Set just a few minutes' walk from the Petronas Towers, Ascott Kuala Lumpur draws a mix of business and leisure travelers. Spacious rooms range from Studios to Three-Bedroom Apartments, allowing families or groups to comfortably fit. The lobby and common areas have a modern, if generic, look of neutral-tone furnishings, patterned rugs, and embellished light fixtures. Rooms have a brighter design with colorful accents in walls, big artworks, and seating. The sleek outdoor pool with stellar city views is a highlight here, but the other available features are average. Still, this is a good pick for travelers wanting to be in The Golden Triangle with apartment-style digs.

For proximity to tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the Ascott Kuala Lumpur has an ideal location. Within a few minutes' walk are the Petronas Towers, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, and KLCC Park. A light rail transit stop are less than a 10-minute walk from the hotel. There are some restaurants and shops in the immediate area, but many more can be found in Bukit Bintang, about a 16-minute walk away. The spacious Pavilion shopping mall with a range of shops and dining options is a 17-minute walk from the hotel. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is about an hour's drive away. 

It’s worth noting that the view of the Petronas from the hotel is limited; some rooms only have a partial view of the Petronas. 

Ascott Kuala Lumpur has 221 contemporary apartment-style rooms that range from Studios to three-bedroom units. All are spacious and contemporary, outfitted in attractive wood furniture, wood or neutral-tone carpet flooring, and pops of color in wall areas and seating. A perk of the this hotel is the daily housekeeping provided each day except for Sunday. Studios have open-plan living areas with sofas, bar seating, and kitchens with stovetops and full-size fridges. Also provided are desks, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and air-conditioning. Those families traveling with children will likely appreciate the two and three bedroom apartments available, which have separate living areas with couches and dining room tables. Bathrooms have separate bathtubs and showers, hairdryers, and free toiletries.

Views vary and most past guests recommend asking for a room on a higher floor.

A handful of quality amenities are available on-site. The highlight is the outdoor swimming pool with stellar city views. It has a limited number of loungers and adjacent table seating. A children's pool and hot tub are also available. Kids also have access to a playground and babysitting is available for a fee. A sauna is on-site and spa services can be arranged. The gym is modern and well-equipped with cardio machines and strength-training equipment.

The restaurant, Tujo, serves buffet breakfasts and a la carte international lunches. Food, and particularly the breakfast spreads, receive mixed reviews. Meeting spaces and a business center are on-site, and Wi-Fi is free throughout the hotel.