If you're looking for a clean, affordable, no-frills stay in Kuala Lumpur, then ibis Styles KL should be near the top of your list.
Open for business since October 25th, ibis Styles Kuala Lumpur is a self-described 'premium economy' hotel set in Fraser Business Park - a moderate distance away from the city centre. It's also a 5-10 minute walk away from the Chan Sow Lin LRT station - so finding public transportation shouldn't be too much of a hassle.
Perhaps what's most impressive about ibis is this - about a month after opening for business, it's already at full occupancy. The hotel was fully booked during my stay (near the end of November). Granted only 250 rooms were available then; still it's an amazing feat for a hotel which doesn't command the sort of brand recognition of Hiltons or Hyatts. (By its official launch date early next year, the hotel should have all 500 of its rooms available for stay.)
So this is 'premium economy'. The room is clean, comfortable, and has all the basic amenities (yes, including all-important WiFi coverage which is free for every guest). The room is small, but not cramped and certainly not suffocating so. It's perfect for a brief stay and especially if you're going to be spending more time in the city than in your hotel room.
Here's a full 180-degree view of a typical ibis room. All the rooms are similar, though the views may be different (there's where a slight price differentiation kicks in). But ultimately, ibis is betting that their guests just want a comfortable place to rest in. The hotel is the hub, not the attraction. That of course explains the lack of room service. (Ask yourself this -- when staying at hotels, how often do you call for room service anyway?)
Honestly, there's a lot to like here -- the rooms are models of practicality and efficiency. Imagine rooms structured like McValue meals. They're not lavish but they've got your basics covered. Just don't mind the gaudy kindergarten-like decor and saccharine colors in the room and throughout the hotel. Other negatives include the sound of trains rushing by every 10 minutes or so (at least that was the experience from my room). It's not a huge issue, but slightly annoying nonetheless.
Pictured above is the hotel café / restaurant located on the 4th floor. The breakfast buffet is held here and of course you can order ala carte for dinner. The food was surprisingly good - even better than many 4/5-star hotel restaurants I've dined in. I had the burger bakar daging and my friend had the char kway teow. Both dishes were exceptional (my burger was succulent and full of flavor) and so I fully commend the kitchen staff.
Is ibis Styles worth it?
If you're looking for a simple, comfortable, affordable stay... absolutely! The rooms are clean and well-kept. The staff throughout the hotel are polite, courteous and always looking to help.
The hotel and its rooms are equipped with the essential modern amenities. The negatives are minor and shouldn't cause too much angst. And you can't argue with the price -- room prices vary according to season, of course, but should be around RM220 per night.
ibis Styles Kuala Lumpur
Kompleks Metro Pudu,
1 Jalan Metro Pudu 2,
Fraser Business Park,
55200 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (+60)3/92210231
Fax: (+60)3/92328699
Open for business since October 25th, ibis Styles Kuala Lumpur is a self-described 'premium economy' hotel set in Fraser Business Park - a moderate distance away from the city centre. It's also a 5-10 minute walk away from the Chan Sow Lin LRT station - so finding public transportation shouldn't be too much of a hassle.
Perhaps what's most impressive about ibis is this - about a month after opening for business, it's already at full occupancy. The hotel was fully booked during my stay (near the end of November). Granted only 250 rooms were available then; still it's an amazing feat for a hotel which doesn't command the sort of brand recognition of Hiltons or Hyatts. (By its official launch date early next year, the hotel should have all 500 of its rooms available for stay.)
So this is 'premium economy'. The room is clean, comfortable, and has all the basic amenities (yes, including all-important WiFi coverage which is free for every guest). The room is small, but not cramped and certainly not suffocating so. It's perfect for a brief stay and especially if you're going to be spending more time in the city than in your hotel room.
Here's a full 180-degree view of a typical ibis room. All the rooms are similar, though the views may be different (there's where a slight price differentiation kicks in). But ultimately, ibis is betting that their guests just want a comfortable place to rest in. The hotel is the hub, not the attraction. That of course explains the lack of room service. (Ask yourself this -- when staying at hotels, how often do you call for room service anyway?)
Honestly, there's a lot to like here -- the rooms are models of practicality and efficiency. Imagine rooms structured like McValue meals. They're not lavish but they've got your basics covered. Just don't mind the gaudy kindergarten-like decor and saccharine colors in the room and throughout the hotel. Other negatives include the sound of trains rushing by every 10 minutes or so (at least that was the experience from my room). It's not a huge issue, but slightly annoying nonetheless.
Pictured above is the hotel café / restaurant located on the 4th floor. The breakfast buffet is held here and of course you can order ala carte for dinner. The food was surprisingly good - even better than many 4/5-star hotel restaurants I've dined in. I had the burger bakar daging and my friend had the char kway teow. Both dishes were exceptional (my burger was succulent and full of flavor) and so I fully commend the kitchen staff.
Is ibis Styles worth it?If you're looking for a simple, comfortable, affordable stay... absolutely! The rooms are clean and well-kept. The staff throughout the hotel are polite, courteous and always looking to help.
The hotel and its rooms are equipped with the essential modern amenities. The negatives are minor and shouldn't cause too much angst. And you can't argue with the price -- room prices vary according to season, of course, but should be around RM220 per night.
ibis Styles Kuala Lumpur
Kompleks Metro Pudu,
1 Jalan Metro Pudu 2,
Fraser Business Park,
55200 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: (+60)3/92210231
Fax: (+60)3/92328699
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