Hyatt announced plans for the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, slated to top the tallest skyscraper in Southeast Asia, PNB 188 tower. The tower is the third-tallest building in the world, with a scheduled 2020 completion. The Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur will open a year later on the top 17 floors, overlooking Stadium Merdeka.

“We are delighted to collaborate with PNB Merdeka Ventures Sdn. Berhad and to announce the introduction of the Park Hyatt brand in Malaysia,” said David Udell, group president, Asia Pacific, Hyatt Hotels Corporation. “The new Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur will provide guests with meaningful and enriching moments as they find themselves surrounded by contemporary luxury and artistry at its best — from original art works to the finest in culinary expression.”

Park Hyatt is the first brand to announce PNB 118 yower development. The property includes 232 guestrooms with 28 suites and 30 residential apartments. More than 20,000 square feet of meeting space is planned, alongside common spaces such as galleries and libraries. The three on-site restaurants and bars include a signature restaurant and skyline-level bar and restaurant. A six-treatment room spa, fitness center and pool with city views are also planned.

The tower itself is more than 3 million square feet, with office space and an observation deck in addition to the planned hotel. Infrastructure plans include a rapid transit station and vehicular tunnels for tower access.

“The Park Hyatt brand is a leader in luxury hospitality and offers guests a one-of-a-kind experience with highly personalized service; renowned art and design; and exceptional food and beverage programs,” said Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar, chairman, PNB Group. “The brand has hotels in iconic cities around the world, and we’re thrilled to welcome the brand to Kuala Lumpur’s PNB 118 tower and to be a part of the brand’s global network.”