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MeTime BookCafe

Updated 2026-08-12 · 2,774 reviewed · 476 listed · Scored from 227 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(227) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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MeTime BookCafe
Services
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes, Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes, Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Reviews
227

What recent reviews say

Visitors consistently describe MeTime BookCafe as a tranquil hideaway with private bookable rooms, friendly cats, and affordable hourly rates. The laid-back atmosphere draws students, remote workers, and families seeking escape from noisy public spaces. Staff come across as genuinely welcoming, and the space itself feels well-maintained and comfortable, though one guest noted afternoon heat buildup despite multiple fans.

The cafe operates as a membership-style rental model offering quiet zones, Wi-Fi, board games, meditation, and light snacks. Pricing runs around RM18 for the first hour plus RM9.90 per half-hour thereafter. Comic inventory skews heavily Chinese-language, which caught one family off guard, but the owner pivoted by offering a private room with Netflix instead. Pet owners and book lovers find genuine refuge here.

Praised for
  • quiet, private retreat spaces
  • friendly cats and pet-friendly setting
  • comfortable and cozy ambiance
  • good value for hourly room rental
  • kind and helpful staff
Watch-outs
  • room temperature control issues (heat buildup)
  • limited non-Chinese comic selection
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Best for: students, remote workers, and parents seeking quiet, cat-friendly escape from noise
Think twice if: afternoon heat in private rooms can be uncomfortable; comic collection is mainly Chinese-language titles

Strengths

  • bookable private rooms with hourly rates
  • live cats on-site
  • distraction-free study and work zones
  • affordable pricing for extended stays

Worth knowing

  • Hourly rates: RM18 for first hour, RM9.90 per subsequent half-hour
  • Private bookable rooms available
  • On-site cats described as friendly and adorable
  • Complimentary amenities include Wi-Fi, air conditioning, board games, meditation, plain water, and reading materials
  • Staff arrange private rooms with entertainment options (Netflix) for families
  • Upstairs nap area available

What reviews say by service

Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
reviewers praise quiet zones, Wi-Fi, and minimal distractions for focused work and reading
Pet-Friendly Cafes
cats are a consistent draw; visitors note they are friendly and add to the cozy appeal
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
multiple mentions of beautiful, lovely spaces and 'every little space is lovely'; cats and decor generate visual appeal
Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
limited detail on coffee quality; service focus is rooms and beverages rather than specialty coffee
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
light menu (drinks, cup noodles, cake slides) mentioned but not central to experience
Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes
no review evidence directly addresses halal practices or Muslim-friendly features

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.42 average across the 104 aesthetic / instagrammable cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 51% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 84
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I book a private room?
Yes. Private and open rooms are available for hourly rental at RM18 for the first hour and RM9.90 per subsequent half-hour.
Are there cats at the cafe?
Yes. Multiple reviewers mention adorable, friendly cats on-site that add to the welcoming atmosphere.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is included with room rentals, along with complimentary board games, meditation, and reading materials.
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Last updated 2026-08-12