TOP 10 BEST HOTELS BY MICHELIN GUIDE MALAYSIA 2023

MICHELIN GUIDE MALAYSIA 2023 lists the top 10 best hotels in Kuala Lumpur and Penang, making known Malaysia as a tourist destination.

Commemorating MICHELIN GUIDE MALAYSIA 2023, a compilation of the top 10 Malaysia's most intriguing hotels was announced. From Kuala Lumpur's swanky boutiques and historic buildings to outside of the city jungle way to a slew of creative villas and cottages.

JAPAMALA: PENGHULU ROOM

JAPAMALA

Tioman Island, Malaysia 

Tioman Island's breathtaking scenery inspires both adventure and relaxation. Located about two hours by public ferry, four hours from Singapore, and six hours from Kuala Lumpur, the experience begins even before arrival. 11 acres of unspoiled wilderness, rejuvenate in 15 chalets, sarangs, and beachside villas, leaving the hectic world behind is an art form at this resort. 

THE RUMA: BERNARD CHANDRAN

THE RUMA HOTEL AND RESIDENCES

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The RuMa literally means "home" and is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur's Golden Triangle, just steps away from the Petronas Twin Towers and KLCC. A tranquil haven amidst the hustle and bustle of downtown, it is a hotel that captures all the intimacy of a home run by an accomplished host. Voted Top 100 Most Incredible Hotels in the World by Fodor’s Travel 2020.

THE CHOW KIT

THE CHOW KIT

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Chow Kit rethinks luxury for the modern traveller. Located in the bustling heart of old Kuala Lumpur, a traveller's sanctuary, not only for rest but also for exploration and inspiration. With 86 rooms and 27 suites, with high-speed WiFi, luxury linen, bespoke organic toiletries by Jeanie Botanicals, and smart TVs. The New York Times 52 Place To Go in 2020. 

SOFITEL KUALA LUMPUR DAMANSARA

SOFITEL KUALA LUMPUR DAMANSARA

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Providing a one-of-a-kind, 5-star luxurious hotel, in the Damansara township of Kuala Lumpur, each Sofitel draws inspiration from local culture and tradition while celebrating innovation and the French art de Vivre. Connecting to various areas of Klang Valley and traffic-free transfers to the airport and other city destinations.

ELSE KUALA LUMPUR

ELSE KUALA LUMPUR

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

A place to disconnect and connect, Kuala Lumpur's latest hotel destination, Else, shares its hospitality serving conscious traveller, through curated experience, with their history within the Lee Rubber Building, crosshairs of the modern city and cultural landscape. 

BON TON ANTIQUE WOODEN VILLAS

BON TON ANTIQUE WOODEN VILLAS

Langkawi, Malaysia

The Langkawi archipelago rises from the Andaman Sea off Malaysia's northwest coast, a tropical paradise recognised by UNESCO, for its charming forest hideaway on one of the islands. This one-of-a-kind luxury hotel is made up of eight traditional stilted cottages arranged around a central swimming pool and gardens.

TEMPLE TREE LANGKAWI

TEMPLE TREE LANGKAWI

Langkawi, Malaysia

Temple Tree, was originally a fairly typical Malay villa resort: furnished with ten classic century-old indigenous villas.  The expansion was done with the relocation of villas in various styles, including Chinese, Malay, and colonial, by dismantling them piece by piece and painstakingly rebuilding them here, at Temple Tree.

BUNGA RAYA ISLAND RESORT AND SPA

BUNGA RAYA ISLAND RESORT AND SPA

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

A secluded island hideaway just off the coast of Borneo, tucked away in a hidden bay. Bungaraya Island Resort is located on the crescent Polish Bay of Gaya Island, off the coast of Sabah, Malaysia Borneo. 

FOUR SEASON HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR

FOUR SEASON HOTEL KUALA LUMPUR

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Located in the heart of Malaysia's ultramodern capital city welcomes guests to a temporary home amidst breathtaking skyscrapers and the buzz of urban dynamism. Offers a variety of guest rooms distinguished by skyline, park, or pool-garden views.