62 Jalan Sultan, Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia | (888) 240-0568
Centrally located hotel with cheap rates
Chinatown setting close to Petaling Street, restaurants, and train station
Rooms come with air-conditioning, mini-fridges, and desks
Well-regarded restaurant with breakfast buffets and outdoor dining
Small business center with computers
Meeting space on-site
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Small rooms and bathrooms
Some Superior Rooms lack windows
Reports of unpleasant odors
Complaints of cumbersome elevators
No fitness center or pool
The 151-room, mid-range Swiss Inn Kuala Lumpur is an affordable property conveniently located in the heart of Chinatown by bustling Petaling Street. Small rooms are largely contemporary and come with free bottled water, coffee- and tea-making facilities, mini-fridges, and flat-screen TVs. However, some of the lower-category units lack windows, so be sure to request one if that's important.Unfortunately, guests have complained of maintenance issues, unpleasant odors, and inconsistent service. Features here are limited to a tasty all-day restaurant that serves a decent buffet breakfast for a fee, free property-wide Wi-Fi, and a meeting room. Overall, there are better values to be found in the area, such as the nearby Geo Hotel, a similarly priced property with quiet rooms.
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Scene
Cheap, convenient hotel with rainbow-colored walls and local artwork
Swiss Inn is a colorful and cheap hotel in Kuala Lumpur, attracting tourists looking to be in the center of the Chinatown action. Within a quick walk of bustling Petaling Street and Central Market, guests benefit from convenient setting without the accompanying noise. Unfortunately, the reportedly lackluster service, unpleasant odors, occasional maintenance issues, and lack of windows in some rooms don't make up for the affordable rates. Additionally, some rooms require taking two elevators. Nevertheless, rooms are largely contemporary and subdued in style, done in largely neutral tones with hints of mauve or red in bathrooms. The lobby is more old-fashioned and funky, with a rainbow painted on one wall, green and red chairs, a large painting of a Petaling Street scene, and a grandfather clock. The casual restaurant has indoor and patio seating, where diners can gaze at the passersby at the bustling shopping center. Overall, it's hard to beat the price and location at Swiss Inn, but those willing to pay a bit more may prefer the better-maintained Hotel Maison Boutique or the pool-equipped Ramada Suites.
Location
In Chinatown, a seven-minute walk to Central Market
This hotel has an excellent location on a busy street in the Chinatown neighborhood of Kuala Lumpur, putting guests in the heart of the action. It's just a block from bustling Petaling Street, known for its street vendors with authentic local food stalls and souvenir shops, and the hotel is a seven-minute walk from Central Market, a Malaysian landmark with restaurants, shops and live music. It's also close to public transportation options, with Pasar Seni monorail station a six-minute stroll away and Plazaq Raykat station a seven-minute walk. In addition to numerous shops and restaurants, there are historical landmarks and cultural activities within walking distance. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is about a 45-minute drive.
Rooms
Small, contemporary rooms with fridges, AC, and showers
The 151 rooms here are largely outfitted in the same contemporary decor, consisting of light-wood floors, black wood furniture with a vine motif, mauve curtains, and photo artwork of outdoor scenes. While appealing and quiet, some guests have reported maintenance issues and unpleasant odors. Also on the downside, some of the entry-level Superior Rooms lack windows and feel cramped. Compact bathrooms have showers with bright-red panels, but some are wet room-style and may get floors wet. Also standard are kettles alongside tea and coffee, work desks, electronic safes, flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges, free bottled water, air-conditioning, hairdryers, and free basic toiletries. Family Rooms are available.
Features
Well-regarded restaurant with outdoor seating
There are no fitness center or swimming pool here, but the on-site restaurant receives positive reviews. The all-day eatery serves regional and Western cuisines, and seating is available both inside or outdoors. Many guests opt in for the buffet breakfasts, particularly noting the quality of the croissants. Additional amenities are limited to free property-wide Wi-Fi, a small business center with desks and computers for guests to use, and a meeting space.
