KL, as it’s warmly referred to these days is as fascinating and multicultural as much of South East Asia’s major metropolises. Housing the sparkling and grand Petronas Twin Towers, which until the recently was tallest building in the world– this mantle now belongs to the Burj Dubai. The highlight of KL’s skyline, the towers have been a major drawcard and a pin up for many postcards marketing the region.

The Mandarin Oriental is quite conveniently located adjacent to the world famous, 88 storey towers, with far reaching views overlooking the lush 50 acre KLCC Park. The hotel has a fully equipped business centre, with conference rooms and a full range of secretarial services. There is a health centre with fully equipped gym, swimming pool, tennis courts, squash courts, treatments, sauna and steam rooms.

The dining facilities at the modern Mandarin cater to all taste buds: Lai Po Heen serves Classic Cantonese cuisine with seafood and dim sum specialities. Wasabi Bistro provides a modern take on intricate, traditional Japanese fare in the quiet elegance of an intimate bistro setting.

And then there’s Biba’s Cafe, a contemporary, all-day cafe setting, featuring a gourmet coffee bar and buffet counters for causal dining whilst Pacifica Grill and Bar greats visitors with trendy bar and show kitchen, highlighting contemporary European cuisine with distinctive Asian influence.