Kuala Lumpur boasts a striking skyline often regarded as one of the most beautiful in the world, dominated by the iconic 451-metre-tall Petronas Twin Towers and landmark KL Tower. Aside from gazing at its glitzy collection of skyscrapers, this buzzing city offers travellers a chance to sample multicultural cuisine at hawker stalls, browse traditional street markets and explore 400 million-year-old caves.
With over 400 million annual visitors to HotelsCombined, we’ve uncovered the best hotels in Kuala Lumpur with a view. On a tight travel budget? Fortunately, you don’t need to be an oil tycoon to experience a million-dollar view in Kuala Lumpur, as you can often snag a room in a 5-star hotel for less than $100. These holiday abodes also typically offer gourmet restaurants, trendy bars and rooftop infinity pools.
Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur
Overlooking the iconic Petronas Twin Towers, Grand Hyatt Kuala Lumpur is beloved for its city views and stunning outdoor pool. If you’re looking for the ultimate Kuala Lumpur dining experience, visit the 38th-floor restaurant THIRTY8 for panoramic city views and a selection of Western, Chinese and Japanese dishes. Alternatively, catch the big game on LED TVs with a cold pint at JP Sports Bar.
All rooms include floor-to-ceiling windows, complimentary Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, while the 1 King Bed with Tower View Deluxe offers 180-degree panoramic views of the Petronas Twin Towers. Splurge on a Grand Twin Towers View Suite for an oval-shaped marble bathtub, living room and lounge access.
Why You Should Stay Here
- An outdoor pool surrounded by plush loungers and wading pool for children.
- Satay grills, tandoor ovens, roti hot plates and wok stations at JP teres.
- Within walking distance to Golden Triangle’s shopping, dining and entertainment.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: USD 239 – USD 1,129
Guest Rating: 9.2
Address: 12 Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Located in the city centre, Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur offers direct access to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. Business travellers will appreciate the 24-hour business centre, while foodies can take advantage of the city views at Gobo Upstairs Lounge & Grill. After dark, the award-winning rooftop bar SkyBar sets the stage for a lively night out with its creative cocktails and live music.
The budget-friendly Deluxe offers city views, high-speed Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV, while the Deluxe Twin Towers View Room showcases views of the Petronas Twin Towers from large windows. Upgrade to the one-bedroom City View Suite for a separate sitting area and access to daytime beverages and a cocktail hour at Traders Club Lounge.
Why You Should Stay Here
- A saunarium and steam bath at the rooftop theSPA.
- Cosy cabana booths and 33rd-floor views at SkyBar.
- A Japanese sushi bar, open noodle kitchen and bakery at Gobo Chit Chat.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: USD 104 – USD 295
Guest Rating: 9.1
Address: Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
THE FACE Suites
THE FACE Suites offers 5-star luxury at an affordable price, boasting elegant rooms overlooking the Klang River. Solo travellers and couples will appreciate the kitchenette and living room in the 1 Bedroom Premier, while families can take advantage of the extra space, six-seat dining table and washer and dryer in the 2 Bedroom Grand Premier.
After a day of sightseeing, swim in the infinity pool on the 51st floor and take in the panoramic views. You can also get a bird’s-eye view of Kuala Lumpur from the rooftop restaurant, Tangerine, before sipping cocktails on the spacious outdoor gazebo at the lively on-site bar, DEEP BLUE.
Why You Should Stay Here
- A 38-metre-long infinity pool with Petronas Twin Towers and KL Tower views.
- Coffee, fresh juice and pastries at Cafe iL Viso.
- Three kilometres from the city’s most popular mall, Suria KLCC.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: USD 137 – USD 262
Guest Rating: 9
Address: 1020 Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Impiana KLCC Hotel
A one-minute walk from Aquaria KLCC and KLCC Park, Impiana KLCC Hotel boasts a prime position in the city centre. Relaxation comes easy at the hotel’s inviting infinity pool, luxury day spa and upscale hair salon, while Cuban cigars, live music and cocktails can be enjoyed at the chic Bohemia bar. For Petronas Twin Towers views and light fare, head to Tonka Bean Café & Deli.
The Superior Room is perfect for travellers on a budget with its queen-size bed, flat-screen TV and complimentary Wi-Fi, while the opulent Impiana Suite adds a separate living room, dining area and kitchenette. Designed just for women, The Orchid Floor rooms include yoga mats, bath salts and Club Floor benefits.
Why You Should Stay Here
- Access to the Club Lounge’s complimentary breakfast, afternoon tea and evening cocktails in Club Floor rooms.
- Lounge seating and a wide selection of wine and cocktails at Oswego bar.
- Couple’s treatment rooms, a steam bath and Jacuzzi at Swasana Spa.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: USD 73 – USD 325
Guest Rating: 8.3
Address: 13 Jalan Pinang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur
Enjoy 5-star luxuries at Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur, from classic Cantonese cuisine at Lai Po Heen and craft cocktails at the trendy on-site bar Ren to pampering spa treatments. HotelsCombined visitors rave about the hotel’s picture-perfect pool, which overlooks KLCC Park and is surrounded by private cabanas.
Save money by staying in the Deluxe City View Room, which offers city or pool views along with a king-size or two twin beds. Upgrade to a 2 Bedroom Executive Apartment for wraparound city views. Celebrating something special? Splurge on the Royal Suite, which includes butler services, a spa treatment room and panoramic city views.
Why You Should Stay Here
- Californian-Japanese cuisine at Wasabi Bistro and homemade cakes and chocolate at The Mandarin Cake Shop.
- The spa’s heat and water facilities, couple’s treatment rooms and yoga and Pilates classes.
- Easy access to Little India, Merdeka Square and the Golden Triangle.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: USD 129 – USD 1,394
Guest Rating: 9.1
Address: Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Fraser Place Kuala Lumpur
Embrace contemporary living at Fraser Place Kuala Lumpur, which boasts hotel rooms, studios and penthouse apartments. The Studio Apartments have fully-equipped kitchens, home entertainment systems and coffee machines, while the two-level Four Bedroom Apartment also features a washer and dryer and private balcony.
Relax by the infinity pool, work out in the 24-hour gym or get competitive in the Game Room. Fuel up with international cuisine at Swatches restaurant or visit one of the nearby restaurants by hopping on the hotel’s complimentary shuttle service. Feeling adventurous? Explore the nearby Batu Caves, a limestone cavern home to ornate temples and cheeky resident monkeys.
Why You Should Stay Here
- A hot and cold dipping pool and infinity swimming pool.
- The Yoga room and steam and sauna facilities.
- A short drive from Perdana Botanical Gardens.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: USD 71 – USD 209
Guest Rating: 9
Address: Lot 163 No 10 Jalan Perak, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Setia Sky By KL Suites
Enjoy luxury living at Setia Sky by KL Suites, which features one, two and three-bedroom apartments with floor-to-ceiling windows and spectacular city skyline views. There’s a fully-equipped kitchen in the Deluxe Apartment and extra bedroom and sofa bed in the Premier Two Bedroom Apartment, while all rooms include flat-screen TVs, bottled mineral water and complimentary Wi-Fi.
Sunbathe at the swimming pool, which features a spacious terrace and plush seating, or savour the dazzling sunset views from the rooftop pool. Soak in the Jacuzzi, then relax in the steam room or admire the Petronas Twin Towers from a treadmill in the fitness centre.
Why You Should Stay Here
- Multiple swimming pools and Jacuzzis.
- A game room, steam room and lounge area.
- The standalone tub and furnished balcony with Petronas Twin Towers views in the Superior Three Bedroom Apartment.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: USD 53 – USD 100
Guest Rating: 7.7
Address: 76 Jalan Raja Muda Abdul Aziz Off Jalan Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Somerset Ampang Kuala Lumpur
Located within the prestigious Embassy Row, Somerset Ampang Kuala Lumpur is a contemporary serviced residence. Rooms range from a cosy Studio Premier with a kitchenette, living and dining area to a spacious 3-Bedroom Premier with a king, queen and two single beds. For floor-to-ceiling windows with stunning Petronas Twin Towers views, choose the 2-Bedroom Premier.
Start your day with breakfast favourites at Souled Out Restaurant, then mingle with fellow travellers in the Resident’s Lounge. Your worries will melt away as you float in the outdoor infinity pool and Jacuzzi, while the air-conditioned gym offers various machines.
Why You Should Stay Here
- An outdoor pool, children’s wading pool and Jacuzzi.
- The 24-hour reception, 24-hour security & CCTV and complimentary local area shuttle.
- A five-minute drive from the National Art Gallery.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: USD 59 – USD 292
Guest Rating: 8.9
Address: No 187 Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Lanson Place Bukit Ceylon Serviced Residences
Lanson Place Bukit Ceylon Serviced Residences offers 5-star accommodation in its serviced apartments in Kuala Lumpur’s famed Golden Triangle. Modern on-site facilities include a fully-equipped gym, a children’s playground and Olympic-sized swimming pool with plush seating. You also have access to 24-hour security, daily housekeeping and a 24-hour reception.
Each of the rooms offers spectacular city views, a satellite TV, full kitchen and washer and dryer. Couples can cosy up in the One-Bedroom Deluxe’s plush king-size bed, while the Three-Bedroom Deluxe offers 191 square meters of living and floor-to-ceiling windows.
Why You Should Stay Here
- An outdoor pool with a sundeck and loungers.
- The kid-friendly pool and play area.
- A short walk from Central Market and Petaling Street Market.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: USD 87 – USD 333
Guest Rating: 9.1
Address: 10, Jalan Ceylon, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Berjaya Times Square Hotel, Kuala Lumpur offers family-friendly accommodation five minutes from the Imbi Monorail station. The Studios Twin Towers View is the most economical choice with its air-conditioning and cable TV, while the 2-Bedroom Deluxe Twin Towers View is designed for large groups or families with a separate bedroom, living area and view of Petronas Twin Towers.
Unwind with a drink at the rooftop pool, then get pampered with a massage at the in-house Vita Spa or enjoy a glass of wine at Broadway Lounge. Travelling with kids? Get your adrenalin pumping at the family-friendly Berjaya Times Square Theme Park next door.
Why You Should Stay Here
- A luxury day spa with a sauna and steam room.
- The rooftop pool’s Gazebo with drink and food service.
- The seasonally-themed buffet spreads and international cuisine at Big Apple Restaurant.
Star Rating: 5*
Price: USD 55 – USD 2,538
Guest Rating: 7.4
Address: 1 Jalan Imbi, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Corus Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Located along Jalan Ampang, Corus Hotel Kuala Lumpur offers easy access to the city’s top entertainment districts. There’s a range of rooms available, from the Deluxe Room with a mini bar, air conditioning and flat-screen TV to the Paradise Cabana with direct access to the hotel’s garden terrace and pool.
Foodies will be in heaven with the on-site dining options, which include signature Hainanese Chicken Rice at Dondang Sayang Coffee House and authentic Szechuan and Cantonese cuisine at Ming Palace. For a pre-dinner glass of wine, visit the chilled out Kencana Lounge to enjoy live music and recommendations from the extensive collection of vino in The Cellar.
Why You Should Stay Here
- The Tatami rooms, private cubicles and fresh seafood at Komura Japanese Restaurant.
- Club Floor guests have access to a private lounge, daily buffet breakfast and complimentary evening drinks.
- Only a two-minute walk to the underground KLCC LRT station.
Star Rating: 4*
Price: USD 44 – USD 116
Guest Rating: 7.4
Address: Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
De King Boutique Hotel KLCC
The most budget-friendly hotel option on this list, Le Apple Boutique Hotel @ KLCC offers direct access to the shops in Suria KLCC. Choose from a Deluxe Twin Room or Deluxe King Room with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee maker and city skyline views. Rooms come with a choice of king, queen or twin-size beds.
Visit the on-site restaurant ROKKO Japanese Grill restaurant, popular for its classic Japanese sushi, sashimi and teppanyaki dishes. Less than a five-minute walk away is the local hotspot, Urban Street Dining, a food truck park offering a variety of global cuisines and social setting.
Why You Should Stay Here
- A range of room configurations to suit all travellers.
- The Japanese and continental buffet breakfast options served daily.
- Only a five-minute walk from the KLCC Light Rail Transit station.
Star Rating: 3*
Price: USD 40 – USD 164
Guest Rating: 7.9
Address: No. 160, Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Impressive Rooms with a View in Kuala Lumpur
Offering the perfect balance of green spaces, modern architecture and historic charm, Kuala Lumpur boasts iconic city skyline views. After you’ve sampled the city’s abundance of gastronomic delights and explored its array of cultural attractions, retreat to one of these top hotels in Kuala Lumpur with inviting rooftop restaurants, pools and lounge areas where you can take in the stunning city views.
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