THE 3D2N STAY AT SUNDAY HOTEL IN SUBANG JAYA

I thought when Empire Hotel in Subang Jaya ceased its operation last year [READ HERE], I would not return to this place again. However, I found out the hotel was now operated and rebranded as Sunday Hotel. I managed to get a very good price when booking on Agoda, RM105 per night. That would be unbelievably one cheap rate for a proper hotel in Kuala Lumpur/Subang Jaya.

One reason: there was no more fancy reception counter and lobby, manned by beautiful/handsome staff. The was a man sitting in one of the bedrooms that worked as the reception counter. I wonder whether the reception and lobby were still under renovation/construction or there would not be one at all after all.

The room condition was just the same with the one I stayed last time.

I was a bit unhappy as the housekeeping chores were not done on the second day. When I asked, I was told by the receptionist that I needed to inform the staff for the room to be cleaned.

I will be staying there again in August but there is going to be a twist in the report. I will not tell now as I myself am not sure of the whole thing. Will keep you updated.

THE ONE NIGHT STAY AT PANTAI MAWAR CHALET

I decided to choose Pantai Mawar chalet for our accommodation during our one night staycation in Endau on the 28th June 2026 . That was the best decision made, as the chalet was like the my dream house - small but complete. It would be a place I would love to spend my time longer.

The most important thing, the place was well taken care of. Everything was clean and in order, it looked more like a compact luxurious hotel room.

It was equipped with all the essential electrical gadgets one would need when going for a holiday.

Location wise the place was very strategic - very near to the scenic Pulau Mawar. It was also a short distance away to Penyabong Beach and Teluk Gorek Beach. There was a restaurant - a walking distance away from the chalet where we had our dinner [READ HERE].

One unit of chalet could house 4 people - 2 adults and 2 children.

I would love to get back to Pantai Mawar Chalet if I were to go back to Endau one day. You could refer to the last photo for any enquiry and reservation and the owner was also a helpful and informative person.

STAYING AT MARDHIYYAH HOTEL IN SHAH ALAM

  6th DECEMBER 2025   ~ I checked in at Mardhiyyah Hotel in Shah Alam for a 3D2N stay. The last time I stayed at Shah Alam was many years ago for a formal work-related meeting in a hotel that no longer existed.

There were many people staying at the hotel when I was there. I could see a big group of Singaporeans who were taking part in a football tournament and also the family members. Another group was the local policemen who were having sports competitions in the city.

The hotel was alright, except it was not easy to find nearby eating places or malls.

I don't mind staying at this place again though. I don't know when I will be coming to Shah Alam again.

THE 3D3N STAY AT SENTRAL HOTEL IN KUANTAN

I chose Sentral Hotel for my accommodation during my stay in Kuantan from 25th - 27th January, 2026. Before this, I had stayed at two other different hotels nearby.

I managed to get the view of the river from my room.

One hotel with reasonable rate for you to choose when in Kuantan. The location is strategic, near to the attractions around the Tower, and many nearby eating places too. Parking could be an issue if you are driving. I did not see any parking space for hotel guests except the ones by the roadside in front of the hotel.