A homely experience beyond the ordinary at Bestow Boutique Hotel and Restaurant, Imbi, Kuala Lumpur.
Bestow Boutique Hotel and Restaurant is placed on a liminal space that caters to the aesthetical desires of the budget-savvy digital nomad. From the pseudo Roman-Grecian architecture, unexpected but somewhat sensibly adapted into its setting in the diversity of Jalan Imbi neighborhood in Kuala Lumpur, one could tell that a place like this is no ordinary hotel. In fact, it is a realized ideal in its carefully curated evocation of a bygone period - rustic, elegant and nonchalant.
The almost Mediterranean façade of the hotel makes it a visual paradox that does not betray its charm. The guest is greeted with steps leading up to a fountain, and the outdoor seating area of the restaurant. At the check-in, a grandfather clock hints at Bestow's antiquated side. And then, the compact, yet spacious wooden and tiled interior, including an indoor jacuzzi, and an antechamber with a little bookshelf and couches. Despite its compact size, the hotel manages to also fit a rooftop pool with a makeshift water curtain and a view of the city.
The other side of this place is a restaurant that resembles an apothecary or an herbarium, in which there are vast, towering shelves filled with plant specimens in glass jars, with handwritten tags of their scientific or common names. One might find the restaurant's well-crafted atmosphere and hearty menu enticing to both the literal and the figurative experiential palate. One might delight in some comfort in the viscerally profound, quiet homeliness of the restaurant, reminiscent of the domestic setting of a local house, probably in the late 60s to early 80s.
In conclusion, Bestow Boutique Hotel and Restaurant makes for a perfect home away from home for urban travelers. Its wonderful, eclectic setting gives off an original vibe that would be a treat for the senses. And to top it all off, the prices here are not overly expensive, which would be a big advantage for the budget-conscious.