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Top Historic Hotels in Kuala Lumpur

A spacious living room with a large window, a chandelier, and a sofa set.

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
A long, narrow hallway with brick walls and wooden doors, leading to a bright exit.

Ahyu Hotel

Ahyu Hotel
Golden Triangle
Ahyu Hotel
A Holiday Inn Express building with a modern design, surrounded by other high-rise buildings.

Holiday Inn Express Kuala Lumpur City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kuala Lumpur City Centre by IHG
Golden Triangle
Holiday Inn Express Kuala Lumpur City Centre by IHG
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a table with a fruit bowl and drinks, and a view of tall buildings in the background.

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur

Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
Golden Triangle
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur
Outdoor seating with a view of palm trees and buildings in the background.

Utm Hotel Residence

Utm Hotel Residence
Kampung Datuk Keramat
Utm Hotel Residence
A rooftop terrace with a glass ceiling, offering a panoramic view of a city skyline at dusk.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur
A rooftop bar with a pool, lounge chairs, and a view of the city skyline including a tower.

Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown

Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
Golden Triangle
Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and a bar area, surrounded by high-rise buildings.

Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur

Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur
Golden Triangle
Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur
A modern lounge area with a sofa set, armchairs, and a coffee table. Large windows offer a view of the city skyline.

Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur At KL Midtown

Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur At KL Midtown
Kuala Lumpur
Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur At KL Midtown
A rooftop bar with wicker furniture, a bar counter, and a city view.

Santa Grand Signature Kuala Lumpur

Santa Grand Signature Kuala Lumpur
Golden Triangle
Santa Grand Signature Kuala Lumpur
A spacious lobby with a reflective floor, large windows, and a view of a cityscape.

EQ Kuala Lumpur

EQ Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
EQ Kuala Lumpur
A rooftop pool with a city view, surrounded by greenery and modern architecture.

Hotel Indigo Kuala Lumpur On The Park by IHG

Hotel Indigo Kuala Lumpur On The Park by IHG
Golden Triangle
Hotel Indigo Kuala Lumpur On The Park by IHG
A traditional Chinese building with a yellow facade, blue doors, and red lanterns.

Traveller Ark Hotel & Bunks

Traveller Ark Hotel & Bunks
Golden Triangle
Traveller Ark Hotel & Bunks
A rooftop bar with tables and chairs, a view of the city skyline, and a tower in the background.

Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection

Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection
Jalan Dang Wangi
Hotel Stripes Kuala Lumpur, Autograph Collection
A water slide in a pool area with palm trees and a building in the background.

Hilton Kuala Lumpur

Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Hilton Kuala Lumpur
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, white lounge chairs, and a modern building in the background.

Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur

Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur
Golden Triangle
Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur
A modern building with a glass facade, a staircase leading to the entrance, and a view of the Petronas Towers in the background.

Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
A high-rise hotel with multiple floors and a prominent 'Meridian' sign.

Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur

Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur
Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur
View from property

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a view of a cityscape.

Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur by IHG

Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur by IHG
Imbi
Kimpton Naluria Kuala Lumpur by IHG
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Top Historic Hotels in George Town

A hotel rooftop with a view of the ocean and palm trees.

Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Downtown George Town
Eastern And Oriental Hotel
A two-story house with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, two bicycles parked outside, and lanterns on either side of the pathway.

23 LoveLane Penang

23 LoveLane Penang
Downtown George Town
23 LoveLane Penang
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to upper floors.

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Downtown George Town
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
A well-lit hotel entrance with a sign reading "Deluxious Hotel, Spa & Restaurant".

Apple Heritage Hotel

Apple Heritage Hotel
Downtown George Town
Apple Heritage Hotel
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Top Historic Hotels in Langkawi

A poolside area with a view of the beach and ocean, wooden furniture, and a table with drinks and fruit.

Four Seasons Resort Langkawi

Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
Langkawi
Four Seasons Resort Langkawi
Exterior

The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi

The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi
Langkawi
The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi
A modern hotel room with a large glass window, a wooden deck, and a pool.

PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort

PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort
Langkawi
PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort
A resort with a large swimming pool, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.

The Danna Langkawi - A Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World

The Danna Langkawi - A Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Langkawi
The Danna Langkawi - A Member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Overwater bungalows with private pools, connected by walkways, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and clear blue waters.

The St. Regis Langkawi

The St. Regis Langkawi
Kuah
The St. Regis Langkawi
An aerial view of a hotel with a large swimming pool, multiple lounge areas with chairs and tables, and surrounding greenery.

Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang

Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang
Langkawi
Mercure Langkawi Pantai Cenang
A room with a wooden chair, a view of the beach, and a large sliding glass door.

Tanjung Rhu Resort

Tanjung Rhu Resort
Langkawi
Tanjung Rhu Resort
A pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

Casa del Mar, Langkawi

Casa del Mar, Langkawi
Langkawi
Casa del Mar, Langkawi
A dining area with a table set for two, featuring a meal, drinks, and a scenic view of mountains and greenery.

Ambong Rainforest Retreat

Ambong Rainforest Retreat
Langkawi
Ambong Rainforest Retreat
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach.

Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort

Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort
Langkawi
Hilton Burau Bay Langkawi Resort
A poolside area with a covered seating area, palm trees, and a view of the sea.

The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa

The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa
Kuah
The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa
A swimming pool with red umbrellas, lounge chairs, and a wooden deck.

The Smith House

The Smith House
Langkawi
The Smith House
A bedroom with a large bed, a view of a marina with boats, and a painting on the wall.

Ramada by Wyndham Langkawi Marina

Ramada by Wyndham Langkawi Marina
Kuah
Ramada by Wyndham Langkawi Marina
An aerial view of a resort with a central swimming pool, multiple red-roofed buildings, and a beach area.

Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi

Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
Langkawi
Pelangi Beach Resort & Spa, Langkawi
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a view of the outdoors through a large window.

Bayview Hotel Langkawi

Bayview Hotel Langkawi
Kuah
Bayview Hotel Langkawi
A coastal resort with beachfront villas, a swimming pool, and lush greenery.

The Frangipani Langkawi Resort & Spa

The Frangipani Langkawi Resort & Spa
Langkawi
The Frangipani Langkawi Resort & Spa
A balcony with three woven chairs and a small round table, overlooking a coastal landscape with hills and a clear sky.

Aloft by Marriott Langkawi Pantai Tengah

Aloft by Marriott Langkawi Pantai Tengah
Langkawi
Aloft by Marriott Langkawi Pantai Tengah
A couple relaxing in a hot tub with a view of the ocean and a sunset.

Berjaya Langkawi Resort

Berjaya Langkawi Resort
Langkawi
Berjaya Langkawi Resort
A poolside area with a wooden deck, a potted plant, and a lounge chair.

Adya Hotel Langkawi

Adya Hotel Langkawi
Kuah
Adya Hotel Langkawi
A modern hotel with multiple swimming pools, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains.

Hangouts Urban Eco Langkawi

Hangouts Urban Eco Langkawi
Langkawi
Hangouts Urban Eco Langkawi
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Top Historic Hotels in Johor Bahru

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and greenery, offering a city view.

St. Giles Southkey

St. Giles Southkey
Central District
St. Giles Southkey
A modern building with a prominent sign for "Baulart Tuanku" and a large illuminated logo.

Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre

Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre
Central District
Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre
A modern living room with a sofa, a TV, and a pool view.

KSL Hotel & Resort

KSL Hotel & Resort
Central District
KSL Hotel & Resort
A rooftop bar with outdoor seating, a city view, and a bar area with bottles and glasses.

Amari Johor Bahru

Amari Johor Bahru
Central District
Amari Johor Bahru
A swimming pool with tiled flooring, surrounded by palm trees and wooden gazebos.

Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel

Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
Bandar Baru Permas Jaya
Renaissance Johor Bahru Hotel
A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a city view.

Sheraton Johor Bahru

Sheraton Johor Bahru
Central District
Sheraton Johor Bahru
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the city, and a ceiling fan.

Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL

Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL
Central District
Space Residency by A----Walk 100m to KSL
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs, a small pool, and surrounding greenery.

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
Central District
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Johor Bahru
A modern restaurant with a central bar, multiple dining tables, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
Central District
Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru
A modern interior with a central reception desk, seating areas, and large windows offering views of greenery.

Hyatt Place Johor Bahru Paradigm Mall

Hyatt Place Johor Bahru Paradigm Mall
Johor Bahru
Hyatt Place Johor Bahru Paradigm Mall
A hotel lobby with a check-in counter, seating area, and a 'WELCOME' mat.

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality

Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
Central District
Citrus Hotel Johor Bahru by Compass Hospitality
A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and a glass ceiling overlooking the ocean.

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
Central District
Holiday Inn Johor Bahru City Centre by IHG
A modern restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements.

Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre

Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre
Central District
Novotel Johor Bahru City Centre
A modern dining area with a green wall, wooden tables, and chairs.

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru

Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru
Central District
Grand Paragon Hotel Johor Bahru
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a view into a dining area.

KSL Hot Spring Resort

KSL Hot Spring Resort
Johor Bahru
KSL Hot Spring Resort
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign and a well-lit entrance.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
Central District
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Johor Bahru by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large window, a dining area, a living space, and a bathroom.

OZO Medini Malaysia

OZO Medini Malaysia
Nusajaya
OZO Medini Malaysia
A modern hotel room with two beds, a glass coffee table, a vase with flowers, and a staircase.

Atelier Hotel Permas

Atelier Hotel Permas
Bandar Baru Permas Jaya
Atelier Hotel Permas
A modern elevator, a floral arrangement, and a patterned wall in a lobby area.

Eight Days Boutique Hotel

Eight Days Boutique Hotel
Kempas
Eight Days Boutique Hotel
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Top cities in Malaysia

A cityscape with the Petronas Twin Towers, a modern skyscraper, and various other high-rise buildings.

Kuala Lumpur

The cultural city of Kuala Lumpur is full of attractions, such as Perdana Botanical Gardens and Kuala Lumpur Sentral, and is loved for its skyscrapers and restaurants.
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A temple with ornate Chinese architecture, a colorful dragon sculpture, and a sign reading "YAP TEMPLE".

George Town

The romantic city of George Town is full of attractions, such as Armenian Street and 1st Avenue Mall, and is loved for its temples and restaurants.
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A suspension bridge with a cable system, a viewing platform, and a mountainous landscape.

Langkawi

The romantic city of Langkawi entices visitors with popular attractions including Cenang Beach and Night Market, and is loved for the beach.
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A mosque with a large dome and four minarets, surrounded by trees and a reflective water surface.

Johor Bahru

Johor Bahru is loved for its shopping and swimming, and entices visitors with popular attractions including Johor Bahru City Square and Holiday Plaza.
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A coastal cityscape with red-roofed buildings, a river, and modern skyscrapers in the background.

Malacca City

The cultural city of Malacca City is full of attractions, such as Mahkota Parade Shopping Mall and Dataran Pahlawan Melaka Megamall, and is loved for its restaurants and riverfront.
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A mountain with a cloud formation over it.

Kota Kinabalu

The romantic city of Kota Kinabalu is full of attractions, such as Centre Point and KK Plaza, and is loved for its swimming and shopping.
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Top landmarks in Malaysia

The Petronas Twin Towers and a bridge in Kuala Lumpur.

Petronas Twin Towers

8.8/10 (4,746 reviews)
Kuala Lumpur City Centre is home to Petronas Twin Towers and is a popular place to see in Kuala Lumpur. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
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A modern urban park with a winding water feature, surrounded by high-rise buildings and lush greenery.

KLCC Park

8.8/10 (2,911 reviews)
KLCC Park is worth a pic or two when discovering Kuala Lumpur City Centre. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
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A beach with waves, a forested hill, and a building with 'ANGKAWI ATAKEDAH' written on it.
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Cenang Beach

8.6/10 (949 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Cenang Beach— one of the most popular seaside spots located 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from central Kampung Kedawang. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Pantai Tengah Beach located nearby.
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A dessert with a waffle, strawberries, and blueberries on a white plate.

Mid Valley Megamall

8.4/10 (2,144 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Mid Valley Megamall in Mid Valley City. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Bangsar Village, The Gardens Mall, and KL Eco City.
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A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

Desaru Beach

8.2/10 (195 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Desaru Beach, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Desaru. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Tidal Wave Beach located nearby.
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A large indoor amusement park with a roller coaster, Ferris wheel, and various rides.

Berjaya Times Square

8.0/10 (2,018 reviews)
If thrills are what you're after, head to Berjaya Times Square, located 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from central Kuala Lumpur. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Berjaya Times Square, you'll love MinNature Malaysia, just a short walk away.
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Johor Bahru City Square

8.2/10 (1,327 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to Johor Bahru City Square, a popular place for shoppers in Central District. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Komtar JBCC, R&F Mall, and Bazaar Karat (Rusty Market).
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KSL City Mall

8.2/10 (1,334 reviews)
If you want to give your credit card some exercise, head out to KSL City Mall in Central District. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Splash some more cash at Holiday Plaza and Plaza Pelangi.
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Eastern And Oriental Hotel

Eastern And Oriental Hotel
Downtown George Town

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Eastern And Oriental Hotel

23 LoveLane Penang

23 LoveLane Penang
Downtown George Town

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Carol
23 LoveLane Penang

Yeng Keng Hotel

Yeng Keng Hotel
Downtown George Town

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Robin
Yeng Keng Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Armenian Street Heritage Hotel
Downtown George Town

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Marek
Armenian Street Heritage Hotel

Apple Heritage Hotel

Apple Heritage Hotel
Downtown George Town

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Apple Heritage Hotel