Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur Makes Its Debut – Experience the City Like Never Before!

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By: Balqis Ariffin
January 27, 2025

Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur has made its grand debut, officially opening its doors on December 18th, 2024.

Nestled near the iconic Kuala Lumpur Twin Towers and KL Tower, the hotel invites guests to discover Malaysia’s cultural heritage through immersive spaces and curated experiences.

“As we open our doors, we’re thrilled to introduce Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur as a launchpad for local creatives and global explorers to discover the history, culture, art, culinary scene and the people that make this vibrant city,” said Chikako Shimizu, General Manager of Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur. “Our guests can think of us as their  ‘kawan,’ or local bestie, with a passion here to connect guests with authentic experiences, helping them explore beyond the typical tourist trails and create shareable moments within our community.” 

Featuring 312 rooms, Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur offers a selection of guest rooms and suites, along with a variety of facilities, including an open-air infinity saltwater pool overlooking the city skyline, a 24-hour fitness centre, and restaurants that promise a gastronomic adventure. Designed by Silverfox Studios, each room features spacious interiors with a warm color palette, accentuated by décor that pays homage to Kuala Lumpur’s history, seamlessly blending modern and traditional influences.

From left to right: ⁠Mr. Manfred Weber, Director – Property Management, Property Investment & Development Division of Hap Seng Consolidated Berhad; Datuk Edward Lee, Managing Director of Hap Seng Consolidated Berhad; Mr. Thomas Karl Rapp, Chairman of Hap Seng Consolidated Berhad; ⁠Mr. Andreas Stalder, SVP – F&B Ops & Product Development of Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Mr. Adrian Slater,RVP – Openings & Transitions of Hyatt Hotels Corporation and ⁠Ms. Chikako Shimizu, General Manager, Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur

With its prime location in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s bustling central business district, the hotel is just a stone’s throw away from popular attractions such as KL Eko-Rimba Park, The Zhongshan Building, and The Row, offering an exquisite stay with a glimpse into the vibrant Southeast Asian metropolis.

Upon entering the hotel lobby, guests are greeted by impeccable, locally inspired décor, featuring vibrant colours and industrial elements that honour the city’s tin-mining history. The communal space is further enhanced by bold abstract artwork from Jefr, a renowned Malaysian graffiti artist.

Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur also offers an exceptional culinary experience led by Executive Chef Vincenzo Carbone and Director of Food & Beverage Operations Davide Brescianini. “We wanted to show the similarities between Italian and Malaysian cultures and how we have reimagined this beautiful relationship between our countries in our three dining establishments, whether through authentic flavors or innovative expressions,” said Vincenzo Carbone, Executive Chef at Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur. “In both Malaysia and Italy, we enjoy punchy flavors, fresh ingredients, and, most importantly, sharing good conversation over great meals — that’s what we are bringing to the table.”

IL Forno serves handmade pizzas and pastas, available in sharing portions or individual plates. TanBuri, the hotel’s unique casual dining concept, offers flavourful don-style bowls inspired by global cuisines. Perched on the top floor, @21 is a rooftop bar and lounge featuring stunning city views, a pool deck, handcrafted cocktails, and mouthwatering quesadillas served fresh from the teppan grill.

Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur is now accepting reservations, featuring an exclusive World of Hyatt members’ offer and the Explore the C opening package. This package includes 500 World of Hyatt bonus points, daily breakfast, a Hop-On Hop-Off bus day trip, and a special hotel kit. Opening offer reservations close on January 31, 2025. For more information, click here.

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