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11 Rooftop Bars In KL With Spectacular City Views

From views of the Twin Towers to an ocean of city lights, bask in the luxe ambience of these amazing rooftop bars.

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1. Deep Blue

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On the highest floor of The Face Suites comes Deep Blue, a restaurant and bar that caters to all its visitors with a variety of experiences and cuisines. Situated right next to the swimming pool of the complex, you'll be able to grab views of three stellar works of architecture that make up the pride and joy of Malaysia: The KL Tower, The Exchange 106, and Merdeka Tower 118.

Address:
Level 51, The Face Suites Sky Deck, 1020,
Jalann Sultan Ismail, Kampung Baru,
50250 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

Operating hours:
11am-1am (Monday and Tuesday).
11am-9pm (Wednesday to Saturday).
11am-12am (Sunday).

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Image via DEEP BLUE

2. Man Tao Bar

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Described as an exciting neighbourhood nook-inspired rooftop bar, Man Tao Bar is the hottest spot for soothing tunes and easy going vibes. A relaxing space with unobstructed views of downtown KL, this rooftop bar that's next to the infinity pool will have you feeling like you're floating on the skyline. An urban escape, grab your drink and lay on a deckchair outside to watch the sun fade away into the nighttime bustle of the city.

Address:
25, Jalan Kamunting, Chow Kit,
50300 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

Operating hours:
3pm-12am (Friday and Saturday).
Closed from Sunday to Thursday.

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3. Sabayon

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Located on the highest floor of the Equatorial Plaza, Sabayon is a contemporary European restaurant and bar with elegant high ceilings accented by copper and bronze tones. Embodying the ever-changing hues of the KL cityscape, and stellar views of the Petronas Twin Towers right outside their window, have a multi-course meal or sip the night away on their al fresco terrace.

Address:
Level 51, EQ, Equatorial Plaza,
Jalan Sultan Ismail, 50250 Kuala Lumpur.

Operating hours:
5pm-10pm (Daily).

4. WET® Deck

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Captivating the nightlife scene of KL comes the chic and stylish WET® Deck, stacked on Level 12 of W Kuala Lumpur. With a cutting edge blend of modern design and a playful environment, their state-of-the-art mixology variations coupled with the picturesque Petronas Twin Towers in the background makes this a stellar location for a nightcap with friends or new company.

Address:
121, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur,
 50450 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

Operating hours:
10am-12am (Daily).

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Image via Marriott Bonvoy

5. Jann

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From red burnt brick to tuxedo black and white floor tiles that make the locale shine from top to bottom, Jann embellishes itself in a sophisticated backdrop, gratified with a jade wrap-around bar as the overall highlight. Inspired by the local cultures that make Chinatown a heritage destination, Jann features inventive cocktails and phenomenal panoramic views of KLCC and the KL Tower, amalgamating the city perspectives of old and new.

Address:
2, Jalan Balai Polis, City Centre,
50000 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

Operating hours:
4pm-12am (Daily).

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Image via Marriott Bonvoy

6. Bar Trigona

More than just a delightful stay for a relaxing getaway, Bar Trigona at the Four Seasons is a lounge that boasts a luxurious feel that'll having you sipping drinks from dusk to midnight. Featuring a wide variety of crafted cocktails that include sustainable ingredients, take a load off at this sleek and modern bar for a view coated with city lights.

Address:
145, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur,
50450 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

Operating hours:
5pm-12am (Tuesday to Sunday).
Closed on Monday.

7. SkyBar

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On the 33rd floor of the Traders Hotel comes this well-established and award-winning lounge called SkyBar. Featuring a plethora of creative cocktails, and alternating on a variety of DJs for nightlife, gaze at the impeccable views of the Petronas Twin Towers just in the background from one of their cosy cabana booths, where you can unwind without a care in the world.

Address:
Traders Hotel, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre,
Stall 7, Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre,
50088 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

Operating hours:
5pm-11pm (Monday to Friday).
5pm-12am (Saturday and Sunday).

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8. Marini's on 57

At the foot of the Petronas Twin Towers, Marini's on 57 serves an array of fine cocktails with a view to kill for. If you're feeling a bit peckish and need some light eats to help balance out the alcohol, order it to your table or step into the Italian restaurant for a quick bite. Popularly known as a whiskey bar and cigar lounge, this iconic place is one we absolutely couldn't leave off the list.

Address:
Petronas, Level 57, Menara 3,
Persiaran KLCC, 50088 Kuala Lumpur.

Operating hours:
5pm-12am (Tuesday to Sunday).
Closed on Monday.

9. Mantra Rooftop Bar & Lounge

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Set in a modern-tropical inspired sanctuary of plush lounging, Mantra Rooftop Bar & Lounge is a rooftop bar perched overlooking the city skyline of KL. Immerse yourself entirely into tranquility, and the social experience of sight, sound, taste, and scent. Showcasing exciting and unusual tastes and textures for cocktails, mixologists of the locale even offer bespoke classics and unique creations which fuse local flavours with modern twists.

Address:
Bangsar Village II, Jalan Telawi 1,
59100 Kuala Lumpur.

Operating hours:
4.30pm-12am (Daily).

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Image via Mantra Bar KL

10. Vogue Lounge

Purported as a fashionably sophisticated dining, lounge and rooftop bar that embodies the luxurious lifestyle of fashion bible, Vogue, Vogue Lounge was designed to reflect a modern lifestyle, and bring in new dimension of contemporary hospitality for an ultra-chic experience. With fantastic views of the skyline, head upstairs to the rooftop garden with a bar that overlooks all of Bangsar.

Address:
Level 38, Menara SuezCap 1, KL Gateway,
Jalan Kerinchi, 59200 Kuala Lumpur.

Operating hours:
5.30pm-2am (Tuesday to Thursday).
12pm-2am (Friday).
3pm-2am (Saturday).
3pm-11am (Sunday).
Closed on Monday.

11. Roofino Skydining

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We couldn't leave out one of the most well-known rooftop bars in KL, could we? Roofino Skydining is located on the 34th floor of KL Trillion, and adorns a diverse range of Mediterranean Italian foods, from afternoon coffees to colourful cocktails. Dine on the deck if you want to check out views of the KL City Centre (and beyond), or sit inside their glasshouse for a one-of-a-kind dining experience.

Address:
338, Jalan Tun Razak, Kampung Datuk Keramat,
55000 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL.

Operating hours:
4pm-12am (Daily).

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