Time Zone
GMT + 8 hours
Here’s everything you need to know to get around town like a pro.
Language
Although Bahasa Malaysia (also called Malay) is the official language of Malaysia, English is widely spoken. Many Malaysians are bi- or tri-lingual, with Chinese and Indian dialects the most widely spoken tongues after Malay and English.
Currency
MYR is the local currency found in the following denominations: 1, 5, 10, 50, 100, 500, 1000. Currency exchange is available at the hotel. Exchange rates may vary.
Electrical Standard
Local voltage is 220-240 volts AC. US plug adaptors, multipurpose adaptors and transformers are available at the hotel.
Shopping Hours
- Daily: 10 am to 10 pm
Banking Hours
- Monday to Friday: 9am to 4:30pm
- Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: Closed
Local Facilities – City Centre
Mandarin Oriental is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur City Centre
Shopping
Suria KLCC is adjacent to the hotel. The Golden Triangle, with 6 major shopping centres is a 5-10 minute taxi ride from the hotel.
Medical
A doctor is available on call (24 hours) for hotel guests. There are also two nearby hospitals. Klinik Mediviron is a 5-minunte walk away and General Hospital is a 15-minute drive from the hotel.
Banking
Maybank is located at the basement level of Petronas Twin Towers., adjacent to the hotel. Additional ATMS are available on the Concourse level of Ramlee Mall in Suria KLCC.
Tips on Tipping
Tipping is not usually practiced in Malaysia, although a 10% service charge is common at many large restaurants and hotels and will be included in the bill.
Public Holidays
| Public Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | 1 January 2011 |
| Thaipusam | 8 February 2011 |
| Federal Territory Day | 1 Februrary 2011 |
| Chinese New Year | 3-4 February 2011 |
| Prophet Muhammad's Birthday | 15 February 2011 |
| Labour Day | 1 May 2011 |
| Wesak Day | 10 May 2011 |
| Malaysia King's Birthday | 5 June 2011 |
| Nurul Al-Quran (Selangor only) | 17 August 2011 |
| National Independence Day | 31 August 2011 |
| Hari Raya Puasa | 30-31 August 2011 |
| Malaysia Day | 16 September 2011 |
| Deepavali | 26 October 2011 |
| Hari Raya Jaji | 6 November 2011 |
| Awal Muharram | 27 November 2011 |
| Sultan of Selangor's Birthday (Selangor only) | 11 December 2011 |
| Christmas | 25 December 2011 |
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