Hotel Shopping (Part 1)

Prince Hotel.

We started off with Price Hotel and the coordinator, Natalie Chia was a really jovial person. We warmed up to her immediately! She brought is to the poolside area. The place is nice, it is high up and has some sort of a tropical feel to it. However, Natalie said that it was not advisable to hold a matrimonial ceremony there in the evening as kids and ang moh tend to run around, swim, and sun bath (?!) in the evening.

We then went to the hotel's cafe where she showed us the brochure and what is included in their wedding package over a hot cup of brewed tea. The package starts from RM1,499++, which is RM1,725 nett. It was already above our budget and we made a mental note to strike this hotel out from our list. Don't get me wrong, the hotel is fine just that it does not suit our budget.

Coincidentally, there was to be wedding on that night itself and Natalie showed us the ballroom and the decor. Pretty standard hotel setup. Only thing is that I find the ballroom too erm.. gold. Floor to ceiling is gold. The hanging lights are gold. Personal preference I guess.


Hotel Maya.

The first time we stepped into the hotel, we were so amazed at their interior designing! So classy and artistic! So different! We loved the place at first sight! We then went on our own to see Sky Lounge (where we intended to have our matrimonial). Alas, they have never held weddings there before.


We didn't manage to meet up with the coordinator, Mandy as it was her off day. The wedding package starts from RM900++, which is RM1,035 nett - which is within our budget. Problem is that the hall can only accommodate up to a maximum of 20 tables. Too small! Hence, we ended up having no choice but to strike this hotel out from our list.


Hotel Equatorial KL.

This hotel was alright. Old but still bearable. The poolside area was nothing to shout about, we were facing directly to the monorail line. Potong stim!

Headed to the banquet hall. June, the coordinator was not there as well so we helped ourselves and walked into the hall. They were setting up for a wedding that night as well. Set-up was simple and nice. The ceiling has fairy lights dripping down. Very nice effect. :) The package starts from RM859++ (if I remember correctly), which equals to RM988 nett. It suited our budget nicely, and the hall can host up to 35 tables.

Went back and consulted our parents and it was reckoned that it was impossible to fit all the guests. My bro's wedding of 50 tables also had a problem to fit all the guests in. Imagine me and Bear's combined dinner - and the amount of guests! Further, June won't allow us to book in advance as they are revising the price. So, we ended up striking this hotel out from our list.


KL Tower (Menara KL).

After 3 hotels, we were so tired, we just quickly went up to KL Tower and have a look at the setup there. Yes! Another wedding. I think at that time, it must be an 'ong' day, so many weddings running simultaneously. We selamba barge in and I must say the decor was impressive. However, the layout was bad. It was in a circle/oval arrangement (obviously as the tower goes in circles). And feedback from Malaysia Brides' Forum, the food served is cold. No doubt they cater from Tai Thong, but it has to be pre-cooked as KL Tower does not have a designated restaurant. Hence, this was out as well.


Gotta admit though, the view was fantastic! :p Nice place to do ROM. It is right outside on the observation deck! Wei Shin will love it! :p Mass wedding on 09/09/09 at RM7,999 crazy~!


By then, we were so tired going hotel to hotel. Steph did warn us not to go to too many hotels or we will end up getting confused. Plus, it was really a waste of time. Once we know and we know and we know what we want, go for a hotel that can meet most of our requirements, and straightaway book. Do not look around anymore.

I couldn't agree with her more. And it was only Part 1 of hotel shoping ok! Pening.

Love;
The Bride-To-Be