In short: 118 Mall at Merdeka 118 is reported to open this weekend (31 October 2026 onward), a short walk from Merdeka MRT (KG17). Directly opposite the tower is MABA Suitez, an EXSIM and MABA leasehold development of 914 units on Jalan Hang Jebat, with estimated prices from RM699,000 and booking open since 8 October 2026. Confirm the mall's opening hours on its official channels and read the investment checks below before you book.
Getting to Merdeka 118 and 118 Mall
- By MRT: Merdeka station (KG17) is about 160 m away, a 2-minute walk. It is 1 stop to Bukit Bintang and 2 stops to TRX on the same line.
- On foot from the old city: Petaling Street is about 240 m (3 minutes) and Merdeka Square is a short walk, so most visitors combine the mall with the heritage core.
- Expect crowds: opening weekends are busy. Travelling by MRT avoids the car-park queue, and the area around Jalan Hang Jebat and Jalan Tun Tan Cheng Lock may be congested.
For distances to the hotel, the old town and the stations, see living near Merdeka 118.
What is inside Merdeka 118
- The tower: 678.9 m and 118 floors, renamed Menara Merdeka Maybank on 28 July 2026. PNB owns it and Maybank leases about 33 floors.
- 118 Mall (podium): seven floors and more than 300 shops under an 88 m glass dome, plus a floor for Malaysian crafts, designers and local food.
- Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur: about 200 rooms with a pool on level 99, opened in August 2025.
- The View at 118: the observation deck. Check ticketing and hours before you visit.
The full walkthrough, with ownership and floor-by-floor detail, is in what is inside Merdeka 118.
The EXSIM project opposite Merdeka 118: MABA Suitez
If you are walking past the site on Jalan Hang Jebat, this is the development with the hoarding opposite the tower. Here are the facts from the developer's material, as shown on our MABA Suitez page.
| Type | Size and layout | Estimated price (gross) |
|---|---|---|
| Type A | 323 sq ft office suite, studio | RM699,000 to RM872,500 |
| Type B | 484 sq ft, 1+1 rooms | From about RM1.13M |
| Type C | 657 sq ft dual-key serviced apartment | From about RM1.51M |
Source: the developer's sales kit and our MABA Suitez page. Prices are estimated, gross list prices that vary by floor and facing, and the official price list at booking governs. Leasehold; 914 units in two towers of 54 and 50 storeys; completion 60 months from the APDL; booking opened 8 October 2026.
Merdeka 118 property: what to check before you treat it as an investment
- Tenure and title. MABA Suitez is leasehold, and Type A is an office suite. Both can change the loan margin, resale pool and holding rules, so ask in writing. See MABA Suitez freehold or leasehold.
- Which unit. Compare sizes, price per sq ft and who each unit suits in Type A vs B vs C.
- The wait. Completion is 60 months after the APDL, so you carry progress payments for years before you can use or rent the unit. The estimated instalment on the lowest-priced unit is about RM2,790 a month at a 90% loan over 35 years at 4%, an illustration and not a bank offer.
- Foreign buyers. Kuala Lumpur's RM1 million minimum applies. See can foreigners buy MABA Suitez.
- Alternatives. A freehold option nearby is compared in Phoeniz Suites vs MABA Suitez, and the wider list is in property near Merdeka 118.
This is information, not advice. Returns are not guaranteed, and our pages quote developer material that may change.
More EXSIM projects
EXSIM has launches across Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Johor and Penang. See every project on the EXSIM developer page and compare them with the Kuala Lumpur hub.
Frequently asked questions
Is 118 Mall open?
118 Mall is reported to open its doors this weekend, from 31 October 2026. Earlier reports pointed to August and November 2026 and the date has moved before, so confirm opening hours, which floors are open and any event access on the mall's official channels before you travel.
How do I get to 118 Mall and Merdeka 118 by MRT?
Take the MRT Kajang line to Merdeka station (KG17), which is about 160 m from the site, roughly a 2-minute walk, according to our Merdeka 118 area guide. From Merdeka it is 1 stop to Bukit Bintang and 2 stops to TRX.
Which EXSIM project is near Merdeka 118?
MABA Suitez (also written MABA Suites), an EXSIM and MABA joint venture on Jalan Hang Jebat, directly opposite Merdeka 118 and about 160 m from Merdeka MRT. It has 914 units in two towers of 54 and 50 storeys.
How much is MABA Suitez next to Merdeka 118?
Estimated prices run from RM699,000 to RM1,546,200 (about RM2,164 to RM2,701 per sq ft) by unit type and floor: Type A (323 sq ft office suite) from RM699,000, Type B (484 sq ft, 1+1 rooms) and Type C (657 sq ft dual-key serviced apartment) above that. Final prices are on the official price list at booking, so WhatsApp us for the current list.
Is MABA Suitez freehold or leasehold?
Leasehold, according to the developer's sales kit. Ask for the lease term in writing, because it affects loans and resale; our freehold or leasehold guide explains the questions to ask.
When will MABA Suitez be completed?
The developer states completion 60 months after obtaining the APDL (advertising permit and developer's licence). Media coverage at the November 2025 groundbreaking reported a 2031 completion target, so treat dates as estimates. Booking opened on 8 October 2026.
Is Merdeka 118 property a good investment?
We do not give investment advice and no return is guaranteed. What you can check: tenure (leasehold or freehold), unit type and title (Type A is an office suite), the price per sq ft against nearby projects, the completion date and your holding cost, the walking distance to Merdeka MRT, and how the mall and hotel traffic affects day-to-day noise and access. Compare projects side by side on our KL hub before you decide.
Can foreigners buy MABA Suitez?
Foreign buyers must meet Kuala Lumpur's RM1 million minimum price and obtain approval. Types B and C clear the RM1 million line on estimated prices; Type A does not. Read our foreigner guide for stamp duty and approval steps, and confirm the rules at the time you book.
Can I see the show unit or the site this weekend?
The developer provides a 360 degree virtual tour with show-unit walkthroughs of Types A, B and C on our MABA Suitez page. For a physical viewing or the sales gallery location and hours, WhatsApp us and we will confirm with the sales team.