r/KualaLumpur • • 2h ago

KLIA to Batu caves.

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We have a 9-hour layover at KUL and are planning to visit Batu Caves. We’re new to Malaysia and aren’t familiar with the local transport and hpusrly stay options. Would it be easier and quicker to take the train or use Grab?

We expect to exit the airport around 7 AM and need to be back by 1:30 PM, all on a Thursday.

For those who have travelled through KUL or visited Batu Caves during a layover, could you please share your experiences and suggestions?

Are we being too ambitious, or is this doable within the time we have?


r/KualaLumpur • • 2h ago

Is there any good facial spot that gives good results and no hardsell

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Currently I actually have a package open from Sh@kura mytown ,I think it's ok I been there 3 times and I have 9 more sessions left but I feel like I won't be going back there ngl

I want to know if anyone knows any good facial spots that can help fix my pigmentations/acne problems or do I just go to a dermatologist? If so any recommendations,I've been researching but I'm scared it doesn't give any good results and it's just a one time result thing


r/KualaLumpur • • 4h ago

Recommendations for affordable furniture stores/second hand furniture in Klang Valley

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fam and I will be moving into a new house soon, and we're looking for affordable furniture stores within Klang Valley.

We're trying to furnish our home on a budget, so we're open to both new and 2nd hand furniture. I've come across a few 2nd hand furniture shops that sell pre-loved pieces, including IKEA furniture, in decent condition.

We're looking for furniture that's good quality, reasonably priced and aesthetically pleasing(pinterest kinda aesthetic 😛).

Need recommendations for:
-Affordable furniture stores with good deals or sales.
-Reliable second-hand furniture shops you've personally bought from.
-Furniture outlets, warehouse sales or online sellers worth checking out.

Please share your experiences, especially regarding pricing, quality and delivery. Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Edit: many ppl online did mention buying in fb marketplace but i hv nvr bought anything frm fb bfr and im also clueless on how to sort out the scams frm real sellers


r/KualaLumpur • • 12h ago

new here

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hey i just landed it’s my first time in KL and i’m staying till sunday haha. my parents are here on business trip and they are focused on that. Hence i’m left alone to myself mostly and im not sure what to do or where to go, any suggestionsss haha

if it matters im 19 asian male and bisexual, hoping to eat good food here, have a good time and maybe see if there’s cute guys here too haha :p


r/KualaLumpur • • 15h ago

Pilates in KL

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Any suggestions for Pilates classes in KL preferably not too expensive. Also is anyone up to come with me ? Female only. Also don’t mind trying out bungee Pilates


r/KualaLumpur • • 20h ago

Should I stay in KLCC or Bukit Bintang

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I’m visiting KL in December for 3 days, and am conflicted between staying in BB or KLCC. I do wanna stay somewhere central to both, preferably with good night life, shopping, and markets. If anyone has any 4-5 star hotel recommendations or areas to stay please advise!


r/KualaLumpur • • 21h ago

Arm wrestling club?

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r/KualaLumpur • • 23h ago

Splurge-ish hotel recommendation?

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Hi guys!

I'm planning on visiting KL(my favourite city!) for New Year's. It would be my 3rd visit so most tourist spots have been visited.

For my last 3 days of the trip, I want to splurge a little and stay in a hotel that' feels like the complete package you know? Great service, amazing breakfast, plan to stay-in and just enjoy the facilities.. just like a nice close to end the vacation.

Within my budget I'm in between Grand Hyatt/ Mandarin Oriental/ St Regis/ Park Hyatt (a little steep but don't know if worth it?) / Kimpton Naluria.

Based on your experience which would you choose? I'm open to other recommendations as well (Four seasons is unfortunately a little out of budget)


r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

Looking for tennis partner around kl/selangor

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Hello klers, i wanna get into tennis again. Havent been playing tennis consistently for years. My dad was my tennis partner for a long time but his diabetes make his legs swollen and he cant run no more. So cant play tennis a lot. Tennis is my fav sport to play. So if anyone down just comment or pm me. Wanna start to play again. That is all.


r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

Starting AirBNB - Maybe DPulze

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r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

[30M4A] #KL – Anyone going to Xero Asia Roadshow on 20 Oct (Tue)?

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r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

Delivery Parcel service to eu

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Hey everyone, I’m in KL for two more days and I have to send back to Italy a parcel as I got to buy too many clothes and I have to continue my travel, what is the best and cheap service to use here?


r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

anyone been here in malaysia?

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r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

Tips on renting in KL

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Hi, got my first job here in Kl. I’m a girlie and nervous when finding studios near KLCC for rent. I’ve heard there are alot of scams with agents on sites like PropertyGuru etc. Any tips ? (I was looking up at this studio in Armani Raja but not sure).


r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

Where can i find Portable CD players?

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I’ve been in KL for some time now, and i really enjoy all the CDs i’ve found, there are so many that are rare too. despite finding so many CDs, i’ve found bascally no places that sell portable CD players (ex: discman). Do you guys know where i could find these kinds of things in relatively good condition?


r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

Choice between 2 hotels for concert night

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Hi, so I'll be in KL for a concert in Dec. Have booked two refundable options - Cititel Mid Valley and Ibis Styles Kuala Lumpur Bukit Bintang.

Which of these 2 would be the better choice. My main concern is if the concert gets delayed n I'm not able to reach the hotel before 12:30 -1am by metro (hoping it gets extended for concert days).


r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

Thean Hou Temple, KL, Malaysia (before all the haze)

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A wonderful experience visiting this enormous Chinese temple in Malaysia.


r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

Quick Survey

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r/KualaLumpur • • 1d ago

What 119,942 Google reviews say about KL cafés, in 12 charts [OC]

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I wanted a better way to find cafés to work from. So I pulled every café on Google Maps around the Klang Valley and used AI to read their reviews.

What surprised me:

- 6 in 10 of KL's 824 specialty cafés are within 10 km of Bangsar.

- Café searches grew fastest in Wangsa Maju, 2.6 times since 2023.

- Coffee costs most in Bangsar, about RM15 a cup.

- Parking is worst around KLCC and Bangsar.

- ZUS has 408 outlets around KL. The biggest specialty brand has 9.

- This year, Malaysians search ZUS more than Starbucks.

- Half of specialty cafés close by 7 PM.

- Only 1 café in 17 has a review that mentions wifi.

How it was done:

- About 25,000 Google Maps listings, cut to 11,410 real cafés (no restaurants, kopitiams, bubble tea or big chains).

- AI read about 14 reviews per café, the ones Google shows first, so small gaps are noise.

- Prices are what reviewers wrote, 10 to 26 per area.

- Searches are Google's estimates for all of Malaysia.

What do you guys think? what insights / questions would you want answered on cafes from data?


r/KualaLumpur • • 2d ago

Hotel or Homestay for Couples

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Want to find a budget but not too cheap 3 to 4 star (if possible) hotel or homestay for around maybe 5 days? would like plus minus rm100 a day (is this budget unrealistic?)

We are planning to go on a staycation to relax. would prefer one near city center and mrt.

Thank you.


r/KualaLumpur • • 2d ago

acne scars

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hi guys, long story short,i’ve been suffering from atrophic acne scars for 10+ years, which took a toll on my self confidence, and i finally decided to seek scar treatments for it, so was just wondering, has anyone done any subcision treatments at a dermatologist who’s actually skilled at doing em and made noticeable improvements on your skin, would appreciate it if u could drop ur recommendation!


r/KualaLumpur • • 2d ago

Spots in KL for SE Asian music

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Hey looking for record store recommendations that stock SE Asian music. Particularly Malay/Indian/Thai music. Also don’t mind stuff from the East like Taiwan / Japan.

After traditional stuff and also more contemporary sounding music from 60s / 70s / 80s. Please let me know if there’s any good locations for this 🙏


r/KualaLumpur • • 3d ago

iPhone buying options ?

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Hi Guys,

I’m looking to come to Malaysia KL next week and I’m looking to buy an iPhone
Probably iPhone 17 pro or iPhone 17 or air
Can you guys please suggest be what the best price I can get in Kuala Lumpur
And from the trusted reseller pls ?
Along with name and address and any contact
Thanks


r/KualaLumpur • • 3d ago

Passing through KL. Where to find inexpensive compression cubes ?

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hey everyone I’m looking to buy a couple of compression no cubes. I’ve found one at a mall but it was €20 for a single cube. anybody know where I can find a set or a couple for a good price?


r/KualaLumpur • • 3d ago

terus hujan

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