Kuala Lumpur Nightlife Guide - Where to Go at Night in Kuala Lumpur

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Kuala Lumpur Nightlife

Where to Go at Night in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur is a vibrant and lively nocturnal hub of countless bars, pubs and clubs on the streets, as well as swanky rooftop establishments situated within five-star hotels. From Bangsar's cocktail bars to Changkat Bukit Bintang's chic see-and-be-seen nightclubs spinning hip-hop and house tracks, it's safe to say that there's no shortage of exciting places to go at night in Kuala Lumpur.

KL nightlife is packed with a diverse range of party goers - from local youths and expats to international travellers. By 22:00, the nightlife scene in Kuala Lumpur comes alive, with nightspots offering a winning combination of lively and friendly ambience, extensive alcoholic offerings, and talented DJs spinning dance-worthy tunes until the wee hours of morning.
Top 10 Hotels
Prince Hotel & Residence

Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur

Seri Pacific Hotel

Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur

Hotel Sentral Kuala Lumpur

Sunbow Hotel Residency

Empire Hotel Subang

Furama Bukit Bintang Hotel

Hotel Royal Palm Lodge

E&O Residences Kuala Lumpur
Top 10 Tours
KL Hop On Hop Off Ticket (24 Hours)

Half Day Batu Caves Experience

Half Day Kuala Lumpur City Tour

Kuala Lumpur Full Day Tour

Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary

Kuala Selangor Fireflies Tour

Genting Highlands Experience - With Indoor Theme Park Ticket

Full Day Malacca Excursion

KL Tower Night Tour

Cultural Night Tour with Show and Dinner

Featured Magazine Stories

Barlai Bar Kuala Lumpur

This hidden gem in Bukit Bintang pulls in all the KL cool kids with its scruffy-yet-ultra hip interior, range of innovative cocktails and semi-regular dosage of local live music. Read More...
Eau De Vie Retail & Bar

Eau De Vie Retail & Bar Kuala Lumpur, situated within Nexus Bangsar South, serves a wide range of Italian fare and seafood as well as an extensive list of whiskies, wines, beers, sakes, and champagnes. Read More...
Esperance Nightclub KL

Esperance Nightclub is a sprawling entertainment complex which hosts a nightclub, cigar lounge, live music venue and a fine-dining rooftop restaurant in Kuala Lumpur. Read More...
Mojo Restaurant & Bar

Mojo Restaurant & Bar Kuala Lumpur is a one-stop nocturnal hotspot in Asian Heritage Row that’s well-frequented for its international delicacies, affordably-priced alcoholic offerings, and friendly ambience. Read More...
Mai Bar

Situated at the top Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral, Mar Bar offers breathtaking views of the city skyline as well as an extensive array of alcohol and creative cocktails. Read More...

Top 10 Best Nightlife

- 10 Best KL Nightlife
  
  Kuala Lumpur's city centre lights up at night as youngsters, revellers and yuppies frequent clubs, bars and pubs on the streets. The city's nightlife action really starts to get going after 22:00. Read More...
- 10 Great Rooftop Bars
  
  Gain a new appreciation for the city, we’ve listed the 10 great KL Rooftop Bars: the best places from which to watch as the sun goes down and the city lights up at night - with a drink in hand, of course. Read More...
- 10 Great Nightlife Spot
  
  From jazz bars and Mediterranean-inspired lounges to techno super clubs, we have chosen KL's 10 best nightlife spots so that you'll always be at the centre of a party, even when you’re away from home. Read More...
- 5 Great Clubs in KL
  
  For a great night out, we have handpicked five of the best clubs in the city if you’re keen on shimmying next to the locals and getting to know Kuala Lumpur a little bit better. Read More...
- 5 Great Ladies Clubs
  
  On select nights they offer free drinks and other perks for females. If you are a woman we are sure these nightclubs are soon going to become your favourite stomping grounds. Read More...
- 7 All-Night Restaurants
  
  Kuala Lumpur is home to an extensive collection of restaurants and cafes serving all types of food after midnight: here we list down our favourites – so take a look and then hit the streets tonight to enjoy! Read More...

Top 10 by Areas

Top 10 Nightlife In Bukit Bintang

Bukit Bintang is the city’s go-to avenue for the most popular nightspots. Since KL’s after-hours scene is pretty fluid, we’ve come up with a list of those with some serious staying power. Read More...
Top 5 Nightlife in Chinatown

Best known for its varied shopping offerings along Petaling Street, Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown is the perfect place to see some of the city’s alternative nightlife offerings. Read More...
Top 10 Nightlife In KLCC

KLCC takes advantage of its many skyscrapers by hosting some of KL's best rooftop bars, all of which offer stunning views: check out our Top 10 list of the best night spots in the area. Read More...
- 10 Best Nightlife in KL Sentral
  
  When the sun sets in KL Sentral, our favourite after-dark venues provide the perfect retreat with great ambience and extensive food-and-drinks menus. Read More...
- Top 10 Nightlife Spots in Bangsar
  
  A guide for a fun night out, whether that entails dancing or just grabbing a drink, our Top 10 Nightlife in Bangsar list is sure to help you pick the perfect place from the area’s impressive nightlife offerings. Read More...
- Top 10 Nightlife in Petaling Jaya
  
  Petaling Jaya has a buzzing after-dark scene, so to help you choose the right place to hit when the sun goes down, we have compiled a list of the Top 10 Nightlife spots in the area. Read More...
- Top 10 Nightlife In Subang Jaya
  
  When the sun sets in Subang Jaya, our Top Ten nocturnal hotspots provide the perfect retreat with great ambience and an extensive food-and-beverage menu. Read More...

Nightlife by Areas

Changkat Bukit Bintang Nightlife

Changkat Bukit Bintang is filled with restaurants that metamorphose into buzzing joints bursting with energy come nighttime, and pubs that transform into bustling drinking holes after dark. Read More...
Jalan P. Ramlee Nightlife

When it comes to nightlife, Jalan P Ramlee is considered one of the city’s hottest venues. Unlike its neighbours in the Bukit Bintang area such as Changkat Bukit Bintang, Jalan P Ramlee has a wackier and more eccentric character. Read More...
Chinatown Nightlife

The nightlife in Chinatown KL is tame in comparison to the rest of the city, with most people focused on its thriving, vibrant Petaling Street night market. Read More...
- Jalan Bukit Bintang
  
  Jalan Bukit Bintang offers endless choices when it comes to after-dark entertainment. Many restaurants here are equipped with a bar that comes into full swing at night. Read More...
- Jalan Sultan Ismail
  
  Once the main nightlife district of Kuala Lumpur, Jalan Sultan Ismail is still reliable when it comes to nightlife despite rising competition from more happening areas such as Changkat Bukit Bintang and Asian Heritage Row. Read More...
- Ampang Nightlife
  
  Ampang has a large range of night clubs, pubs, bars and elegant cafes located in and around the area. The night clubs here play a wide theme of music which includes techno, R&B, Latin and contemporary dance favourites. Read More...
- Bangsar Nightlife
  
  Always busy no matter the time of day, Bangsar has an impressive number of bars, pubs and dance clubs per square feet, offering travellers a huge range of places to hang out with buddies. Read More...
- Asian Heritage Row
  
  Playing techno to Latin beats, the nightclubs lining Asian Heritage Row are a sophisticated bunch, with mesmerising neon lights on the outside and caverns of pure energy within. Read More...
- Petaling Jaya Nightlife
  
  Petaling Jaya is home to many unique and exciting nightspots. From themed bars to buzzing nightclubs, the city comes alive with a different kind of energy late into the night. Read More...