House Swap & Exchange in Kuala Lumpur

Discover new places

Work during the day and explore your new location in the evenings and weekends. Save vacation days by combining both!

Free accommodation

We don’t require (expensive) memberships. Swaphouse is 100% free. No money is exchanged in the entire process.

All the amenities you need

All homes feature fast WiFi and dedicated workspace(s). You can expect everything you need to live and work from there.

About Kuala Lumpur

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Timezone

UTC+8

Kuala Lumpur follows Malaysia Time (MYT, UTC+8).

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Main language

Malay

English, Tamil, and Chinese are also widely spoken.

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Climate

Tropical Rainforest

Hot and humid year-round, frequent rain.

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Closest airport

KUL

Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Malaysia's main international gateway.

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Near beach?

± 100km

KL is inland; the closest beaches are on the western coast.

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Near mountains?

± 100km

The Titiwangsa Mountains are to the northeast.

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Local Cuisine

Nasi Lemak

Rice cooked in coconut milk, with spicy sambal; Malaysia's fragrant favorite.

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Currency

Malaysian Ringgit

Malaysian Ringgit (MYR)

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Hidden gem

Batu Caves

A series of caves and temples, with a massive golden statue guarding the entrance.

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Water quality

Fair

While water is treated, drinking directly from the tap isn't commonly practiced. Boiling or filtering is recommended.

Ready to swap your home?

Join Swaphouse by creating an account. You can list your home in a few simple steps. Once that's done, begin exploring homes around the world for an exciting new and affordable workation adventure!

Need more information?

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House swap in Kuala Lumpur