Name: PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe, Kuala Lumpur
Address: No. 30 Jalan Thambipillay, Brickfields, Brickfields, 50470 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, No. 30 Jalan Thambipillay, Brickfields, Selangor, 50470, Malaysia
Rating: 7.8

PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe, Kuala Lumpur

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe in Kuala Lumpur offers adults-only accommodation with air-conditioning, bidet, hairdryer, shared bathroom, shower, and wardrobe. Essential Facilities: Guests enjoy a sun terrace and free WiFi, complemented by a lounge and lift. The property provides a relaxing environment with comfortable amenities. Convenient Location: Located 22 km from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, the hostel is a 4-minute walk from KL Sentral and close to attractions such as Islamic Arts Museum Malaysia and Perdana Botanical Gardens. Guest Services: Reception staff speak English, Spanish, Indonesian, Malay, and Chinese, ensuring effective communication for all guests.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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Room type	Number of guests
Single Room 1 single bed
Double Room 2 single beds
Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bunk Bed in 16-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Small Single Room 1 single bed
Bed in 8-Bed Male Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed
Bed in 8-Bed Female Dormitory Room 1 bunk bed

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Raman
New Zealand
“"I stayed at PODs Backpacker KL on August 31, 2025, during Malaysia's Independence Day celebration and had a great time! The staff were fantastic and made the experience even more memorable. Highly recommended to travelers seeking a friendly and...”
Adam
Czech Republic
“Friendly personnel Good location Cozy cafe Nice cats”
Tim
Australia
“Excellent location, right near KL Sental (although a little confusing to reach there if you are not familiar with the layout of KL Sentral shopping centre - take the arcade that takes you to Nu Sental, and exit through there. The hostel is clean,...”
Aimee
United Kingdom
“The staff were lovely, room clean , comfy bed, clean shower, great location”
Sage
New Zealand
“I liked the rooftop area, spectacular view of KL high-rise lights. Mozzies tho. I liked the flexible check-in time and location I chose close to KL Sentral station, as long as the mall is open it's an easy walk with wheeled luggage. I liked shoes...”
Huynh
Malaysia
“VERY GOOD LOCATION: opposite KL Sentral. Many good restaurants, store, mall in 5mins walk. Easy to get to airport with bus from KL Sentral . Easy to get around city with metro/ buses. Spacious common area n terrace to sit n meet travelers.”
Edwin
Singapore
“For the price you are paying at the location of the hostel, I'd say there's pretty much nothing to be unhappy about. This literally is the BEST place to stay overnight if you are doing an overnight layover in KL when taking trains that stops at KL...”
Flor
Australia
“Clean room and clean amenities. Very good shower. Friendly staff and good location.”
David
Germany
“Very friendly staff, overall nice vibe with an amazing view from the rooftop”
Emanuel
Portugal
“Convenient location, clean and silent. Hot water and good wifi. The staff was really nice and helpful, giving tips for public transportation and points of interest. The dorms might not be modern but they are comfortable.”

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House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 11:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From 1st January 2023, a tourist tax of RM 10 per room per night is applied to all foreign guests. This tax is not included in the room rate and must be paid upon check-in. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted. Guests with a valid Malaysian Identity Card or valid permanent residents MY PR Card are exempted.

Please inform PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe, Kuala Lumpur in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.