Sri Hartamas is an upmarket neighbourhood located just 15 minutes’ drive from the hustle and bustle of KL City Centre. The area has enjoyed broad appeal with expat communities, most notably the Japanese, living alongside a diverse local Malaysian and wider international population.
What was in the 1980s a fledgling and rapidly growing neighbourhood is today a vibrant place to call home, maintaining much of the charm of the quiet suburban life but with access to key amenities and leisure activities that make Sri Hartamas a popular location for homeowners.
Shopping and Entertainment
Hartamas Shopping Centre and nearby commercial area Desa Sri Hartamas are the focal points of life in the neighbourhood, offering a combined retail, food and entertainment complex over three storeys. The Sri Hartamas Shopping Centre can be found at Plaza Damas, an integrated business and lifestyle development for the area.
Alongside the usual array of big brand chains and franchise restaurants, Hartamas Shopping Centre also boasts a number of local boutiques, adding a more unique feel to its retail outlets. A large number of restaurants and food establishments can also be found in a dedicated area just outside the rear exit of the mall.
Publika Shopping Gallery offers a more focused upmarket shopping opportunity in the area, with a range of luxury and boutique offerings spread out throughout this creatively delivered retail space. The combination of quirky boutiques alongside trendy bistros and diners make this mall an appealing hangout for all ages. It’s also home to some small but unique art galleries, as well as a variety of spa and leisure outlets.
Those looking for a bit of entertainment beyond their shopping won’t be disappointed either, with a number of spas, salons, dance studios and other leisure facilities located above the shops at Sri Hartamas mall. Residents hoping to tee off a more upmarket look at leisure activities can also enjoy access to the outstanding courses of the nearby TPC Kuala Lumpur golf club.
With its excellent transport links, residents of Sri Hartamas can also access nearby neighbourhoods with ease, meaning malls and shopping opportunities in Mont Kiara, Bangsar, and Damansara are all readily accessible.
Food and Nightlife
The Sri Hartamas food scene is strongly influenced by its local expat community, meaning the area is extremely well represented by a diverse array of international restaurants. Japanese and Italian food features particularly heavily, but residents can enjoy a culinary journey that covers everything from a beautifully cooked steak to contemporary Japanese cuisine.
Those looking for a convenient selection of food outlets in an accessible location can explore the 50+ restaurants located to the rear of Hartamas Shopping Centre, providing some great local food options just a short walk away from this popular location. While more recognised for its international restaurants, Sri Hartamas also offers some limited hawker stall opportunities for those looking to sample a more local take on the neighbourhood’s cuisine.
Despite its suburban appeal, Sri Hartamas also boasts some great bars and clubs to enjoy, shared between it and the nearby Mont Kiara neighbourhood. You can relax and enjoy a cocktail at a speakeasy bar, or pop into one of the local pubs or craft beer bar for a more laid-back beer.
Healthcare
Sri Hartamas is home to a number of healthcare clinics and wellness centres, located in and around the Sri Hartamas Shopping Centre and nearby Desa Sri Hartamas business area. A number of other clinics are also available in neighbouring Kiara Hills and Mont Kiara.
The nearby Pantai Hospital in Bangsar is a short drive from Sri Hartamas. It offers a 331-bed private hospital that can cater for more serious care needs, with specialty services in a wide range of medical areas and indications. ParkCity Medical Centre is just a short 10-15 minutes’ drive to the north, also offering private care across a 300-bed facility.
Nearby Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL) provides public hospital care for the Kuala Lumpur region, with over 2,300 beds catering for a wide range of medical indications across 28 clinical departments. Sri Hartamas’ outstanding transport links mean that HKL can be reached in just 10-15 minutes by road.
Places of Worship
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Sri Hartamas is located in close proximity to the iconic Masjid Wilayah Persekutuan, or Federal Territories Mosque, a stunning mosque that offers a place of worship for up to 17,000 worshipers. Residents can reach the mosque for prayers in just 5-10 minutes by road, although expect significant jams around Friday lunchtimes.
Shree Lakshmi Narayan Mandir Kuala Lumpur provides a Hindu temple and religious activities in close proximity to the Sri Hartamas neighbourhood, reached in just 10-15 minutes’ drive. Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Bukit Kiara provides another easily accessible option for worshippers. The iconic temple complex of Batu Caves is also easy to access with just a short 15-20 minute drive, and a particular focal point during the vibrant annual Thaipusam festival.
Buddhist worshipers looking for nearby temples will also have a number of accessible options, with both Guan Di Temple in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown and the impressive Hainanese-built Thean Hou Temple within a 15-minute drive.
Sri Hartamas and nearby Mont Kiara are also represented by a wide number of churches and places of worship for Christians such as the Anglican All Soul’s International Community Church and Canaan Church, providing services across a diverse set of denominations.
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