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- The Danna <b>Hotel</b> on Langkawi, <b>Malaysia</b> | Go - Eat - Do
- Best Western opens a new luxury <b>hotel in Malaysia</b> - Ftnnews
- <b>Hotel</b> Booking mobile app, HotelQuickly now in <b>Malaysia</b>
- <b>Hotel</b> Review: <b>Hotel</b> de ART, Shah Alam (<b>Malaysia</b>) – Where to Stay <b>...</b>
- A brand new capsule <b>hotel</b> just opened…in <b>Malaysia</b> | RocketNews24
| The Danna <b>Hotel</b> on Langkawi, <b>Malaysia</b> | Go - Eat - Do Posted: 06 Dec 2014 03:00 AM PST A doorman wearing a khaki uniform, a pith helmet and a smile and welcomes me to the Danna hotel on Langkawi, Malaysia. The tall, arched windows of the airy, marble-floored lobby remind me of those in Colonial era buildings over on peninsula Malaysia and Singapore. A member of staff greets me with a tray bearing cool, floral scented towels and offers a glass of refreshing juice. I hand my passport to the receptionist and she bids me to sit down. A masseuse swiftly goes to work on my neck and shoulders. Five minutes later, when the welcome massage is complete, I'm handed my room key. The check-in process has proven unexpectedly pleasant. I'm allocated one of the Grant Merchant Class rooms, up on the fourth floor. The spacious room has a king-sized four-poster bed; a romantic touch that's also a reminder of the days when mosquito nets were a nightly requirement in this region. Standing on my balcony I look to the forested hillside then down at the shops within Telaga Harbour Park, adjacent to the hotel. A retractable screen by the bathtub divides the bathroom from the bedroom. Pulling it back means I'll be able to have a steep while watching live Premier League football on the 42-inch flat-screen television. Inside the bathroom I find his and hers toiletries by twin wash basins. There's also a walk-in rainfall shower. Down on the ground floor I head to Straits and Co for a tiffin lunch that includes traditional Malaysian dishes such as beef rending and steamed vegetables. The round, marble-topped tables and wicker-backed chairs are reminiscent of a Continental café. I learn this is also the spot to head for afternoon tea. After lunch I decide to explore my surroundings and pop into the library, above Straits and Co. The neighbouring room hosts a games room with a selection of board games. I learn that in Sahibba, the Malaysian version of Scrabble, the letter A scores 11 points before entering the pool room. When I first heard about the Danna the idea of swimming lengths in the hotel's 51.20 metre infinity pool was one of its chief attractions but picking up a cue to play a couple of frames is also a means of unwinding. I continue my tour up on the fifth floor, peeking into the fitness room before spending a relaxing hour on a massage bench, allowing a diminutive masseuse to knead knots out from between my shoulder blades. Dinner is served in the Planter's, the restaurant overlooking the pool. I select a Malaysian-style chicken perchik curry, served in a halved coconut with steamed rice. I see the chefs at work in the open kitchen but feel it would be inappropriate to ask them how they prepared the dish. After eating I walk past the poolside – where barbecue buffets are held each Friday evening, accompanied by live music and dancing – in order to take a stroll along the Danna's private beach. Before retiring I head the Veranda bar for a nightcap. The uniformed barman suggests a house special, based on the Mojito, and I agree. Sipping it, I watch a singer and a guitarist perform their set then head up to my bedroom. Further information The Danna (tel. +60 (4) 959 3288) stands within Telaga Harbour Park at Pantai Kok on Langkawi. Getting there The Danna is 11km north-west of Langkawi International Airport, a 15-minute drive by taxi. Malaysia Airlines flies twice daily between London Heathrow and Kuala Lumpur International Airport and offers connections to Langkawi. Nearby attractions Langkawi Cable Car, also known as the Skycab, runs 2.2km, over dense rainforest, to a viewing platform at the summit of Gunung Machicang, 700 metres above sea level. The Skycab's base station stands within Oriental Village, which also hosts the Skydome, into which 3D films are projected.  A bedroom with a 4-poster bed at the Danna hotel on Langkawi, Malaysia. .  |
| Best Western opens a new luxury <b>hotel in Malaysia</b> - Ftnnews Posted: 27 Oct 2014 07:48 AM PDT Best Western International's rapid expansion in Malaysia continues with the addition of a stunning new luxury hotel in the Genting Highlands. The company is going to manage the brand new BEST WESTERN PREMIER Ion Delemen, Genting Highlands, which is currently under construction and will open in the first quarter of 2016. "We are making tremendous progress with the expansion of our portfolio in Malaysia, especially in terms of our high-end hotel products," said Glenn de Souza, Best Western International's Vice President of International Operations for Asia & Middle East.
Nestled amidst the cooling jungle-clad hills of Peninsular Malaysia, the 500-room BEST WESTERN PREMIER Ion Delemen, Genting Highlands, will showcase its spectacular surroundings with a series of amenities that overlook the verdant mountains. Upon arrival guests will be taken up to the Sky Lobby to check-in, overlooking the forest canopy. The Sky Café will offer a picturesque place to grab bite to eat, while the Sky Garden is an ideal setting in which to relax and enjoy the natural landscapes, surrounded by rippling water features. And the rooftop deck and fire pit provides the perfect venue to unwind at the end of the day. The hotel's outstanding array of facilities is completed by an infinity-edged swimming pool, a spa, fitness center, sauna, multi-purpose events hall, restaurant and children's playground. Guests will also be able to enjoy golf and horse riding, or take advantage of a wealth of retail and entertainment offerings nearby, which will soon include the world's first 20th Century Fox theme park. Best Western International currently operates four hotels in Malaysia, but such is the pace of the company's expansion in the country, this portfolio will jump to at least 16 hotels in the next three years. |
| <b>Hotel</b> Booking mobile app, HotelQuickly now in <b>Malaysia</b> Posted: 01 Dec 2014 11:48 PM PST HotelQuickly, the "last-minute" hotel booking app, now launched in Malaysia, offering hotel rates which are up to 28% cheaper compared to best price online at the last minute.  L-R: Sarah Lian (actress & tv personality), Tomas Laboutka (CEO & Co-Founder of HotelQuickly), Tan Wen Dee (HotelQuickly's Malaysia Marketing Manager) and Lee Yvonne (Ms Universe Malaysia 2012) Designed to help travelers find the best deals on last-minute hotel reservations, the mobile app includes new features such as a significant redesign, local hotspot guides in major cities, as well as full PayPal and TrustYou payment platform integration.
All hotels are hand-picked by the HotelQuickly team and the best-rated 3, 4, and 5 star hotels are listed on this app. Only the top 10 best deals will be shown to users on their chosen night, based on hotel ratings and highest discount rates, saving users the time scrolling through hundreds of hotels. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HotelQuickly currently has a network of hotels in 10 different locations throughout Malaysia, which includes all major cities and tourist destinations, it said. Some of the hotels include Best Western Premier Dua Sentral, GTower Hotel, Prince Hotel & Residences and Wolo Bukit Bintang. To use the app, users need to download the free HotelQuickly app, complete the registration process and then select the option to book the hotel for either today or tomorrow, up to 5 nights. Payment is made via a debit card, credit card or Paypal. Based in Hong Kong, HotelQuickly is available in more than 120 destinations in Asia-Pacific. HotelQuickly has secured USD 5.65m (RM 19m) from global investors since its launch in March 2013. Featuring more than 4,000 curated hotels, HotelQuickly is currently available in Australia, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Myanmar, Macau, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. The free app works on Android, iOS, and BlackBerry 10 devices. The app also supports multiple Asian languages such as English, Bahasa Melayu, Bahasa Indonesia, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Thai and Vietnamese. |
| <b>Hotel</b> Review: <b>Hotel</b> de ART, Shah Alam (<b>Malaysia</b>) – Where to Stay <b>...</b> Posted: 23 Nov 2014 08:00 AM PST Shah Alam is the capital city of Selangor. Although some said the city is boring, Shah Alam has a lot of attractions to be visited such as the Blue Mosque and i-City. One of the hotels that we can consider to stay at is Hotel de ART, located at Section 7, Shah Alam. ++++ PROS & AMENITIES  The reception area. Hotel de ART is categorized as a boutique budget hotel and people tend to have a negative perception with the word 'budget'. Nevertheless, this hotel is not your typical type of budget hotel. It is so artsy, it is also dubbed as the first art-themed hotel in Malaysia.  The ceiling at the reception. A classy look with a decent price. The first place that I went to was the reception area, to check-in. Despite its limited space, it is comfortable enough, with sofas for other members of the group to wait at and a TV to entertain them. They also sell can drinks apart from having a water dispenser there. The staff are also friendly, it was not a hassle during my check-in.  Waiting area at the reception. Hotel de ART has 58 rooms and all rooms have different themes such as Mickey Mouse, Lady Gaga and Paris. As for my room, I was assigned a nature-themed room and it suits me well since being an excursion from my busy days, having such a room definitely provide comfort for me.  The corridor at one of the floors. The room itself, though not so big, has many amenities. It has a prayer mat for Muslims, mosquito repellent, coffee facility and a working desk. So, if one is on a business trip, this hotel is comfortable enough yet will not burn a hole in the pocket.  The bed is so comfortable!  Trust me… I was there! As for the bed, I was really shocked when I lied down on it. It was so comfortable and the comforter was very thick, I fall asleep in the matter of second!  Working desk for the workaholic in you. Another amenity that I wish to highlight is the fact that it has water dispenser near the staircase, which is good if one wants a glass of ice-cold water. Hotel de ART also teamed-up with Hailam Kopitiam, so all guests will receive a voucher for free breakfast at the Kopitiam, situated downstairs. Though choices are limited, this is definitely a plus point for a boutique budget hotel.  This is so thoughtful. In terms of security, the access card is needed to access the main door (if your room is situated in a different block like mine) and the room. I would say that it is safe enough, as there are also CCTVs around. CONS & SETBACKS One of the setbacks for the hotel is the location. Although strategically located at Section 7 beside a lake, the means of public transportation to go here is mainly the taxi. There are Rapid KL buses but the frequency is unreliable.  The spotless bathroom. Apart from that, this hotel is separated into 3 different blocks. The block where my room was located has no lift and it could be a hassle for the elderly and for those who bring a lot of luggages.  The coffee making facility. Choices for coffee making is also limited as they only give a sachet of Nescafe 3-in-1, but since this is a boutique budget hotel, I don't consider that as something that is too serious.  Having the Jumbo is a bless. Overall, this is a really nice hotel to stay in. If you want a short staycation or on a business trip, or just want to stay in a hotel once in a while, this hotel is definitely worth the price you paid for. +++++ Hotel de ART is an art-themed boutique hotel situated at Section 7, Shah Alam, near UiTM 2nd gate. For bookings and enquiries, do visit their website or contact them at: No 3, Jalan Kristal AS7/AS, T: +603 5518 0975 / 55180976 Rating (Maximum 5 stars):
Overall: 3.71 stars [ 74.3%] +++++ I would like to personally thank Ms. Jenny of Hotel de ART for making my stay at the hotel possible. Kindly be informed that all the contents/reviews are of my personal views. +++++ 'Where To Stay' is the series for hotels/hostels/accommodations reviews by The Best Things In Life. |
| A brand new capsule <b>hotel</b> just opened…in <b>Malaysia</b> | RocketNews24 Posted: 20 Jun 2014 01:57 AM PDT
Capsule hotels were something of an anomaly when first introduced to the world through pictures taken in Japan. But it seems the compact rental sleeping areas are catching on abroad. If you thought Japan was the only place you could crawl into a compartment just longer than your body, you'll be surprised to find that you can now have a similar claustrophobic experience in Malaysia. Conveniently located in the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA2), "Capsule" by eco-friendly hotel chain, Container Hotel, is a capsule hotel designed for short overnight stays or quick freshen ups between flights. It is the very first of its kind in Malaysia and has a somewhat industrial feel to it.
▼ It almost looks like a warehouse, complete with shipping crate-style walls. The official Capsule by Container Hotel website asserts that their hotel is "great for a short stay, and for people who are trendsetters, value-smart, and eager to experience a Capsule styled lodging without worrying about lengthy stop-over." Judging from the photos, each sleeping compartment looks pretty comfortable, with even a small "entryway" to place your slippers.
▼ It has a very sleek, minimalist feel. Each capsule comes with a few convenient amenities (though no TV like the capsule hotels in Japan): • 2 Pillows However, hallways and corridors of the hotel look like something straight out of a sci-fi thriller.
But despite its somewhat creepy design, there are a number of other common-area features listed on the website to make you feel nice and comfortable:
If you find yourself with a lot of time to spend in Kuala Lumpur International Airport, the check-in process to start your "hassle-free, artful, and unique experience" is easy. Simply receive your access card, locker key, and amenity bag with towel at the front desk. Next, place your belongings in your locker and exchange your shoes for a pair of slippers. From there, you're free to use the hotel's showers, common areas, or crawl into your cubby hole for some rest. ▼ Washroom ▼ Showers A three, six, or twelve hour stay is priced at RM45 (US$14), RM70 ($21), and RM90 ($28); a very reasonable price even considering the small size of the accommodations. Reservations are encouraged, so be sure to stop by the Capsule website prior to your stay. With clean facilities, convenient amenities, and a very reasonable price, we wonder if more international hotels will take a cue from Capsule by Container Hotel and bring this Japanese-original even further abroad. Images: Capsule Container |
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