Le Méridien Putrajaya Brings the Au Soleil Summer State of Mind to Malaysia

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Le Méridien Putrajaya is rewriting what a local escape looks like

Who says summer has to end? At Le Méridien Putrajaya, the sunshine is still going strong and it’s bringing poolside cocktails, creamy gelato, and Côte d’Azur energy right into the heart of Malaysia.

Just 30 minutes from KL, Le Méridien Putrajaya has unveiled its brand-new Poolside Bar as part of the global Au Soleil programme — an experience inspired by the chic, carefree spirit of European summers. Think rosé at golden hour, creative weekend workshops, and spritzes served with a side of sunset. Whether you’re checking in for a staycay or just stopping by for a day of lounging, this sun-soaked escape checks all the right boxes.

A modern hotel room at Le Méridien Putrajaya featuring two twin beds with white bedding, a contemporary chair, and artwork on the walls, with a view of greenery outside the large window.

A colorful poolside setting featuring a refreshing cocktail in a glass with an orange slice, resting on a yellow inflatable ring. Nearby, there are servings of fried chicken, nachos with toppings, and a fresh salad in biodegradable containers.

Step onto the pool deck and you’ll see what we mean. With rattan accents, tropical greenery, and a view that lights up at golden hour, the new Poolside Bar is all about easy, breezy indulgence. Guests on the Au Soleil stay package can enjoy daily breakfast, welcome drinks (yes, rosé), and a cocktail or mocktail by the pool, best sipped while you’re sunk deep into a lounger with nowhere to be.

It’s the kind of setting that makes you slow down, and forget you’re still in the city.

An assortment of colorful desserts and snacks arranged on a bright yellow surface, featuring a creamy dessert, fruit cups, fruit skewers, and macarons, garnished with edible flowers.

Three vibrant orange cocktails served in glasses with 'Au Soleil' branding, placed on a wooden tray, with decorative elements and a blurred background.

What’s a summer escape without something sweet? Enter Le Scoop, Le Méridien’s very own gelato brand. Served fresh from a cart right by the pool, these scoops taste like sunshine. Feeling extra? You can even order floating cocktail trays, because why not?

But it doesn’t stop at lounging. From now until 30 September, weekends at Le Méridien Putrajaya are stacked with activities that bring the whole Au Soleil mood to life: think pool parties, creative workshops like coffee art and bottle painting, and even Malaysia’s first Au Soleil Coffee Party. There’s also poolside pickleball, oversized Jenga, and a line-up of games that make doing nothing feel like the best plan ever.

Three women engaged in a creative activity at a table, surrounded by art materials and decorative items, inside a brightly colored venue.

Colorful painted glass bottles displayed on a table, with a sign promoting a creative activity titled 'Bottle Your Summer!' featuring arts and crafts supplies.

Le Méridien Putrajaya has nailed the art of the local escape, giving you that stylish, sun-drenched, “I’m on holiday” feeling, minus the long-haul flight. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or just craving a change of scenery, it’s the kind of place where time slows down and every detail feels curated to help you unwind.

So no, summer isn’t over. Not even close. Spritz, scoop, and stretch out your golden hour escape at Le Méridien Putrajaya, now through 30 September 2025.

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