Pujangga Homestay

Pujangga Homestay is a small and home-like hostel centrally located in Kuala Lumpur. Although there is no airport pick up, the hostel is easy enough to find whether by the KLIA Ekspres and monorail (Bukit Bintang Station) or from the bus station, about a 5 minutes walk away.

Upon arrival, ring the bell. The gate is locked at all times, however, there is no indication that it is a rough area. The owner, Anuar, is friendly and welcoming. After a short check-in, you are shown to your room. There are four rooms -- a single, two doubles and a six-bed dormitory. All have air conditioning and are clean.

Breakfast is included in the price so you can help yourself to beverages, toast and jam, cereals, and fruit. There are also in also a small cooking area. The small but social lounge has cable TV and approximately 100 DVDs if you just wish to relax. Provided as well is internet access (4RM per hour) and very cheap overseas calls.

The hostel itself is situated in the 'Golden Triangle' and is approximately a 10 minute walk from the world famous Petronas Towers and gardens. There are several restaurants behind the hostel, each one providing a flavour from a different country -- France, Japan, Germany, and Brazil included. There are also several bars and shopping complexes within walking distance. Ask the well informed staff for a map and they'll provide you with a map and send you to the best locations.

To summarize, this is a small friendly hostel that is well run and close to the best that Kuala Lumpur has to offer.

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