1/F 22A-B Jln Padang Belia, Brickfields, 012-345-7178. After exiting the Sentral KL Monorail Station or the Tun Sambathan Monorail Station, look for the YMCA. You will see a Seven-Eleven behind the YMCA, on Jln Padang Belia. Walk straight ahead on this road to shop #22 (past the Magnum, 4D Toto, and Restoran Yusof Ali). You will see a yellow shop with a huge orange signboard for Chakran (downstairs is a dental clinic). Use the side door to go upstairs. 1/F is reception, massage, body scrub, and showers. 2/F is the steam room, sauna, reading area, TV and resting room, and showers. 3/F has a beautiful rooftop garden with sheltered jacuzzi, plus day beds for resting and reading in a lush garden setting. Friendly staff and management keep up the high quality of this men's social club. Open from 2pm Mon-Thu, from noon Fri-Sun and public holidays. Closing is 11pm nightly.

Comments from Utopians:

"Chakran is one of the cleanest spas in town (except for occasional customers throwing towels on the floor). They get mostly professional customers." -- Benjamin, Mar 22, 2008

"I found an easier way to get here, close to the Tun Sambathan monorail. Right behind the YMCA is a 7-11 on Jln Padang Belia. Walk this road till shop no.22 with a big orange signboard. Downstairs is a klinik gigi (dentist). Consistently clean, cozy, and smells good. Garden on top has a jacuzzi and mandi rimba - very romantic and cozy with candles. Magazines and books to read. Free coffee (but no soft drinks or food). Managers are friendly. Mixed-race professional crowd - not predatory or overly aggressive. I like their ambience that connects people instead of just being a meat market. The management seems anxious to keep things within regulation. I guess the the consistent crowd there must like its conservative set-up. Me too." -- EzyMan, Mar 17, 2008

"Nice place. Clean, friendly and feels like home. However, no private rooms. The resting room next to the TV room is very open. The window blinds are too open, too. Should have more shower areas (either single shower or shared showers would be wonderful). Keep up the good job!" -- hothotmy, Jan 27, 2008

"I did get the chance to visit Chakran sauna and had a great time with the guys there - Asian and young." -- rredbull2, Nov 22, 2007

"Went to Chakran last Mon and it was great. Nothing much happens before 3pm, so it's best to go after that." -- papabear69, Oct 31, 2007

"I must say that Chakran is great. Clean, well thought out, nice people. They have a very large non-smoking area (smoking is only allowed on the roof top garden). It gets my vote for the best sauna." -- bear69, Aug 18, 2007

"Been to Chakran last week for the 1st time. Not bad, actually. Clean, spacious, and I certainly like the jacuzzi pool. Some action there too from those who dare. One dry and one wet sauna as well. Crowd wise, more like late 20s and above. Great hangout and relaxing atmosphere." -- MYHotStud, Jun 16, 2007

"I went last evening to Chakran with a friend and was suprised to see that there were a lot of people on a week night. I loved the jaccuzi on the rooftop. The whole place is very clean and it's quite cheap, just R$20." -- jaindon, Mar 21, 2007

"Everyone should support this place -- really nice new facilities, well maintained and clean. And most significantly it's a non-smoking place except for the rooftop area. Very nice addition to the KL scene." -- bear4unz, Sep 23, 2006

"Chakran has a clean and comfy environment. The crowd is younger and in better shape than those in Sentral. Busy normally in the afternoon after work. A bit disappointed that no private rooms and no safety kits are provided." -- vip, Sep 13, 2006 "What makes Chakran different from the rest is...the management keeps the place really clean, they provide towels and even shorts! There are no wet and smelly carpets. In addition, the sauna has a nice camphor smell (like saunas in Bangkok). It advocates a no-smoking policy inside the building (but there's designated smoking zone in the rooftop garden). There are no individual cabins, however the steam room and sauna are dark enough. The jacuzzi on the candle-lit rooftop garden is very nice at night. Chakran should attract professionals over 30y/o who want some peace and clean fun." -- cjaye, Mar 9, 2006

"Chakran is so comfy and nice and the crowd here is younger, too, vs the uncle and chubs at nearby Sentral. Highly recommended." -- alexbam, Mar 1, 2006

27-2 & 3 Jln Tun Sambanthan 4, 2260-6018. Same owners as Sentral, replacing their now-closed Bambusa. Facilities include a rain room, steam room, dark room, and Internet computers. Mostly mature crowd.

Comments from Utopians:

"Kind of difficult to find it as it has no sign hanging outsite. I called up to enquire and the staff was very friendly and helpful. It's clean and interesting. Especially the rain room." -- hothotmy, Jan 29, 2008

"The reception area is good. Sauna areas are not bad but could be improved because not much privacy. Lights in steam room and sauna should be darker. The crowd was chubby and mature." -- ilubbzz, Jan 4, 2008

"Largely a Chinese crowd at Senses. The rain room is definitely a turn-on for me. So many naked men within the confines of a small space. I leave the rest to your imagination..." -- ruff, Dec 5, 2007

"The staff are friendly, the rooms are okay, the sauna is also good. The shower rooms are the happening place. A nice place to chill ." -- sexguru, Sep 3, 2007

"Senses is new and clean. The place is also quiet and peaceful. Although it is small, you really can relax here. I paid R$20 for entrance." -- gold_exp, Jul 3, 2007

"Been to Senses twice already. Yeah, it is kinda crampy and the rain room is small (watch your step when you are inside -- I saw someone fall)." -- MYHotStud, Jun 17, 2007

"The place is kinda small and crampy but includes a wet and dry sauna and a rain room. My take is that Sentral is now positioned for chubs and Senses for uncles over 45yrs." -- alexbam, Jun 8, 2007

1/F Jln Thamby Pillai, Brickfields (next to Super Blind massage), 2260-1018. As you exit the Sentral KL Monorail Station, turn left and then left again immediately and walk 2 blocks behind the station. Turn right and walk along the restaurants and shops to the stairway up to Sentral Massage. Facilities include coffee area, satellite TV room, sauna, dim relaxing space and more. Very popular with masculine, mature men, chubs, and their admirers. A friendly mix of races. Skilled blind masseurs on hand. Open daily 11am-11pm.

Comments from Utopians:

"Despite an upgrade, most showers and don't work very well. It's smelly and dirty and people still smoke everywere. Naked guys walking around with lit cigarettes. Never again!" -- lustysnake, Feb 10, 2008

"So sorry to say that Sentral sauna is going down. There is serious hygienic concern there. A big effort is needed to re-organize the place to keep up the standards. Hopefully things will get better." -- hothotmy, Jan 29, 2008

"Was in Sentral a few days ago. Though it's renovated and looks much better, there is smoking all over the place and the guys that are there...well apart from smokers breath, they also have bad body odour!" -- papabear69, Dec 8, 2007

"I was here on Fri and it was crowded. Sentral seems to draw more Malays. I agree that smoking is indeed a problem. Every other person seems to be smoking away. " -- ruff, Dec 5, 2007

"I must say that the place is not very clean. The smell of cigarette smoke lingers in the air. To compund matters people smoke everywhere, from the lockers to outside the sauna and steam room." -- bear69, Mar 6, 2007

"Went to Sentral on Sun afternoon. It was unbelievable, so crowded. A lot of chubs and uncles. There is a lot of fun in the dark room and the steam room was fully packed. I couldn't even squeeze myself in and the heat inside is really higher than it should be. If you like to be a 'sandwich' in the steam room, then you'll have a really a good time." -- gold_exp, Nov 29, 2006

BUKIT BINTANG / KL CITY CENTER

Bukit Bintang is jammed with bustling shopping centers, restaurants and many of KL's popular hotels which are right in the center of the action. The neighborhood is easy to navigate using our Utopia map:

1/F 40-6A Jln Sultan Ismail (see map, diagonally opposite Blue Boy disco), Bukit Bintang, 2144-9648, email. Facing the Regent Hotel, go down the alley on the left side of the hotel, two short blocks, passing the open air cafe and tables on the left. You will see a row of shophouses in front of you and Day Thermos' signboard is visible just to the right. This friendly and clean sauna is right in the heart of the tourist area. 1/F facilities include a small, well-maintained gym, free Net access, showers, dry sauna, and a U-shaped steam room. 2/F has massage rooms, a TV lounge, relaxing area, cabins and maze. Nicely decorated and a homey feel about the place. Crowd is all ages and mixed races. Very foreign-friendly due to the great location. Drinks are for sale at the reception desk. Helpful staff.

CHERAS

2/F 109-2, Jln Cerapu 1, 9282-5303, 016-324-8723, email. Tell the taxi to go to the Manara PGRM Bld (very tall) and then turn left into the shophouse complex just after the PGRM and before the 7/11. Get out here and then walk to the last lane curving to the right. Look up here and you will see footprint graphics on the top floor windows and that is Kakiku. Take the stairway with the small carved wooden letters spelling Kakiku up on the first landing. Gay-owned and managed massage, gym, sauna and spa. Large (8,000 square feet) facilities include steam room, jacuzzi, 11 spacious massage rooms, 2 VIP rooms for foam massage with private jacuzzi/bath, safari room with outdoor jungle theme, cable TV, broadband Net access, rest lounges, outdoor "rain" shower. Kakiku means "my feet" and they also have masseurs who do quite a bit of foot reflexology and shoulder massage in addition to foam, body, "sensitive", and Indonesian style massage. Utopia Member Discount

Comments from Utopians:

"Kakiku has added a jacuzzi where you can be naked together with other guys. As usual on weekend nites, foam parties and special functions are on. Try the foam party if you want to be wet with a group of nice guys! Try the 'special function' if you are shy as it was quite dim inside. One of the hotspots in KL nowadays. Catch it up!" -- younggun80, Feb 15, 2008

"Kakiku continues to reinvent itself, adding a huge jacuzzi and giving iteself a general facelift. The owners continue to invest and keep the customers happy. The weekend usually starts with a great crazy wet naked foam party at 8pm, followed by a dry, naked mad dark room cruise at 9pm. The staff there announce and lead on. Whether you like it wet or dry or wild or mad, gosh they have it. The cleanliness and the hygiene of the place is an attraction to me." -- alexbam, Jan 12, 2008

"I visited Kakiku a few weeks ago on their Sat event. I had a great time in this well-managed place. The foam party was thrilling and the nude night exciting, all in the company of a good crowd." -- steven_g, Dec 15, 2007

"I like Kakiku because it is clean and well run, but the new restaurant next door is clearly affecting the flow of customers on weekend nites. Too bad." -- lustysnake, Oct 30, 2007

"I do not fancy going to saunas much, but I really have to say a 'job well done' to Kakiku. Atmosphere is great, place is quite well kept...had a great time with my friends there. Kudos!" -- premium_jay, Mar 19, 2007

"I am a frequent customer of Kakiku, which has been newly renovated. Nice staff, clean facilities and you get free drinks on weekdays. They even provide snacks if you are hungry. If you wanna have fun, try to go one weekend. People here are very daring. Especially in the foam room (you don't have to be shy as you can't really see too clearly). Their special functions are limited to certain hours, so enquire. It's only R$20 everyday!" -- pjchiguy80, Nov 28, 2006

"Been to Kakiku two consecutive weeks. Love the place. Nice 'n cozy, especially the two jacuzzis. Friendly staff. Basically patrons are Chinese, under 40." -- MYHotStud, Nov 4, 2006

CHOW KIT

1/F 7a Jln Ipoh Kechil (off Jln Raja Laut), 4044-3369, email. Only a couple blocks away form the Chow Kit Monorail Station, Star PWTC LRT station, and KTM Putra commuter train station. The nearest taxi landmark is the Grand Central Hotel. Walk up the lane, with the hotel entrance on your left, to the last block of shophouses on your right. Just past the karaoke pub is the stairway up to Otot². If you hit the stairway to PT Foundation, Malaysia's GLBT AIDS outreach offices (marked with a large pink triangle), then you've gone just a bit too far. The name means "muscles" in Malay and is also a naughty play on the Malay notion that something else is a muscle, too. The decor and design is beautiful (it retains a bit of the comfort and charm of the original Babylon in Bangkok). Large gym with modern equipment, aerobics room (yoga and body pump classes are also on offer), coffee area, satellite TV room and lockers are on the reception level. 2/F (which is open to the sky) has seating areas with lots of potted shrubs, a beautiful and private jacuzzi area, showers, a steam room and a large, dark resting area. Open 5pm-midnight weekdays and 1pm-midnight weekends and holidays. All ages and races make this a truly international men's facility.

Comments from Utopians:

"Go to OTOT² on a Sun after 7pm. You will meet nice people there. Try the various rooms before you decide what you prefer. If you are new, you can let others take the initiative. The dark mazes are best for that, or the back part of the steam room. Enjoy." -- lustysnake, Feb 10, 2008

"OTOT² is a fabulous spot - with plenty of clean eye candy in the imaginatively set out showers. They have a very nice rooftop garden area. The two days I was there the staff produced free tea and coffee at 9pm. Mixed crowd, tourists seemed to be welcome." -- wtraveller, Jan 14, 2008

"OTOT² reminded me of Babylon in Bangkok, and it was every bit as enjoyable. Nice facilities, nice people." -- steven_g, Oct 29, 2006

"Clean and well maintained sauna. Crowd-wise, late 20-40s, with some 50s. More Malay and Indians compared to Mandi Manda with about a third being Chinese. Overall, I like the cleanliness and the crowd there -- friendly and spontaneous. Highly recommended." -- alexbam, Sep 1, 2006

"Went to Otot-otot yesterday. There has been an upgrade to their facilities. Now you can relax in a dark room with a bed for resting. The TV room has also gotten bigger. New massage pool (before that they had just a hot pool). But entrance fees have also upgraded to R$25. But the place feels good and you can enjoy more facilities now." -- Nic_, Feb 15, 2006

JALAN IPOH

No. 344 & 346 Jln Ipoh 2 ½ Miles (entry is in the alley behind the shophouses), 4043-8088, email. About 15 minutes walk from the Titiwangsa Monorail Station along Jln Ipoh. Look for a Shell petrol station on your left, followed by an Indian Temple and then an overhead bridge. Take the next alley on your left to the rear of the shophouses. There is an empty lot for parking. Look for the rear entrance to Mclub and climb up one flight of stairs. As you enter you will be greeted by welcoming staff at the reception counter. There is a café for casual dining and an Internet area. G/F has lockers and shower area, steam room, gym, dry sauna, and an outdoor garden. 1/F, which is also called the Japanese floor, has private rooms, Japanese bathing area, and a dark room retreat. 2/F offers a reading area, more lockers and shower area, private rooms, and a TV lounge. 3/F offers yet more lockers and shower area and a double-decker shared room. At the very top is a roof garden. Open 24-hours. Crowd is a mix of ages and races, but more mature. Utopia Member Discount

Comments from Utopians:

"Visited the Mclub on Sat. Membership fee was R$10, entrance fee was R$25. I was asked to fill in a form with my name, identity card number, address, etc. I wrote my English name only, filled in an e-mail address in the address column and it was accepted as-is. It is not a new facility like Kakiku, but its age gives the place atmosphere. The crowd was mainly Chinese and Malay. It is worth a visit." -- yinghuantang, Mar 26, 2007

OLD KLANG ROAD / TAMAN DESA

31 Jln 109E, Desa Business Park, Taman Desa, 7980-3900. In the center of the second block of shophouses up the drive just next to the Fire Station on the corner of Jln Kelang Lama and Taman Desa. No sign, so look for a glass door with large wood handles. To ensure privacy the owners have chosen a quiet corner overlooking garden greenery in Taman Desa. "Mandi beramai ramai sambil bersuka ria" means bathing together while enjoying pleasures -- aptly describing this world-class men's spa. Three levels of sleek modern spaces are run by friendly staff and populated by men who share the same passions and tastes in life. Facilities include security-monitored lockers, dry sauna, huge steam room maze, rain showers, dry and wet toilets, TV/Net lounge, private cabins that lead to a maze and group activity room, and café.

Comments from Utopians:

"Mandi Manda, from my experience, has Malay twinks in the dark rooms." -- Fip, May 2, 2008

"Mandi Manda is just awesome! They have theme nights called Party Nudo on Sat and Speedo Sunday on the following night." -- badinc, May 24, 2007

"All the smooth Asian twinks that I have ever missed in other saunas I met here in an active crowd that kept me completely engaged in the dark areas. I finally know how it is in paradise!" -- steven_g, Oct 29, 2006

"Came here last nite for the 1st time. Was kinda impressed with the reception and changing area. For those who wonder where the place is, just turn into Taman Desa and immediately you will see a bomba (fire station). Turn left immediately after the bomba. Look for two panel glass doors with long wooden handles (pull to open, not push). 1/F has a steam room and sauna (steam room was much better). They also have shower cubicles on this floor. 2/F has a cafeteria and also a section where one needs to take off their towels to go into a dark, gloomy maze (not really that impressive for me). Spent most time in the steam room. For R$25 it is a worthwhile to visit." -- MYHotStud, Sep 3, 2006

"I went to Mandi Manda two weeks ago. I was there 3 days in a row. I must say the place is getting more and more popular." -- ooich, May 9, 2006

"Went to Mandi Manda last Sun...They have a spacious cafe...plus point. Dark room...zig zag here-n-there...too dark...and cold....need to improve on that. Check it out!" -- DL, Jan 15, 2006

PETALING JAYA / KELANA JAYA

2/F, 29-B Jln SS 24/11, Taman Megah, 016-209-3935, 012-344-3318. Along the same stretch as RHB Bank, directly opposite the Futsal Centre. Steam, sauna, Japanese style pool. Utopia Member Discount

Comments from Utopians:

"Visited Steam Works and it was fun. Nice place, but small and not easy to find. Seems like the guys there are very shy initially but wild later into the evening. The counter guy was very helpful in providing info about gay places. I will visit again." -- maner, Aug 28, 2007

"About 15 minutes walk from the Kelana Jaya Putra Station. Steam Works directly faces the Futsal Centre (left hand side of RHB). This place is CCTV monitored by the owner, so no worries. Went on Sat around 7pm but there were only four other people. What a letdown. Entree was R$20. They also have movies so at least there was something to entertain me during my stay here." -- MYHotStud, Sep 18, 2006

SETAPAK

187-2 Jln Genting Klang, Setapak. Utopia Member Discount

Comments from Utopians:

"The last time I was here it was raining heavily, but there were a few nice guys around. It was madness as we were actually having fun under the direct rain. Unforgettable for me and I will be going there again - on a rainy night." -- maner, Sep 4, 2007

"Now they have provided a dark room for customers and open movies every day. Check it out!" -- Nic_, Sep 13, 2006

"Celsius is spartan, with just a steam room, open air showers, plus TV and dark rooms. Relatively unchanged from what it was one year ago. Crowd-wise, few and very quiet. At my last visit there were no signs of TAR college students at all. It needs some other additions to make it an interesting cruising spot. It feels like someone's apartment." -- Alexbam, Sep 8, 2006