Shangri-La Kuala LumpurvsInterContinental Kuala Lumpur, an IHG Hotel
Both properties are praised by travel writers. On balance, Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur scores significantly better than InterContinental Kuala Lumpur. Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur comes in at 90 with positive reviews from 10 reviewers including Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Oyster.
Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur Show All Reviews
11 Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur 50250, Malaysia
From $68/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The hotel lives up to its reputation for excellent service and world-class facilities." Full review
Concierge
"The premier address for business and leisure travelers in Kuala Lumpur, offering a central location, luxurious accommodations, and flawless service—all in a setting of lush tropical gardens."
Travel + Leisure
"Recently renovated high-rise with a marble lobby, 4 restaurants, and 662 red-and-beige rooms. ." Full review
Time Out
"With good services and comfortable bedrooms, Shangri-La is a suitable destination for business and vacation purposes." Full review
Star Service
"Set back from the busy Jalan Sultan Ismail in an oasis of palm trees and fountains, the Shangri-La delivers the tranquility and luxury its name promises." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"As a true city-center property in a booming metropolis, the hotel is close to "anything that matters"." Full review
Jetsetter
"A stay at Shangri-La Hotel - Kuala Lumpur places you in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, minutes from Kuala Lumpur Tower and close to Petronas Twin Towers." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A jaw-droppingly opulent hotel with an impressive range of facilities and several top-class restaurants." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Grand and gracious, this is the kind of hotel that guests — whether they be high-flying execs or cheerful holidaymakers — return to time after time." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur impresses with its grandeur and array of features, which include an outdoor pool and kids' pool, extensive spa and fitness facilities, and five restaurants and bars." Full review
InterContinental Kuala Lumpur, an IHG Hotel
165 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur 50450, Malaysia
From $57/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Time Out
"The hotel features 473 rooms and suites, decorated and equipped with modern amenities for both leisure and business travellers to enjoy the ultimate staying experience." Full review
Star Service
"Previously the Nikko, the InterContinental is within an easy 10-minute walk from KLCC and its prestigious Suria KLCC shopping precinct." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Formerly the Nikko Hotel, the InterContinental Kuala Lumpur is a luxury property right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur City Center (KLCC) that caters to business travelers." Full review