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I stayed in one of Malaysia's cheapest hostels, where a bed costs $3 a night. It's perfect for backpackers on a budget — but you might have to spend more if you're a woman.

Marielle DescalsotaMay 18, 2022, 12:12 IST

The Explorers Guesthouse in Kuala Lumpur.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

I stayed at The Explorers Guesthouse in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
An overnight stay in a mixed dorm costs $3, making it one of the cheapest hostels in the country.

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Kuala Lumpur, the capital city of Malaysia, is home to more than 8 million people.

The Petronas Twin Towers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on May 7, 2021.Contributor/Xinhua News Agency/Getty Images

The Explorers Guesthouse is located in Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur's most popular neighborhood among backpackers. It's one of Malaysia's cheapest hostels.

The Explorers Guesthouse in Kuala Lumpur.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

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The hostel's lobby was clean and spacious.

The hostel's lobby.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

I was glad I packed light as I had to carry my belongings up several flights of stairs.

Me climbing up the stairs.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

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My dorm was on the fourth floor. It was a small room with four bunk beds, three of which were occupied by men.

Bunk beds in the dorm.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

The room wasn't particularly clean or big — but those were the least of my concerns. I wasn't comfortable sharing a room with only men.

Me in the dorm.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

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Private rooms were located on the second and third floors. Nearly all the rooms were occupied, with some rented by long-term tenants.

A corridor in the hostel.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

The private room cost around $10 a night. It was air-conditioned and had a double bed.

A private room in the hostel.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

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There was a bathroom on the same floor as my private room. It was much cleaner than I expected.

There were two shower stalls and two toilets.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

My favorite part of the hostel was the rooftop, where I could see Kuala Lumpur's gorgeous skyline.

The hostel's rooftop area.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

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I had a comfortable stay for an affordable price, but I wish the hostel had a female-only dorm.

Relaxing in the living area.Marielle Descalsota/Insider

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