5 Escapade Spots - Park in KL to Beat Down the Stress

Let’s be honest, sometimes we all need to pause from our fast-paced routines just to reset and come back feeling better. That’s why it’s no surprise many people in Malaysia choose to spend a simple day in a KL park, followed by a short hotel stay to rest and unwind. You can do it too. Here are a few ideas to get you started:

1. Perdana Botanical Garden

Established in 1888, Perdana Botanical Garden is indeed old, but impressively well-maintained. Centuries-old trees and other ecosystem elements are thriving in harmony. Being the largest botanical garden in the country, this place offers an experience far more than just an afternoon walk in the park in KL. Walk through the pathways, and you will find so many unique sections along the way.

Address: Jalan Kebun Bunga, Tasik Perdana, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

Features & Activities: walking and jogging paths, cycling paths, picnic areas, children’s playground, deer park, bird park, butterfly park, herb garden, orchid garden, sunken garden, lakes and ponds, gazebos, restrooms

Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday, 6.30 AM – 10.00 PM

Best Nearby Hotel: Travelodge KL City Center

Not only Perdana, but many great places are also within the vicinity of Travelodge Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Central Market, Masjid Jamek, Merdeka Square, and even an MRT station is just right there. Staying at this place means you’ll never run out of fun until it’s time for you. You’ll love how the room boasts a lively vibe with bright color highlights and playful wall art, matching well with the vibrant city panorama you’ll see through the window.

Rate: From RM 76 / 4 hours

Feature(s): Free Wi-Fi, concierge, luggage storage, parking, safe-deposit box, express check-in/out, 24-hour security, wheelchair access/disabled facilities, elevator/lift, air conditioning, TV lounge/leisure room, laundry, dry cleaning services, fax/photocopying, family rooms

Address: 7, Jalan Hang Kasturi, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

2. KL Eco Park

Visiting KL doesn’t feel right without visiting the KL Eco Park, which is still in the same complex as the iconic Menara KL. This one is nothing like a typical park in KL. It’s an actual tropical rainforest, naturally formed, but beautifully preserved. How wonderful it is to have this lush green patch amidst all the skyscrapers and speeding cars. One step away from the crowd will take you to some bird-spotting, a canopy walk, and a trail through the dense greenery, all while filling your lungs with fresh oxygen!

Address: Kuala Lumpur, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

Features & Activities: rainforest trails, canopy walk, jungle trekking routes, observation deck, nature photography spots, educational signage, guided walks, restrooms

Opening Hours: Saturday – Thursday, 8.00 AM – 4.30 PM

Best Nearby Hotel: Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur

Oasia Suites Kuala Lumpur has a very modern atmosphere, providing a stark contrast with your experience at KL Eco Park. Staying here after spending time in the park in KL means your mind will get re-energized, ensuring your spirit is ready to resume your daily routine later on. While the rooms are spacious and highly comforting, the highlight of this establishment is the rooftop pool area. It has a stylish design and a dramatic city panorama with Menara KL towering right in front of your face.

Rate: From RM 104 / 6 hours

Feature(s): Rooftop swimming pool, 24-hour gym/fitness centre, jacuzzi, resident lounge, meeting rooms, restaurant/café, rooftop garden, concierge, free Wi-Fi, laundry services, housekeeping, kitchenette in rooms

Address: 10, Lorong P Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur, 50250 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

3. KLCC Park

When your mood leans more towards an urban park in KL rather than wild adventure, you can head to KLCC Park. Trimmed grass and well-polished pathways make it an easy spot to chill without straying too far from modern practicality. Align your visit with the establishment’s schedule so you can see the magnificent Lake Symphony, where the water fountain operation meets with music and light sophistication.

Address: City Centre, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

Features & Activities: jogging track, walking paths, children’s playground, wading pool, water fountains, picnic lawns, lake and water features, outdoor exercise stations, rest areas, restrooms

Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 6.00 AM – 10.00 PM

Best Nearby Hotel: Novotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre

If urban comfort is your cup of tea, then you might enjoy staying at Novotel Kuala Lumpur City Centre. Just walk around the corner, and you’re there, super convenient, especially if you plan to catch the night fountain show at that famous park in KL. The room feels so restful for your me-time, but can also grant you some private bonding when coming with your loved ones. All thanks to the en-suite bathtub, vibrant city window view, and the earthy tones on the interior. Up on the rooftop is even better because you’ll get to lounge by the infinity pool.

Rate: From RM 180 / 6 hours

Feature(s): Outdoor swimming pool, children’s pool, fitness centre/gym, spa & wellness centre, restaurant, café, bar/lounge, room service, 24-hour front desk, concierge, meeting/banquet facilities, business centre, free Wi-Fi, parking, safe-deposit box, luggage storage, laundry/dry cleaning

Address: 2, Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur, 50450 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

4. Bukit Kiara Federal Park

Bukit Kiara Federal Park offers a combo of a casual recreational area and a wild forest area. Take your trailing and birdwatching on one side, and then jump to the other side for winding down with a picnic by the running streams. Going alone to this park in KL will help you sort out your cluttered mind, while going with someone you love, friends, partner, or family. It will give you a memorable, sweet quality time.

Address: 78, Jln Abang Haji Openg, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

Features & Activities: hiking trails, trail running routes, mountain biking trails, fitness stations, nature trails, birdwatching spots, picnic areas, rest areas, restrooms

Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 6.30 AM – 7.00 PM

Best Nearby Hotel: Dorsett Hartamas Kuala Lumpur

It’s going to be a long day at Bukit Kiara Federal Park, so let’s plan a relaxing daycation to unwind and recharge afterwards. Fortunately, Dorsett Hartamas Kuala Lumpur offers both location convenience and luxury ambiance. We’re talking about a grand establishment with high ceilings and shiny surfaces all over the place. The room furnishing is sleek, even the bathtub. A nice panorama is presented through your full-width room window, but you’ll enjoy it even more from the rooftop pool lounges.

Rate: From RM 218 / 6 hours

Feature(s): Rooftop swimming pool, gym, kids club/children’s pool, restaurant, bar/lounge, free Wi-Fi, valet parking, parking, concierge, meeting/banquet facilities, dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, disabled facilities

Address: Plaza Damas, D-G-8 3, No. 63, Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Sri Hartamas, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

5. Permaisuri Lake Garden

Why settle for just the greens when both green and blue can coexist in one park in KL? Here in Permaisuri Lake Garden, the garden gravitates toward a vast lake, with cute tiny islands in the center. Beyond jogging and cycling, you’ll see communities doing morning tai chi, old people taking recovery walks, and more. It feels so alive yet unrushed, the kind of ambiance to keep you grounded and fresh.

Address: Jalan Tasik Permaisuri 2, Bandar Tun Razak, 56000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

Features & Activities: lakeside walking paths, jogging track, cycling paths, picnic areas, children’s playground, fishing spots, outdoor gym equipment, water views, gazebos, restrooms

Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday 6.00 AM – 8.00 PM

Best Nearby Hotel: Komune Living & Wellness Hotel

Staying in Komune Living & Wellness Hotel having Taman Tasik Permaisuri right at your doorstep, with lush park views to enjoy through the large windows of your suite. Spend time exploring this peaceful green space, then return for a short stay to truly unwind and reset. With flexible time slots available throughout the day and night, you can check in whenever it suits your schedule. The hotel also offers comprehensive amenities, along with a range of wellness treatments and services to complete your restorative escape.

Rate: From RM 105 / 8 hours

Feature(s): Outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre/gym, yoga/wellness centre, spa treatment rooms, restaurant, café, co-working space, meeting rooms, games room/community spaces, free Wi-Fi, parking, concierge

Address: 21, Jalan Tasik Permaisuri 2, Bandar Tun Razak, 56000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Google Map)

Kuala Lumpur is a welcome escape from the fast-paced routine of city life. With its more laid-back atmosphere, spending time around the city or visiting a park in KL is often enough to slow things down and decompress. Enjoy a slower pace surrounded by lush greenery and gentle breezes, a simple way to reset both mind and body. Prefer something more active? Lace up your shoes for a jog or a cycling session. All you need is a nearby hourly hotel to rest and recharge in between.

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