Johor Bahru Family Getaway: Almas Suites Netflix & 100mbps WiFi!
Johor Bahru Family Getaway: Almas Suites Netflix & 100mbps WiFi!
Okay, buckle up buttercups! Prepare for a slightly unhinged (but hopefully helpful!) review of the Johor Bahru Family Getaway: Almas Suites Netflix & 100mbps WiFi!… because let’s be honest, finding a good hotel for the fam is a stressful business. I'm talking about bringing the kids!
First Impressions and My Internal Panic – Accessibility, Cleanliness (And My Germaphobe Side)
Man, finding the place was a mission. GPS got a little wonky, and I swear I saw a sign for a… a cat café? Seriously, Johor Bahru! Anyway, finally got there, and the exterior looked pretty swish. Now, about those first impressions.
Accessibility: Don't have any accessibility needs myself, but noticed the elevator, which is always a good sign right? Found some information online about facilities for disabled guests, but didn't specifically inspect.
Cleanliness: Okay, so I’m a little bit of a germaphobe, okay? My first priority! The lobby… impeccably clean. The staff are very on top of things. Good first impression. Saw lots of Daily disinfection in common areas. And the Anti-viral cleaning products… music to my ears! Rooms sanitized between stays and Professional-grade sanitizing services? Sold! They've clearly taken the whole COVID thing seriously. They must disinfect the handles like every 10 minutes. The Hand sanitizer was everywhere. That might have been the most exciting thing to me.
Safety: CCTV in common areas and Security [24-hour] – good for peace of mind, especially when you're lugging around small humans. Exterior corridor. Meh.
The Suite Life (and All the Little Annoyances You Never See in the Brochure!)
Alright, let’s talk about the room. We got a family suite, which was definitely needed with two kids.
Room Setup (Available in All Rooms):
- Yup, *Air conditioning, *Alarm clock, *Bathrobes, *Bathroom phone(?!? Who uses those?), *Bathtub, *Blackout curtains* (thank GOD!). Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Satellite/cable channels, Scale (because I totally need to weigh myself on vacation!), Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed (very important!), Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, and Window that opens.
- The Good: They had a fridge! A real fridge, not one of those dinky mini-bars that barely fits a bottle of water. Excellent for stashing the kids' juice boxes. The bed was super comfy, and the blackout curtains saved my sanity. The kids' room was a nice size. The Netflix worked like a charm.
- The Not-So-Good: Those pillows! Oh, those pillows! They were… well, let's just say they weren’t the fluffy, cloud-like pillows of my dreams. I'll be honest, I slept horribly for the first night (But I'm not sure it's the hotel's fault)
Internet: Wi-Fi [free] and Wi-Fi in all rooms! The 100mbps WiFi was a lifesaver. Seriously. Kept the kids entertained, and I could actually get some work done (ish).
Getting Around: Car park [free of charge] – a huge bonus! Parking in JB can be a nightmare. Taxi service I didn't try that, but good to know. Airport transfer - if I even thought about having that.
Food Glorius Food…and (My) Minor Disappointments
Dining:
- Restaurants: They had a few restaurants onsite, which was handy.
- Breakfast: The Breakfast [buffet] was… well, a buffet. It was alright, Asian breakfast, Western breakfast, all the usual suspects. Nothing mind-blowing, but filled the bellies.
- Room Service: Room service [24-hour] - a definite perk. Especially when you’ve got hangry kids and you just can't face going out.
- Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Snack bar – all good.
The "Missing" Experiences (Or, What I Wish They Had):
- The spa looked nice in the brochure, but I never actually made it there. Massive fail on my part! I really needed that massage!
- Poolside bar. Looked too enticing. I didn't make it.
Things to Do (and Things I Actually Did)
- Swimming Pool: Swimming pool: The kids absolutely loved the Swimming pool [outdoor]. Pool with view was good, too. It was clean, and the view was pretty.
- Fitness Center: Fitness center I didn't use that, either.
- For the Kids: Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, and Babysitting service. Again, a win!
- I didn't see: sauna, spa, or steamroom.
The Good, the Bad, and the Slightly Messy (Final Verdict)
Look, Johor Bahru Family Getaway: Almas Suites is a solid choice. It's clean, well-located, and has all the basics you need, plus some nice extras like the fast WiFi and the handy location. It's not perfect; the the things are just a few small annoyances --the pillows. But for the price and the convenience, it's a win. I’d definitely consider going back.
The "Book Now!" Pitch (Because That's What We're Supposed to Do!)
Alright, listen up! Are you a frazzled parent, desperate for a break from the kids but also needing them to be entertained and (mostly) out of your hair? Then BOOK RIGHT NOW! Johor Bahru Family Getaway: Almas Suites is the perfect escape. With its super-fast Netflix and Wifi, you can keep the kiddos happy (and quiet) while you enjoy some much-needed relaxation. And the Free car park, Super Clean, Family-friendly, Pool. Book this hotel, it's safe! This hotel is a great option. For a family, this is perfect.
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this isn't your average, pristine travel itinerary. This is… well, this is my attempt at an itinerary for a family stay at Almas Suites Family 4Pax Netflix 100mbps BySTAY Johor Bahru. Let's be honest, keeping four people happy (especially the miniature humans) is a Herculean task. Prepare for a rollercoaster, people!
The Official-ish Almas Suites Family 4Pax Netflix 100mbps BySTAY Johor Bahru Itinerary (with a generous helping of chaos):
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Netflix Quest
- 14:00 - Arrival at Senai International Airport (JHB). Okay, deep breaths. This is where the dream begins! Or, you know, the screaming starts. Hopefully, the kids are still relatively angelic after the flight. We’ve got a pre-booked Grab (because public transport with luggage and small people is a special kind of hell). Anecdote: Last time we flew, little Timmy decided to practice his opera skills directly into the captain’s ear during takeoff. Good times.
- 15:00 - Check-in at Almas Suites. Finally! The promised land! Pray the apartment is clean and the air conditioning works. Seriously, heat + cranky toddlers = nuclear meltdown. I’m envisioning immaculate rooms, gleaming kitchen… and then reality will hit.
- 15:30 - The Netflix Apocalypse. This is the real test. Can we get the Netflix working? Because if the kids don't have their digital pacifiers, we’re doomed. Observation: I swear the remote controls in these places are designed to be confusing. It’s like navigating a labyrinth filled with buttons that mysteriously teleport you to karaoke. The hope is that the 100mbps internet lives up to the hype. Otherwise, it’s a battle for bandwidth over the entire afternoon.
- 16:00 - Snack Attack & Unpacking. (Maybe.) Let's face it, unpacking properly is a myth. It's more like, “dump everything in the general vicinity of a cupboard". Snacks are non-negotiable. We're talking emergency rations of biscuits, fruit snacks, and anything else that will buy me a few precious minutes of silence. Emotional Reaction: I feel the overwhelming urge to lie down, but duty calls.
- 18:00 - Dinner Time We will most likely be ordering food delivery for the first night. Anything to minimize the effort.
- 19:00 - Relaxing and Netflix. (Hopefully) This is when the adults get to chill and have a semblance of a normal evening.
Day 2: Legoland (The Big One!) and the Rollercoaster of Emotions
- 08:00 - Wake-up. (Or, rather, be woken up by tiny, insistent humans.) Sleep is a luxury, people. Remember sleep? Sigh. The kids will probably be fueled by pure, unadulterated energy (and who knows what they ate yesterday).
- 09:00 - Breakfast. Hopefully, there's instant coffee. Lord knows I'll need it. Attempt to feed the troops. Expect food to end up everywhere BUT their mouths.
- 10:00 - Head to Legoland! (Yay! Or maybe…gulp). It's a 20-30 minute drive. Prepare for the car to resemble a mobile zoo. Snacks, drinks, random toys, and the constant chorus of "Are we there yet?"
- 10:30 - Arrive at Legoland. Okay, deep breaths. Take a map, and try not to get overwhelmed. Quirky observation: The sheer number of screaming children is a testament to the human capacity for ear-splitting noise.
- (All Day) - Legolanding. This is where things get…complicated. Navigate the crowds, the queues, the rides. Expect meltdowns (both kid and adult) and moments of pure joy. Anecdote: Last time, my daughter was so terrified of a spinning ride, that she refused to get off, and spent the duration clutching my leg and crying. It was both hilarious and traumatizing.
- 18:00 - Leave Legoland, Exhausted. The best moment of the day? Heading back.
- 19:00 - Dinner and Kid's bedtime. Ordering food again!!
- 20:00 Adults- Netflix
Day 3: Shopping, Street Food, and the Fine Art of Doing Nothing
- 09:00 - Sleep in (ha!). Okay, more like a "slightly less early wake-up."
- 10:00 - Breakfast and packing.
- 11:00 - City Discovery. We will visit a local market and enjoy the local cuisines!
- 14:00 - Back to the hotel.
- 15:00 - Shopping and Spa.
- 19:00 - Final food run. To commemorate our trip.
- 20:00 - Pack for our flight tomorrow.
Day 4: Departure (And the Sweet Taste of Freedom)
- 08:00 - Wake up. (The relentless dawn of parenthood continues.)
- 09:00 - Breakfast.
- 10:00 - Check out of Almas Suites. Say goodbye to our temporary haven.
- 11:00 - Head to Senai International Airport (JHB).
- 14:00 - Flight.
- 10:00 - Arrive at Home.
Final Thoughts (and a disclaimer that this is probably wrong):
This itinerary, let's face it, is more of a suggestion. The beauty (or the horror) of a family trip is that it’s unpredictable. I'm envisioning moments of bliss, followed by epic meltdowns. I'll be relying on caffeine, snacks, and the unwavering power of Netflix. Wish me luck. And send wine. I’ll need it.
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Okay, so, Almas Suites in JB... Family-Friendly, Actually? I'm Skeptical.
Skepticism is healthy! Honestly, I was too. "Family-friendly" in hotel marketing usually translates to "slightly less terrifying than a budget motel." But Almas Suites? Surprise! We survived. And not just survived, we *kinda* thrived. Okay, my kids still fought over the remote, but we actually *enjoyed* our downtime. The key? Apparently, a proper suite. We had a living room (crucial for containing the chaos), a kitchen (saving our sanity *and* our wallets from constant eating out), and enough space for everyone to breathe without someone elbowing another person in the ribs. And honestly? The staff were genuinely helpful. They didn't just *say* they were family-friendly, they *acted* like it. I think that made all the difference.
Netflix and 100mbps WiFi - Sounds Too Good to Be True. Does it *Actually* Work?
RIGHT?! I went in expecting buffering hell. But nope. Netflix actually *worked*. My kids binge-watched their usual shows. And me? I finally caught up on my guilty pleasure, that trashy baking competition. The WiFi was surprisingly solid, despite the usual hotel struggles. I even managed to actually get some work done (a miracle, honestly). So, yes. It was a win. A HUGE win. I mean, a working WiFi connection *and* my shows? That's basically a vacation in itself. Although, maybe it was a *little* too easy to ignore the kids... hmmm...
The Kitchen - What's the Deal? Fully Equipped or Just a Kettle and a Fridge?
Okay, so the kitchen... it's not a Michelin-star chef's dream, but it's functional. We're talking stovetop, microwave, fridge, and basic cooking utensils. Enough to whip up some simple meals, heat up leftovers (essential with kids), and make that all-important morning coffee. There's a little mini market nearby to buy food but it wasn't the greatest options. We brought some snacks, which was very smart, and we used that. Don't expect a full oven and all the bells and whistles. But for prepping breakfast, heating up pre-made stuff, and avoiding the constant expense of eating out, it’s a lifesaver. Trust me. When your kids are screaming "I'M HUNGRY!" at 7 AM, you'll be thanking your past self for that instant oatmeal.
Is the Location Actually Convenient? I'm Not Trying to Spend an Hour Stuck in Traffic.
JB traffic is a beast, I know. But Almas Suites is actually in a pretty decent location. We were close to the mall. The mall was okay, it had the usual stuff, but also some fun little stores. Finding quick, convenient places to eat or grab something was pretty straightforward. It was really nice to get out of the hotels and go to the mall and grab a coffee. You're still in JB, so expect some traffic – it's unavoidable. But it wasn’t a dealbreaker, and it wasn't complete chaos.
Parking: Nightmare Fuel or Manageable Situation?
Parking... Okay, let's be honest. Parking in any city is generally a trial in patience. Almas Suites had parking, which is a huge plus. It wasn't always *perfect*. But, hey, at least you didn't have to pay extra for parking. It's there. It's covered. It's probably got a little bit too many cars sometimes. But, I think it's better than the alternative.
Pool! Is the pool a joke, or worth a dip? The reviews are all over the place.
Okay, so the *pool*... ah, the pool. It's not the Louvre, okay? It's not a resort-style infinity pool overlooking the ocean. It's a pool. It served its purpose, and my kids were ecstatic. It was clean enough, and it was shallow enough for my youngest to splash around. It's a basic pool, nothing fancy. But after a day of exploring, it was the perfect cool-down. I will say, it was a good opportunity to try out my new inflatable flamingo. And the kids loved the flamingo. So, yeah, the pool gets a thumbs up from the kids and a "meh, it's a pool" from me. But ultimately – it was pretty good.
What was the *Worst* Thing? Be honest.
Okay, the *worst* thing... hmmm. The little things, honestly. The minor annoyances. Like, sometimes the elevators took *forever*. And one time, the hairdryer in our room decided to go on strike. That was a minor inconvenience, nothing major, but it still affected the morning mood. And I'm pretty sure I found a small hair in my food one morning, which was NOT great. But you know, these are the imperfections that give a place character. They're not dealbreakers. Still, the delay in the elevator felt like something they could definitely improve.
Would you recommend it? Seriously!
Yes. Absolutely, yes. For *families*, especially. If you're looking for a chill, easy family getaway in JB, and you don't want to spend a fortune, absolutely. The combination of space, the functional kitchen, and the promise of Netflix and decent WiFi actually made it a winner, really. It's not perfect, but it's real. And sometimes, real is better than perfect. I'd go back. I'd even venture to say, I *want* to go back. Just, maybe, I'd bring my own hair dryer.
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