The Perfect Staycation For An Introvert: The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur, A Lush Sanctuary In The City
The Perfect Staycation For An Introvert: The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur, A Lush Sanctuary In The City
I absolutely love staycations and almost always prefer places that are quiet, intimate with lots of greens. Like a resort in the middle of the city.
But to find one with an affordable rate in Kuala Lumpur city is quite a challenge.
I happened to have a work-related thing in The Saujana Hotel and fell in love. Told myself that I will come back to spend a night (or two) here.
The Saujana Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Nestled in 160 hectares of lush gardens is a luxury resort-style hotel, located in the suburbs and next to a golf course somewhere in Subang/Shah Alam.
It's the perfect place for a rejuvenating weekend when you want to be away from the hustle-bustle of the city but still located in the city. Just minutes away from Subang Airport.
So you know, I got a lot of F&B options.
Read: Top Places To Eat In Subang Jaya
The Saujana Hotel pool overlooks a small lake and right opposite the lake is the golf course. Definitely my favourite spot to read a book while soaking in the calm and serenity.
What Is The Hotel Rate?
Quite pricey (well it's a 5-star hotel what do you expect). Rate starts from RM210 on their website but I got a very affordable rate during our endless MCO and ended up staying twice.
Not bad eh.
Bookings can be made through their website or Agoda. I've used both.
What I Love About The Place
- Well maintained gardens, lots of trees, plants. Lush greeneries wherever you look
- Huge compound so you tend to not meet anyone - perfect for introverts
- Huge, spacious, welcoming lobby
- Plenty of parking (free!)
- Luxurious room overlooking the lake, green compound I'm in love
- Coffee machine in the room
- Kiddies & adult (deep!) swimming pool
- That sweet spot overlooking the lake
- Easy access to a lot of nearby malls (hello GrabFood)
- 6 in site restaurant (but I'm kinda cheapskate so hello again GrabFood)
My favourite nook in the room |
Cosy cosy comfy comfy |
yummy yummy Philly steak sandwich at The Charcoal Restaurant |
So lucky that both times I was there, I got a room that faces the lake & greens 😍 |
Had a good and much-deserved bath. Highly recommend this bath gel from Bath and Body Works |
What I Don't Really Love About The Place
- Hostel style building - like you know with corridors, central courtyard and all
- Creepy at night - I don't know why, when I was there, the lights on the corridor were not on and it was dark. DARK CORRIDORS ARE DAMN CREEPY I HATE DARK CORRIDORS. and there is a huge pokok Ara between the reception building and rooms building. So if pokok Ara creeps you out, then that's another creepy point.
- Security can be improved - open parking right next to the building where the rooms are, easy access but also means anyone can just come and go.
Because I was there during MCO so there was no buffet breakfast. Instead, it was served as breakfast sets that you could choose from.
There was quite a crowd but the staff was attentive.
What To Do On Your Staycation At The Saujana Hotel
Eat, sleep, soak in the bathtub (if you chose a room with one that is), swim in the pool, walk around the lush compound, laze on the recliner chair & read a book while you are at it.
Or you know, you could also use the fitness centre or go for a round or two of golf.
If you need more ideas, this "16 Things To Do On A Staycation" article on Forbes could help.
Why It's Perfect For Introverts?
🌲 Away from hustle & bustle of the city - no sounds of cars honking guaranteed
🌲 Huge compounds - does not feel crowded or "stuffy"
🌲 Attracts like-minded people - Guest were mostly just minding their own business, chilled, non-rowdy. People who just wanna rest & get away from it all. And the staff were not the-annoying-overfriendly-kinda people too.
🌲 Reading nook overlooking the immaculate garden - Need I say more? Make sure you request one with such view I guess.
🌲 Lots of places to sit by yourself, reading, writing, being in your own thoughts - I love that spot between the lake & pool.
🌲 Private and intimate - if you want to be just left alone, this place is perfect
Will I be back?
Yes. When the rate is affordable again - says your typical cheapskate Asian aunty
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