S Boutique Hotel
Over the years we have seen a boom in the hotelier business. Dozens of budget hotels and 1 to 2 stars hotels blooms like mushrooms after the rain. We had decided to give these hotels a try.
Well, here we are at the S Boutique Hotel over in Canning Industrial Estate off Jalan Raja Hilir in Ipoh which was opened about 3 months ago with 24 rooms. It is located on Jalah Raja DiHilir next to a Buddhist Temple, the Wat Siribunya Manggarama. Within the vicinity are a few more hotels namely the Tambun Inn, iGarden etc. Next door is a Petronas Station where you can easily get snacks, drinks and tidbits.
The hotel is actually a shoplot as many other budget and lower than 3 stars hotels are. S Boutique Hotel is located on the 2nd floor of the corner lot. At the time we checked in, there was ample parking space but I would reckon that after all premises has been occupied, most probably parking especially on a working day could be a problem. There is a lift provided, as such you would not need to climb up the stairs.
Upon reaching the 2nd floor, were quite taken in by the decor of the lobby and reception area. The receptionist was friendly and efficient making checking in not a problem at all.
We were given room 303. Wifi is provided (please check with the reception for the password) but don’t raise your hope too much as I could not get a decent connection in fact, I could not connect at all.
The room was not that spacious but nevertheless, it is tastefully decorated. Fully carpeted room with built in TV panelling and counter/dresser and a safe deposit box, coffee and tea making facilities. The room lack of a wardrobe and you would have to hang your clothes "open air" beside the dressing table above the tea/coffee making facility.
The other thing is that the room that we were in has a spacious balcony. One thing to note is that the hotel offers no breakfast.
All in all, if you’re looking for a decent 2 star hotel for the night, I would recommend you to check out S Boutique Hotel. Published room rates starts from RM108 to RM388 but I would advise you to book online to get a cheaper deals.
Before we head back to Kuala Lumpur, my wife decided to make a quick stop at Lumut, Perak which is famous for it's beaches and marine products. We went to Teluk Batik beach and Lumut Waterfront complex. Here, you can find varieties of marine products such as anchovies (essential in most Malaysian dishes) and salted fish.
On the way to Lumut, you will pass the town of Manjung which is a growing township. The latest addition is the AEON Shopping Mall.
It has developed a lot since the last time we were here. This is good since development of towns like this will increase tourism into the area.
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| Teluk Batik Beach in Lumut, Perak |
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Why am I wearing raincoat?? Simply because it was raining.
About 10 minutes after taking this photo, I was soaking wet despite the raincoat...
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Below are some of the scenes at the Lumut Waterfront featuring anchovies, salted fish and many more marine products...
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| Here you are able to find all sorts of anchovies...... |
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| .......and salted fish |
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| Lumut also offers a 25 hour budget hotel. (I was wondering too where the extra hour came from?) |
Have a good holiday people….
