Did you know that the first ever Watsons store that opened in Malaysia was not in Kuala Lumpur but in Holiday Plaza, Johor Bahru back in 1994?! Fast forward 26 years later, Watsons Malaysia has grown to become the leading healthy and beauty retailer in the country, with over 550 stores (and counting!) across the nation!
On top of that, there are several Watsons stores that are completely unique and they’re scattered around Malaysia in a few states—some boast a conceptual look and feel that’s Insta-worthy, while others are milestone markers worth visiting for nostalgic reasons!
It’s time to add these unique Watsons stores on your bucket list and plus, since it’s cuti-cuti Malaysia season, what better time to explore these super chun outlets than now? Faster jio your friends and bring them along too!
WATSONS STORE WITH THE BIGGEST PRODUCT SELECTIONS IN MALAYSIA – Watsons Mid Valley Southkey, Johor Bahru & Watsons Sunway Pyramid, Selangor!
Ever wondered which is the biggest Watsons store in Malaysia? Well, well, there’s not just one but two of them! Whether you’re residing in the Klang Valley or Johor Bahru, there’s a Watsons store with an extra-large space that you can step into and they’re the outlets in Sunway Pyramid measuring 4843 square feet and in Mid Valley Southkey measuring 6855.5 square feet.
- Mid Valley Southkey Address: LG 36 & LG 37, Lower Ground Floor, The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey, No. 1, Persiaran Southkey 1, Kota Southkey, 80150, Johor Bahru, Johor
- Operating hours: 10am – 10pm daily
- Sunway Pyramid Address: LG 2-67 & LG 2-68, Lower Ground Floor, Sunway Pyramid, No. 3, Jalan PJS 11/15, Bandar Sunway, 46150, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
- Operating hours: 10am – 10pm daily
OLDEST WATSONS STORE IN MALAYSIA – Watsons Holiday Plaza, Johor Bahru
The first Watsons store debuted in Johor in 1994 and if you want to visit that very outlet which made history, a road trip is in order! It’s situated in Holiday Plaza to be exact, one of Johor’s oldest plazas and longest shopping centres.
- Address: G-8, Ground Floor, Holiday Plaza, Jalan Dato’ Sulaiman, Century Garden, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80250, Johor Bahru, Johor
- Operating hours: 10am – 10pm daily
HIGHEST LOCATED WATSONS STORE IN MALAYSIA – Watsons Sky Avenue, Genting Highlands
Prefer heading somewhere chilly like Genting Highlands for a little break? Fret not, there’s a Watsons store near you too, and it sits pretty high in the sky—we’re talking a whopping 1,865 metres above sea level! So bring your warm clothes when going there!
- Address: T2C-01G, Level T2C, Sky Avenue, Resorts World Genting, 69000, Genting Highlands, Pahang
- Operating hours: 6am – 12am daily
SPECIALIZED WATSONS STORE – Watsons Health Nu Sentral, Kuala Lumpur
Consider this extra special Watsons Health store in Nu Sentral your one-stop shop that has got all your health and pharmaceutical needs covered! From having a wide range of supplements in stock, to getting prescribed medications and even a consultation with a health specialist over the counter, you can do everything with ease at this convenient and central (pun not intended, okay?) location.
- Address: LG41, Lower Ground Floor, Nu Sentral, Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, 50470, Kuala Lumpur
- Operating hours: 10am – 10pm daily
MOST SUSTAINABLY-DESIGNED WATSONS STORE – Watsons Central i-City, Shah Alam
Just like our theme colour, this Watsons store has gone green and earned the title of “most sustainable outlet” thanks to its use of environmentally-friendly materials to build the space. The premium concept store also incorporates innovative technology like Augmented Reality and a skin analysis device to offer customers a fun and engaging shopping experience. Speaking of fun, here’s another fun fact: Watsons i-City is not only Malaysia’s 500th store, but also the brand’s 15,000th global store!
- Address: LG 44, LG 55 & LG 56, Lower Ground Floor, Central i-City, No. 1, Persiaran Multimedia, Seksyen 7, 40000, Shah Alam, Selangor
- Operating hours: 10am – 10pm daily
MODERN MEETS TRADITIONAL – Watsons Jonker Street, Melaka
Nestled along Melaka’s famous Jonker street is a truly unique Watsons store that will earn you those double taps on the ‘gram. With a striking facade that’s a juxtaposition of old and new, this store stands out among the rest because its modern signage is incorporated into the existing traditional heritage building, thus bringing out a charming retro aesthetic. #Throwback feels for reals!
- Address: No. 49, Jalan Hang Jebat, 75200, Melaka
- Operating hours: 10am – 10pm daily
INSTA-WORTHY STORE – Watsons Pavilion, Kuala Lumpur
It’s only fitting that the Watsons outlet located in the golden triangle of Kuala Lumpur is designed to match the beat of the city—with the addition of colourful lighting from floor to ceiling. With warm tones of neon-like lights filling the store, it’s definitely a #mood if you ask us!
- Address: L1.35, Level 1, Pavilion Kuala Lumpur Shopping Mall, Jalan Bukit Bintang, 55100, Kuala Lumpur
- Operating hours: 10am – 10pm daily
INSTA-WORTHY STORE PART 2 – Watsons Mid Valley South Key, Johor Bahru
If you are looking for more reason to visit Watsons Mid Valley South Key other than being the biggest Watsons store in Malaysia, stop by the Natural by Watsons BIGGER-THAN-LIFE bird cage! Remember to snap few pics for the Gram around and inside the cage too!
- Mid Valley Southkey Address: LG 36 & LG 37, Lower Ground Floor, The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey, No. 1, Persiaran Southkey 1, Kota Southkey, 80150, Johor Bahru, Johor
- Operating hours: 10am – 10pm daily
And there you have it! All the coolest, most unique and interesting Watsons outlets across the nation. Didn’t know they existed, leh? Now that you know where they’re all located, which one will you be visiting first? Don’t say we bojio!
