Budget Hostels from

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. If you’re hoping to enjoy the natural surroundings, you can check out the lake views while you’re here.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget prices and a social setting.

You may like the prices at this top accommodation option in the area, which has good reviews from our guests: Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur - 3.6 mi (5.8 km) from the heart of Ampang. 2-minute walk from KL Sentral Station for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and tour/ticket assistance at this hotel.

The weather is important when you want to venture out and explore, so here’s some information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Ampang are November, December, April and October, with each month seeing an average of 347 mm of rainfall.

Overall, Ampang is known for its: festivals and skyscrapers. Major attractions include Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, KLCC Park and Berjaya Times Square. Get out into nature with places such as Ampang Recreational Forest, Kuala Lumpur Forest Eco Park and Perdana Botanical Gardens. Cultural attractions include Petronas Philharmonic Hall, Petrosains Science Discovery Centre and DBKL City Theatre.

Keep this information about transit options in Ampang on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Subang (SZB-Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah), located 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), located 27 mi (43.5 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can access metro transport at Cahaya Station, Ampang Station and Cempaka Station.