I’m always excited to see Hyatt’s luxury portfolio expand, given the the value of World of Hyatt Globalist status, plus the ability to redeem points. I’ve written in the past about one of the most exciting properties in the Hyatt pipeline, at least for those of us who love hotels that are on very high floors.
There’s now an exciting update, as the hotel has officially opened as of today, and I can’t wait to check it out! This is the 50th Park Hyatt property worldwide, so that’s a major milestone as well.
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Basics of the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
The Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur has opened as of August 7, 2025. The hotel is located in Kuala Lumpur’s new Merdeka 118 building, which isn’t only the tallest skyscraper in the city, but the tallest building in all of Asia-Pacific.
We’ve seen a trend lately whereby so many hotels are on the lower floors of skyscrapers, though that’s not the case here. Instead, the hotel takes up the top 17 floors of the 118-story building. Suffice it to say that this hotel isn’t for those who are afraid of heights!
The Park Hyatt features 252 accommodations, including 28 suites and 30 residential apartments. Entry level rooms start at an impressive 570 square feet (53 square meters), while entry level suites start at 1,119 square feet (104 square meters).
All of the hotel’s dining outlets are located on one level, and these include Merdeka Grill (the signature lunch and dinner restaurant), Cacao Mixology & Chocolate (Kuala Lumpur’s highest bar), and Park Lounge (the all-day lounge serving breakfast, afternoon tea, and more).
The hotel has a floor dedicated to wellness, and includes a destination spa with six treatment rooms, a sauna, a steam room, a 30-meter indoor infinity pool, and a fitness center.
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur rates & points requirements
With the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur now open, what are rates like? For those redeeming points, this is a Category 5 World of Hyatt property, meaning a free night redemption in a standard room costs 17,000-23,000 points per night. Meanwhile a free night redemption in a standard suite costs 29,000-35,000 points per night.
Cash rates at the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur currently start at around 1,400 MYR (around 315 USD) per night, and that’s before taxes and fees.
If you are looking to book a cash stay here, I’d recommend doing so through the Hyatt Privé program, which offers extra perks like room upgrades, complimentary breakfast, and a hotel credit.
Kuala Lumpur is one of the best value luxury hotel markets in the world. The Park Hyatt is clearly trying to price itself at the very top end of the market, as most luxury hotels are bookable for well under $300 per night. I’m curious if the hotel can sustain these rates. This isn’t exactly a boutique property, so filling 250+ rooms at record high rates is no small task.
Is the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur the world’s highest hotel?
The Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur no doubt offers some of the world’s hotel rooms that are highest above ground level, though how does it compare to some of the other highest hotels in the world?
Many are probably familiar with the Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, which is on floors 102 through 118 of the International Commerce Centre. This hotel also occupies floors 102 through 118 of a building, which is kind of funny (a coincidence?). So you can expect the vantage to be very similar here (though Hong Kong has an exponentially more interesting skyline).
However, the Park Hyatt is actually higher up than the Ritz-Carlton, since the International Commerce Centre skips many floors (including floors ending in the number four), as the building is really “only” 108 floors. Specifically, the top floor of the Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong is 1,562 feet above the ground, while the top floor of the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur is 1,650 feet above the ground.
Either way, neither of those hotels are the highest up in the world. That title instead goes to the Rosewood Guangzhou, which tops out at 1,740 feet above the ground. Some may wonder how the Rosewood is higher up than the Park Hyatt, even though the Park Hyatt is in Asia-Pacific’s tallest building. It’s because Merdeka 118 has a spire that makes it the tallest building, and obviously that’s not usable space.
Bottom line
The Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur has now opened. The hotel is located on floors 102 through 118 of the Merdeka 118 building. Between Kuala Lumpur’s very reasonable rates for luxury hotels, plus how high up this hotel is, I can’t wait to visit.
What do you make of the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur?
Love KL, and trying to return each winter. I would say though that
(1) KL does not offer particularly stunning views from above, other than the twin towers, and there's just so many times you can adore those.
(2) Not at all a fan of any hotel requiring you to take two separate elevators to get to and from your room. The Grand Hyatt in KL was an absolute nightmare in that respect.
Love KL, and trying to return each winter. I would say though that
(1) KL does not offer particularly stunning views from above, other than the twin towers, and there's just so many times you can adore those.
(2) Not at all a fan of any hotel requiring you to take two separate elevators to get to and from your room. The Grand Hyatt in KL was an absolute nightmare in that respect.
(3) I hope there is also an outdoors pool because nobody enjoys sitting inside by the pool for more than they have to.
(4) Going back to the Grand Hyatt KL, as well as EQ, and others: these become an absolute weekend night magnet to the young hip local crowd. Nothing wrong about it, and I am happy for them, but not enjoyable if you're a hotel guest wanting to have a drink at the bar or just use the elevator. EQ is particularly bad
What about J Hotel Shanghai? It's also claiming to be the highest.
Not anymore.
Will be staying here in 7 weeks, can't wait. Going to KL just to stay here.
I confess I was so burned by Alila KL (rooms in terrible state, lobby leaking, breakfast choices meh and inconvenient to get to, girls grinding for IG photos where all the good view spots are, etc), I don’t see myself prioritizing this.
Same! Was so disappointed with the Alila KL: cheap rooms, cleanliness, etc.
It was a category 1 property(now 2). Not sure what you were expecting.
Kuala Lumpur is a secondary stop in SE Asia. It’s a cool place.
Is Kuala Lumpur worth a stop if going to Singapore or Indonesia? Anything exciting to do there?
Much more to do in Singapore but the luxury hotels were out of my budget . KL had luxury hotels for as low as $99 USD per night. Only a handful of things to do. An amusement park with over 100 types of birds and the batu caves . Shopping malls. The hawker stalls are on par with Singapore so good food. I really just wanted to fly Malaysian air. I’m more likely to go...
Much more to do in Singapore but the luxury hotels were out of my budget . KL had luxury hotels for as low as $99 USD per night. Only a handful of things to do. An amusement park with over 100 types of birds and the batu caves . Shopping malls. The hawker stalls are on par with Singapore so good food. I really just wanted to fly Malaysian air. I’m more likely to go back to Singapore and stay at a budget hotel and take the MRT to the raffles place area with all the attractions.
Glad to see it’s officially opened. I have a reservation next month and I’m looking forward to living in the clouds for a couple nights
Thanks for the update, but why do you quite the room price as $315 before taxes? Every guest has to pay these taxes. Since few of us know by head the taxes/fees of Malaysia, I think it’s more honest to quote the room rate all-in.
KL is a great city and the range of luxury hotels available at affordable prices is incredible. I wonder what this launch will do to prices in those other properties such as Banyan Tree, Four Seasons and Ritz Carlton?
Indeed a great value hotel market, but the Most overrated city in Asia. so disappointing on so many levels.
Not a singapore nor Bangkok.
Skip.
Bangkok and Singapore is overrated for those who fancy an authentic trully Asian experience. Jakarta, KL, Hanoi kept its authenticity much better due to lower tourist invasion and hence its much more unadulterated in experience.
Please stop editorializing titles. Huh: Whoa: Exciting: etc don't add anything that a reader can't conjure themselves.
Pretty exciting though ;)
I mean that is WAY up high
Agree, I’m pretty excited
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Matt doesn't pay Ben for opinions. Also, Matt doesn't pay Ben at all.
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