Hotel
Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur
Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur stands beside the Petronas Twin Towers and KLCC Park, with 570 rooms, an infinity-edge pool, a spa and seven restaurants and bars.
The RuMa Hotel and Residences
The RuMa on Jalan Kia Peng holds one Michelin Key for its 253 rooms with contemporary design rooted in Malaysian heritage, plus ATAS restaurant, a spa and two pools.
At a glance
- Type
- Luxury boutique hotel
- Area
- KLCC / Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Price
- $$$$ · Luxury
Good to know
- One Michelin Key
- Indoor and outdoor pools
- UR Spa
- Gym
- ATAS restaurant
- SEVEN lobby bar
- 24-hour room service
- Wheelchair accessible
- EV charging
Why we recommend it
The RuMa Hotel and Residences is one of Kuala Lumpur's most distinctive luxury hotels, and one of only a handful in the city to hold a Michelin Key. It stands on Jalan Kia Peng, on the edge of the KLCC district, and the Michelin Guide awards it one Key, which it describes as a very special stay. With 253 rooms, it is big enough to have a full range of facilities but feels more personal than the city's largest towers.
The design is the main reason to choose it. The style is contemporary but clearly influenced by Malaysian culture and heritage, so the hotel feels rooted in its setting rather than in generic international luxury. It is a good choice for travellers who want a stylish base that also feels unmistakably Malaysian.
Dining follows the same theme. ATAS, the hotel's signature restaurant, serves high-end Malaysian food and is worth booking even if you are not staying. SEVEN is the lobby bar and lounge, a relaxed place for a drink or a meeting, and SANTAI, by the pool, offers lighter food and is a pleasant spot for a sunset cocktail. Room service runs around the clock. For downtime, there are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a gym, a beauty salon and UR Spa, with treatments available on request.
The practical details are well handled. Check-in is from 3pm and check-out is at noon, the front desk and concierge are available 24 hours, and parking includes free and valet options, with an EV charging station. The hotel is wheelchair accessible and offers adjoining rooms, which helps families travelling together. It is a non-smoking hotel with a designated smoking area, and pets are not allowed. A doctor can be called if needed, and multilingual staff are on hand.
The RuMa suits couples, design lovers and business travellers who want a quieter address close to the centre. Jalan Kia Peng is a short walk from the KLCC area and the Petronas Twin Towers, and a short ride from Bukit Bintang. The Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre and Aquaria KLCC are within reach on foot, and KLCC and Raja Chulan stations are the nearest rail stops. Book directly to ask about the residences, which suit longer stays.
The RuMa Hotel and Residences FAQs
Does The RuMa have a Michelin Key?
Yes, it holds one Michelin Key.
How many rooms are there?
253 rooms.
What is the restaurant?
ATAS, which serves high-end Malaysian food.
Is there a pool?
Yes, there are indoor and outdoor pools, with SANTAI serving food and drinks by the pool.
Is there a spa?
Yes, UR Spa, along with a gym and a beauty salon.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is at 12:00.
Is the hotel wheelchair accessible?
Yes, and adjoining rooms are available.
Where is it?
At 7 Jalan Kia Peng, a short walk from the KLCC district.