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Exterior view, Ming Garden Residence in Kota Kinabalu
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Swimming pool [outdoor], Ming Garden Residence in Kota Kinabalu
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Ming Garden Residence

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8.1

Excellent

1,206 reviews

1,206 reviews

Housekeeping17
Breakfast7
Car Park5
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7.7

Very good

Location rating score

Very good location - Inside city center
Popular neighborhood
Excellent for walking
Parking
FREE
Walkable places
KK Times Square

240 m

Wawasan Plaza

260 m

Sembulan River Park

280 m

Imago Shopping Mall

330 m

Star City Mall

440 m

Popular landmarks
Mamutik Island

720 m

Night Market

1.1 km

Sabah State Museum

1.2 km

Gaya Street Sunday Market

1.6 km

Kota Kinabalu City Mosque

1.8 km

Closest landmarks
Consulate of Indonesia

180 m

Police HQ

280 m

Tourism Malaysia

600 m

Riverson The Walk

620 m

Gleneagles Kota Kinabalu

650 m

Ming Garden Residence

Lorong Ming Garden, Jalan Coastal, Central Business District, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000 - See map

The car parking and the Wi-Fi are always free, so you can stay in touch and come and go as you please. Strategically situated in Central Business District, allowing you access and proximity to local attractions and sights. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Sapi Island. Rated with 4 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to massage, restaurant and fitness center on-site.

Highlights

Located in heart of Kota Kinabalu

Front desk [24-hour]

Airport transfer

250 meters to public transportation

Inside city center

This property has self-selected and self-certified the following hygiene measures.Learn more
Safety Features
Staff trained in safety protocol
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Preventative Equipment
Hand sanitizer
Free face masks
Health and Medical
First aid kit
Facilities

Front desk [24-hour]

Valet parking

Shuttle service

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Fitness center

Swimming pool [outdoor]

Luggage storage

Golf course [on-site]

This property is in high demand!

4 travelers have booked today.

Value for money7.8
Distance to city center0.5 KM
Location rating7.7
Nearest airportKota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Distance to airport5.7 km

Rooms available at Ming Garden Residence

Very good
Room comfort & quality

7.7

Superior Apartment
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  • Room size: 27 m²/291 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed or 2 single beds
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2 Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 74 m²/797 ft²
  • Courtyard view
  • 1 single bed and 1 double b...
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1 Bedroom Apartment
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  • Room size: 44 m²/474 ft²
  • City view
  • 2 single beds or 1 double b...
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Executive Suite
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Shower
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One Bedroom Superior Residence
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Shower
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One Bedroom Deluxe Residence
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Shower
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Deluxe Double or Twin Room
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Shower
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Room Assigned on Arrival
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Shower
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Premium Double or Twin Room
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Shower
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Two Bedroom Residence
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  • Balcony/terrace
  • Shower
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Ming Garden Residence?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The serviced apartment offers luggage storage to guests for before check-in and after check-out. The front desk is always open, day or night.

How do I get to Ming Garden Residence?

A stay at Ming Garden Residence also comes with easy access to the neighborhoods around the hotel through the convenient shuttle service offered at the serviced apartment. For those who wish to drive their own cars, Ming Garden Residence has a car park right on site for maximum convenience. Parking is available for an additional charge. You can drive in and park yourself, or use valet service offered at the serviced apartment. If you're looking for an easy way to get around Kota Kinabalu with private transportation, the serviced apartment can arrange both taxis or car rental.

Is breakfast offered at Ming Garden Residence?

Start your mornings right, with the continental and buffet breakfast options offered at Ming Garden Residence.

What are my dining options at Ming Garden Residence?

Ming Garden Residence features an on-site restaurant for your dining convenience. To meet any special dietary requirements, halal diet is prepared with the utmost care and attention.

What is the smoking policy at Ming Garden Residence?

Ming Garden Residence does not permit smoking in any of its rooms, but allows smoking in designated areas.

What is the closest train, metro, or bus station to Ming Garden Residence?

South Bus Terminal is the closest train, metro, or bus station, about 270 m away from Ming Garden Residence.

What restaurants are nearby Ming Garden Residence?

Ming Garden Residence is located in Central Business District, famous for good restaurants such as Welcome Seafood Restaurant, Fatt Kee Seafood Restaurant and Kedai Kopi Yee Fung.

What popular shopping places are close to Ming Garden Residence?

Located in the Central Business District area, Ming Garden Residence is close to great shopping choices like Gaya Street Sunday Market, Night Market and Suria Sabah Shopping Mall.

What are popular attractions near Ming Garden Residence?

Guests at Ming Garden Residence can easily visit Poring Hot Springs, Kota Kinabalu City Mosque and Sabah State Museum located in the Central Business District area.

What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Ming Garden Residence?

Ming Garden Residence is located in the Central Business District area, which is famous for natural sightseeing destinations such as Kota Kinabalu Wetland Centre, Mount Kinabalu Botanical Garden and Kokol Hill.

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What people love about Ming Garden Residence

  • 7.6

    Very good
    Cleanliness

    "Affordable and clean rooms"

    Alif

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    December 26, 2022

  • 7.2

    Very good
    Cleanliness

    "Affordable, cozy, clean space"

    ɑtikɑ

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    October 4, 2022

  • 10

    Exceptional
    Location

    "Have a good facility and near the mall, very recomanded for everyone"

    JABREY

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    January 20, 2023

Property ranking|Compared to 1,879 Kota Kinabalu properties
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Room comfort score
7.7/10
Room size
48 sqm.
Couples review score
7.9/10
Cleanliness score
7.9/10
Better than
97
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Bigger than
94
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Better than
85
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Better than
83
%
of Kota Kinabalu properties
Overall rating:

8.1

Excellent
1,206 reviews
Cleanliness
7.8
Facilities
7.8
Location
7.7
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What travelers say they love:
Overall it was a nice hotel to stay here.
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Family with young children
More about Ming Garden Residence

More about Ming Garden Residence

Ming Garden Residence

You'll love the exceptional convenience during your stay at Ming Garden Residence, located right in the heart of the city center, with an easy access to everything in Kota Kinabalu.
Take advantage of a wealth of unrivaled services and amenities at Ming Garden Residence. Stay connected throughout your stay with free internet access provided. Your explorations of Kota Kinabalu can be assisted with taxi, car hire and shuttle services available. Parking is provided free of charge for guests.
You'll have no problem planning out your days and transportation needs with front desk services including concierge service, luggage storage and safety deposit boxes. The serviced apartment's ticket service and tours can even help you book tickets and reservations for entertainment and explorations. Wear your favorite outfits again and again thanks to the dry cleaning service and laundry service offered at Ming Garden Residence. In-room conveniences such as 24-hour room service, room service and daily housekeeping will make staying in a great choice.
You can also get small travel items and sundries at the convenience stores without having to leave the Ming Garden Residence. The serviced apartment is entirely non-smoking. Smoking may only take place in restricted designated areas.
Guestrooms are fitted with all the amenities you need for a good night's sleep. To enhance your stay, some rooms at the serviced apartment come with blackout curtains and air conditioning. The specially-designed rooms at Ming Garden Residence offer more than one layout option, including rooms that have separate living room and balcony or terrace. The serviced apartment's in-room entertainment is second to none, with television and cable TV provided to guests in select rooms.
You may be assured to know that a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker, instant coffee, instant tea and mini bar are available in some select rooms. You can stay fresh and clean with a hair dryer, toiletries, bathrobes and towels provided in some of the guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

Wake up with no worries at Ming Garden Residence, where breakfast can be provided in house. What's better than a good cup of coffee? Start every vacation day at the serviced apartment with an energizing cup of quality coffee. Throughout your stay, choose from a variety of delicious dining options at the serviced apartment. Regardless of any dietary restrictions you may have, you'll eat well at Ming Garden Residence which has a selection of halal options.
Once there, be sure to check out karaoke rooms, bar and nightclub for some in-house nighttime fun. The serviced apartment even has in-house cooking amenities such as shared kitchen for its most selective guests.
Throughout the day, you can enjoy the activities offered at Ming Garden Residence. Warm up at the end of the day with a visit to the massage and spa. The serviced apartment's on-site pool invites you every day for a cooling dip or a few refreshing laps. The serviced apartment's the poolside bar allows you to have the most casual of cocktail times with a mellow drink.
With the serviced apartment's fitness facility, you can either get in your daily workout, or just sweat out your jet lag. Test your skills! Get competitive with your travel group or other guests, at the serviced apartment's ping-pong table, yoga room and golf course on site. No need to go anywhere after dinner -- play with friends or family at the games room. You can find a perfect memento of your trip, or grab some simple travel supplies at the shops and souvenir shops.


Reasons to stay here

This serviced apartment's facilities score higher than 85% of accommodations in the city.
Verified reviews for this serviced apartment's food and dining options score it better than 98% of accommodations in the city.
This accommodation beats more than 97% of competition in the city on room comfort.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.8

Most talked about facilities

Breakfast

27 mentions

Housekeeping

21 mentions

Internet

11 mentions

Swimming Pool

10 mentions

Languages spoken
  • English
  • Chinese [Cantonese]
  • Chinese [Mandarin]
  • Malay
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Billiards
  • Fitness center
  • Game room
  • Golf course [on-site]
  • Karaoke
  • Massage
  • Nightclub
  • Spa
  • Spa/sauna
  • Swimming pool [indoor]
  • Swimming pool [outdoor]
  • Table tennis
  • Ticket services
  • Tours
  • Yoga room
Cleanliness and safety
  • Body thermometer
  • Daily disinfection in all rooms
  • Daily disinfection in common areas
  • Face coverings on staff
  • First aid kit
  • Free face masks
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Hygiene certification
  • Individually-wrapped food options
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Rooms sanitized between stays
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
  • Temperature check for guests and staff
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Breakfast [buffet]
  • Breakfast [continental]
  • Coffee shop
  • Happy hour
  • Kitchen
  • Poolside bar
  • Restaurant [halal]
  • Restaurants
  • Room service [24-hour]
  • Shared kitchen
Services and conveniences
  • Concierge
  • Convenience store
  • Currency exchange
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Doorman
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Gift/souvenir shop
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Shops
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
  • Xerox/fax in business center
For the kids
  • Family room
  • Kids meal
  • Swimming pool [kids]
Land sports
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
Getting around
  • Car park [charges apply]
  • Car park [free of charge]
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Rental car
  • Shuttle service
  • Taxi service
  • Valet parking
Available in all rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Blackout curtains
  • Carpeting
  • Closet
  • Clothes rack
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Complimentary tea
  • Desk
  • Free bottled water
  • Free instant coffee
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe box
  • Ironing facilities
  • Mirror
  • Non-smoking
  • Refrigerator
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Shower
  • Smoke detector
  • Smoking allowed
  • Toiletries
  • Towels
  • Wake-up service
  • Wi-Fi [free]

Location

Lorong Ming Garden, Jalan Coastal, Central Business District, Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, 88000
Very good
Location

7.7

Airports
  • Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
    5.7 km
  • Labuan Airport (LBU)
    117.9 km
Public transportation
  • South Bus Terminal
    280 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Gleneagles Kota Kinabalu
    650 m
Shopping
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    1.6 km
Convenience store
  • On-site
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    190 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Mamutik Island
    720 m
  • Night Market
    1.1 km
  • Sabah State Museum
    1.2 km
  • Gaya Street Sunday Market
    1.6 km
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque
    1.8 km
  • Signal Hill Observatory Platform
    2.0 km
  • Manukan Island
    7.6 km
  • Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park
    7.9 km
  • Sapi Island
    7.9 km
  • Poring Hot Springs
    15.3 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Consulate of Indonesia
    180 m
  • KK Times Square
    240 m
  • Wawasan Plaza
    260 m
  • Police HQ
    280 m
  • Sembulan River Park
    280 m
  • South Bus Terminal
    280 m
  • Imago Shopping Mall
    330 m
  • Star City Mall
    440 m
  • Airworld Travel & Tours
    470 m
  • Daihatsu Api-api Centre
    500 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-4 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib available upon request
Children 5-12 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until12:00
Getting around
  • Airport transfer fee5 MYR
  • Distance from city center0.5 KM
  • Travel time to airport (minutes)15
The property
  • Number of bars/lounges2
  • Number of floors11
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 356
  • Year property opened2010

Reviews of Ming Garden Residence from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
7.8
/
10
Cleanliness7.8
Facilities7.8
Location7.7
Room comfort and quality7.7
Service8.0
Value for money7.8
High score for Kota Kinabalu
Rating
9+ Exceptional (100)
8-9 Excellent (67)
7-8 Very Good (120)
6-7 Good (57)
<6 Below Expectation (102)
Time of the year
Mar - May (107)
Jun - Aug (128)
Sep - Nov (84)
Dec - Feb (127)

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10.0
Exceptional
Hasinta from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in February 2022

Great view & room cleanliness & very spacious”

I just loved the view of the room i've stayed in recently.. Its quiet and calm. Its also very clean & the twinbed also worth the pric

Reviewed February 24, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
ERNIE from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Great place with great location.”

I love the location. It have parking but you have to pay for it. The foods are great. I didn't have a chance to use the pool and gym. Will try it next time.

Reviewed June 19, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Azhani from Malaysia
Couple
1 Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 1 night in August 2020

Exceptional”

1. In this covid pandemic situation, they should allowed the free bfast be served in the room 2. Water leaking from the bidet hose makes the bathroom smelly

Reviewed August 02, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Sherly from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in July 2022

All good”

Room was perfect, friendly and helpful staffs but the “friend” in their room was quite friendly too 😭😭

Reviewed July 10, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Mohd.Redzuan from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 2 nights in June 2022

Ming is the next Big Thing!”

it is an awesome place to stay, very suitable for business & leisure travellers..

Reviewed July 03, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Lilian from Singapore
Couple
Superior Apartment
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Value for money”

Just 1 thing to highlight. Public area cleanliness, mouldy with black mark aircond on top of receptionist counter because the first impression to guests plays big part.

Reviewed December 17, 2019

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9.6
Exceptional
Davy from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

Hotel In KK”

Ming Garden are one of the best hotel i ever stayed.bReally comfortable, clean environment and just opposite imago shopping complex.

Reviewed May 30, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Andrew from Malaysia
Group
Superior Apartment
Stayed 2 nights in January 2019

Used to frequent patron of the hotel”

But this time round, though we managed to get the offer price for the deluxe suite, the arrangement was quite confusing for the hotel, Agoda and us. Thankfully, we still got what we wanted so ya...

Reviewed January 15, 2019

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9.6
Exceptional
Victor from Malaysia
Family with young children
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 2 nights in April 2022

2 night stay in Ming Garden ”

Although the building and inside is a little old, but everything is in order, the buffet breakfast is good, staff is friendly, room is ok but just quite dark.

Reviewed April 19, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Azhani from Malaysia
Couple
1 Bedroom Apartment
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

Exceptional”

Have to wait an hour for my room to be ready

Reviewed January 26, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Siti from Malaysia
Solo traveler
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Exceptional”

Luxury room and very clean

Reviewed May 13, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
Juliantye from Malaysia
Family with young children
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 2 nights in June 2022

good staff”

the hotel is more awesome if the parking provided free or half price for the hotel guests

Reviewed June 22, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Safri from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Nice Palace ”

Good for vacation

Reviewed July 01, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
ERNIE from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

Great”

Nice place to stay

Reviewed June 19, 2022

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9.6
Exceptional
edmund from Malaysia
Family with young children
Superior Apartment
Stayed 1 night in August 2020

Breakfast ”

Everything okay , but the breakfast very very so so only . 4 star hotel but 1 star breakfast .

Reviewed August 31, 2020

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10.0
Exceptional
Shahrizan from Malaysia
Family with teens
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in December 2021

The best”

Sagat selesa

Reviewed January 17, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
wong from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in July 2022

Exceptional”

Good pace to stay

Reviewed July 06, 2022

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9.2
Exceptional
Ansuana from Malaysia
Group
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in February 2022

Good location ”

Room were spacious and clean

Reviewed March 01, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
Mohamad from Malaysia
Family with young children
Superior Double or Twin Room
Stayed 1 night in June 2022

Miss communication ”

I need the king bed,hotel give me 2 double single bed... hopefully enjoy at hotel... recommended for B40 rakyat Malaysia.

Reviewed June 21, 2022

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8.8
Excellent
Haslinda from Malaysia
Couple
Superior Apartment
Stayed 1 night in January 2020

The air conditioning needs service.”

Everything is great until the air conditioning leaks real bad. Please service.

Reviewed January 24, 2020

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