The Istana Hotel Kuala Lumpur, situated in the vicinity of the Golden Triangle, is a premium hotel with a five star ranking. A series of tourist attractions like Chinatown, Bintang Shopping Complex, the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre and Petronas Towers are located near the hotel. Transport facilities to the hotel by road and rail are excellent.
The guests can choose from a variety of rooms like Deluxe Room, the Grand Deluxe, Executive Rooms, and the Mahkota Club Suites and Rooms. The interior décor of the rooms are breath-taking. The rooms are also fitted with all the latest appliances and amenities. The personalized service of the hotel staff and the wide range of cuisines, make this place a pleasure to be in.
Deluxe, Executive and Mahkota Club Rooms
The Grand Deluxe rooms have been newly renovated. All of these rooms have a king-sized bed and are fitted with several amenities. The Executive suites have been designed according to the needs of the business traveler. The spacious Mahkota Club Rooms are equipped with private lounges. The club room boarders have the privilege of a personalized service, express check in/check-out time, buffet breakfast, cocktails and beverages. The main attraction of the club rooms are the business centre fitted with a fax machine, photocopying facilities, Internet access, and secretarial facilities.
All of the rooms are equipped with modern amenities like color satellite Television, automatic climate control, attached bath with rain shower, tea and coffee making facilities, IDD telephones with bathroom connections, voicemail, radio and a minibar which is replenished every day. Bathrobes and expensive toiletries are also provided to the guests. Wi-Fi Internet access is also provided. Other articles which are provided are a desk clock, electronic safe, hair dryer, shaving adapter, and a full-length mirror. All the rooms have wall-to-wall carpeting.
Food and Cocktail
The Hotel Istana at Kuala Lumpur, has three restaurants and two cocktail bars. The Peach Garden Chinese Restaurant, decorated with rosewood works, and Chinese artifacts, specializes in Cantonese and Halal cuisine.
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It also offers fresh sea food and dim-sum. The restaurant has huge dining spaces for wedding ceremonies and other celebrations. One can also eat out at the Taman Sari Brasserie, overlooking landscaped gardens and a sparkling pool, to get a taste of international cuisine.
The Istana Bakery offers freshly baked bread, chocolate and pastries. Urban Bistro, offers Australian cuisine at an affordable rate. Visitors must try out the mouth watering North Indian cuisines offered by Sagar, the Indian Restaurant. Recipes of the past are cooked up with utmost care to provide delectable cuisines sprinkled with exotic spices. The Songket Lounge and the Polo Bar, provides vintage quality liquor. The Polo Bar also has a sports channel that provides the latest sports news.
Spa Packages, Gymnasium and Fitness Centre
The Hotel Istana in Kuala Lumpur has a host of facilities and amenities to ensure visitors with a comfortable stay. The premium feature of the hotel is the swimming pool overlooking a landscaped garden. There are provisions for light snacks and drinks by the poolside. There is a fitness centre equipped with a gymnasium, sauna, whirlpool and steam bath. One must step into the Sompotan Spa to revitalize oneself. The wide range of Japanese and Swedish massages, body scrub, facial and foot treatments and traditional Malay Spa packages, are ideal for rejuvenation. The Business Centre, located at the East Wing, is equipped extensively to suit business purposes.
Miscellaneous Services
The other facilities offered by the Hotel Istana of Kuala Lumpur include babysitting services, launderette, drug store, limousine facilities, valet services, florist, doctor on call, ironing board and special services for the disabled. A shopping arcade, located in the premises of the hotel, is a perfect stop for a gift item. The hotel also has a private prayer room.
The Hotel Istana, with its regal grandeur, exotic cuisines, picturesque gardens and exquisite spa packages, provide the ambience of a bygone era. The hospitable hotel staff pampers the guests and takes care of their needs and requirements.
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