The wellness-centric township offers a one-of-a-kind integrated ecosystem that addresses healthcare, wellness, medical and lifestyle needs.
“Wellness is the complete integration of body, mind, and spirit – the realization that everything we do, think, feel, and believe has an effect on our state of well-being.” – Greg Anderson.
Located in the heart of Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, KL Wellness City is a 26.5-acre healthcare and wellness-themed master township development conceptualised and realised by master developer KLWC.
As the first development of its kind in Southeast Asia, KL Wellness City is designed with a holistic approach that fully integrates healthcare, wellness and a robust medical ecosystem.
The unique ground-up design doesn’t end there. Anchored by a smart framework that has sustainability at its core, key themes such as healthcare, technology, ecology and the community are seamlessly intertwined.
First to be ready in Phase 1 (2026) will be Plot 5, the township’s anchor, a state-of-the-art International Tertiary Hospital alongside The Nobel Healthcare Park in Plot 1. The latter will have three towers, of which two are medical suites and one that focuses exclusively on wellness.
In particular, the International Tertiary Hospital will impress with its centres of excellence and cutting-edge medtech, enhanced further by data analytics, information technology and possibly artificial intelligence. It also comprises an impressive 624-bed capacity that is upgradable to up to 1,000 beds.
The medical hub not only provides specialities and subspecialties in leading tertiary hospitals, but it will also offer niche services with the latest cutting-edge technology and equipment. The overall KL Wellness City is envisioned to comprise a mix of hospitals, medical centres, clinics, R&D centres, offices, hotels, retirement suites, senior and independent living units, and lifestyle and residential spaces.
When this first stage of the ground-breaking KL Wellness City begins operation in 2026, this will indeed help to solidify Malaysia’s position and track record as the top destination for medical tourism.
It’s no surprise then, that KL Wellness City has received recognition and accolades for its revolutionary ecosystem of comprehensive healthcare and wellness services. Among the awards received were:
- Winner of Best Mixed-Use Development (Asia), 17th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards 2022
- Consumer Game Changer, 17th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards 2022
- StarProperty Awards 2023 Real Estate Developer
- The Long Life Award – Best health and wellness development, StarProperty Awards 2023
Where medical tourism and real estate meet
The concept of medical tourism is not new — it’s an increasingly popular trend in countries that include Australia, the United States and China.
In Malaysia, medical tourism has been on the rise, spurred on by factors that include good healthcare infrastructure, the availability of government support through promotional programs, low-cost medical services, and skilled medical professionals.
In fact, the healthcare medical tourism industry in Malaysia has been climbing at an average of 16%-17% annually (as reported by the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC)). In 2019 alone, there were more than 1.3 million healthcare tourists that flew in from Indonesia, China as well as Singapore.
Thanks to this, at the International Medical Travel Journal (IMTJ) Medical Travel Awards 2020, Malaysia was accorded the “Health and Medical Tourism: Destination of the Year” title for the fourth time. Malaysia last clinched the accolade from 2015 to 2017.
A closer look at The Nobel Healthcare Park
The Nobel Healthcare Park’s elements include 379 privately-owned medical specialist suites, commercial space, office space (which includes Tier 1 Malaysia’s Digital designated office spaces) and 512 wellness residences.
Other highlights of the much-anticipated hub are a landscaped courtyard with cycling and jogging tracks, two levels of F&B and service-focused healthcare shops at the ground/road level, as well as retirement resort homes for both independent and assisted living, and lifestyle apartments with multi-generational homes. There will also be rehabilitation centres and a slew of recreational and working spaces.
Lifestyle conveniences such as valet parking and even a fantastic location are what add to KL Wellness City’s charm. The plot of land it sits on is just 45 minutes from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) by car; and right opposite is one of Malaysia’s latest mega shopping malls, Pavilion Bukit Jalil.
Residents, including doctors, nurses, office occupants and tenants, will also have the luxury of relaxing at the end of a long day in a 50-metre length swimming pool, sky gymnasium, sky lounge and sauna — a total of nearly one acre of verdant tranquil spaces.
Investment opportunities abound.
Since the first phase of KL Wellness City was announced in April 2022, doctors and medical professionals from all over the peninsula (mainly from Klang Valley, Penang, Johor and Ipoh) have expressed interest in the medical suites, which start from S$900psf.
The modular medical suites, which average about 700 sq ft each, all follow Malaysia’s Ministry of Health specifications and are designed based on KL Wellness City’s core management team’s own experience in the medical field. For investors, it’s further optimised by hospitality services.
Rental management support
Even the most seasoned of property investors know that rental management can be a hassle, even more so for their overseas properties. That is why the fuss-free rental management support that KL Wellness City offers for its medical suites — targeted towards doctors in Malaysia — is a godsend.
This unique opportunity is currently not provided by another development in Malaysia.
Investors enjoy a one-stop solution for managing properties and leasing them to the ideal target audience of doctors. They will also benefit from the developer’s efficient property management services, which allows these investors to focus on and grow other aspects of their investment portfolio. This one-stop solution makes the leasing process streamlined and convenient for both the investor and the tenant.
In addition, this is a boon for newbie investors who have had little to no experience in rental management — yet want to maximise the returns with little hassle.
Indeed, KL Wellness City’s focus on promoting wellness and community makes the medical suites an attractive option for doctors looking to set up a practice in Malaysia. Amenities that include fitness centres and green spaces further enhance the high-quality environment that prioritises wellness and a sense of community.
With this, investors can be confident that their investment in KL Wellness City’s medical suites can reach its full potential, generating long-term returns.
For those keen to add medical suites to their investment portfolio, especially in this era of growing interest in medical tourism and the ageing population, they can capitalise on current market trends. In addition, this can provide diversification, especially for investors who previously focused on other asset classes. Those mindful of responsible investing can also rest assured that their values are upheld by KL Wellness City’s sustainable smart framework.
Want to grab the opportunity to purchase medical units? Find out more about KL Wellness City — The Nobel Healthcare Park’s MedicalSuites at the KL Wellness City website.
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