YTL Hotels Expands Footprint
YTL Hotels has announced the opening of two exciting new properties, Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown and AC Hotel by Marriott Ipoh, offering travellers unique and dynamic experiences in two of Malaysia’s most captivating destinations.
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Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown
The historic Oriental Bank building on Jalan Hang Lekiu – a shining jewel of Kuala Lumpur’s heady ‘70s financial scene – has been masterfully reimagined as Moxy Kuala Lumpur Chinatown. This restored landmark now soars 21 storeys into the KL skyline, its original façade preserved like a time capsule and as an ode to the rocking ‘70s, while interiors burst with modern vitality.
Within its walls, 320 modishly cool rooms offers accommodations with a dash of Moxy playfulness. The design narrative weaves in threads of Chinatown’s rich tapestry – from bold crimson accents, to murals blending heritage motifs with street art flair, all accented by playful neon installations that wink at KL’s famous night markets.
The lobby doubles as a social hub where check-in includes a welcome drink at Zone In; whereas Moxy’s all-day dining spot, Zone Out, provides breakfast and space to unwind or work. The property’s Bar Moxy evolves throughout the day as poolside lounging culminates in golden-hour cocktails and the soundtrack of the city’s pulse gradually shifts to welcome local nightlife.
AC Hotel by Marriott Ipoh
Located on Jalan Sultan Abdul Jalil in Ipoh, AC Hotel by Marriott Ipoh features 291 rooms designed with minimalist European aesthetics and includes amenities for both business and leisure travellers.
The property features three distinct dining options: AC Kitchen, which serves a breakfast menu that combines continental classics with Malaysian influences; Luk Yu, which specializes in authentic Cantonese cuisine; and AC Lounge, offering European-inspired tapas and beverages in a contemporary setting.
For business travelers, the hotel offers a Tin Mine Club, a nod to Ipoh’s tin-mining heyday, providing a meeting space for groups up to 200 people.
The property offers a range of event spaces, including Ipoh’s largest pillarless ballroom. The Grand Ballroom accommodates up to 800 guests in banquet style or 1,600 in theatre seating. A Junior Ballroom holds 250 guests banquet style and 500 in theatre format.
Additional facilities include breakout rooms and the AC Genius Lab co-working space. Recreational amenities comprise a gym, swimming pool, and four indoor pickleball courts. Studio 88’s recording studios are also available as distinctive venues for both social and corporate events.
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