The RuMa Hotel and Residences

Located just around the corner from the KLCC Park, this urban hideaway has expertly combined modern style and Malaysian heritage. Using local craftsmanship, attention has been paid to the small touches such as hand-crafted copper and bronze faucets, Ipoh marble features and batik artwork. Rooms are sleek and modern, with wood and rattan wicker features that reflect the colonial and baba-nyonya influences in Malaysia.

All rooms have a TV, safe, hairdryer, coffee machine and a complimentary minibar of local snacks, soft drinks, and beer. Room sizes are generous, starting at 43 sq m (460 sq ft), with the higher room categories enjoying a brighter position in the building. Suites start at 60 sq m (650 sq ft) and come with the added benefits of cocktails and canapes in the evening, complimentary laundry, and a butler service.

The ATAS restaurant on the first floor serves international dishes with a distinctly Asian flair. Here breakfast is served daily with a cold buffet and hot à la carte menu. On the sixth floor, you’ll find the pool area, lounge and bar, a small 24-hour gym and spa. On the ground floor, the library lounge is open daily for drinks and afternoon tea. 'Rumah' means home in the Malay language, and this is a principle that the property has at its heart — with no club floor or exclusive lounges, all guests are welcomed into their home.

OUR RATING: Deluxe