Overview of Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur opened in 2004 and was last renovated in 2016, according to the property details held on Traveloka. Part of the Le Méridien brand within the Marriott portfolio, it rises 35 floors above 2 Jalan Stesen Sentral and holds 397 rooms, which makes it one of the larger hotels in the KL Sentral area of Kuala Lumpur. Its defining trait is its address: the hotel sits within Kuala Lumpur Sentral, the integrated transport and commercial hub that the brand's own site describes as having "integrated railway connections", so the main train station is roughly 0.2 kilometres from the lobby.
The property describes itself as offering luxury amenities along with scenic city views, with on-site dining, bars, a gym, a spa, a Club Lounge and versatile event spaces. On Traveloka it is listed as a 4-star hotel in the KL Sentral neighbourhood, an area that sits a few kilometres south-west of the Petronas Twin Towers and close to the heritage quarter around Merdeka Square and the Sultan Abdul Samad Building.
For travellers from Singapore, the appeal is practical. A stay here puts the airport rail link, the city's commuter lines and the long-distance rail services within a short walk, while the hotel itself supplies the restaurants, pool, spa and meeting rooms that make it workable for both a short city break and a business trip. The property also takes part in the Check Out for Children programme with UNICEF, with voluntary participation offered at check-in.
Room Types at Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
The hotel's 397 rooms are spread across its 35 floors. Le Méridien's official room pages group the accommodation into the categories below, presented here from the entry level upwards. Exact bed configurations, sizes and the full in-room amenity list vary by room, so check each option on the Traveloka listing before you book.
Guest Room
The Guest Room is the core category at Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur. The official site notes that these rooms are offered with either a city skyline view or a lake view, and image captions on the brand's pages reference twin deluxe configurations and rooms with a bay window. This is the most practical choice for solo travellers, couples and business guests who want a central base without paying for extra space. Rooms typically include air conditioning and a private bathroom; see the listing for the specific bedding and amenities attached to each rate.
Club Room
The Club Room adds access to the Club Lounge, which the official site describes as having a 360-degree view around the city. It suits travellers who plan to work from the hotel or who simply want a quieter space away from the lobby during the day. Confirm the lounge benefits included with your chosen rate on the booking page, as these can differ between offers.
Le Méridien Suites
The brand describes its suites as well-appointed, with stunning views, a stylish bathtub and bath amenities by Malin+Goetz. A suite is the better fit for longer stays, families who want extra room to spread out, or guests who want a separate area to relax in after a day of sightseeing.
Presidential Suite
At the top of the ladder is the Presidential Suite, which the official site lists with a pantry, a power jet shower and a jacuzzi. It is designed for special occasions and VIP stays; availability for this category is limited, so check whether it appears for your dates on Traveloka.
One policy worth noting for groups: the listing states that an extra person fee for a third guest or more in one room is charged directly at the hotel and is not included in the total price shown at booking. If you are travelling as three or more, factor this in or book an additional room.
Facilities and Amenities
For a hotel built into a transport hub, Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur carries a surprisingly full set of leisure facilities. According to the brand's site, the pool, spa and gym are grouped together on Level 8, giving guests a recreation floor set apart from the busy station levels below.
- Outdoor pool: on Level 8, with a water slide listed among the pool facilities on the official site.
- The Spa & Gym: also on Level 8, with private treatment rooms and a range of cardio equipment including treadmills and stationary bicycles.
- Club Lounge: available to Club Room guests and eligible suite bookings.
- Event spaces: 11 event rooms with a combined 1,028 square metres of meeting space, including the Clarke Ballroom, which the official site lists with capacity for up to 500 guests, plus eight breakout rooms.
- Coffee shop and bar: a coffee shop and a bar are both listed on Traveloka.
- Parking: on-site parking is available for a fee, and valet parking is listed.
- Accessibility: the property is listed as disabled access friendly.
On the service side, Traveloka lists a 24-hour receptionist, express check-in and express check-out, multilingual staff, a money changer, car rental, security and a safety deposit box. Room service appears among the listed facilities, and the hotel's own dining page states that in-room dining is available 24 hours daily; as with any service, confirm the current arrangement with the front desk on arrival. Details on Wi-Fi coverage are not set out in the listing data, so check the property page or ask at check-in if a strong connection matters for your trip.
Location and Getting There
Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur sits at 2 Jalan Stesen Sentral, inside the KL Sentral development in central Kuala Lumpur. The location is the hotel's biggest practical strength: Kuala Lumpur Sentral station is about 0.2 kilometres away, and the bus facilities at KL Sentral are roughly 0.5 kilometres away. The official site notes that Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a 28-minute train ride away, while the road distance to the airport is about 56.5 kilometres.
If you are flying in from Singapore, you can compare flights to Kuala Lumpur on Traveloka and then take the airport rail link straight into KL Sentral, which saves you a long taxi transfer at the end of the journey. Note that an airport transfer service is not listed for this property, so plan on the train or your own transport.
Distances to key places, based on the area information in the Traveloka listing:
- Sultan Abdul Samad Building and Merdeka Square: about 2.0 kilometres
- Central Market (Pasar Seni): about 2.5 kilometres
- Kuala Lumpur Bird Park: about 2.5 kilometres
- Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia: about 2.8 kilometres
- Chinatown: about 2.9 kilometres
- National Museum and Thean Hou Temple: about 3.0 kilometres
- Mid Valley Shopping Mall and The Gardens Shopping Center: about 4.0 kilometres
- Pavilion Kuala Lumpur: about 4.9 kilometres
- KL Convention Centre and Putra World Trade Center: about 5.0 kilometres
- Menara Kuala Lumpur and Aquaria KLCC: about 5.2 kilometres
- Petronas Twin Towers: around 5.3 to 5.8 kilometres
- Bukit Bintang: about 5.7 kilometres
- Batu Caves: about 15.1 kilometres
The brand's site adds that Little India and the Botanical Gardens are around ten minutes away on foot, and that the Petronas Twin Towers, Chinatown, Central Market, Perdana Botanical Gardens and Batu Caves can all be reached by train from the station on the hotel's doorstep. That makes it easy to see the city without relying on taxis.
Dining at Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
The hotel's dining line-up, as listed on the official Le Méridien site, covers everything from a buffet breakfast to a steakhouse dinner, so many guests never need to leave the building to eat well.
- Latest Recipe: an international buffet built around seasonal local ingredients, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.
- Latitude 03: a deli-style café serving illy coffee, afternoon tea, pastries and seasonal small plates.
- Gastro Sentral: a casual spot known for creative burgers and salads, with plant-based options.
- PRIME: a steakhouse specialising in Australian and Japanese beef, dry-aged cuts and wine pairings.
- Pool Bar & Grill@8: an open-air poolside venue for juices, cocktails and dinner.
Breakfast inclusion depends on the rate you book, so check whether your chosen room comes with breakfast at Latest Recipe or is room-only. Beyond the hotel, the food stalls around Central Market and Chinatown are a short train ride or taxi away. Between meals, you can browse Kuala Lumpur tours and attractions on Traveloka, from city sightseeing to day trips out to Batu Caves.
Why Stay at Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
Few hotels in Kuala Lumpur make arrival and departure as simple as Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur. Because it sits within KL Sentral itself, the airport train, city rail lines and buses are all a few minutes' walk away, which matters if you are on a tight weekend schedule or carrying luggage. That convenience comes paired with a full-service hotel: five dining venues listed by the brand, a Level 8 pool and spa, a Club Lounge and an 11-room events floor anchored by the Clarke Ballroom.
- Transport access: Kuala Lumpur Sentral station is about 0.2 kilometres away, with a 28-minute train ride to the airport.
- Scale and history: 397 rooms over 35 floors, opened in 2004 and renovated in 2016.
- Business-ready: event space for conferences and weddings, plus express check-in and check-out.
- Leisure: outdoor pool with a water slide, spa treatment rooms and a gym on one floor.
- Choice of rooms: from Guest Rooms with city or lake views up to Club Rooms and suites.
It is a sensible base for a first visit to Kuala Lumpur, a business stay near the KL Sentral offices, or a stopover before an early flight. If you want to weigh it against other options, you can compare other hotels in Kuala Lumpur on Traveloka before deciding.
Tips for Booking Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur on Traveloka
- Match the room to the trip: choose a Guest Room for short stays, a Club Room if you want lounge access, or a suite for longer or family stays.
- Check what the rate includes: breakfast, lounge access and cancellation terms differ by rate, so read the details before paying.
- Plan around check-in and check-out times: check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00. If you arrive early on a morning train, ask the front desk whether you can leave your luggage while you explore.
- Budget for extra guests: a fee for a third guest or more in one room is charged at the hotel, not at booking.
- Driving in? Parking carries a charge and valet parking is listed, so factor that into your plans.
- Book event-heavy dates early: with a ballroom for up to 500 guests, the hotel can be busy around conferences and weddings, so reserve ahead on popular weekends.
Ready to plan the rest of your Kuala Lumpur trip? Find flights, stays and things to do in one place on the Traveloka homepage.
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