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PODs the Backpackers Home Reviews

6-1, No 30 Jalan Thambipillay, Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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86%Overall Rating

From 49 ratings
  • 85%Character
  • 85%Security
  • 87%Location
  • 90%Staff
  • 81%Atmosphere
  • 86%Cleanliness

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100%

Absolutely amazing place to stay! Friendly staff, clean and very very quiet for a hostel. fantastic location and will certainly stay there again and recommend to friends. Thank you PODs!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 26 May 2012
  • Anonymous
  • (Country undisclosed)
  • (Gender undisclosed)


73%

Since the 14-person room was used for one person, scene view of the lawn of the comfortable shower room to the reverse side and it were very beautiful, and there was a feeling of opening and it was good. Since the male of the young man's good looks of a receptionist corresponded with smile and there was a pleasant elevator, movement of a load was easy. The time of coming from the dreadful room outside, since the thief came into "room where the Internet was not connected at all in the room and th

  • Avid Traveller
  • 13 May 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Japan
  • Couple 18-24
  • (11 reviews)


77%

the staff is nice,

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 May 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Taiwan
  • Female 25-30
  • (5 reviews)


87%

Very friendly staff and excellent self-service facilities, but the water pressure is not enough for both shower and faucet.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 30 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Hong Kong
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)


77%

Blankets provided too small so if you are tall, half your body stays unconvered. It is true that KL is scorching hot, so u may wonder why u need a blanket and it is because of the very much needed Air Conditioner. AC is a must when in Malaysia but at night while u sleep u might feel a bit chilly and the need to cover with something, and those blankets were not big enough


73%

Not a bad place, but a bit away from the action and pretty quiet in terms of other travelers when I was there. It's very close to Sentral station and they have 24 hour reception which allowed me to come in on a late flight and stay here.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 16 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Canada
  • (Gender undisclosed)
  • (13 reviews)


90%

everything nice except for stinky towel.


83%

Super convenient (in terms of proximity to KL Sentral). An ideal place to stay if only stopping over in KL for a night. Staff are friendly and the place is really clean. The hostel was very empty when I stayed so facilities weren't a problem but if the hostel were full, there would be 2 toilets and 2 showers shared between 30+ people. Also, all rooms have an open ceiling so sound travels very easily.


93%

Great hostel close to KLsentral and a excellent choice for getting to the airport early in the morning! Safe! Secure! Great Staff! Would stay here again! Thanks....K!

  • Globetrotter
  • 04 Apr 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Male 41+
  • (96 reviews)


70%

Pretty basic but decent hostel. The area is not great but being right by KL Sentral train station is extremely convenient. I stayed for one night as I had an early-morning flight and had to get the bus to the airport at 3am; this hostel was perfect for my situation. Staff were friendly and helpful. I have no complaints, but there are better hostels in nicer areas of the city if you are visiting KL rather than just in transit.

  • Avid Traveller
  • 30 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Female 25-30
  • (14 reviews)


90%

I really have a great time...planning to visit POD again in the future...

  • Novice Nomad
  • 25 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • (Country undisclosed)
  • (Gender undisclosed)


100%

Absolutely fantastic hostel! The location is excellent, walk able from KL Sentral Station, and there are plenty of places to eat around the area. The staff were brilliant and lovely people, they were very friendly and helpful. The hostel itself is very safe, and was kept in good clean conditions. The bed was comfortable, and the bathroom facilities were all in working condition and also clean. The common areas were good, and even breakfast was included. I would definitely recommend this hostel.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 24 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • England
  • Mixed Group 18-24
  • (1 review)


93%

The reception staff are particulally good, very helpfull, calm and a pleasure to meet after staying at other hostels. Showers were hot and clean. Would recommend PODS to

  • Novice Nomad
  • 19 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Australia
  • (Gender undisclosed)
  • (2 reviews)


60%

the best thing about this hostel is the location, if all of you just wanna stay for 1 night and go again to another country, this place is near to KL sentral that could take us fast to airport.


83%

Thank you for everything !

  • Novice Nomad
  • 12 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Japan
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
you are most welcome!!

83%

I emailed PODS in advance to let them know I'd be arriving in the middle of the night; they promptly responded and were awaiting me even though I was over an hour late (at 3 a.m.!). Thanks!

  • Novice Nomad
  • 07 Mar 2012
  • Anonymous
  • USA
  • Female 41+
  • (2 reviews)

Owner Comment (Show)
you are most welcome Nicole, please travel safe and take care!

93%

RM35 for Dormitory is a little bit expensive... But nice location of 5 minute walk from KL Sentral Stn. Lots of cheap restaurants and shops around there. Friendly and nice staffs, much clean enough for average budget hostels. If you are single-trip or small numbers of women, be little more careful when you reach there. (Hostel is quite safe and comfortable for women)

  • Novice Nomad
  • 05 Mar 2012
  • kawainozomu
  • Japan
  • Male 31-40
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
Thank you for your feed back! travel safe!

77%

Very basic, but good value for money for city centre, good communal area.


73%

The hostel is good if you want to get an early morning flight as it is walking distance to KL sentral. The air-conditioning in the pod room was not satisfactory. The pod rooms are divided by partitions, and use a communal air conditioning unit and over each pod their is a fan. The pod was hot at night. Wifi was only available for me in the common areas.

  • Novice Nomad
  • 23 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • New Zealand
  • Male 25-30
  • (1 review)

Owner Comment (Show)
I am so sorry, as I think our staff forget to switch on the air conditioning early when its a hot day to cool the floor. we apologize again for the inconvenience caused. thank you for your helpful review!

100%

Great place with nice staff. Also very convenient location next to sentral station. Highly recommend it.

  • Globetrotter
  • 19 Feb 2012
  • Anonymous
  • Switzerland
  • Male 18-24
  • (24 reviews)


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