Zulhilmi I.
Google
I must admit, although the name St. Regis carries prestige, my expectations were modest after a disappointing stay at St. Regis Langkawi. However, I decided to give this one a try — and I’m glad I did. Perhaps coming in with low expectations worked to my advantage this time, as my experience at St. Regis Kuala Lumpur was genuinely pleasant.
The breakfast experience was excellent. In addition to the buffet, guests can order from a thoughtfully curated à la carte menu. The food quality was impressive — noticeably better than what I experienced at the Four Seasons about a year ago. I also appreciated the convenience of using the Marriott Bonvoy app for butler service. Response times were fast, and the service provided through the app was exceptional throughout my stay.
I would have gladly rated this a full five stars, but there were two shortcomings worth mentioning:
1. Kids Club access – The charge of RM 80 for a full day’s access feels excessive, especially since many other five-star hotels offer similar facilities complimentary. If the experience were notably superior, the fee might be justifiable, but in this case, it seemed disproportionate.
2. Housekeeping timing – On the second day, we specifically requested for our room to be cleaned before 2 PM while we were out. Despite clear instructions and an acknowledgment from staff, the room was not cleaned as requested, which was disappointing.
For these reasons, I’m deducting half a point for each issue, leaving my overall rating at 4 stars. Still, it was a very enjoyable stay, and I would consider returning.