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Axel’s take

A practical budget base where transport convenience outweighs the rough edges.

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Axel’s rating: 7.8/10 · a no-frills 2-star near KL Sentral

NU Hotel is a no-frills 2-star in Brickfields, a short walk from KL Sentral, the monorail and NU Sentral mall. It’s a good-value choice for travelers who want easy transport and plentiful nearby food rather than somewhere to spend the day. Tripadvisor, Expedia and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise the helpful reception staff, while the overall picture points to generally clean, comfortable accommodation with basic facilities.

The compromises are room size and uneven upkeep. Several guests find rooms cramped, and some report bathroom drainage or shower-water issues; television reception also draws complaints across sites. These are caveats rather than the dominant experience, but we’d skip it if spacious rooms or consistently polished facilities matter. Expect a check-in deposit, and check your room’s window arrangement before booking.

Rooms
Basic air-conditioned rooms; size and window outlook vary, with some complaints about television reception.
Cleanliness
Generally positive across sites, although bathroom condition is not entirely consistent.
Service
Helpful reception staff and efficient check-in are recurring strengths; the desk operates around the clock.
Amenities
Free Wi-Fi, a lift, luggage storage and laundry services cover the practical basics.
Fees and surprises
A deposit is required; early check-in can cost extra, and there is no on-site parking.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.

The location

No. 37 Jalan Thambypillay, Kuala Lumpur

Walkable access to KL Sentral, the monorail, NU Sentral mall and abundant Brickfields eateries.

Amenities and check-in

Free Wi-Fi, a lift, luggage storage and laundry services cover the practical basics.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 12:00 PM

  • Bar
  • Pets Not Allowed
  • Laundry (extra charge)
  • Dry-cleaning (extra charge)
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Free Wi-Fi
Additional hotel policies
  • Hotel policies: Deposit: MYR 50 per room per stay
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links

NU Hotel: from $42 for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults (1 night)

From $42 total for Nov 21–22, 2026, 2 adults at NU Hotel on Axel (1 night), checked Nov 8, 2026.

NU Hotel is a no-frills 2-star near KL Sentral in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Address: No. 37 Jalan Thambypillay, Kuala Lumpur. Property ID: 1047557. Canonical property page: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/kuala-lumpur/nu-hotel-1047557

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/kuala-lumpur/nu-hotel-1047557/2026-11-21/2-adults

Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com

Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.

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Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights$76$87 on Booking.com$11 less (13%)Nov 3Select · Share this stay · Check guest price

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1 night

Total price: $42 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-22 · 1 night · 2 adults · 1 room.

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2 nights

Total price: $73 USD

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3 nights

Total price: $104 USD

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4 nights

Total price: $135 USD

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5 nights

Total price: $166 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-26 · 5 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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6 nights

Total price: $197 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-11-27 · 6 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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7 nights

Total price: $231 USD

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8 nights

Total price: $266 USD

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9 nights

Total price: $297 USD

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10 nights

Total price: $328 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-01 · 10 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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11 nights

Total price: $359 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-02 · 11 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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12 nights

Total price: $390 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-03 · 12 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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13 nights

Total price: $421 USD

2026-11-21 to 2026-12-04 · 13 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.

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14 nights

Total price: $455 USD

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#7 of 9 hotels in KL Sentral & Brickfields by Axel's take. KL Sentral & Brickfields is #4 of 6 places to stay in Kuala Lumpur. The best hotels in KL Sentral & Brickfields, ranked · Where to stay in Kuala Lumpur

Axel's take: 7.8/10

A practical budget base where transport convenience outweighs the rough edges. a no-frills 2-star near KL Sentral, scored for what it is.

NU Hotel is a no-frills 2-star in Brickfields, a short walk from KL Sentral, the monorail and NU Sentral mall. It’s a good-value choice for travelers who want easy transport and plentiful nearby food rather than somewhere to spend the day. Tripadvisor, Expedia and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise the helpful reception staff, while the overall picture points to generally clean, comfortable accommodation with basic facilities.

The compromises are room size and uneven upkeep. Several guests find rooms cramped, and some report bathroom drainage or shower-water issues; television reception also draws complaints across sites. These are caveats rather than the dominant experience, but we’d skip it if spacious rooms or consistently polished facilities matter. Expect a check-in deposit, and check your room’s window arrangement before booking.

  • Best for: budget travelers using public transport; short city stays; solo travelers and couples

  • Watch out for: some rooms feel cramped; occasional bathroom maintenance issues; check-in deposit required

  • Location: Walkable access to KL Sentral, the monorail, NU Sentral mall and abundant Brickfields eateries.

  • Rooms: Basic air-conditioned rooms; size and window outlook vary, with some complaints about television reception.

  • Cleanliness: Generally positive across sites, although bathroom condition is not entirely consistent.

  • Service: Helpful reception staff and efficient check-in are recurring strengths; the desk operates around the clock.

  • Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, a lift, luggage storage and laundry services cover the practical basics.

  • Fees and surprises: A deposit is required; early check-in can cost extra, and there is no on-site parking.

Axel's opinion of NU Hotel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com. Reviewed Oct 20, 2026.

About NU Hotel

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 2-star hotel
  • No. 37 Jalan Thambypillay, Kuala Lumpur
  • Hotel policies: Deposit: MYR 50 per room per stay
  • Amenities: Bar, Pets Not Allowed, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Wheelchair Accessible, Free Wi-Fi, Kitchen
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 12:00
  • City page: Hotels in Kuala Lumpur

Room types

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Source: ETG room descriptions.

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom)

Economy room

Economy Single room

Economy Triple room

Economy Double room (full double bed)

Standard room (shared bathroom)

  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Standard Quadruple room (shared bathroom)

  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Standard room

Standard Duplex room

Standard Single room

Standard Triple room

Standard Triple room with city view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with sea view

Standard Quintuple room

Standard Family room

Standard Family room with city view

Standard Single Family room

Standard Single Family room with city view

Standard Triple Family room

Standard Quadruple Family room

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with city view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with harbour view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with mountain view (full double bed)

Standard Double Family room (full double bed)

Standard Double Family room with city view (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Twin Family room (twin beds)

Standard Triple room

Standard Triple room with city view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple Family room

Standard Quadruple Family room with city view

Business room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior room

Superior Single room

Superior Family room

Superior Single room (single bed)

Superior Double room (full double bed)

Superior Twin room (twin beds)

Superior Quadruple room

Deluxe room

Deluxe Single room

Deluxe Triple room

Deluxe Triple room with city view

Deluxe Family room

Deluxe Single room (single bed)

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with city view (full double bed)

Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)

Deluxe Triple room

Deluxe Quadruple room

Deluxe Sextuple room

Executive room

Executive room with city view

1 Bedroom Executive room

Executive Single room

Executive Single room with city view

Executive Double room with city view (full double bed)

Grand room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Luxury room

Junior Suite

Suite

Deluxe Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

2 Bedrooms Deluxe Suite

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Executive Suite

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

2 Bedrooms Apartment

3 Bedrooms Apartment

Studio

Economy Studio

Villa

Cottage

Bungalow

Chalet

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