“Relación calidad precio buena”
Before booking, remember that you’re going to a paradise island next to a jungle, and it’s not a luxury hotel. The shared facilities were excellent—tanning beds, a volleyball net, and the beach is swept clean every week. Breakfast was very good and varied, always Asian‑style but with toast, pancakes and fruit for those who aren’t used to it. Of all the hotels I’ve stayed in Malaysia, this had the best breakfast for me. The beach is quiet yet has restaurants, so if you want a completely empty beach you’ll need to look elsewhere. I saw a lot of locals and the cultural exchange was what I liked most. I had read about litter from other reviews, so I expected a European‑style beach, but they actually kept it tidy and the locals were involved. All businesses are run by Malaysian family companies, very dedicated, and they also offer tours and taxi services. Bring cash, even though many accept cards; the best prices were for cash. I booked a room without air‑conditioning, so I expected ventilation to be a problem with mosquitoes, but it worked out fine. The price is about 35 € per night, which is economical compared to other Perhentian island rooms. If you want luxury and more amenities, look elsewhere.
First and foremost, there was no hot water. Luckily the water was naturally lukewarm and I assume it stays that way year‑round, which surprised me because I use it a lot. It wasn’t cold. On the second night an animal entered the room through a bathroom vent. Despite everything, the reception staff answered at 1 am and gave us a new room. It would be good to have a reception phone number for emergencies and to seal any holes to avoid such scares. As I mentioned earlier, you need to know where you’re staying: the beach is known for its flora and fauna, so mosquitoes, snakes, rats, frogs are all possible. In my case, an animal was searching for trash because it smelled an empty chocolate wrapper we had left, which we didn’t expect in a place where locals didn’t warn us. In conclusion, if you want luxury and full comfort, you’ll have to pay more elsewhere. This place met its goal and was relaxing, but there’s a higher chance of incidents like the one I described.
Malena·Vor einem Monat
