The short answer
MABA Suitez sits on Jalan Hang Jebat, about 118m (a 2-minute walk) from Merdeka 118 and about 160m from Merdeka MRT, with Plaza Rakyat LRT within walking distance. Petaling Street is about 240m away and Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur about 143m. It is one of the most car-free addresses in Kuala Lumpur, in an older, denser part of the city centre with heritage streets, food and markets. Distances are from the developer's sales kit, and completion is 60 months from APDL, with a 2031 target reported.
Quick facts
- Merdeka 118 and 118 Mall: about 118m, a 2-minute walk
- Merdeka MRT (KG17): about 160m, a 2-minute walk
- Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur: about 143m
- Petaling Street: about 240m, a 3-minute walk
- Plaza Rakyat LRT: within walking distance
- From Merdeka MRT: 1 stop to Bukit Bintang, 2 stops to TRX
Most articles about Merdeka 118 are about the tower. This one is about the street around it: what a person living at MABA Suitez, on Jalan Hang Jebat directly opposite the precinct, could reach on foot or by train. Distances come from the developer's sales kit. MABA Suitez is still under construction, so treat this as a picture of the neighbourhood as it is planned and used today.
The precinct next door
Merdeka 118 stands at 678.9m across 118 floors and is recognised as the world's second-tallest building. It was inaugurated in January 2024 and its Park Hyatt hotel opened to guests in August 2025. Its 118 Mall retail podium was scheduled to open in August 2026, so check its current status and opening hours when you visit. For the buying side of the story, see property near Merdeka 118: what is actually for sale.
Getting around without a car
This is the main reason a central address appeals. Merdeka MRT (KG17) is about 160m from MABA Suitez, and Plaza Rakyat LRT is within walking distance. On the MRT Kajang Line, Merdeka is 1 stop from Pasar Seni and Bukit Bintang, and 2 stops from Muzium Negara (for KL Sentral) and TRX. Someone living here could commute by rail and run errands on foot. Walk the route to the MRT in the heat and rain before you decide.
| Destination | Distance |
|---|---|
| Menara Merdeka Maybank (Merdeka 118) and 118 Mall | 118m · 2-min walk |
| Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur | 143m |
| Merdeka MRT (KG17) | 160m · 2-min walk |
| Petaling Street | 240m · 3-min walk |
| Merdeka Square (Dataran Merdeka) | 1.2km |
| KL Tower, Perdana Botanical Garden, Pavilion KL | about 2km |
| Tun Razak Exchange (TRX) | 2.5km |
| Suria KLCC | 2.8km |
What surrounds it
Petaling Street, Central Market, REXKL, Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, Kwai Chai Hong and Stadium Merdeka are all around the site. It is an older, denser part of Kuala Lumpur than the KLCC side of the Golden Triangle, with heritage streets, food and markets alongside the new towers. That mix is a draw for some buyers and a compromise for others, because a lively neighbourhood also means traffic, crowds and event-day noise near a stadium.
What is inside the development
MABA Suitez has 914 units in two towers of 54 and 50 storeys on the former 1.328-acre Wisma MABA site: 323 sq ft office suites, 484 sq ft 1+1 serviced apartments and 657 sq ft dual-key units. It is a joint venture between EXSIM and the Malaysian Basketball Association, which is moving its office into the development, with a basketball court on Level 6. The podium also has a gym and a coworking lounge, and the ground floor has retail and a food court. Full details are on the MABA Suitez project page.
What to check on a site visit
- Visit at three times: a weekday morning, a weekday evening rush hour, and an event day if there is one at Stadium Merdeka.
- Walk from the site to Merdeka MRT and to Plaza Rakyat LRT.
- Look at the traffic on Jalan Hang Jebat, the noise level, and where you would buy groceries.
- Ask for the current price list, the tenure documents (the project is leasehold) and the expected handover date.
Is it for you?
If you want a small, central home that works without a car, a landmark address and a lively neighbourhood, this location is hard to replicate. If you want quiet, green space or a large family home, it is probably the wrong fit. The Type A vs B vs C guide covers the unit types and official prices.
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Frequently asked questions
What is near MABA Suitez?
According to EXSIM's sales kit, MABA Suitez is about 118m (a 2-minute walk) from Merdeka 118 and about 160m from Merdeka MRT (KG17). Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur is about 143m away and Petaling Street about 240m. Plaza Rakyat LRT is within walking distance, and Central Market, REXKL and Stadium Merdeka are also nearby.
Can you live near Merdeka 118 without a car?
It is one of the most car-free addresses in Kuala Lumpur, with Merdeka MRT about 160m away, a 2-minute walk, and Plaza Rakyat LRT within walking distance. From Merdeka MRT it is 1 stop to Bukit Bintang and 2 stops to TRX.
Is 118 Mall open?
118 Mall, the retail podium at Merdeka 118, was scheduled to open in August 2026. Check its current status and hours before you visit.
What is the closest residential project to Merdeka 118?
MABA Suitez, a joint venture between EXSIM and the Malaysian Basketball Association, sits on Jalan Hang Jebat about 118m from Merdeka 118, roughly a 2-minute walk.
When will MABA Suitez be ready?
Groundbreaking was held on 30 November 2025, and completion is 60 months from APDL, with a 2031 target reported. Booking opened on 8 October 2026, with estimated prices from RM699,000.
