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The iconic Equatorial Plaza in Kuala Lumpur has added another feather to its cap with the Green Building Index (GBI) Gold certification, making EQ the first hotel in Kuala Lumpur to receive such recognition.

EQ is the latest chapter in the legacy of one of Kuala Lumpur’s most well-known hospitality names. The original Hotel Equatorial was established in 1973 and quickly gained its reputation as a premier five-star destination. However, in 2012, the hotel was closed down for redevelopment, and in March 2019, EQ was opened to the public, promising to offer a bigger, better, and all-new successor.

The 52-storey tower stands tall in the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle and is the centrepiece of Equatorial Plaza. It boasts 440 guestrooms and suites with opulent amenities and stunning city views from every angle. Its proximity to the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre makes it the preferred hotel for attendees. The hotel also has ten meeting and banquet rooms, along with the unique 1,025 SQM Diamond Ballroom and Gallery, making it ideal for hosting events of all sizes.

Sanctum Wellness on level 29 is an entire floor dedicated to fitness and wellness, including a gym, spa, a 25-meter infinity pool, a large vitality pool, a Himalayan salt sauna, and an aromatherapy steam room. On the 51st floor, Sky51 features Sabayon, a restaurant that serves contemporary European cuisine, and Blue, an open-air rooftop bar and lounge.

With its commitment to sustainable practices and exceptional hospitality, EQ is a testament to Kuala Lumpur’s vibrant tourism industry and its status as a world-class destination.

 

Since its debut in 2019, the hotel’s strategy to create new hospitality standards has proven to be the most rewarding. Notable accolades include:

  • Preferred Hotels & Resorts Award of Excellence – Hotel of the Year 2023 in Asia Pacific
  • HAPA Hospitality & Tourism Awards 2023 – 2024 – Malaysia’s Service Excellence Establishments, Malaysia’s Best Hotels & Resorts, Malaysia’s Best Hospitality & Tourism Personalities (General Manager), Hospitality Establishment for Director of F&B Category, Malaysia’s Best Executive Chef of The Year, Malaysia’s Best Executive Chef of The Year (Kampachi), Malaysia’s Best Human Resource Strategic Talent Development for Hotels & Resorts, HAPA Best Restaurants Recommended (Kampachi), Malaysia’s Best Restaurants (Sabayon), Malaysia’s Best Service Excellence Establishments (Blue & Sanctum Wellness) and Malaysia’s Best Spas (Sanctum Wellness)
  • Green Building Index (GBI) Gold certification 2023
  • TripAdvisor No.1 hotel in Kuala Lumpur and Travellers’ Choice Award from 2019 – 2022
  • Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards for Best of Award of Excellence – Sky 51 Sabayon from 2019 – 2022
  • Malaysia Institute of Interior Design (MIID) REKA Awards 2019, Design Excellence in the Food & Beverage category: Gold for Sky51 Sabayon, Silver for Sky51 Blue and Bronze for Kampachi
  • Malaysian Construction Industry Excellence Awards 2019 by the Construction Industry Development Berhad for The Best Project Award for A Major Project Building – Equatorial Plaza
  • Travel Weekly Asia Readers’ Choice Awards 2019 for Best New Hotel in Asia-Pacific
  • StarProperty Awards 2020 for The Creative Touch Award (City Hotel) for Excellence in the best interior design
  • TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2021, No. 7 Best Picture-Perfect Worldwide for Sky51 Sabayon
  • Travel + Leisure Asia’s Best Awards 2022 for No. 1 Best City Hotels in Malaysia
  • M&C Asia Stella Awards’ Best Meetings Hotel in Malaysia 2022
  • I Prefer Members’ Choice Award Winners 2022
  • Contemporary Restaurant of the Year by Travel & Hospitality Awards’ 2022 Food & Restaurant Awards – Sky51 Sabayon
ABOUT US

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HOTEL INFORMATION
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HOTEL INFORMATION

DESTINATION

Kuala Lumpur comprises a fascinating blend of gleaming skyscrapers and modern shopping complexes along with many fine examples of colonial architecture, as well as landmark structures such as KL Tower and the Petronas Twin Towers. Like the country itself, Kuala Lumpur, or “KL” as it is known locally, is a vibrant mix of cultures, races and religions. It even boasts its own Chinatown and “Little India”. KL offers a myriad of dining and entertainment options, cultural attractions, and beautiful parks showcasing the lush tropical landscape. While Malaysia’s federal administrative capital is located 45 minutes south in Putrajaya, KL remains the country’s commercial and financial hub, as well as its largest city, with a population of 1.8 million.

TRAVELLER TIPS

Money and traveller’s cheques can be exchanged at banks and money changers. Major credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, JCB and American Express are accepted at EQ and other major hotels, restaurants and department stores. Check on the acceptance of your credit card before making your purchase. Cash, however, is needed for transport, small purchases or rural areas. The Ringgit Malaysia is not traded nor exchanged in the international market and it is advisable to change back to your preferred currency before departing Malaysia.

HOTEL INFORMATION

  • Check-in at 3PM and check-out at 12PM
  • Electrical supply is 240V with rectangular pin plug points
  • Valet service and self-parking
  • Complimentary electric vehicle (EV) charging stations located at L2
    • 4 stations AC 7.4kW
  • Taxi and limousine service
  • Wheelchair friendly
  • Only non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets and durians are not allowed
  • In-room Wi-Fi
  • All major credit cards are accepted
  • Our Fact Sheet (PDF)

DESTINATION

Kuala Lumpur comprises a fascinating blend of gleaming skyscrapers and modern shopping complexes along with many fine examples of colonial architecture, as well as landmark structures such as KL Tower and the Petronas Twin Towers. Like the country itself, Kuala Lumpur, or “KL” as it is known locally, is a vibrant mix of cultures, races and religions. It even boasts its own Chinatown and “Little India”. KL offers a myriad of dining and entertainment options, cultural attractions, and beautiful parks showcasing the lush tropical landscape. While Malaysia’s federal administrative capital is located 45 minutes south in Putrajaya, KL remains the country’s commercial and financial hub, as well as its largest city, with a population of 1.8 million.

TRAVELLER TIPS

Money and traveller’s cheques can be exchanged at banks and money changers. Major credit cards such as Mastercard, Visa, JCB and American Express are accepted at EQ and other major hotels, restaurants and department stores. Check on the acceptance of your credit card before making your purchase. Cash, however, is needed for transport, small purchases or rural areas. The Ringgit Malaysia is not traded nor exchanged in the international market and it is advisable to change back to your preferred currency before departing Malaysia.

HOTEL INFORMATION

  • Check-in at 3PM and check-out at 12PM
  • Electrical supply is 240V with rectangular pin plug points
  • Valet service and self-parking
  • Taxi and limousine service
  • Wheelchair friendly
  • Only non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets and durians are not allowed
  • In-room Wi-Fi
  • All major credit cards are accepted\
  • Our Fact Sheet (PDF)

What's Nearby

EQ's prime location in the heart of Kuala Lumpur means you are an easy walk to Golden Triangle's most popular attractions and venues e.g. Pavilion, Suria KLCC, KL Convention Centre, Changkat Bukit Bintang, and so much more. Everything is conveniently close by, whether it's shopping, sightseeing, restaurants or nightlife. To get around even quicker, the easiest option is by KL Monorail. The station is minutes via a covered walkway and connects you to the city's entire light rail network (rapid KL)