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Swirling ceiling fans, dark cane plantation chairs, art deco flourishes in pristine white against a sophisticated beige palette, palms adding a luscious splash of green. It sounds like such a clich\u00e9, but walking into the Tea Lounge of\u00a0The Majestic Hotel<\/a>\u00a0in Kuala Lumpur really does feel like stepping back in time \u2013 you could almost believe you\u2019ve stumbled into a smart colonial mansion.<\/p>\n

First opening in 1932, this lavish establishment dominated the city\u2019s hotel scene for half a century, before closing and undergoing extensive renovations that included the addition of a more modern wing aimed at business travellers, a tranquil spa in the old servants\u2019 quarters and a downstairs screening room and speakeasy-style cocktail bar.<\/p>\n

The Majestic reopened in late 2012, and the restored Tea Lounge, The Orchid Conservatory\u00a0and bedroom suites that fill the historic Heritage Wing have not only recreated but also superseded the establishment\u2019s former grandeur. It\u2019s hard to believe such a tranquil space exists just minutes from the bustling Central Market, another art deco gem filled with boutiques and craft shops.<\/p>\n

In a bid to escape the city\u2019s oppressive heat for a few hours, we headed along for afternoon tea which is held daily in a room decorated with pretty blue-and-white china plates and sepia-toned photographs of Kuala Lumpur. The centerpiece of the room, aside from the dark wooden bar which has a kind of Mad Men appeal, is the gold domed ceiling under which sits a grand piano. The roof feature originally served as an extractor fan, and it\u2019s just one example of how lovingly this place has been brought up to date. And yes, the piano is put to good use every afternoon Mr Ooi, who is something of an institution on the Malaysian music scene.<\/p>\n

Sinking into our armchairs, we sip on one of the first of many cups of tea. The white-jacketed staff are keen to keep everyone\u2019s cups topped up, and teapots sit on heated stands around the room, ensuring the refreshing brew maintains its optimal temperature.<\/p>\n

And then it arrives. A circular cake stand stacked with savouries \u2013 cream cheese and cucumber sandwiches, smoked salmon rolls, and egg mayonnaise ciabatta \u2013 and scones. Freshly baked, they come with a liberal serve of clotted cream and homemade jam.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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