3-Star Hotels in Kedah, Malaysia

⭐️ (Strongly Not Recommended) My stay at A Coral Reefs Resort from 21–23 March started off acceptable, but what happened after check-out was deeply disappointing and raises serious concerns about the hotel’s professionalism and integrity. After I had already left the property and arrived at the airport, I received a call accusing me of being involved in a missing RM1200 reported by three foreign guests. This accusation was based solely on a vague CCTV clip showing me sitting in the lobby and putting something into my pocket. Let me be absolutely clear: such an allegation, made without concrete evidence, is irresponsible and unacceptable. The hotel’s account of the incident was inconsistent and unreliable. I was first told the money was left on a table, and later it was claimed to be inside a pair of pants. The inability to establish even the most basic facts seriously calls into question the credibility of the entire claim. Even more concerning is the timeline. If the alleged incident took place on 21 March, why was I only contacted on 23 March, after I had already checked out and reached the airport? This delay reflects either poor internal handling or a lack of proper investigation. The CCTV clip provided was incomplete and unclear. It merely shows me placing my own personal belongings (my phone and medicated oil) into my pocket. There is absolutely no evidence that I handled or took any cash. Relying on such selective and inconclusive footage to imply wrongdoing is not only unprofessional, but also unfairly damaging to a guest’s reputation. We have formally requested the full CCTV footage to ensure transparency and proper verification of facts. Failure to provide complete and unedited recordings will only further undermine the credibility of this accusation. If this matter is not handled appropriately, we will not hesitate to escalate it through formal complaint channels. Guests should be aware that without clear evidence, this establishment is willing to cast suspicion based on assumptions rather than facts.

This hotel is super cool, I really liked it. The room was clean, with a smart TV, and the lobby was very stylish. There's free popcorn. The pool area is also great, with a beautiful view of the jungle. The food is delicious, and the bar has a rich selection of drinks. My only minor complaint was the lack of towels – only a bath towel and a foot towel were provided. I would have liked towels for my face and hands as well. The main downside was the walk to the beach… I never did find the shortcut that people mentioned in reviews, so I always took the long way around. It felt quite spooky walking there because Langkawi gets very dark, and on one side there's an empty, fenced-off lot, and on the other, a hotel and construction site. Overall, it felt pretty safe, considering I walked alone at different times of the day and nothing happened. But the hotel itself is just superb, I'm thrilled!

We stayed at the hotel for two nights. The grounds are well-kept, but not very cozy. It was sparsely populated, the pool was small and green, and our child really wanted to splash around in the pool. We'd chosen a room with a pool, but we didn't get to use it. The location is good, close to the aquarium and Chenang Square. There's an excellent warung nearby; we only ate there, and people we met recommended it, and we often met there. The hotel is okay for 1-2 nights, but nothing more.

This hotel has great potential, but it's really lacking in maintenance, both in the rooms and common areas. The beach and water color aren't very inviting for swimming. The pool, however, is nice and very large. For the price, you can find better quality hotels in Langkawi.

Lovely Stay – Great Value, Super Comfortable and Friendly Staff! 🥰🥰 We stayed here for one night and had such a great experience! We booked the family of four room even though it was just the two of us — we wanted a big bed each, haha — and it was perfect. The beds were king-size and super comfy, so we both slept really well. The room was clean, spacious and very affordable — great value for money. A kettle and tea were provided, which was a nice touch. There weren’t many amenities, though — just a wall-mounted body wash (no separate shampoo or conditioner) — but for the price, it was still excellent. The staff at reception were so kind and helpful. We asked for a hair dryer and they brought one right away. There’s also a refillable water station between the rooms with both hot and cold water, which was really convenient. We liked the outdoor seating area too and they kindly ask that smokers sit outside with doors and windows closed — which keeps everything fresh inside. We took a Grab to Tengah Beach in the evening — it was quick and cheap both ways. The only small thing to note is that there aren’t many shops within walking distance, but taxis and Grab rides are very affordable. Overall, we had a lovely stay and would definitely stay here again! Thanks TC Garden Resort 🪴🫶🏼

Initially, I was assigned a room on the first floor, even though I booked a deluxe twin room. When I entered, I couldn't see anything 'deluxe' about it. It was just a very, very ordinary Shenzhen seaside apartment-style room, and not even as new as typical Shenzhen apartments. It looked run-down and dated, like something out of the 80s, though it was managed like a hotel with staff, not fully self-service, and there was a front desk for deposits and 'cultural relic maintenance fees'. The main issue was being on the first floor near the kitchen, with no outward-facing windows. The only window opened onto a small corridor where people could walk by. The experience was terrible, with no view whatsoever. Plus, there was a locked door inside the room that couldn't be opened from my side. I had no idea what was on the other side, or if it could be opened from there – quite a scary thought (see picture 4). I then contacted Trip.com customer service to help communicate with the hotel. They said there were no rooms available on other floors, but for an extra 40 MYR paid at the front desk, I could switch to a treehouse room on the 4th floor. I paid the additional 40 MYR myself, and it was much more comfortable – a private courtyard (see picture 5). Picture 2 shows the hotel restaurant, which was actually what made me choose this hotel based on Trip.com's beautiful photo, but the initial room was really bad. After paying extra for the treehouse room, it was quite good; at least I felt safe and didn't have to worry about someone on the other side of that door opening it in the middle of the night.

Located on the edge of Cenang Beach, about a seven or eight-minute walk from the beach, this single-story, courtyard-style hotel sits by the roadside. The swimming pool in the courtyard and the lounge area outside each room are quite beautiful, and the bathrooms in the rooms are relatively large. However, the hygiene of the linens is rather poor; the bedding has obvious old and stained marks, and the bath towels are yellowed and not very hygienic. The hotel service, however, is acceptable; any requests are readily accommodated. The popular Zhenlang Seafood Restaurant is just a ten-minute walk away, and there's a mobile night market near the hotel every Thursday. It's also close to the airport, with a round trip taking only about ten minutes.

For a budget hotel, it's not bad. We stayed at Malibest before this, and we liked this hotel more. At the very least, the towels were clean. We stayed in bungalows by the sea, which was very convenient, only a 3-minute walk to the beach. We were lucky with the weather, and there weren't many people, so jet skis weren't zipping around much. We could swim peacefully, and the mornings were absolutely perfect. The shower in the room was very inconvenient, and there was no safe, but everything else was fine. Breakfasts were okay, but very repetitive. Every morning, a sparrow would eat the peanut butter, and no one chased it away. Housekeeping was daily, and the view from the rooftop was beautiful, but no one ate lunch or dinner there while we were around, so we didn't either. We only went for breakfast.

This hotel was the most pleasant surprise of our entire trip to Malaysia. From check-in to check-out, the staff were incredibly warm and helpful throughout. The hotel has two floors; the second floor mainly houses the lobby, where you can order free drinks, which was a huge plus! There are also three adorable cats roaming around. Every morning, the hotel provides a complimentary special breakfast in the lobby, and you can tell a lot of thought goes into it. The lobby also offers games like Uno, playing cards, and building blocks to enjoy with friends, and there's a pool table near the bar. While the room's style was a bit on the darker side, it had a great design, and the bathroom was very spacious. I'd definitely choose this hotel again when I return to Langkawi~

The location is okay, about a 15-minute walk from Eagle Square and Billion Duty Free Supermarket (Langkawi). The hygiene was average, and the in-room facilities felt a bit outdated. The breakfast selection wasn't extensive and didn't really suit my taste, but my mom quite liked it. The front desk service was good, and the room was cleaned daily with toiletries replenished.