MIYABI HOTEL PERMAS: Malaysia's Hidden Gem? You HAVE to See This!
MIYABI HOTEL PERMAS: Malaysia's Hidden Gem? OH. MY. GOD. You HAVE to See This! (A Totally Unfiltered Review)
Alright, buckle up, because I just got back from MIYABI HOTEL PERMAS, and honestly? My brain is still processing. They call it a "hidden gem," and yeah, that's pretty accurate. It's a bit of a whirlwind, a beautiful, messy, unexpectedly fantastic whirlwind. Let's dive in, shall we?
First Impressions and Accessibility (A Necessary Evil to Get Out of the Way):
Okay, I need to be real here. Finding the place was a little adventure. The signs were…present, but maybe not screaming "HERE YOU ARE!" from the rooftops. But hey, that adds to the "hidden gem" vibe, right?
Accessibility: Finding this place was a breeze, the only thing is when you get to the car park it is a little too small for my big car, but manageable. Wheelchair Accessibility: The hotel seems pretty well-equipped for guests with mobility needs. Elevators everywhere, wide corridors, all that jazz. I didn't personally need it, but it looked promising. Accessibility Note: The hotel does try and cater for people with extra needs, but the details on their website doesn't really show the complete information.
Internet, Internet, Internet (Because We’re All Addicted):
Free Wi-Fi in All Rooms! Wi-Fi in Public Areas! Thank God. Seriously, people, in the 21st century, this is non-negotiable. And the Wi-Fi? Pretty darn good. No buffering during my Netflix binge, which is a HUGE win in my book. They also have Internet [LAN] if you're old-school (or just paranoid about security, like me) and Internet services in general.
Rooms: Sanctuary or Just a Room? (With Some Quirky Touches!)
Okay, the rooms. Love the rooms. They were spacious, clean, and actually felt like a place you could relax. Available in All Rooms
- Additional Toilet: Always a plus!
- Air Conditioning: Duh. Essential for Malaysia.
- Alarm Clock, Bathrobes… These are the usual suspects when you're traveling, but it does add to the feeling of comfort.
- Daily housekeeping
- Desk
- Free bottled water
- Hair dryer
- In-room safe box
- Internet access – LAN: Again, for the wired folks.
- Internet access – wireless
- Ironing facilities
- Laptop workspace
- Linens: Crispy white sheets are EVERYTHING.
- Mini bar
- Non-smoking
- Private bathroom
- Reading light
- Refrigerator
- Satellite/cable channels
- Seating area
- Separate shower/bathtub
- Shower
- Slippers
- Smoke detector
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa: Perfect for collapsing on after a long day of…well, doing whatever you do on vacation.
- Telephone
- Toiletries: Good quality, not the cheap stuff.
- Towels
- Umbrella
- Visual alarm
- Wake-up service
- Wi-Fi [free]
- Window that opens: I'm a sucker for fresh air.
- Interconnecting room(s) available: This is very helpful if you are travelling with family or friends.
The Real Star of the Show: The On-Site Spa (I'm Still Recovering!)
Forget the rooms, forget the Wi-Fi, the real reason to go to MIYABI is the spa. Seriously. I died and went to spa heaven. I mean, like, actually, for a little while. (Okay, maybe not died, but I was so relaxed, I'm pretty sure my brain cells were just…glowing.)
What's on offer…
- Body scrub: A MUST.
- Body wrap: Pure bliss.
- Fitness center: I am not the person for this!
- Foot bath: Ahhh, the little touches!
- Gym/fitness: More for those energetic sort of people.
- Massage: I got a deep tissue massage, and let me tell you, it was life-changing. Like, I walked in hunched over and walked out floating on a cloud. This is the main things for this hotel.
- Pool with view: Stunning. Just stunning.
- Sauna: Sweaty relaxation.
- Spa: Obviously.
- Spa/sauna: Double the fun!
- Steamroom: Ahhhh!
- Swimming pool: Clean and refreshing.
- Swimming pool [outdoor]: Perfect for lounging around.
The Food (Because We All Live to Eat):
Okay, the food. Here’s where things get a little…mixed.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking:
- A la carte in restaurant: Great options.
- Alternative meal arrangement: Good for specific dietary needs.
- Asian breakfast: I'm still dreaming about it.
- Asian cuisine in restaurant: Delicious.
- Bar: A fun spot to unwind.
- Bottle of water: Yes, please!
- Breakfast [buffet]: Get ready to overeat.
- Breakfast service: Excellent.
- Buffet in restaurant: A feast for the eyes.
- Coffee/tea in restaurant: Always available.
- Coffee shop: For coffee addicts like me.
- Desserts in restaurant: Heaven on a plate.
- Happy hour: Drinks are a must.
- International cuisine in restaurant: A good range of dishes.
- Poolside bar: Sipping cocktails by the pool? Yes, please!
- Restaurants: Lots of options if you're hungry.
- Room service [24-hour]: Late-night cravings satisfied!
- Salad in restaurant: To offset all the indulgence.
- Snack bar: For those quick bites.
- Soup in restaurant: Comfort food at its finest.
- Vegetarian restaurant: Great for those on a plant-based diet.
- Western breakfast: Good too.
- Western cuisine in restaurant: Another good range of options
The Good: The Asian breakfast was phenomenal. Seriously, I spent half my time at the buffet just staring at the sheer variety of food. The fresh fruit, the dim sum, the noodles…I could have stayed there all day. The poolside bar was fantastic, perfect for a pre-dinner cocktail. And the desserts in the restaurant were divine. The Not-So-Good: The coffee shop I find a little bit small, maybe it's my fault, because I'm too tired to get out of the room, so it's not really the hotel fault. However, the Buffet in restaurant can be a bit chaotic during peak hours, but that is not a big issue at all.
Cleanliness and Safety (Because, You Know, COVID):
This part seriously impressed me. They were on it!
Cleanliness and safety:
- Anti-viral cleaning products: Good.
- Breakfast in room: More of a luxury.
- Breakfast takeaway service: Convenient.
- Cashless payment service: Easy.
- Daily disinfection in common areas: Very reassuring.
- Doctor/nurse on call: Important.
- First aid kit: You never know.
- Hand sanitizer: Everywhere.
- Hot water linen and laundry washing: Essential.
- Hygiene certification: Shows commitment.
- Individually-wrapped food options: Safe.
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter: Good to see.
- Professional-grade sanitizing services: Reassuring.
- Room sanitization opt-out available: Great option.
- Rooms sanitized between stays: Necessary.
- Safe dining setup: Important.
- Sanitized kitchen and tableware items: Yes.
- Shared stationery removed: Smart.
- Staff trained in safety protocol: Very good.
- Sterilizing equipment: Great.
I felt incredibly safe and taken care of. They even had little signs everywhere reminding people to social distance and wash their hands. Staff trained in safety protocol was definitely a plus, and the hotel seemed to take Professional-grade sanitizing services very seriously.
Services and Conveniences (The Nitty-Gritty):
Services and conveniences:
- Air conditioning in public area: You need it.
- Audio-visual equipment for special events: Good for meetings/events.
Okay, buckle up buttercup, because this isn't your grandma's itinerary. This is a Miyabi Hotel Permas adventure as told by yours truly, and trust me, it's gonna be a wild ride. Prepare for less "precise planning" and more "winging it with a healthy dose of enthusiasm and questionable decisions."
MIYABI HOTEL PERMAS: OPERATION RELAX (AND MAYBE GET LOST)
(Subject to change. Profoundly.)
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Room Key Debacle
- 1:00 PM (ish): Arrive at Senai International Airport, Malaysia. Oh, the humidity! It's hugging me like a long-lost friend (a sweaty, clingy friend). Taxi to Miyabi Hotel Permas. "Permas!" I mutter, practicing the pronunciation. Sounds…promisingly exotic.
- 1:45 PM: Check-in. Attempt to be charming and remember I'm supposed to be on vacation, not a stressed-out corporate drone. Fail miserably. Receptionist is super patient though. Bless her.
- 2:00 PM: Settle into the room. It's…nice. Clean. Standard hotel room. I'm slightly disappointed, I was hoping for a room with a secret passageway to a hidden karaoke bar, but you can't have everything.
- 2:30 PM: The room key. This is where the fun begins. Try to open the door. Doesn't work. Try again. Nothing. Panic sets in. Briefly consider checking to see if the doorknob can be turned. Maybe you should go to the front desk.
- 2:45 PM: Sprint to the reception, sounding like a panicked squirrel. "My key! It doesn't work!" The receptionist, bless her heart, probably gives me a sympathetic smile. Replacement key. Back to the room. Eureka! Finally, access.
- 3:00 PM: Unpack. Contemplate the existential dread that is folding travel clothes. Decide against it. Embrace the chaotic joy.
- 3:30 PM: Pool time! (Finally, the relaxation!) Dive in, realize I forgot my sunscreen (rookie mistake). The water's refreshing, the sun's brutal. This is the life!
- 5:00 PM: Nap time. This is critical. The sun-soaked tiredness is a recipe for afternoon sleep. Wake up feeling even more disoriented.
- 7:00 PM: Dinner. Venture out in search of local flavors. End up at the hotel restaurant, because, well, convenience. Order something vaguely resembling "Chicken Satay." Question the spice level halfway through. Sweat profusely. Enjoy every bite.
- 8:30 PM: Stumble back to the room, feeling like a happy, slightly charred marshmallow. Collapse into bed. Reflect on the fact that, after that key fiasco and the spicy food, I still haven't fully relaxed. Sleep, at last.
Day 2: The Hawker Centre Hunt and the Karaoke Catastrophe
- 8:00 AM: Wake up and eat breakfast.
- 9:00 AM: Start to plan the day. It turns out it's a complex calculation.
- 9:30 AM: Decide to go to a hawker center for lunch. Begin research.
- 11:00 AM: Decide on a location. Start to get ready.
- 12:00 PM: Taxi to the hawker center! The taxi driver, bless him, seems to enjoy my attempts at Malay. (Side note: "Terima kasih" is my new best friend. I say it for everything.)
- 12:30 PM: Hawker centre arrival. The smells! The noise! The glorious chaos! Order a dish I can't pronounce, but it looks AMAZING. Eat everything. Immediately want seconds. Decide against it.
- 2:00 PM: Afternoons. Head back to the hotel, where the relaxation continues (attempting to not think about all the germs I’ve been exposed to).
- 3:30 PM: I got the karaoke itch. Found the local karaoke, and drag some staff from the hotel along with me.
- 4:00 PM: Karaoke starts. After the first few songs, however, suddenly my voice disappeared. After the karaoke, I went to the hotel and fell again.
Day 3: Farewell (and a Last-Minute Curry Incident)
- 8:00 AM: Wake up. Regret eating that extra roti canai last night. Blame the jet lag. Blame everything.
- 8:30 AM: Packing. (Again, the folding clothes dilemma. Still unsolved.)
- 9:30 AM: Final breakfast. One last attempt to find something I can pronounce on the menu. No luck. End up with more mystery food, which is actually delicious.
- 10:00 AM: Checkout. Say goodbye to the friendly staff. Feel a pang of sadness that I'm leaving…but also strangely relieved.
- 10:30 AM: Taxi to the airport. Contemplate the next adventure.
- 1:00 PM: Departure from Senai International Airport.
- Feeling: Refreshed(ish). Slightly sunburnt. Slightly traumatized by the Karaoke bar. Totally in love with Malaysia. And definitely coming back.
The Imperfections, Rambles, and Emotional Rollercoaster:
Okay, let's be real. This wasn't a perfect trip. There were moments of utter disorientation, the key situation almost sent me over the edge, and I definitely ate something that set my taste buds ablaze. I probably looked like a lost puppy wandering around. But you know what? That's what made it fun. The unexpected detours to the karaoke bar, the deliciousness of the street food, the struggle of the room key – it's all part of the adventure.
I came here wanting to relax, and I did. I laughed, I got frustrated, I sweated, I ate things I couldn't pronounce, and I had the time of my life. This isn't about a perfectly planned vacation; it's about the stories it gave me. And trust me, I have plenty of stories to tell. So, if you're considering a trip to the Miyabi Hotel Permas, get ready for anything. And bring your sense of humor. You'll need it. I know I did.
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