87%Number Eight Guesthouse

staff were really helpful, nice location w/in 10 min walk to shopping malls, free continental breakfast, rooms with AC, showers with hot and cold water =) i'd love to stay there again!

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by CSazon – posted on Oct 2, 2008

1

The room was dusty and there were watermark stains on it. The towels looked really dirty and so did the bed. Very far off from what we had seen on the site's pics. I felt very unsafe in the room as it only had a normal room lock and so I woke up many times during the night, scared that someone... more The room was dusty and there were watermark stains on it. The towels looked really dirty and so did the bed. Very far off from what we had seen on the site's pics. I felt very unsafe in the room as it only had a normal room lock and so I woke up many times during the night, scared that someone might've broken into my room. The water heater was cranky and the pressure couldn't be adjusted. The staff were pretty helpful though.close

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by mingangioletta8589 – posted on Sep 12, 2008

1

It was a nice and short stay.. Too bad we only had one day to spare. But overall the place is really nice. My only small conern was that there was a small problem in our billing, we was over charged for 180RM instead of 108 but we easily solved this. We would definitely come back here again...

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by specnyt035653 – posted on Sep 9, 2008

1

Great place, no doubt about it! loved it!!! it's like a 5***** hostel

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by ismae – posted on Jul 30, 2008

5

I've stayed at number eight a few times now and enjoyed this stay as much as any. staff are lovely and helpful and it's a comfortable, safe place to stay with nice communal areas. definitely recommended.

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by helencam412 – posted on May 21, 2008

3

the hostel was immaculate. we stayed there 2 years ago and it was in the same condition - always a good thing in regards to hostels especially in asia. however, despite the cleanliness my travel mate woke up with very bad bed bug bites. we had been really looking forwad to returning to no. 8... more the hostel was immaculate. we stayed there 2 years ago and it was in the same condition - always a good thing in regards to hostels especially in asia. however, despite the cleanliness my travel mate woke up with very bad bed bug bites. we had been really looking forwad to returning to no. 8 as we enjoyed it so much - we even recommended it to other travellers. it was a dissappointing stay for such a great hostelclose

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by ciara8070 – posted on May 8, 2008

1

Good hostel to stay in, staff were helpful and even gave me an international adaptor plug to run my hair dryer. I had to ask for toilet paper once because they hadnt refilled it in the toilet. Hot water was lukewarm. Good that there is a tap in every room to wash face etc. Airconditioning and... more Good hostel to stay in, staff were helpful and even gave me an international adaptor plug to run my hair dryer. I had to ask for toilet paper once because they hadnt refilled it in the toilet. Hot water was lukewarm. Good that there is a tap in every room to wash face etc. Airconditioning and fans were great to get out of the heat. Security good. Breakfast could have been better, more than just toast and a piece of fruit. Good location too, only a five minute walk to shops and malls. All in all, good value for money. Will stay there again.close

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by as-chanel94938 – posted on Mar 24, 2008

1

Perhaps the best hostel I have ever stayed it! Especially for the great price. A beautiful place, with lots of rooms in a peaceful residential area. I was especially impressed with the security in the dorms, each bunk has a locker by the headboard, which is very secure.

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by Caroleni – posted on Feb 15, 2008

19

good sized clean rooms were the highlight of this hostel. Their use of solar power to warm the water meant that the showers were only just slightly above cold.

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by clairehopewell5434 – posted on Apr 22, 2007

2

The location was not good. Opposite a 24/7 restaurant with large screen showing European football all through the night. It was also on a very busy one way road. If you were in a room at the front as we were, you guaranteed no sleep.

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by themas668 – posted on Apr 11, 2007

2

Amazing place, i wish every hostel was like this. Helpful staff and great location. Good internet and nice lockers and beds. I would not change a thing this place is perfect.

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by Jimzorr – posted on Apr 5, 2007

4

lovely place in a great position but rooms with bathroom a bit small and simple for the price- it is not a 'cheap' place to stay.

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by yael-z – posted on Mar 5, 2007

1

Super cool, and the staff were great

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by Tbp22 – posted on Mar 4, 2007

2

8 B was very noisy, all the other thing were just perfect

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by jszaka – posted on Feb 12, 2007

2

the staff here are amzing, really friendly and helpful, wouldnt change a thing! thank you

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by Topbir8817 – posted on Jan 15, 2007

2

I've stayed at 3 different hostels in KL and this will now be my first choice for hostels in KL. The whole place is beautifully designed. The storage lockers in the rooms are HUGE; you can fit a person in there. The AC is a godsend but the controls didn't work so it got a little cold at night.... more I've stayed at 3 different hostels in KL and this will now be my first choice for hostels in KL. The whole place is beautifully designed. The storage lockers in the rooms are HUGE; you can fit a person in there. The AC is a godsend but the controls didn't work so it got a little cold at night. Also, what's up with the no free blankets? The bathrooms and rooms are not spotless but clean. The staff is really laid back and cool; very helpful and knowledgable too. The lounge area is nice with a TV but it isn't that great for meeting people since most people seem to be doing their own thing. It's not really a short walk if you have heavy luggage but you can walk to the main bus station and metro station.close

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by egwg – posted on Jan 9, 2007

29

Two of us stayed in a double room and used the share-bathroom facilities. The guesthouse is a lovely place and the staff are very friendly and helpful. However, our room backed onto the share bathroom and the plumbing would often be very loud and noisy. Plus on one occasion there was no hot water... more Two of us stayed in a double room and used the share-bathroom facilities. The guesthouse is a lovely place and the staff are very friendly and helpful. However, our room backed onto the share bathroom and the plumbing would often be very loud and noisy. Plus on one occasion there was no hot water for showers despite trying several different shower stalls.close

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by Flash3791 – posted on Dec 29, 2006

4

great place & location.

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by chien3765 – posted on Nov 27, 2006

1

The Number Eight Guesthouse is a nicely kept guesthouse, however, there were a few annoying aspects: first they assured me a 10% discount if I make the booking through your website - which is not the case. Then they told me there is WiFi internet in-room - which turns out not to be true.... more The Number Eight Guesthouse is a nicely kept guesthouse, however, there were a few annoying aspects: first they assured me a 10% discount if I make the booking through your website - which is not the case. Then they told me there is WiFi internet in-room - which turns out not to be true. Additionally, the internet access fails every night. And lastly, for the the last 24 hours, there has been a water outage in one tract of the building.close

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by ingo2893 – posted on Nov 27, 2006

1

Absolute class place. Pretty sure you can't beat it for the price. Cleanest, smartest budget hotel I think I've ever stayed in.

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by fortytwocaratplonker – posted on Nov 16, 2006

10

Would highly recommend this guesthouse.

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by ninachrist7128 – posted on Nov 7, 2006

3

rooms are very dark and could do with some more lights. Breakfast, basic, but a nice touch. Good Indian over the road.

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by jennyandg – posted on Oct 26, 2006

1

This is a fantastic hostel - best we have stayed in during our 5 month trip. The dorm and double rooms are very stylish and comfortable. Free breakfast includes toast, fruit and tea/coffee. Fast internet connection. Very central location. The staff could not be more friendly and helpful....

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by Rozar – posted on Oct 25, 2006

7

Staff really willing to help. Place really clean. Proximty to transport , pretty good, 10 mins to Mono Rail. Would recommend it to anyone. Fast internet.

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by Zpete – posted on Oct 20, 2006

9

very nice furnished!

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by heike103 – posted on Oct 6, 2006

1

This is a great hostel, one of the best i've ever stayed in. The rooms are beautifully decorated, and the staff are so friendly at any hour of the day (or night). Would recommend this place to anyone.

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by laura9745 – posted on Sep 29, 2006

4

Super clean, super stylish, pretty good location and a locker by your bed. It was great. The communal area could be with being a bit more communal though but overall amazing.

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by rosepil – posted on Sep 22, 2006

5

Excellent base for any stay in Kuala lumpar - you really are in the mix of it and walking distance from all the major attractions

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by jon-s6073 – posted on Sep 19, 2006

1

Great hostel. Excellent location: nice and quiet but on walkin' distance of a good shopping street and Chinatown. Many nice restaurants just around the corner. Lovely rooms, friendly staff and travellers. Next time I'll visit KL, I'll be staying in Nr. Eight again.

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by esleijf – posted on Sep 8, 2006

1

Great place. Only problem we found was that the a/c remote control didn't work so the a/c was way too cold at night. Check this before turning in for the night.

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by robertb8830 – posted on Aug 29, 2006

8

One of the most stylish hostels I've ever stayed in, more like a boutique hotel. Room was gorgeous, showers were hot & powerful, towels were white & fluffy, the simple breakfast of toast & fruit was delish (great quality butter & jam make such a difference!). The staff could do... more One of the most stylish hostels I've ever stayed in, more like a boutique hotel. Room was gorgeous, showers were hot & powerful, towels were white & fluffy, the simple breakfast of toast & fruit was delish (great quality butter & jam make such a difference!). The staff could do with brushing up on their local knowledge a little (couldn't direct us to any good places to eat / drink nearby) but were otherwise helpful. A few more 'regular hostel' touches (such as maps with sites of interest marked, etc) and Number 8 will be one of the finest hostels in the world.close

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by clare2940 – posted on Aug 22, 2006

1

I stayed in the hostel for almost a month. The hostel is awesome: nice breakfast, the staff is helpful, free 24 hours wireless internet access, big dvd collection, the showers work perfectly (I remember reading some feedbacks that say that they didn't have hot water) and the dorms are really... more I stayed in the hostel for almost a month. The hostel is awesome: nice breakfast, the staff is helpful, free 24 hours wireless internet access, big dvd collection, the showers work perfectly (I remember reading some feedbacks that say that they didn't have hot water) and the dorms are really nice. Bad things: I had to change dorms a couple of times because they were being fumigated and they charge you RM5 per night for a blanket.close

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by Cefelas – posted on Aug 20, 2006

8

some staff should be more accomodating and more friendly and could readily assist the needs of their guests. there should be more adopter sockets available, some small tokens for their guests, microwave should be fixed(this is very important!), water should be checked daily, and shower... more some staff should be more accomodating and more friendly and could readily assist the needs of their guests. there should be more adopter sockets available, some small tokens for their guests, microwave should be fixed(this is very important!), water should be checked daily, and shower &toilet should be maintained clean daily.close

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by dacslink – posted on Aug 18, 2006

2

great guesthouse in very cool locale. cant get closer to shops and eat streets. highy recommended

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by richard2729 – posted on Aug 16, 2006

1

One of the cleanest hostels i have stayed in so far, really nice place.

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by odulla – posted on Aug 14, 2006

4

Not sure what "RTW trip" means, but it seems most appropriate. I love this place! the staff is so friendly, there is such an easy atmosphere, and it's walking distance to everything in KL. I'm going to recommend it to everyone!

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by Asabo3540 – posted on Aug 10, 2006

2

The staff were friendly and accommadating. We did not arrive till 2am due to delays and they were very helpful. the room was clean and cheap. The location is good with only a 10min walk to the Bukit Bintang monorail and shopping district.

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by Jtompk – posted on Jul 31, 2006

2

A cool little place. Very 'modern' and minimalist in design, lots of brick and exposed walls. Bit like Shoreditch in London. But clean, and helpful staff. A little bit of a walk to get around, but it's more due to KL's spread-out design than anything else. It's a tad pricey for what you get,... more A cool little place. Very 'modern' and minimalist in design, lots of brick and exposed walls. Bit like Shoreditch in London. But clean, and helpful staff. A little bit of a walk to get around, but it's more due to KL's spread-out design than anything else. It's a tad pricey for what you get, but not to the point that you feel ripped off. We'd stay there again if we had too. We've stayed in better, but we've certainly stayed in worse !close

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by benchand – posted on Jul 19, 2006

10

It was a good experience staying in a nice and friendly place. The interior is very nice and cozy. Also the shower room is a great idea, even though it was shared. We will surely recommend this place to friends and come back there ourselves soon!

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by adeaprilia – posted on Jul 12, 2006

1

Great hostel!! Very clean, very stylish, people are nice, all the beds have separate lockers and reading lights. Location is nice and central. All thumbs up for Number eight hostel.

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by Niles3375 – posted on Jul 5, 2006

4