The Chow Kit – An Ormond Hotel

Chef Nik prepared the food, and the host Firdaus took his time and patience to answer my questions about menu. An item that came with the main wasn’t available and they were able to practice flexibility to change to kerabu mangga for this time- I greatly appreciate flexibility and not being by the book, this is a hallmark of great customer service. I had spring chicken, meat was lightly marinated and tender and very easy to pull off the bone. It was done extremely well. Great ambience and music too! Highly recommended. Honest review. No gimmicks.

had a 2d1n stay here recently and everything was just so nice! the hotel and room were super aesthetic, and i slept really well. even though it’s by the roadside, it was surprisingly quiet at night. dinner was great too — loved the main meal and desserts, which were recommended by the staff. everyone was so friendly and welcoming, really felt the warm hospitality. would definitely come back!

Took mum for her birthday to Malaysia and she absolutely enjoyed it! After being recommended Chow Kit Hotel by a colleague, I thought I’d book us a room and so glad I did! The entire complex is designed in a way to transport you back in time - the art deco inspired building with its beautiful gold finishes makes it perfect for influencers seeking their next Insta update (me included!) We had breakfast included which had a solid variety of food and booking dinner here was a nice way to complete our stay in KL. I ordered the beef ribs which were delicious but a little dry. Mum had fish which was very tender and fresh. In terms of service, huge shout out to Jahid who was particularly friendly and accommodating! Things to improve would be the lighting in all the staircases (quite dark) and perhaps providing kettles in each room (love my late night tea!). Overall, would definitely recommend for anyone looking for a short and sweet stay!

A gem within walking distance to many restaurants and site seeing areas in KL with good access to public transportation. The rooms feel like a transport back in time but maintains modern amenities and elegance. The floor to ceiling windows of the higher tier rooms are amazing and makes the room feel very spacious. The showers were luxurious with strong pressure.

The rooms are super cute and very well architected! We loved the style. The breakfast had a very small selection, but the things the offer were super tasty. It was a bit cheeky that they extra charge you an egg or salmon. Also the service especially at the breakfast was not really friendly…..

I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve stayed at this hotel. It’s always been my first choice whenever I travel to KL. Overall, my experience has been consistently satisfactory. I absolutely love the interior design and the location—it’s just a short distance from the downtown area where all the beautiful historic buildings are. The surrounding area can feel a bit rough, but it’s generally safe if you commute by car rather than walk around. However, parking can be extremely challenging. The rooms are comfortable and clean, though I did once find some hair under the pillow. I also enjoy the hotel’s café, which has a great atmosphere and serves nice drinks. The only major downside was the lack of vegetarian options when dining in. Despite being a 4-star hotel catering to international guests, there were no proper vegetarian dishes on the menu. I had to request a custom version, but it was poorly done—just stir-fried vegetables in soy sauce and sugar, with undercooked rice. That said, the service was excellent. The staff offered to bring me a new bowl of rice and even waived the charge for the meal, which really surprised me. I would’ve been happy even with just a free drink.

Stayed over the weekend, beautiful hotel with clean rooms. The staff are also friendly and very helpful. I requested for an anniversary decoration and housekeeping did a wonderful job! Breakfast was good, although not buffet, the french toast was fantastic. I was lucky to meet the Chow Kit handsome chef while he was holding a cooking class, and I received a complimentary invitation to join.. Located near the LRT and monorail within less than 5 minutes. Will be back!

Had a lovely evening at The Chow Kit Kitchen & Bar. The ambience was cosy and refined, and the service truly stood out — special thanks to Chef Fatin, Firdaus and Amir for their warm, attentive hospitality. The Sago Gula Melaka and Chocolate Fudge were absolutely divine and beautifully plated. The Vino Madu were well-balanced and paired perfectly with the overall vibe. A great spot for a relaxed yet elevated dining experience in KL. Highly recommended!