5-Star Hotels in Selangor, Malaysia

[”Fantastic location, super convenient for getting around. The room was spotless and comfortable, and the service was incredibly thoughtful and excellent! 👍”,”The breakfast had a great variety and tasted delicious. The bedding was soft and made for a great night's sleep. Absolutely excellent value for money! ✨”,”The front desk check-in was efficient, and the room was quiet with good soundproofing. My stay exceeded my expectations! 🥰”,”The decor is stylish, and the cleanliness and attention to detail were top-notch. Plus, there are plenty of great places to eat and shop nearby! 🎊”]

Traveling to Malaysia or having an overnight layover? Ditch those hard airport benches! Let me share my experience at Sama-Sama Hotel, the only 5-star airport hotel at KLIA T1. ✈️ If you're arriving on an international flight (at KLIA Terminal 1), whether you need a good rest after a long journey or have an early flight the next day, this hotel is definitely your top choice. 🚗 How to get from Arrivals to the Hotel? (Includes shuttle service guide) Please do not attempt to walk with heavy luggage; it's quite a distance (approx. 500 meters). 🛬 Arrive at Level 2: After clearing immigration and collecting your baggage, take the elevator to Level 2. 📍 Find the Buggy Station: Look for signs pointing to 'Sama-Sama Hotel.' The shuttle station is directly opposite the Food Garden. 🚗 Call a Shuttle: There's a dedicated 24-hour free buggy service. Just wait a moment (or press the call button), and a uniformed staff member will drive you and your luggage via an indoor skybridge directly to the hotel lobby in just 3 minutes. 🍳 A 'Food City' Level Breakfast that Amazes the Taste Buds The hotel's Continents restaurant offers 24-hour service, and its breakfast is renowned. 🥘 A Fusion of Global Flavors: Malaysian dishes (the Nasi Lemak is a must-try!), Chinese dim sum and hot congee, authentic Indian curry with Roti Canai, Thai Tom Yum, and a full Western breakfast spread. 🍰 Dessert Paradise: A wide variety of Western cakes, freshly baked bread, and colorful Nyonya pastries, all visually stunning. 🏨 Hotel Facilities and History Although the hotel opened in 1998 (formerly Pan Pacific), it underwent extensive renovations when it rebranded as Sama-Sama in 2013. It's incredibly well-maintained and exudes a 5-star quality. ✨ Room Types: Offers 442 rooms, including Deluxe, Premier, and more luxurious Suites. The rooms feature double-glazed windows for excellent soundproofing, and some even offer views of the tarmac. 🏊♀️ Swimming Pool and Gym: The outdoor tropical garden pool on the 1st floor has a fantastic ambiance, and the 24-hour gym is fully equipped. 💆 Sari Kayangan Spa: Provides professional Malay massage services, perfect for relieving flight fatigue. 🍸 Traveller’s Bar & Grill: Features live band performances in the evening, offering steaks and various cocktails in a wonderful atmosphere. ✨ As a national airport hotel, it frequently hosts dignitaries, sports stars (like F1 drivers), and VVIPs attending international conferences. 💡 How to choose a transit hotel❓ ✅ Sama-Sama has two properties at KLIA T1; choose based on your needs: 1️⃣ Sama-Sama Express (airside/near Gate C5): No immigration required, suitable for short transits of up to 6 hours, charged hourly, and more affordable. 2️⃣ Sama-Sama Hotel (landside/this review's focus): Requires immigration clearance into Malaysia. Highly recommended for stays longer than 6 hours! Offers larger spaces, more comfortable bedding, and a full range of facilities.👍

Excellent stay overall. Great location with convenient access to nearby malls and attractions. Room was very clean, comfortable, and well maintained. Staff were friendly, professional, and provided excellent service throughout the stay. Amenities were good and suitable for a relaxing and productive business trip. Highly recommended.

We arrived a bit late. Check in was smooth, front staff was friendly, addressed everything in details. Room was okay, with carpet. Super comfortable soft beds and pillow. View from room was superb at night. Parking rm5 per 24 hours for hotel guest, can go out and come back many times within the 24 hours for only rm5. Water pressure is just average (we stayed at Level 12). Water heater not woking well but we dont really need that as Malaysia is super hot outside 😅. Got separated pool for female only and for general people(mix all), which is much appreciated. Overall experience is good and will come again definitely.

Good location, well connected to nearby malls. Many food options and easy to get around in grab too. Room is spacious, suitable for families. Particularly enjoy the cleanliness.

Before coming to Kuala Lumpur, I did a lot of research, checking reviews and opening dates for every hotel. Since I'm a super-clean Virgo, I was really worried about hygiene. My business trip budget was limited, so I chose this hotel because it was close to my client's company and, in my opinion, the best option available. After checking in, the room met my standards. If I can't find a suitable hotel next time, I'd definitely choose this one again. The hotel was renovated last year, so everything from the lobby to the rooms feels quite new. The bedding was also very clean and comfortable, which put my mind at ease. The staff at the front desk were very friendly too. I think the only downside is the location; it's not very convenient, and you pretty much have to take a taxi to get anywhere. Walking alone felt a bit scary as the surrounding area is quite old and run-down, with a lot of migrant workers around. I initially thought about extending my stay for another night, but the slightly remote location made me reconsider. I really did love the room itself; just staying inside the hotel was quite nice. It felt safe and comfortable, and I slept very well.

Stayed at Putrajaya Marriott Hotel recently. Overall environment was decent, but I was disappointed with two issues. Firstly, during breakfast, some of the cups provided were stained and did not appear properly cleaned, which affected the dining experience. Secondly, I booked and paid for a room with a double bed and sofa bed, but the room provided only had a double bed without the sofa bed as stated in the booking. Hope the hotel can improve on quality control and ensure room allocations match confirmed bookings.

Whole apartment with 2 big room, and 2 washroom . Host friendly and welcoming. Cleanliness not bad. Design modern. View from the unit very nice.

I came to stay overnight here to attend our alumni event. Room is spacious, with a balcony facing the garden. However the sofa needed some cleaning as there were patches of stain and a few (cookie?) crumbs were seen when I first came inside. Parking is near to the room but a bit inconvenient to drag my luggages on the road. I had to carry my luggages instead. The iron provided in the room was chipped. I didn’t realise it until I added water for the steam to function - it leaked and wet the whole ironing board instead. My clothes ended up getting wet while I tried to iron them. The iron definitely needs replacement. Food from our group dinner event was below average. Coffee and tea served with sugar and super sweet by the way. Breakfast was okay for the price. Chicken rendang, croissant, and sardine curry are among the ones that are delicious in the breakfast spread. I came to stay here about 13-14 years ago. But now I think the rooms need a good revamp.

We got married here last year and we enjoyed the excellent service, food served in Makan Kitxhen, Tosca, and the buffet for the wedding. Special curations for weddings made it all the more special. This trip marks our first anniversary and we’re delighted to have spend the weekend here again reminiscing our wedding last year. Booked through Trip:com and was upgraded to the highest floor compliments of the hotel. Overall we enjoyed the pool, the breakfast and our time in the hotel. Nothing short of amazing!