8 Best Hotels In Malaysia, Truly Asia
For those who are wonder what are the Best Hotels In Malaysia…
Well, this beautiful country has much to offer; from beautiful beaches and highlands to its culture and history, many reasons to be on your bucket list.
But before you, there are few things to note to plan your trip better, especially to know that Malaysia is divided into two distinct regions,
Peninsular Malaysia where the capital (Kuala Lumpur) is situated, and East Malaysia which separated 600km from Peninsular Malaysia.
And of course, if you already know where to go, the next best thing to know is which hotel at Malaysia that could make your trip even better!
So, keep reading to find out more.
Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru for shopping malls, designer bags and great restaurants.
One of the cities you have to visit are Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru, that’s located in the Southern part of Malaysia.
It is the first and second largest city in Malaysia that offers cheap weekend shopping heaven,
plenty of luxurious Malaysia hotels, cultures, and all yummy food to eat and explore!
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1. 8 Kia Peng Suites
One of the best hotel at Malaysia that’s strategically located in the Golden Triangle
(Kuala Lumpur’s main shopping nightlife district, which Bukit Bintang and KLCC for shopping, Petronas Twin Tower for business, and Changkat Bukit Bintang for clubs and nightlife)
for the most convenient experience for KL nightlife and shopping.
8 Kia Peng Suites is one of the luxurious hotels at Malaysia that comes with great ambience, very nice location, and nicest of amenities with affordable rates.
This is also one of hotels near University Malaya, Malaysia.
There are a couple of facilities you can enjoy within the property, including Sky Lounge,
one of few hotels at Kuala Lumpur that have Olympic-sized infinity pool,
outdoor jacuzzi overlooking the city’s skyline, kids’ pool, and gym.
Photo credits 8 Kia Peng Suites
Related: What to do and see in Kuala Lumpur’s Golden Triangle
Just like the name, all rooms here are suites and the types of accommodation ranges,
between one room with a duplex, two bedrooms, two bedrooms and one duplex, and penthouse.
It is family-friendly room where they provide additional bedroom with a single bed (duplex).
Not many hotel at Malaysia have apartment-like amenities, but this hotel does.
The rooms are spacious and comes with separated living room hotels KLCC view, fully equipped kitchenette, washer and dryer, and iron with iron board.
Photo credits 8 Kia Peng Suites
8 Kia Peng Suites Kuala Lumpur
Rate starts from $65 or MYR 286 in low season.
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2. Banyan Tree, Kuala Lumpur
If you want to feel the experience of having a jacuzzi for yourself, look no more as this hotel at Malaysia offer a room that comes with private jacuzzi.
Note that there are not many hotel Malaysia with private jacuzzi, so this property is pretty special.
Located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur, Banyan Tree Hotel is connected to several shopping centers and other lavish hotels.
A number of attractions are just a stone throw away, such as the Petronas Twin Towers, KLCC Park and Imbi market.
The closest MRT and monorail station, Bukit Bintang, is just 10-minute walk from the hotel lobby, while the airport is around 45 minutes by car.
Photo credits Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur
Anticipate extreme unwinding from the minute you step through the lobby.
The hotel is genuine sanctuary within the middle of a bustling city, it’s no wonder it’s such a well known hotels at KL.
The oval bathtub here will make you want to stay inside all day! Arranging a sentimental romantic date with your partner?
Book a night at a room that comes with either a big whirlpool tub or a private unwinding pool with scenery of the KL city horizon.
This hotel is worthy to be named as the best KL hotels 5 star.
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As a hotel Malaysia private pool, this boutique hotel has magnificent views from the room and is equipped with oval shaped baths,
and even some rooms have a private pool in the room.
There is a tiny but well-equipped gym center and the great Banyan Tree Spa,
which offers everything from foot reflexology to anti-aging facials and three-hour long wellness customs including body scrub, bubble showers and body massage.
Photo credits Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur
Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur
Rate starts at MYR 1,356
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3. Hard Rock Hotel, Desaru Coast
For those whose tired of shopping all day, you can visit Desaru that’s located only an hour’s drive from Johor Bahru
to visit Desaru Coast Adventure Waterpark or just simply picnic on the beach with the whole family!
There’s many hotel at Desaru Johor that’s offering resort-like vibes that’s worth checking out,
including Hard Rock Hotel which has better advantage than other hotels at Malaysia;
its private entry to Desaru Adventure Waterpark!
this hotel is named as one of best hotel at Malaysia.
The lobby is spacious and some of the area are overlooking the waterpark.
Other than the views, the property also have impressive facilities,
such as a catalogue where guests can choose among 20 options of guitars or record player with a set of old vinyl records to borrow,
music-themed outdoor pool that comes with underwater speaker,
spa room that use vibrations, pressures and patters from amplified music as basis of treatment,
kids’ club, and a list of in-house restaurants and bar to choose from.
Related: What to do in Desaru
Photo credits Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast
Not only their awesome facilities, but they also offers nicely curated rooms for singles, couples even families.
The biggest and most luxurious room like Rock Star Suite has an apartment-style layout with a kitchen and 7 feet long pool table.
But most of the rooms are spacious and comes with a balcony.
This is one of best Malaysia hotels that’s worth checking out.
Related: Read more hotels at Johor Bahru here. (attach hotels at Johor Bahru)
Hard Rock Hotel Desaru Coast
Rate starts from $160 or MYR 702 in low season
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Langkawi for international-style resort and picture-postcard beaches.
For those who’s coming to Malaysia for a total relaxation, tanning days, and watersport adventure, head over to Langkawi, Malaysia!
It is famous for being one of Malaysia’s best island to enjoy great food, excellent diving experience, and of course the most luxurious resort at Malaysia.
Some hotels even have their own private pool! Here we list one of best hotel at Langkawi:
4. The Danna Langkawi
One of hotel Malaysia with private pool is The Danna Langkawi, that’s located on the west coast of the island,
with direct access to one of Malaysia’s best beach, Kok Beach.
The best thing is that the hotel also have an artificial island for protecting a sheltered harbour rom possible tsunamis,
so the hotel is pretty much safe to stay in.
The Danna have a white-washed colonial style exterior with stylish and modern interiors that gives out a classic vibe,
and comes with a garden of lush greenery and fish ponds that reinforces the peace and tranquillity in the hotel.
Photo credits The Danna Langkawi
The hotel provides in-house features that named them as one of best Malaysia hotels, such as three-tier pool, outdoor hot tub,
a spa and nine treatment rooms, a fitness room, a games room with billiard, snooker and board games, and a library.
All guests will get a complimentary shoulder massages upon check in. there are also four restaurants to choose from!
Photo credits The Danna Langkawi
There are only 125 very spacious rooms and suites that’s arrange over four floors.
The décor is limited, with colonial hints, dim woods, that comes with balconies with either ocean, pool, yar, rainforest or marina views.
The Beach Villa type of room named this hotel as one of hotel Malaysia with private pool.
Photo credits The Danna Resort Langkawi
The Danna Resort Langkawi
Rate starts from $369 or MYR 1620 in low season
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5. The Datai Langkawi
Another hotel at Malaysia that’s worth to splurge on is The Datai Langkawi that’s set on a 46-acre location,
which extends to a shielded shoreline of vanilla sand on one side and surrounded by 10-million-year-old virgin rainforest.
Named as one of hotels at Malaysia tha’s perfect for serene and relaxing staycation,
the Datai Langkawi feels like a safe house for nature enjoyers as guests can fine some of Malaysia’s fauna,
like flying lemurs, leaf monkeys, incredible hornbill feathered birds and hundreds of butterfly species all around the property;
sharing their territory feels like a remarkable experience and all the visitors will be enchanted by everyday natural life sightings.
Photos credit The Datai Langkawi
The facilities also support The Datai’s mission to co-habiting with the ecosystem around the property.
Other than having adults-only and family pools, gym and yoga pavilion, the Datai also has a Nature Center with mini-laboratories,
which allow families to learn about ecology, rainforest treks that lead by naturalists, and permaculture-garden as the Datai’s commitment to sustainability.
Photo credits The Datai Langkawi
Each of The Datai’s rooms, suites and estates offers rainforest views that is perfectly serene and relaxing.
It is generously sized with balconies and smart bathrooms, though you have to make sure to keep the balcony doors locked at all times to lest monkeys break in into the villa.
If you’re looking for Hotel Malaysia with private pool, make sure to book into the Rainforest Villa that comes with 10-metre pool and lush greenery.
The Datai Langkawi
Rate starts from $846 or MYR 3,750
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KL Sentral area and KL International Airport area for convenience stay.
If you’re looking for hotel at Malaysia with the best location, make sure to book into hotels around KL Sentral.
For those who don’t know yet, KL Sentral is Malaysia’s largest transit hub that’s seamlessly linking all urban and suburban residential,
commercial, and industrial areas, making hotels around KL Sentral as one of the best hotels at Malaysia.
6. Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Located just across KL Sentral, this upscale property of Hilton has 10 restaurants, and beautiful views of the skyline and nearby lake.
Most of guests’ restaurant recommendations are Chambers Bar & Grill for aged meats and grilled seafood, and Zeta bar for late cocktails and live band.
Not only famous for its prime location, this hotel at KL Sentral area also offers many features that you can enjoy with your partner or your kids.
There are two pools which one of it has waterslide and lazy river-like, spa, massive fitness centre, a private lounge, and stylish event space.
Photo credits Hilton Kuala Lumpur
There are many reasons that made this property into one of our best Malaysia hotels list;
and one of the reasons is its sophisticated rooms that overlooks the city’s skyline or the nearby lake garden.
Can’t lie about this, this hotel probably one of hotels in KL Sentral with best view.
All rooms are spacious and comes with separate showers and tubs.
Photo credits Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Hilton Kuala Lumpur
Rate starts from as low as $120 or MYR 530
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Genting Highlands for fresh air and casinos.
Another tourist spot to go in Malaysia is Genting Highlands,
a perfect place for weekend getaway that’s offering integrated resort development, casinos, shopping malls and theme park.
It is the only legal gambling spot in Malaysia, or sometimes get called as mini Las Vegas on a mountain top.
Located only 35 km away from Malaysia, this place has fresh air and beautiful greenery landscape, and some of beautiful hotels at Malaysia.
7. Crockfords Hotel Malaysia
If you’re looking for luxurious hotel at Genting Highlands, you can book into Crockfords Hotel, which is the newest hotel among other hotels in Genting Highlands.
Since it is located within Resorts World Genting, the property also only steps away from SkyAvenue Mall, SkyCasino and the SkyTropolis Indoor theme park.
But there is notable difference between Crockfords and other hotels at Genting;
its discreetly entrance that’s tucked away from the bustling activity at Resorts World, which enhancing its brand as an exclusive property.
It is the only hotel at Malaysia that get Forbes’ award.
Photo credits Crockfords Hotel
Taking its name from the gaming club of the same name in Mayfair, London,
Crockfords brings British poshness into Genting Highlands, with its classy black with flashes of bold colours and glossy brass in their elegant lobby.
Some of the rooms also comes with a butler that’s ready to assist guests to maximize its luxurious concept.
And some more (such as Junior Suite) boasts its stunning mountainous landscapes and sunrise view on a clear day.
Unlike any other hotels at Genting Highlands, this is truly a place where you can enjoy your time just being in the room and within the hotel,
where you can enjoy breakfast in the room and get complimentary cocktail at the Bar if you’re staying for more than two nights.
Related: Find out more about hotels in Genting Highlands .
Photo credits Crockfords Hotel
Crockfords Hotel
Rate starts from $342 or MYR 1500
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8. First World Hotel
This is the most famous hotel in Genting, called Genting First World. It come’s offering one of the most beautiful landscape in malaysia.
Located at the top of Genting, it is one of the best value for money.
A perfect location for an easy accessible Vegas-entertainment and amazing dining and shopping experience.
It is closely connected to SkyAvenue mall which put you in good hands for the low price point,
you get the most from light shows and performances, bowling alley, indoor theme park, igloos and snowfalls,
plus a tons of family friendly rides.
How to get there?
Take the Awana or Genting cable cars from the base of the mountain, which also let you experience amazing panoramic mountain views.
Photo source First World Hotel
This truly brings a lively ambience to Genting’s peaceful mountain landscape.
Hotel Genting Highland First World is hard not to miss with its three huge rainbow-colored hotels.
Photo source First World Hotel
First World Genting
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