Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Honors Malaysian Craftsmanship

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Located atop the Merdeka 118 tower, the newly opened Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur marks the debut of the Park Hyatt brand in Malaysia.

Designed by G.A Group, the contemporary hotel draws from the warmth and spirit of a traditional Malay kampung house. Batik, wood carving, songket, and weaving appear throughout the hotel, while details—such as brass basket-weave tiles, patterned stone floors, ceramic relief columns, and rattan lighting—further deepen its connection to local artistry.

Park Lounge

An arrival experience in the sky

Guests ascend from a bright, open arrival area to a veranda-inspired setting on the third floor, evoking a rumah panggung, an archetypal Malay house elevated on stilts. Timber shutters pivot to filter light throughout the day, while brass detailing adds warmth.

On the 75th floor, the reception area—conceived as the “porch” of the house—serves as the hotel’s social heart, defined by a natural palette, double-height brass batik screens, and panoramic city views.

Three distinct dining venues flow seamlessly from this level: the Park Lounge, featuring Peranakan-inspired red tiles and views into an open kitchen; the Merdeka Grill, where silver travertine and dark ribbed walls create a dramatic ambiance; and the Cacao Bar, defined by amazonite stone, timber shutters, and a sculptural ceiling.

Rooms at Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur

Guestrooms and suites, beginning 100 stories above the city, are designed as serene sanctuaries. Each room features a modern interpretation of a veranda with a daybed overlooking panoramic views.

Brass accents, linen wall panels, and batik-inspired screen doors create a refined yet grounded atmosphere, while flexible shutters connect living and bathing areas in a nod to Kampung architecture.

Park Suite

Malaysian tradition continues at the spa

On the 99th floor, the spa offers a minimalist retreat with corridors and archways that recall the five-foot way—commonly found in Malaysian shophouse architecture—while mesh screens and traditional motifs evoke calm and elegance against sweeping views of the city below.

“We wanted guests to feel a genuine connection to Malaysia—especially to Kuala Lumpur,” says Corinna Galdies, director at GA Group. “The interiors needed a contemporary edge and a sense of clarity, something light and airy. After all, our guestrooms begin 100 stories above the city. At the same time, as Park Hyatt prides itself on offering its guests the experience of being in a home, we wanted to capture the essence of a traditional Malay home, interpreted in a clean, modernist way.”