Park Hyatt Afternoon Tea in KL was just a treat for all my senses!
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You’re probably familiar with the concept of afternoon tea, but afternoon tea on the 75th floor of the second-tallest building in the world? Now that’s on another level (no pun intended).
We had our ears popping more than once as the elevator took us all the way up to Level 75 of Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur, located inside the iconic Merdeka 118.
Here’s an interesting little fact about the building.
The weird, intriguing-looking spire at the top of Merdeka 118 is tied to Malaysian history.
The building design is often associated with Tunku Abdul Rahman, Malaysia’s first Prime Minister, as he raised his hand and chanted ‘Merdeka (Independence)!’ seven times back in 1957 when Malaysia gained independence from British colonial rule.
Merdeka 118 also happens to have 118 floors, which is where its name comes from. At 678.9 metres, it is the second-tallest building in the world as of 2026.
Interestingly, though, we only made it about two-thirds of the way up since most of the floors, including the observation deck, were still not open to the public.
At the time of our visit, only the Park Hyatt hotel and restaurants were operational, one of which was Park Lounge on the 75th floor, where we had booked our afternoon tea.
Park Hyatt Afternoon Tea | Vibes and General Info
The interiors were lovely and bright, with large windows that let the natural light flood in.
But the view was undoubtedly the highlight. Sitting up there, overlooking the clouds and the entire sprawling city of Kuala Lumpur, made the whole experience feel surreal.
No matter how many tall buildings you visit or live in, there’s just something really special about looking at the world from above. And it never gets old, at least not for me.
Park Hyatt Afternoon Tea Hours, Menu, And Price
We had to make reservations ahead of time, and if you want a window seat, I’d recommend specifying that when booking. Trust me, you’ll want to be as close to that view as possible!
The afternoon tea was available from 12 PM to 5 PM, with the last order at 4:30 PM, and the dress code was smart casual.
We visited around noon on a weekday, so it wasn’t crowded at all.
Shortly after we were seated, we were presented with the afternoon tea menu. There were two options: a vegetarian set and a non-vegetarian set. We chose the latter.
What made this afternoon tea particularly interesting, though, was that it wasn’t served on the traditional three-tiered tray.
Instead, our tea unfolded over multiple fine-dining courses, which made it quite different from the usual afternoon tea affair.
At the time of our visit, each afternoon tea set was priced at RM 218+, approximately USD 54. Do keep in mind that the prices and menus are subject to change. The menu also rotates, so you might find yourself being served a different selection of dishes when you visit.
You can also order sets with a glass of Mindful Sparks Sparkling Tea (non-alcoholic luxury tea) or a glass of champagne. The prices are RM 258+ (USD 63) and RM 320+ (USD 78) for those, respectively.
Park Hyatt Afternoon Tea | A multi-course delight
We started with a glass of kombucha. Then we were asked to choose our tea. We also had the option to choose bottomless coffee. We’ll get to the tea in a bit.
Next came the savoury courses.
First up was a King Crab Roll, the amuse-bouche.
Then followed Duck Rillette Pie Tee, Pulpit Rock Smoked Salmon Waffle, and finally, Lobster Dumplings served in a savoury sauce.
Everything was beautifully presented, and at times, it felt difficult to choose whether to admire the food in front of me or the incredible view outside.
All the food was amazing. But of the four savoury courses, my favourites were definitely the Smoked Salmon Waffle and the Duck Rillette Pie Tee. They were so delicious!
After the savoury courses, we were served a Mizuna Sorbet as a palate cleanser. It looked very pretty, with what appeared to be a little flower-shaped biscuit on top.
This was actually my first time trying anything mizuna. Unfortunately, though, the taste wasn’t quite my cup of tea.
Scones, madeleines and a dessert trolley
Next came the scones and madeleines, and gosh, they were SO good!
The scones were served warm and soft, accompanied by two kinds of jam and clotted cream. Both jams were equally delicious, and I was feeling pretty satisfied (and a little high on sugar) by this point.
But we weren’t done yet.
Enter the dessert trolley.
Each dessert looked prettier than the last, and there was quite a selection to choose from. The only problem? We were already so full!
We didn’t want to order more than we could finish and end up wasting food, so we had to be a little selective.
I don’t remember the names of all the desserts we tried, but I remember enjoying most of them. My absolute favourites, though, were the chocolates. There were a couple of different varieties, and I also really loved their Yuzu Pearl.
I’m a sucker for mildly sweet, citrusy desserts, and this one hit just the spot!
And finally, the tea
Of course, we can’t talk about afternoon tea without talking about the tea itself!
You could also opt for bottomless coffee, but with 17 different varieties of tea to choose from, who cares about coffee?
One thing I particularly appreciated was that the tea kept getting refilled, and we could try as many different varieties as we wanted throughout the experience. If you want, you can also ask for your tea iced. But unless you specify, you will be served hot tea.
I must admit, though, that the tea wasn’t exactly the star of the show during our afternoon tea experience at Park Lounge.
We tried around four or five different varieties, some of which were the Milky Oolong, Heirloom Bartlett Pear, and Florence. My favourites were the Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Signature Blend and the Organic Rooibos. Those two I genuinely liked.
Other than the 17 teas on the menu, you can also order a glass of Mindful Sparks Sparkling Tea, for which you will have to pay an additional RM 40 (~ USD 10). The Mindful Sparks Sparkling Tea is basically the non-alcoholic tea equivalent of champagne made by a Hong Kong-based luxury tea brand.
I’m not sure if there are many flavour options available for that. You will have to ask when you order.
The Park Hyatt Afternoon Tea Service
Something else worth mentioning was the service. The staff was extremely attentive, warm, and friendly throughout our visit.
They regularly checked in to see if we wanted to try a different tea, and our cups were refilled after every course. We never had to ask or wait around for anything.
It’s little things like these that make a difference, and the excellent service definitely made an already lovely experience even better.
Final thoughts: Is Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur’s Afternoon Tea worth it?
By the time we were done with all the courses and tea, we could barely move out of our chairs!
Our tummies and hearts were full. The only thing missing was a nice little spot to take a nap.
The tea itself felt a bit disappointing, other than the Rooibos and the Signature Blend. But with 17 options to choose from, maybe next time I’ll have to give the other teas a chance.
Overall, I really enjoyed the experience. The setting, the incredible views, the thoughtfully presented courses, attentive service, and the sheer amount of food made for a memorable afternoon.
It’s certainly not your traditional afternoon tea, and I think that’s part of what makes it special.
If you’re looking for a lovely afternoon tea experience in KL with amazing food and an incredible view, I’d highly recommend giving Park Lounge at Merdeka 118 a visit.
You can explore the blog to read more about my favourite tea experiences in KL and the Cameron Highlands.
Happy sipping!
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