Wednesday, 20 August 2014

Best Western International to Open First Hotel in Shah Alam, Malaysia - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

Best Western International to Open First <b>Hotel</b> in Shah Alam, <b>Malaysia</b> - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


Best Western International to Open First <b>Hotel</b> in Shah Alam, <b>Malaysia</b>

Posted: 13 Aug 2014 05:03 PM PDT

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BANGKOK, Aug. 13, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via PRWEB - Best Western International will arrive in yet another fast-growing Malaysian city later this year, with the launch of its first hotel in Shah Alam.

Strategically located in the heart of this up-and-coming city, BEST WESTERN i-City Shah Alam will be a modern midscale hotel, offering optimum comfort, convenience and connectivity for both business and leisure travelers.

"As the capital of the state of Selangor, Shah Alam is a key economic hub in Malaysia. Located just 25km from Kuala Lumpur and 30km from KLIA, the city is at the heart of the country's development, and provides an ideal setting for Best Western's new generation of contemporary hotels," said Glenn de Souza, Best Western International's Vice President of International Operations for Asia & Middle East.

"I am delighted to be able to introduce the BEST WESTERN i-City Shah Alam, bringing our famous international standards to yet another exciting city of Malaysia," he added.

Scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2014, BEST WESTERN i-City Shah Alam will combine modern design and amenities with the traditions of service excellence for which both Malaysia and Best Western are famous.

The hotel will feature a total of 216 contemporary guest rooms and suites, all equipped with such modern amenities as 32-inch LCD televisions, minibars, working desks and tea and coffee making facilities. And as with all Best Western hotels worldwide, high-speed Wi-Fi is complimentary.

Guests will be able to sample local and international dishes at the hotel's Coffee House restaurant, while the corporate market is well catered-for with a choice of three meeting rooms, able to handle up to 120 delegates.

"Malaysia is an incredibly exciting market for Best Western International. With four hotels already open in the country and a further ten in the pipeline, we look forward to serving the needs of ever more Malaysian and international guests in future," Mr. de Souza concluded.

BEST WESTERN i-City Shah Alam will join Best Western International's existing collection of midscale and luxury hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh, Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan.

Currently, Best Western has a portfolio of more than 200 hotels across Asia. And the company expects to increase its regional collection to 300 properties in the next few years. Best Western first launched in Asia & the Middle East in 2001 and now covers 27* countries in the region.

For more information on global development opportunities with Best Western International, please visit bestwesterndevelopers.com.

To learn more about a specific hotel or discover other Best Western hotels across the world, visit http://www.bestwestern.com.

About Best Western International, Inc.
Best Western International, Inc., headquartered in Phoenix, Ariz., is a privately held hotel brand made up of more than 4,000* BEST WESTERN®, BEST WESTERN PLUS®, BEST WESTERN PREMIER® hotels in more than 100* countries and territories worldwide. Now celebrating 68 years of hospitality, Best Western welcomes hundreds of thousands of guests nightly. Best Western provides its hoteliers with global operational, sales, marketing and promotional support, and online and mobile booking capabilities. More than 20 million travelers are members of the brand's award-winning loyalty program Best Western Rewards®, one of the few programs in which members earn points that never expire and can be redeemed at any Best Western hotel worldwide. The brand's partnerships with AAA/CAA, and Harley-Davidson® provide travelers with exciting ways to interact with the brand. In 2013, Best Western earned our highest level of brand recognition, including our fifth AAA/CAA Hotel Partner of the Year award, third Compuware Best of the Web Gold award, fourth No. 1 ranking in Brand Keys Consumer Loyalty Engagement Index for midscale hotels and seventh TTG Asia Best Mid-range Hotel Brand. Forty-one percent of Best Western hotels worldwide won TripAdvisor Certificates of Excellence for customer satisfaction.

For more information or to make a reservation, please visit http://www.bestwestern.com.

*Numbers are approximate and may fluctuate.

This article was originally distributed on PRWeb. For the original version including any supplementary images or video, visit http://www.prweb.com/releases/2014/08/prweb12094615.htm

  Best Western International, Inc.  Laura Cherry    +1 (602) 957-5668  

Luxury <b>Hotels in Malaysia</b> | Kiwi Collection

Posted: 16 Apr 2010 05:33 PM PDT

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Tuesday, 19 August 2014

Best Western International to Open First Hotel in Malaysia. - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

Best Western International to Open First <b>Hotel in Malaysia</b>. - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


Best Western International to Open First <b>Hotel in Malaysia</b>.

Posted: 14 Aug 2014 06:33 AM PDT

Best Western International will arrive in yet another fast-growing Malaysian city later this year, with the launch of its first hotel in Shah Alam.

Shah Alam.

Strategically located in the heart of this up-and-coming city, BEST WESTERN i-City Shah Alam will be a modern midscale hotel, offering optimum comfort, convenience and connectivity for both business and leisure travelers.

"As the capital of the state of Selangor, Shah Alam is a key economic hub in Malaysia. Located just 25km from Kuala Lumpur and 30km from KLIA, the city is at the heart of the country's development, and provides an ideal setting for Best Western's new generation of contemporary hotels," said Glenn de Souza, Best Western International's Vice President of International Operations for Asia & Middle East.

"I am delighted to be able to introduce the BEST WESTERN i-City Shah Alam, bringing our famous international standards to yet another exciting city of Malaysia," he added.

Scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2014, BEST WESTERN i-City Shah Alam will combine modern design and amenities with the traditions of service excellence for which both Malaysia and Best Western are famous.

Feats.

The hotel will feature a total of 216 contemporary guest rooms and suites, all equipped with such modern amenities as 32-inch LCD televisions, minibars, working desks and tea and coffee making facilities. And as with all Best Western hotels worldwide, high-speed Wi-Fi is complimentary.

Guests will be able to sample local and international dishes at the hotel's Coffee House restaurant, while the corporate market is well catered-for with a choice of three meeting rooms, able to handle up to 120 delegates.

"Malaysia is an incredibly exciting market for Best Western International. With four hotels already open in the country and a further ten in the pipeline, we look forward to serving the needs of ever more Malaysian and international guests in future," Mr. de Souza concluded.

BEST WESTERN i-City Shah Alam will join Best Western International's existing collection of midscale and luxury hotels in Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh, Kota Kinabalu and Sandakan.

Currently, Best Western has a portfolio of more than 200 hotels across Asia. And the company expects to increase its regional collection to 300 properties in the next few years. Best Western first launched in Asia & the Middle East in 2001 and now covers 27* countries in the region.

For more information on global development opportunities with Best Western International, please visit bestwesterndevelopers.com.

Starwood to Open Le Méridien <b>Hotel in Malaysia</b> | Frequent <b>...</b>

Posted: 13 Jun 2014 10:55 AM PDT

By Karin Sun on 13 June 2014
A Starwood hotel room

A Starwood hotel room

Starwood announced it will open a new Le Méridien hotel in Putrajaya, a city in the Klang Valley region of Malaysia, in 2015. The new hotel, called Le Méridien Putrajaya, will be located close to the city's commercial district.

The property will have 350 guestrooms, two restaurants, a pool, fitness center, and spa. The hotel will also have 17,545 square feet (1,630 square meters) of meeting and event space, including a grand ballroom.

Guests will have access to a master coffee barista and free entrance to select museums and cultural centers in the surrounding area upon presentation of their key cards.  In addition, large-scale artwork will be displayed throughout the hotel's public spaces.

Le Méridien Putrajaya will be located within walking distance of many shopping and dining venues, including the IOI City Mall, which is slated to open later this year.

Starwood currently operates nearly 1,200 properties in 100 countries worldwide. The new hotel will be the third Le Méridien brand establishment to open in Malaysia, after Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur and Le Mériden Kota Kinabalu.

(Photo: Accura Media Group)

Container <b>Hotel</b> (Kuala Lumpur, <b>Malaysia</b>) | WANDERLUST

Posted: 11 Jun 2014 08:35 PM PDT

(photo credits: http://www.containerhotel.com.my

 I have never thought that staying in a budget hotel can be this comfortable.  Don't get me wrong, I also like luxury hotels and the feeling that it gives, but during my trip to Malaysia I'm up for some adventure! I have booked my reservation through www.booking.com, they don't charge fees whatsoever for the reservation, you will only need a credit card to guarantee your booking with them and you will pay the total amount on the hotel itself when you arrive.

Our check in time should be before 2pm, but the hotel is so kind that they have acknowledged my emai that we will be arriving around 8pm since Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 is less than an hour from the City Centre. We stayed there for 1 night, and the experience is amazing! the place is designed very well made out of containers and even the rooms! Yes, even the rooms!  And the place has Wifi too!

Container Hotel is an eco-friendly hotel that emphasises on going green, plus it wont hurt your wallet, and how they design the place is very artistic and one of a kind!  Located at No 1, Jalan Delima, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, approx. 10 -15 minutes from Petronas Tower.

They have 4 types of rooms:

1. OUTGOING  (Double Decker Single Bed ( Dormitory )

Outgoing

(photo credits: http://www.containerhotel.com.my

2. ADVENTURE  (1 Super Single Bed)

Adventure

(photo credits: http://www.containerhotel.com.my

where we actually stayed for a night. and it is sooooo cool! ( i mean it!  )

3. CONSERVATIVE (1 Queen Bed) 

Conservative

4. OUTGOING  (group)

Outgoing - Group

You will meet a lot of back-packers too who's also up for an adventure!

Here are some photos I  took during my stay 

the container rooms

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if you are staying at an adventure room like we did, you will need to use this panel with this huge mirror, what is more beautiful when you meet people while brushing your teeth or scrubbing your face? haha 
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look how Zen-type it is… 
Imagethis is the shared bathroom and comfort room

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the Zen-type Comfortable lounge, so you can have a seat and grab some Ice-cold beer, and well of course meet new people!  they serve coffee, bread with spreads and tea for free! :) 

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Some of their designs that I find very nice … 

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Well, it was indeed a one-of-a-kind stay and experience, gave me a different feeling of excitement and let me explore other place to stay.  The Hotels Supervisor/Crew JB is very nice! We had a good laugh talking about the hotel and Malaysia! You might wanna give it a shot!

Over all, my verdict during my stay is (comparing to other budget hostels/hotels) :

Rating : 8.5/10  (Very Good)

Price: 4 /5 stars (very cheap room starts at 85RM)

Facilities: 3.5 /5 stars

Location: 4/5 stars

Service: 5/5 stars

Useful Links and Information/s you might find helpful: 

They were ranked #10 out of 254 B&B and Inn in Kuala Lumpur  by Tripadvisor

To book your stay or to know more about Container Hotel  – http://www.containerhotel.com.my/

*this post is not sponsored and not paid, purely my reviews and opinion about the hotel

xx

Deanna ( http://talkaboutbeauty.wordpress.com/ )

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Monday, 18 August 2014

TM seeks more tie-ups to expand hospitality entertainment solution ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

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Posted: 18 Aug 2014 09:38 AM PDT

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KUALA LUMPUR: Telekom Malaysia Bhd (TM) is seeking more collaboration opportunities with the hotel industry to expand its hospitality entertainment solution (HES).

"We are in talks with a few hotels to provide them with the solution, and same as before, we will start with one hotel and further expand it to all the hotel chain under the group," TM
executive vice president for SME, Azizi A Hadi told reporters after signing a collaborative agreement with Accor Hotels here yesterday.

Azizi said to date, there are about 40 hotels using the HES, which features information and entertainment package, in-building broadband solution, TM's IPTV service, HyppTV and call centre service, powered by its high-speed broadband network connectivity.

On the collaborative agreement, TM is expected to provide the solution for 10 hotels under Accor Hotels in Malaysia.

The partnership will also focus on mutual benefit cooperation of products and services, loyalty programmes, corporate collaborations, joint marketing and promotions, earned media values as well as additional benefits for both parties' employees.

"Avangio Hotel in Kota Kinabalu is the pilot project for TM and Accor and we are keen to continue the partnership as there is no specific time frame for the collaboration.

"We view the collaboration as beneficial for both parties and shall grow the partnership," Azizi said.

Commenting on monetary benefit, he said the outcome of the collaboration was at a premature state and the leading integrated information and communications group would need to review the take-up rate to determine the effect on the group.

At the same event, Accor Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore Chief Operating Officer Gerard Guillouet said the group was expected to operate about 20 hotels in Malaysia by 2016.

"We have opened nine hotels so far, and 16 more hotels are still under construction," he said.

Asked on total investment, Guillouet said that the group acted as a hotel operator and was not involved in real estate investment.

"We are only involved in the web platform, which provide customers a better experience as it is available in 18 languages. As for real estate investment, it is handled by the local partners," he said, adding that the group was also keen to explore Johor as a potential hotel location. — Bernama

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Luxury <b>Hotels in Malaysia</b> | Kiwi Collection

Posted: 16 Apr 2010 05:33 PM PDT

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Saturday, 16 August 2014

The Royale Bintang The Curve Hotel – Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

The Royale Bintang The Curve <b>Hotel</b> – Kuala Lumpur, <b>Malaysia</b> <b>...</b> - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


The Royale Bintang The Curve <b>Hotel</b> – Kuala Lumpur, <b>Malaysia</b> <b>...</b>

Posted: 03 Aug 2014 09:06 AM PDT

Was here for work and typically this location is meant for business more than leisure due to the location, it is not exactly near the city where the action is. Nevertheless, this place alone is pretty self-sufficient and no worries about places to eat and shop. Check out the pics below:

Room

Room

Room with lazy chair

Room with lazy chair

Bath

Bath

Shower

Shower

The pool downstairs

The pool downstairs

The bridge linking to the IPC where all the outlets for brands...

The bridge linking to the IPC where all the outlets for brands…

List of outlets

List of outlets

Breakfast

Breakfast

Got egg station... nice

Got egg station… nice

They have puta mayam too! It's been a long time since I ate this!

They have puta mayam too! It's been a long time since I ate this!

My more cheese inside omelette.

My more cheese inside omelette.

Breakfast part 2

Breakfast part 2

Behind the hotel is one street of good food and drinks!

Behind the hotel is one street of good food and drinks!

Review – Very business style 4 star hotel, somewhere in the middle range. Located in Damansara area where the rich lives. Overall is quite a nice hotel.

Amenities – Bath: Basic. Room: Flat screen, chill sofa, work desk, free wifi. Not too bad. But the towels stank of too much bleach and didn't dry properly. So I asked the housekeeping to change them.

Service – Pretty good service but check in timing was a little too long.

Sleep Quality – Beds are comfy, sound proofing is quite good.

Breakfast – Brekkie is okay as compared to the other 4 stars. Food quality served are pretty cheap types.

RTS (Return To Stay) – Maybe not.

Overall – 3.5/5.

Contact Details – www.royalebintangthecurve.com

Friday, 15 August 2014

Starwood Hotels & Resort Malaysia: Four Points and Le Meridien ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

Starwood <b>Hotels</b> & Resort <b>Malaysia</b>: Four Points and Le Meridien <b>...</b> - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


Starwood <b>Hotels</b> & Resort <b>Malaysia</b>: Four Points and Le Meridien <b>...</b>

Posted: 11 Jun 2014 11:08 PM PDT

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide today announced it has signed an agreement with IOI Properties Group to manage two hotels – Four Points by Sheraton Puchong and Le Méridien Putrajaya, slated to open in the fall of 2014 and 2015, respectively. These two new hotels will add 599 rooms to Starwood's robust portfolio in the country and reflect Starwood's desire to expand into the fast-growing districts of Malaysia. Puchong and Putrajaya are part of the Klang Valley area, which includes Kuala Lumpur and its suburbs and adjoining cities and towns in the state of Selangor.

"We are delighted to announce the signings of Four Points by Sheraton and Le Méridien in the Klang Valley, underscoring our expansion plans in Malaysia, one of the world's most dynamic destinations," said Chuck Abbott, Regional Vice President, Southeast Asia, Starwood Hotels & Resorts. "We look forward to further strengthening our footprint in the country as we welcome these two hotels into our portfolio."

"IOI Properties is happy to partner Starwood Hotels and Resorts to expand the Four Points by Sheraton and Le Méridien brands in the Klang Valley," said Lee Yeow Seng, Chief Executive Officer, IOI Properties Group Berhad. "The hotels will be considered landmark developments within the two townships and contribute positively towards their growth and our portfolio."

"Malaysia's strong economic growth and healthy tourism arrivals present us with a very exciting growth opportunity," said Matthew Fry, Senior Vice President, Acquisition & Development, Asia Pacific, Starwood Hotels & Resorts. "Starwood's development in the fast growing districts of Puchong and Putrajaya will enable us to cater to Malaysia's growing middle class and the increased number of business and leisure travelers in the market."

Starwood currently operates 12 hotels in the country's key destinations, including Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Penang, Kota Kinabalu, Sandakan, and Kuching. In addition to Four Points by Sheraton Puchong and Le Méridien Putrajaya, Starwood's Malaysian pipeline includes: The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur, W Kuala Lumpur, Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel, Sheraton Desaru Hotel, and Four Points by Sheraton Kota Kinabalu.

Four Points by Sheraton Puchong

Scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2014, Four Points by Sheraton Puchong is strategically located in the heart of Puchong's developing new business district, Puchong Financial Corporate Centre (PFCC) at Bandar Puteri Puchong. Puchong is a major town in the Petaling district of Selangor, Malaysia and is situated midway between Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya, the federal administrative capital. The hotel is located about 32 kilometers from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport; and is approximately a 20-minute drive to the Kuala Lumpur city Centre. The hotel will be conveniently accessible by public transportation, and only be a short walk from the LRT station due for completion in the first quarter of 2016.

Four Points by Sheraton Puchong will feature 249 stylish and contemporary guestrooms, including 12 executive suites designed for an unencumbered, comfortable stay. The hotel will also feature a total of 1,110 square meters of meeting space, including an 800-square- meter grand ballroom. Additionally, the hotel will have a swimming pool, two food and beverage venues including the brand's signature restaurant, The Eatery, a fitness Centre, and a variety of other amenities such as free Wi-Fi, free bottled water and free coffee – all amenities that make the Four Points brand a favorite with travelers worldwide.

Upon completion, Four Points by Sheraton Puchong will be the fifth Four Points by Sheraton property in Malaysia, following the success of the brand in Langkawi, Sandakan, Kuching and the recently opened Four Points Penang.

Le Méridien Putrajaya

Strategically located in Malaysia's federal administrative capital, Le Méridien Putrajaya will be situated in close proximity to the city's commercial and retail areas, including the IOI City Mall, which is slated to open late this year. The hotel will offer 350 contemporary guestrooms, all outfitted with the signature Le Méridien BedÒ. Le Méridien Putrajaya will feature two innovative restaurants concepts, fitness Centre, spa facilities, and a swimming pool. The hotel will have more than 1,630 square meters of state-of-the-art meeting and event space, including a grand ballroom.

Le Méridien Putrajaya will also feature the signature Le Méridien Hub™, which re-interprets the traditional lobby into a social gathering place, and further builds on the brand's award-winning arrival experience and coffee culture. Le Méridien arrival consists of four elements: large-scale artwork in high impact areas; the sensory experience, illustrated through Le Méridien signature scent, sound and use of light; UNLOCK ART™ program, featuring artist designed key card collections that offer access to Le Méridien affiliated contemporary cultural centers in the city; and a 24-hour curated soundtrack by French Bossa Nova band Nouvelle Vague. The Hub features the signature Master Barista, a recently launched initiative to meet the growing demands of coffee lovers at every Le Méridien hotel worldwide. Master Baristas lead coffee-related initiatives at each hotel, serve as a coffee cultural ambassador, and maintain knowledge of current coffee trends within the destination.

Le Méridien Putrajaya will be the brand's third hotel in Malaysia after Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur and Le Méridien Kota Kinabalu.
For more information on Four Points by Sheraton and Le Méridien please visit www.starwoodhotels.com

Luxury <b>Hotels in Malaysia</b> | Kiwi Collection

Posted: 16 Apr 2010 05:33 PM PDT

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Wednesday, 13 August 2014

Starwood to Open Le Méridien Hotel in Malaysia | Frequent ... - Hotel in Malaysia Blog

Starwood to Open Le Méridien <b>Hotel in Malaysia</b> | Frequent <b>...</b> - Hotel in Malaysia Blog


Starwood to Open Le Méridien <b>Hotel in Malaysia</b> | Frequent <b>...</b>

Posted: 13 Jun 2014 10:55 AM PDT

By Karin Sun on 13 June 2014
A Starwood hotel room

A Starwood hotel room

Starwood announced it will open a new Le Méridien hotel in Putrajaya, a city in the Klang Valley region of Malaysia, in 2015. The new hotel, called Le Méridien Putrajaya, will be located close to the city's commercial district.

The property will have 350 guestrooms, two restaurants, a pool, fitness center, and spa. The hotel will also have 17,545 square feet (1,630 square meters) of meeting and event space, including a grand ballroom.

Guests will have access to a master coffee barista and free entrance to select museums and cultural centers in the surrounding area upon presentation of their key cards.  In addition, large-scale artwork will be displayed throughout the hotel's public spaces.

Le Méridien Putrajaya will be located within walking distance of many shopping and dining venues, including the IOI City Mall, which is slated to open later this year.

Starwood currently operates nearly 1,200 properties in 100 countries worldwide. The new hotel will be the third Le Méridien brand establishment to open in Malaysia, after Le Méridien Kuala Lumpur and Le Mériden Kota Kinabalu.

(Photo: Accura Media Group)

Alphaland sells stake in Shangri-La <b>hotel</b> to <b>Malaysia&#39;s</b> Kuok Group

Posted: 30 Apr 2014 04:17 AM PDT

InterAksyon.com means BUSINESS

MANILA - The property firm of former trade minister Roberto V. Ongpin has sold its entire stake in the Shangri-La at the Fort to the property arm of Malaysia's Kuok Group.

In a disclosure to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Alphaland Corp said its wholly owned subsidiary completed today a deal to sell its 20 percent interest in the hotel to units of Shang Properties Inc for a cash consideration of P1.7 billion.

The upscale leisure developer's divestment comes at a time when it is faced with difficulties, stemming from its dispute with former controlling shareholder Ashmore Group.

According to Alphaland, the UK-based fund had refused to fund the property developer and had intended to divest but has yet to find a buyer for its stake. Banks had declined to lend money to Alphaland amid uncertainty over the ownership structure of the Philippine firm.

Alphaland last January called for more capital from shareholders, allowing the Ongpin group to wrest control of the property developer.

The PSE has suspended trading of Alphaland shares since January 20 as the bourse evaluates the repercussions of a disclosure related to the alleged simulated sale of the company's shares in 2012 so the firm can maintain its listed status. The bourse is also reviewing the leisure developer's recent issuance of shares pursuant to a property swap and capital call.

Last month, the PSE found Alphaland in violation of its rules for failure to submit full, fair, accurate and timely disclosures of material information. Citing the property firm's repeated violations of disclosures rules, the bourse initiated involuntary delisting procedures over the company and its securities.

Alphaland is entitled to a delisting hearing under the Exchange's Rules on Delisting.

Container <b>Hotel</b> (Kuala Lumpur, <b>Malaysia</b>) | WANDERLUST

Posted: 11 Jun 2014 08:35 PM PDT

(photo credits: http://www.containerhotel.com.my

 I have never thought that staying in a budget hotel can be this comfortable.  Don't get me wrong, I also like luxury hotels and the feeling that it gives, but during my trip to Malaysia I'm up for some adventure! I have booked my reservation through www.booking.com, they don't charge fees whatsoever for the reservation, you will only need a credit card to guarantee your booking with them and you will pay the total amount on the hotel itself when you arrive.

Our check in time should be before 2pm, but the hotel is so kind that they have acknowledged my emai that we will be arriving around 8pm since Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 is less than an hour from the City Centre. We stayed there for 1 night, and the experience is amazing! the place is designed very well made out of containers and even the rooms! Yes, even the rooms!  And the place has Wifi too!

Container Hotel is an eco-friendly hotel that emphasises on going green, plus it wont hurt your wallet, and how they design the place is very artistic and one of a kind!  Located at No 1, Jalan Delima, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, approx. 10 -15 minutes from Petronas Tower.

They have 4 types of rooms:

1. OUTGOING  (Double Decker Single Bed ( Dormitory )

Outgoing

(photo credits: http://www.containerhotel.com.my

2. ADVENTURE  (1 Super Single Bed)

Adventure

(photo credits: http://www.containerhotel.com.my

where we actually stayed for a night. and it is sooooo cool! ( i mean it!  )

3. CONSERVATIVE (1 Queen Bed) 

Conservative

4. OUTGOING  (group)

Outgoing - Group

You will meet a lot of back-packers too who's also up for an adventure!

Here are some photos I  took during my stay 

the container rooms

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if you are staying at an adventure room like we did, you will need to use this panel with this huge mirror, what is more beautiful when you meet people while brushing your teeth or scrubbing your face? haha 
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look how Zen-type it is… 
Imagethis is the shared bathroom and comfort room

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the Zen-type Comfortable lounge, so you can have a seat and grab some Ice-cold beer, and well of course meet new people!  they serve coffee, bread with spreads and tea for free! :) 

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Some of their designs that I find very nice … 

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Well, it was indeed a one-of-a-kind stay and experience, gave me a different feeling of excitement and let me explore other place to stay.  The Hotels Supervisor/Crew JB is very nice! We had a good laugh talking about the hotel and Malaysia! You might wanna give it a shot!

Over all, my verdict during my stay is (comparing to other budget hostels/hotels) :

Rating : 8.5/10  (Very Good)

Price: 4 /5 stars (very cheap room starts at 85RM)

Facilities: 3.5 /5 stars

Location: 4/5 stars

Service: 5/5 stars

Useful Links and Information/s you might find helpful: 

They were ranked #10 out of 254 B&B and Inn in Kuala Lumpur  by Tripadvisor

To book your stay or to know more about Container Hotel  – http://www.containerhotel.com.my/

*this post is not sponsored and not paid, purely my reviews and opinion about the hotel

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