Are you someone who craves alone/me time? Do you just want some space all to yourself, or maybe with some female companions? We totally get how you feel. As women, there are certain times we just want to enjoy the company of ourselves, or our female friends. No kids, no husbands, no parents and NO MEN. Just you, and maybe your galpals.
It might seem impossible, especially for married women, but guess what? It’s not! There is a slew of places in the Klang Valley where you can do just that – just you (and maybe your besties).
So with International Women’s Day just a day away, what better way to celebrate the occasion than by visiting some of the Klang Valley’s best women-only venues that’ll make you feel safe and awesome! Safe spaces, here we come!
1. Custom Experiences
Barbie Pink Afternoon Tea by The Grand Hyatt
Barbies were definitely a part of your childhood (if you’re a parent, it’s a must to know this!). Those plastic dolls were omnipresent, whether you had them or knew someone who did. As an adult, you may now enjoy the entire Barbie experience and relive your childhood! Barbie Café is a glasshouse restaurant with photographic wonders, one with Barbie written all over it, serving breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening cocktail to complement the magnificent hotel stay.
This is Malaysia’s first “experience” of its kind. Rooms at the Grand Hyatt are completely Barbie-themed and wonderfully pink. Everything you see is Barbie – from the time you step out of the elevator until you reach your designated room. You can even have a Barbie-themed afternoon at their Barbie Cafe if you book one of the Barbie rooms! What a fantastic idea!
2. Women-only Spas
What better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than by rejuvenating yourself! Ladies may escape reality, even if only for a day or a few hours, with a relaxing spa day, and not just any spa, but spas specifically designed for women. Here are some places you could consider going.
Lax Retreat
Check-in and have a pleasant day with this spa’s picture-perfect interior designs! Lax Retreat, which was created by women for women, offers tailor-made pampering services such as massages, facials, and mani-pedis. You can select a playlist to listen to throughout the treatments, certain scented oils and diffuser fragrances, and even light orbs to signal to the staff that you are ready.
Cala Rossa Spa
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Located in Taman Melawati, Cala Rossa, a women-only spa, offers a wide range of treatments and services, including facials, manicures/pedicures, massages, body cleanses, hair treatments, and more. In addition, the spa runs promos and bundles for its most popular treatments on a regular basis. So much to pick from, you’ll be spoilt for choice!
Bondahaven
This is an excellent pick, particularly for mothers. Bondahaven is Malaysia’s first breastfeeding expert and spa, and its services make it a genuine haven for mothers. Being a mother is a difficult job, and finding time to renew oneself is nearly hard. Lactation consultations, traditional body massages, and rituals tailored to each woman’s requirements are all available at Bondahaven. As a result, you can expect a secure and pleasurable time as your worries go away!
3. Bookstores
Powder Room by BookXcess
Are you a bookworm? Then this is a must-visit spot! No doubt, there are other great bookstore in KL, but if you’re looking for a quieter space, a large variety of book selections and a WOMEN-ONLY space, then the Powder Room is the place for you.
Powder Room by BookXcess is the city’s newest hangout! Not only that, this is an all-female bookstore, so it’s your fun day out, ladies! Powder Room, located within The Gardens Mall, is gorgeously decorated, with floor-to-ceiling shelves housing a plethora of books, giving you the same feeling Belle had when she walked into the Beast’s library.
This beautiful spot is definitely Insta-worthy. So be sure to fill your gallery with beautiful pictures captured in this marvelous space. Since it’s a women-only spot, there are lots of uplifting and empowering novels for women to choose from.
4. Women-Only Gyms
Got nothing to do? Get stronger this season by heading to gyms created for women!
This would be the perfect opportunity for women who want to work out – but are shy in the presence of male gazers. Fret not, cause we’ve got gym locations specifically for you ladies.
KOA Fitness
KOA Fitness is a women-only open gym with classes and personal training. The gym provides a secure environment for women to exercise and obtain health advice. The entire gym is designed specifically for ladies and their health requirements. If you’re new, they have a variety of enjoyable classes for you and your friends to pick from, all of which are taught by female coaches. Just be sure to schedule an appointment before heading there.
Philip Wain
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Your one-stop Premium Ladies’ Club for getting fit, healthy, and pampered. Phillip Wain is a health and beauty club that first opened its doors in Hong Kong in 1977 and has since extended to Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. They have a variety of fitness and aerobic classes to choose from. They also offer a fully equipped gym that is exclusively for ladies. Apart from exercise equipment, the outlet also offers body treatments, facials, massages, and a spa where you can rest. That seems tempting, doesn’t it?
Lola Fitness Studio
If you’re not into working out, then there’s a better way you can still keep fit. Lola Fitness Studio is a great place to start. They mostly provide jazzercise courses, but they also provide weight training and personal training. Yoga, Tabata, and Zumba are some of the other classes they offer. So let your problems fade away as you dance!
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