After my relaxing few days in the Cameron Highlands, I still had a few days before my onward flight to Australia.
Feeling more energised after the break, I decided to spend these days back in Malaysia’s vibrant capital of Kuala Lumpur.
As this would be a five-night stay, I opted to use my Hilton Gold benefit of the fifth night free on award stays.
Although I was staying alone, I booked a Standard Twin, as this was the only smoking room available at the time of booking.
The room was comfortable and well appointed, with two decent sized beds, a couch, a desk and wardrobe space, along with a safe.
The bathroom was a good size and well furnished, with bathrobes and slippers provided.
The room was also equipped with a small refrigerator, with mineral water and a fruit platter provided.
Yes, that is an ashtray on the table. This hotel is now one of the few properties affiliated with the major chains, which still offer customers this freedom of choice.
By virtue of my Hilton Gold status, I was offered the standard amenity of a full breakfast each morning. In addition to this, I was offered an upgrade to an Executive room, which came with access to the executive lounge.
However, since all the executive category rooms were non-smoking, an agreement was reached, whereby I would stay in the lower room category, but retain the executive lounge access.
A high quality and well varied buffet breakfast, comprising both oriental and western dishes, was served in the hotel’s main restaurant.
In the afternoons and evening, snacks and drinks were also offered in the executive lounge, which offered a balcony with a city view.
An evening cocktail hour (in fact, two hours) was also offered in the executive lounge.
The property also has a swimming pool, which is very inviting in Malaysia’s warm, tropical climate.
I was not able to photograph the pool myself, due to its constant use. The following picture is courtesy of the hotel website.
My five-night stay came at a total cost of 80,000 Hilton points, to which I ascribe a value of around $400 or £320. Considering the amenities and benefits I received, I thought this was outstanding value.
This is a very comfortable property, I had a very enjoyable experience. I would be more than happy to return if I found myself in the Kuala Lumpur area for a few days again.
