, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +60 3-2723 1188 | Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral website
5. Furama Bukit Bintang (From $53/night)
Family rooms have the option of a kids’ setup.
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We’ve highlighted Furama Singapore’s knack for creating fun childrens’ rooms in the past, and you can expect to have a similar experience delivered at Furama Bukit Bintang, with cute cartoon bedding and children’s amenities and toiletries.
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It costs just an additional RM100 ($33.20) to get this setup with a booking of a Family Room.
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You can grab some colourful floats to lounge on at the swimming pool, or bring your children to the kids’ play corner at the lobby level.
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And if you’re looking to bring the fun back to your room, they have Theme Rooms (S$171/night) with different motifs like castle, safari or underwater for you to choose from.
Book a stay at Furama Bukit Bintang.
Room Rates: From $53/night
Address: 136, Jalan Changkat Thambi Dollah, Pudu, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +60 3-2788 8888 | Furama Bukit Bintang website
6. Ascott Kuala Lumpur (From $133/night)
2-bedroom premier.
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Ascott Kuala Lumpur’s serviced apartments range from studio rooms to 3-bedroom apartments, to fit groups of all sizes. You also have the option of having family meals here, making use of the kitchenettes that are installed in each room.
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Make yourself at home and dive right into a game of tennis, or splash around in the hotel’s pool.
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For the young ‘uns, there’s a playground as well as a playroom that comes with comfy bean bags and mini tents.
Room Rates: From $133/night
Address: 9, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +60 3-2718 6868 | Ascott Kuala Lumpur
7. Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur (From $315/night)
The Family Premier Suite comes with a cute little modern teepee which fits up to 2 kids of maximum 161 cm height
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Bringing the little ones on a vacation doesn’t mean compromising on the fun for Mum and Dad. Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur is located right smack in the middle of shopping destinations galore as well as iconic attractions including the Petronas Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur Tower and the KL Heritage Trail. If you’re planning your itinerary ahead of the trip, sneak a peek at the Concierge Team’s insider recommendations. Hotel guests can also catch a free shuttle service to KLCC, Pavilion & Starhill Gallery, Fahrenheit 88 and other popular KL spots.
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Kick back in the lap of luxury while your kids have a blast with the hotel facilities. Guests staying in Horizon Club Executive rooms and suites will be entitled to access the Horizon Club Lounge, as well as daily breakfast, afternoon tea from 3-5PM and even a round of evening canapes and cocktails from 5-7PM. From Friday to Sunday, the Horizon Club Lounge also has a family section with toys, books and a special buffet selection just for kids.
The hotel has a team of Kid’s Ambassadors to keep a look-out for your precious tots, so you can kick back and have a worry-free vacation while the little ones have a blast.
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A slew of family activities await all in-house guests with children between the age of 4-12 years old, from fish feeding by the koi pond and ice cream sundae parties to gardening class, movie nights and Aqua Zumba sessions. Brb, wishing we were kids again!
Book a stay at Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur.
Room Rates: From $315/night on average for Family Premier Suite
Address: 11 Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +60 3-2032 2388 | Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur website
8. Sunway Pyramid Hotel & Spa (from $917/night)
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With two live-sized elephant statues greeting you at Sunway Hotel Resort & Spa’s entrance, you can already get an idea of the “adventure” theme that comes into play once you delve deeper into the hotel and its adjacent theme park and mall.
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The theme park Sunway Lagoon isn’t short of activities for the family, with 6 different adventure parks. There’s an amusement park with roller coasters, pirate ship ride, and spinning teacups, a water park with a surf pool, a Nickelodeon theme park, and even a zoo.
You can also go bungee jumping and go-karting at the extreme park, or scare yourselves silly at a horror-themed scream park. Head next door to Sunway Pyramid mall for an arcade or ice skating rink. The hotel often offers packages for these activities throughout the year.
Image adapted from: Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa
If you prefer to just relax at the hotel itself, head to the pool which resembles an Indiana Jones-esque jungle oasis complete with waterfalls.
Arabian-themed Club Room.
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Their standard premier rooms accommodate 2 adults and 2 children, and you can even get rooms that overlook the theme park.
Book a stay at Sunway Pyramid Hotel.
Room Rates: From $917/night
Address: Persiaran Lagoon, Bandar Sunway, 47500 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Contact: +60 1-800-82-8888 | Sunway Resort website
9. E&O Residences Kuala Lumpur (From $108/night)
The cast of Madagascar makes an appearance in the playroom in the form of stuffed toys
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E&O Residences Kuala Lumpur has some hidden spots for kids to enjoy, such as a warped, futuristic play area with a slide.
There is also a playroom with plenty of colourful plushies, mini slides and houses, and tents to keep young children busy while parents relax by the pool or burn off some holiday weight at the gym.
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Offering serviced apartment options of 1 or 2-bedroom suites, the upscale E&O makes for a quiet, luxurious holiday for families visiting the city.
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Image credit: E&O Residences KL
Book a stay at E&O Residences Kuala Lumpur.
Room Rates: From $108/night
Address: Off Jalan Sultan Ismail, 1, Jalan Tengah, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +60 3-2023 2188 | E & O Residences website
10. Sunway Putra Hotel (From $61/night)
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Located right next to a mall and an MRT station, Sunway Putra Hotel offers easy access to shopping and food nearby. The hotel has a range of studio rooms, family rooms and suites for groups of all sizes. The hotel can provide a free baby cot if you’re travelling with an infant.
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An indoor playground at the executive lounge is free for all guests with kids. It comes with a mini fort and colourful rockers, complete with a sitting area for caretakers. You can also wind down at the swimming pool, which offers a pretty awesome view of the city skyline.
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Book a stay at Sunway Putra Hotel.
Room Rates: From $61/night
Address: 100, Jalan Putra, Chow Kit, 50350 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +60 3-4040 9888 | Sunway Putra Hotel
11. Westin KL (From $189/night)
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Sitting snugly along the vibrant shopping district of Bukit Bintang, The Westin is a convenient hotel for exploring the city. They have the standard rooms and suites, but if you need even more space, there are also 2-bedroom suites.
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Your kids will have a field day with the complimentary usage of the Westin Kids Club. Suitable for children ages 2 to 12, the club has mini slides, a ball pit, and kid-sized vehicles. The hotel also has a pretty relaxing pool area too, which is sheltered with lots of greenery.
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Book a stay at The Westin Kuala Lumpur.
Room Rates: From $189/night
Address: 199, Bukit Bintang Street, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Contact: +60 3-2731 8333 | Westin Kuala Lumpur
Child-friendly staycations in Kuala Lumpur
While adults can enjoy themselves exploring the city of Kuala Lumpur, kids can have their fun too, with either the many child-friendly hotel facilities, or nearby attractions. Either way, you’ll never run out of things to do as a family in the city.
If you’re looking for other things to do in KL, check out our guides here:
- Things to do in KL
- Things to do on a budget
- Street food
- Themed cafes
- Most happening nightclubs
- Speakeasy bars
- Affordable eateries in Cheras
Image adapted from: Pullman Kuala Lumpur, Furama Bukit Bintang, @pullmanklcc, E&O Residences Kuala Lumpur
First published on 20th April 2019. Last updated by Brendan Yee on 30th August 2022.
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