Says: Uroot Spa Chinatown
Need A Good Massage After Exploring KL? This Chinatown Spa Is Your Post-Adventure Rescue
Uroot Petaling Street is about to be your go-to spot during your KL trip.
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If you've been walking around Petaling Street, dodging crowds, and sweating under the KL sun, congratulations, your body officially deserves a medal. Or at the very least, a massage.
Uroot Spa Chinatown, just a few steps away from all the chaos, is a zen little hideout offering massages that'll keep you coming back for more.
Opened in October last year by the team behind Urban Retreat, this spa is tucked inside a beautifully restored 100-year-old heritage building.
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From the moment you walk in, the noise, heat, and traffic from outside slowly disappear
There's a huge wall mural that immediately catches your eye, batik hangings adding a soft heritage touch, and even an entire upper floor dedicated to greenery and cosy corners for you to just… exist.
It's the perfect excuse for you to sit, breathe, and slow down for a bit, forgetting you're in the middle of Chinatown.
They offer a variety of massages, including the Urutan Malaysia Massage
It's a signature blend of Malay, Chinese, and Indian techniques.
My masseuse asked if I wanted 'Medium' or 'Hard' pressure. I went with hard and it was worth it. Every knot and sore spot from hours of hunching from work and stress was pressed out like magic.
It hurt just enough to feel so satisfying, and by the time I left, I felt completely refreshed, relaxed, and therapised like I'd hit the reset button on my body.
Whether you're just looking for a quick foot massage or going all-in with a full-body session, Uroot Spa Chinatown is professional, clean, and totally worth it
The staff are attentive without hovering, while the interiors are thoughtful and artsy.
So if you're in KL, exploring Chinatown, or just need a break from the heat and crowds, this place is the real deal.
I walked out feeling like a new person, ready to tackle Petaling Street (or just grab more street snacks) without feeling like my body was dragging me behind.
Here's where Uroot Petaling Street is located:
Uroot Petaling Street
Chinatown, Petaling Street
132 Jalan Petaling
(Opposite Four Points by Sheraton)
Opening hours
11am – 10pm (Daily)
By Tamara Jayne