[Malaysia Hotel] AC Hotel Kuala Lumpur, which was reasonably priced and clean, was also a little disappointing.

My first hotel choice in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, was the AC Hotel. Marriott hotels in Kuala Lumpur are known for offering both luxury and budget-friendly options.

Among my choices, the AC Hotel stood out for its affordability. The room rate of 7,000 to 8,000 yen was particularly attractive.

The hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from the Titiwangsa station on the KL Monorail. While convenient due to the presence of both monorail and subway, transfers were necessary when heading towards Central station or Bukit Bintang. There’s a bus terminal near the station, offering easy access to various locations. Reviews suggest buses to the airport and Bukit Bintang are available, so it might be worth researching bus options if considering staying here. I couldn’t visit this time, but it seems you can also reach Genting Highlands by bus.

The hotel itself seemed old, but it was clean and the staff were kind.

Upon check-in, I was surprised to find almost no benefits for Marriott Platinum members. There was no room upgrade (perhaps none were available?), and notably, no free breakfast—only a 50% discount (I believe it was slightly over 1,000 yen). The only perk was a snack (tacos?) at the bar during certain hours in the evening, but I didn’t use it as it didn’t fit my schedule.

The room was ordinarily clean. Coffee was instant, and the fridge was empty, allowing me to store various items bought from convenience stores. The bathroom had no bathtub, only a shower.

I arrived around 8:30 PM and went out to look for dinner. The hotel is not in a bustling area, so the surroundings were quiet. There were small eateries and convenience stores, but venturing a bit further felt somewhat unsettling.

A few blocks away might have been busier, but I didn’t have time to check.

I ended up at a nearby restaurant called “Hokkaido Seafood” (despite the name, it served Chinese and Malaysian cuisine).

It was busy and lively. I ordered a watermelon smoothie, Hokkien mee, and pineapple chicken. The total, including service charges, was around 1,700 yen, which felt slightly expensive. The place might be good for larger groups, as they had an extensive seafood menu.

I considered eating at a convenience store, but they were small and had almost no prepared meals.

I tried the hotel’s restaurant for breakfast once. For a Marriott, the variety was limited, with dishes lined up along one side of the wall.

At the regular price of over 2,000 yen, it didn’t seem worth it. The next morning, I had bread from a convenience store and quickly moved to the next hotel.

In summary, if you’re looking for a decent, budget-friendly hotel, AC Hotel is an option, but I wouldn’t recommend it for Platinum members. You might prefer a slightly more expensive hotel with better membership benefits. It’s suitable if you plan to spend most of your time sightseeing and not much at the hotel.