Budget Hostels from RM29

Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for fun things to do.

These dorm-style accommodations come in lots of shapes and sizes, but they all have three main qualities in common, including budget-friendly prices, a social environment and shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too).

While you’re deciding on somewhere to stay, have a look at this top Shah Alam hostel: Luma Casa Capsule Hotel - Hostel - Property features include free WiFi, a restaurant and TV in a common area. You’ll find towels, showers and lockers in all rooms.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually March and July, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Shah Alam are November, December, October and April, with each month seeing an average of 264 mm of rainfall.

In general, Shah Alam is known for its golf, theme parks and jogging trails. Major attractions include Sunway Pyramid Mall, Mid Valley Megamall and Bukit Jalil National Stadium. Get out into nature with places such as Taman Botani Negara Shah Alam, Shah Alam Lake Garden and Taman Lake Park. Cultural attractions include Muzium Sultan Alam Shah, Petronas Philharmonic Hall and Petrosains Science Discovery Centre.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Shah Alam 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 4.8 mi (7.8 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), located 25.5 mi (41 km) away. Once you’ve arrived, you may want to make use of public transport. To explore more of the surrounding area, catch a train at Kuala Lumpur Shah Alam KTM Komuter Station, Kuala Lumpur Padang Jawa KTM Komuter Station or Kuala Lumpur Batu Tiga KTM Komuter Station.