Else Retreats Kuala Lumpur

Globally connected and locally rooted - Else launches its inaugural hotel in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, this July. Positioning itself amidst a burgeoning cultural hub, the retreat will provide the well-travelled entrepreneur and cosmopolitan explorer a place to disconnect and reconnect to differentiated and distinct interpretations of hospitality. Guests will be given the choice and freedom to make themselves at home with intuitive service alongside intentionally curated spaces to offer a sense of sensible luxury.

"Else is rooted in a strong sense of purpose, authenticity and intention. Keeping true to these values, we created calming and comfortable rooms, living and a communal co-work space so guests can both unplug and plugin. From floating meditation pods and a gratitude space to a business den and healthful, creative restaurants — everyone will have the opportunity to live well, at their own pace.' says Javier Perez, Co-Founder of Else.

Once the holiday residence site to Yap Kwan Seng and now home to Else, the Lee Rubber Building was constructed in the 1930s and was one of the tallest buildings of its time. "Aspects of the building's historical architecture have been carefully preserved to retain many of its original features. In addition, the hotel's creative design core were drawn together with the city's leading creatives and artisans, Studio Bikin, who have reimagined the space into an urban hideaway that embraces a modern, refreshing offering for today's traveller while celebrating elements of the past." says Justin Chen, Co-Founder of Else.

Ranging from the Mantra standard rooms to the sweeping Else Suite, the 49 carefully-designed rooms and suites are designed with soft palettes and natural tropical textures to create a paired-back yet modern escape.

Wellness facilities span throughout the hotel - the terrace and pool house are decked with cabanas and board games, offering a renewed perspective of Kuala Lumpur's skyline. Also created to renew and refresh are a state-of-the-art gym, a gratitude space and floating meditation pods. In contrast, there's the option to jump back into daily life with a Business Den offering a private meeting room, a communal co-working space, as well as a sunken living room, drawing room and library.

The hotel's two carefully curated food and beverage concepts are explicitly designed to make guests feel at home. The Raw Kitchen Hall, an extension of its sister brand in Singapore, is a casual-chic gathering place that stays true to the luxury of comfort food done well. Dishes range from Asian to Mediterranean flavours, offering modern and familiar classics. On the fourth floor, The Yellow Fin Horse — a destination wood-fire restaurant — forges International and Malaysian flavours with contemporary authenticity.

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