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Pacific Express Hotel Central Market Kuala Lumpur

A 3-star stay in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, a short walk from Central Market, Chinatown, and the River of Life.

  • Central location near Central Market, Chinatown & River of Life
  • Outdoor swimming pool and modern rooms
  • 24-hour reception and luggage storage
7.7 Very good 710 reviews Booking.com 7.7 · 710 reviews

About

Pacific Express Hotel Central Market Kuala Lumpur

Pacific Express Hotel Central Market Kuala Lumpur is a 3-star hotel in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, roughly a 20-minute walk from the Lot 10 shopping mall. The hotel’s central position puts you near Central Market, Chinatown, and the River of Life, making it a practical base for exploring the city’s historic and cultural sights.

The hotel offers straightforward amenities including free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a 24-hour reception, and an outdoor swimming pool. Rooms range from standard no-window options to superior rooms with either twin or queen beds, with the Pacific Room adding a bathtub. Guests consistently highlight the helpful staff and the convenience of the location.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Central location near key attractions — Guests consistently praise the hotel’s position, noting it’s close to Central Market, Chinatown, the River of Life, Petaling Street, and public transport.
  • Friendly and responsive staff — Numerous reviews highlight welcoming, polite, and accommodating staff who respond quickly to requests.
  • Outdoor swimming pool — A guest specifically praised the swimming pool as great, and it’s listed in amenities.
  • Clean and well-equipped rooms — Reviews mention clean rooms with good water pressure, flat-screen TVs, kettles, and comfortable beds.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • No window in standard rooms — The Standard Queen and Standard Twin rooms are explicitly 'No Window', which may not suit everyone.
  • Value rating slightly lower — The Value rating is 7.2, lower than the overall 7.7, suggesting some guests felt the price could be better.
  • No pets allowed — The hotel does not permit pets, so travellers with animals will need to look elsewhere.
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only from 15:00 to 23:59, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Standard Queen Room No Window

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Standard Twin Room No Window

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Superior Queen Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Pacific Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage

Room

  • Mini-bar
  • Free toiletries
  • Housekeeping

Pool & Wellness

  • Outdoor swimming pool

Services

  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Vending machines
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Shops/Commercial services

Safety & Security

  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.7
Very good 710 reviews

Guest-rated 7.7/10 from 710 reviews

Booking.com · 7.7 · 710 reviews
7.7Verified guest

“The location is very central, close to Chinatown and the market, NU Sentral mall with good prices, public transport, and main attractions. I had dinner at Restoran New Gantawin near the hotel.”

7.7Verified guest

“It was a useful base for sightseeing in Kuala Lumpur, I had fun and met welcoming, polite staff at the reception desk.”

7.7Verified guest

“Came here for shopping, recommendable. Everything was fine, we enjoyed a really good stay. Booked a standard queen room with a view. The breakfast was great with toast and baked beans, for instance. The location was incredible, near a historic square.”

7.7Verified guest

“The hotel is modern with amazingly nice staff who respond immediately to requests. The location is good, just a 5-minute walk from the River of Life. Everything was excellent, making it my top choice for accommodation in Kuala Lumpur again.”

7.7Verified guest

“The rooms are very clean, have a safe, good water pressure, and a flat-screen TV, and the staff is very friendly.”

7.7Verified guest

“This place is centrally located just a few minutes from the Art gallery, offering modern, brand-new rooms with a cool view of the city skyline.”

04 — Location

Getting around Kuala Lumpur

The property sits in Kuala Lumpur.

Central Market & Chinatown: Just steps away, Central Market offers a mix of souvenirs and local crafts, while Chinatown’s bustling streets are perfect for street food and bargain hunting.

River of Life: A 5-minute walk takes you to the River of Life, a scenic riverside area with light displays and a relaxed evening atmosphere.

Arts & Culture: An art gallery is within easy walking distance, and the National Museum is also close by, offering insight into Malaysia's history.

Jalan Hang Kasturi, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur Federal Territory, 50050, Malaysia

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
278 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.

Does the hotel allow pets?

No, pets are not allowed at the hotel.

Is there an outdoor swimming pool?

Yes, the hotel has an outdoor swimming pool.

Are there rooms with windows?

Yes, Superior Queen and Superior Twin rooms come with windows; however, Standard Queen and Standard Twin rooms are no-window options.

Is breakfast included in the room rate?

The hotel does not specify whether breakfast is included, but a restaurant on site serves breakfast with options like toast, baked beans, and cereal, as mentioned in guest reviews.

The bottom line

Pacific Express Hotel Central Market Kuala Lumpur earns its reputation through a prime central location and consistently praised staff. While some rooms lack windows and the value rating is modest, it offers a solid, comfortable base for exploring the city’s cultural sights.

7.7A reliable, well-located choice for first-time visitors to Kuala Lumpur.

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