Top 5 Romantic Boutique Hotels in Kuala Lumpur

For The Couples: Top 5 romantic boutique hotels in Kuala Lumpur

Sarah Khan

29 Sep 2016

updated the 14 November 2016 à 11:27

The breathtaking interiors and rich heritage of these boutique hotels will no doubt make for a memorable romantic retreat with your partner.

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Villa Samadhi
Tucked away in an upscale neighbourhood in KL, this luxury boutique hotel is the perfect place for a romantic retreat in the city. With its rustic decor and villa-like ambience, it is easy to forget that you and your partner are in the middle of KL.
If you and your significant other enjoy a little adrenaline rush, Villa Samadhi also offers outdoor activity programmes like jungle trekking and whitewater rafting. From MYR777 a night, this is definitely the perfect spot for an island villa experience right in the heart off a city.
8, Jalan Persiaran Madge, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: Villa Samadhi Kuala Lumpur (Facebook)
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Carcosa Seri Negara
Set on a hilltop against 16 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens, this colonial-style luxury hotel was formerly a 19th-century heritage mansion that once belonged to Sir Frank Settenham, former British advisor to the Sultan of Perak.
A popular wedding venue and option for high-tea, the hotel has a strong Victorian aesthetic. Its high ceilings, French windows, colonial four-poster beds and private verandas will definitely make this hotel the ideal place for a memorable retreat with your partner.
Taman Tasik Perdana, Persiaran Mahameru, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: Carcosa Seri Negara (Facebook)
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Wolo Bukit Bintang
If a romantic retreat right in the heart of KL is what you're after, then the chic and competitively-priced Wolo Bukit Bintang might just be the perfect spot for you.

Less than a 4-minute walk to Pavilion Mall, Lot 10 and right in front of Bukit Bintang Monorail Station, this boutique hotel is within walking distance to KL's main shopping district, great food spots and bars, and its tourist attractions.
Corner of Jalan Bukit Bintang and Jalan Sultan Ismail, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: Wolo Bukit Bintang (Facebook)
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The Yard
Staying at The Yard gives you the illusion of an escape from the city, despite being relatively accessible by public transport via the Bukit Bintang monorail.
With its rustic decor, Peranakan-inspired tiles, wooden courtyard, pretty tealights, wrought iron gates and overall zen aesthetic, this charming hotel makes for the perfect romantic, serene ambience with your partner. It is also strategically located with great eateries and bars in the area.
51, Tengkat Tong Shin, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: The Yard Boutique Hotel (Facebook)
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Anggun Boutique Hotel
The eco-friendly Anggun Boutique Hotel is set in two now-restored 1920s colonial houses previously owned by a wealthy Chinese family. It features a beautiful open courtyard in its center with red Chinese lanterns that light up enchantingly in the evening and features rooms decorated with teak beds and natural fabrics.
Its dining options also do not disappoint; its rooftop resto-lounge dishes up deliciously authentic Malay cuisine for an overall truly sensory cultural hotel experience.
9, Tengkat Tong Shin, Bukit Bintang, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photo: Anggun Boutique Hotel (Facebook)

It could be your anniversary, birthday treat, honeymoon – or really, who needs an excuse sometimes – but it can feel like planning a romantic couple’s retreat can be tricky in a bustling city like Kuala Lumpur. Or so you think.

Besides its world-renowned, five-star hotel establishments, KL’s boutique hotel scene is definitely one to watch, with its unique, Instagram-worthy interiors and overall cool, trendy vibe. Boutique hotels, a term originally used in North America and the UK, basically refer to hotels that have typically between 10 and 100 rooms in unique settings with upscale accommodations. With strategic locations, good pricing, and great rooms, these boutique hotels are definitely a great alternative for the young or for anyone wanting an aesthetic experience different from the standard chain hotel fare.

If you’re looking to experience a hotel stay that is different from the norm, have a scroll through our gallery for our top 5 picks of KL’s romantic boutique hotels perfect for your much-needed couple’s retreat.

Sarah Khan

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