Hotels near Homestay Felda Semenchu, Kota Tinggi

Good location at the main junction behind Petronas service station and new Bandar Penawar township, many restaurants around, 2km away from Cherating public beach

My son and I recently went to Lotus Desaru and it was really fun. I actually didn’t expect a lot of things from here, but it really surprised me. The room was spacious, with high ceilings and cozy lighting. We had a bedroom upstairs, which made it feel even bigger. It was clean and comfortable, perfect for the two of us. Their cable even had Nickelodeon, so that was a plus, and they also had some movie channels. They also have room service from one of their restaurants, it can take 30-40 minutes to arrive but the food was really nice and eating inside your own room has some perks to it. My son absolutely loved the water park, and I enjoyed the pools too. There were plenty of activities to keep us entertained, and a good variety of restaurants with both seafood and western options. The breakfast was great, and the fact that you can catch the sunrise near the beach was a big bonus for us (make sure to head to the restaurant before 8 am, which we did). The beach was also beautiful with white sand and much better than I anticipated. The only thing that made me think twice about going back to the beach was that there was a rope attached to a buoy of some kind. First, I stepped on it and got small cuts on the sole of my right foot, and then I hit it again with my left, but this time, I hit the top part of my foot, resulting in even bigger cuts. I had to buy two band-aids (which were available nearby at the souvenir shop) to stop the bleeding. I’m pretty sure I’m not the only one who had that experience. I thought the ride from Johor Bahru to Desaru would take long but it only took about 1.5 hours by Grab. The fare from JB to Lotus on Saturday morning was RM255, but oddly enough, the ride back to JB was only RM130. Not sure why, but either way, it’s really not far at all for families coming from Singapore looking for a beach getaway like this. We had an amazing time (aside from that injury), and we are actually booked to go back in October with my two sons and wife, who couldn’t join last time. I highly recommend it for families who want a short ride and time off from the busy Singapore life.

From check in to check out all was a breeze, staff was friendly, very accommodating and helpful. Only downside was their cleanliness. Need to upkeep and improve in that area. Breakfast spread was aplenty. Swimming pool great, but lots of sand in it, understandable as it is near to the beach. So far in my 3d2n stay it was safe. Nothing sus. Low crowd too, maybe sg holidays ending period. Overall a nice stay.

GOOD (well, more or less): *) I slept well as the bed is good enough. However, the bed is too short. I booked a room with king-size bed. Sleeping in the bed diagonally was the solution. *) The staff are friendly, but not all of them are able to speak English confidently. Especially housekeeping staff. BAD: *) Poor sound isolation. You can hear precisely what is being said in the hallway. And can hear what is happening in the neighbouring room. Many rooms have a connecting door, making the sound isolation even worse. *) ”breakfast included”. They only serve a buffet style, consisting of rice, noodles, (overly) hard-boiled eggs, chicken sausages, plus toast with butter, jam and kaya. And a choice between sweetened coffee or sweetened tea. It is not surprising that the breakfast room was pretty much deserted every time I was there: most people prefer to skip this. *) ”every room has wifi”. True, but the internet speed is so low that it isn't usable for reading email or a newspaper. Forget about watching photos or video. Unusable. *) The number lock on the safety box in my room was not working. As a solution the staff gave me the manager's key to it, for me to keep during my entire stay. Imagine this: if I would have had access to other rooms I would have been able to open their safety boxes. The staff did not record that I had that key in my possession. UGLY: *) The electricity outlet in the bathroom was a serious safety hazard. See attached photo. I don't know what they were thinking when they made this: I don't know what plug fits this dangling connector. The lack of isolation makes this dangerous in a room with a wet floor. I guess the conclusion of this story is that you get what you pay for. I paid RM107 per night for a so-called ”Executive Deluxe” room, which is an exaggeration for a standard double room.

I was in room 1002. There is so many defect i was found. Which is... 1. No water heater 2. Room was flooded with raining water 3. No telephone 4. Tv no channels Lucky i just stayed for 1 night . Already made a complain to the staff. And they promised to wiped the floor but seems no one came. It's hard for us to pray

I will always stay in this hotel whenever travelling to Johore Bahru. The room rate is quite economical and no changes for the past few years. The room facility has improved even the room rate remain unchanged. i have discovered that the hotel room already been put a refrigerator and the bathroom also has a glass to segregate the shower area when I stay there recently. As for hotel exterior, they have installed a mini fountain to beautify the area. Overall, satisfy to stay at this hotel.

I've stayed here for the second time. Still as impressed as ever The only slight problem is that the hot water kettle in the room doesn't work. Being able to check the equipment would be great. Overall, it's good. I like the friendly, smiling staff. Waiting to provide good service.

We just came back from a weekend birthday staycation. Our stay at Renaissance Hotel was a very comfortable one and the staff were extremely thoughtful to prepare a surprise setup in our room - complete with balloons, a printed birthday message with even little heart shapes, as well as a tasty slice of birthday cake and handwritten card! We were very touched by this gesture; thank you so much! Their breakfast buffet was also better than expected - great variety and good taste!

I recently stayed at Mount Austin Park Hotel, and I was thoroughly impressed! The location couldn't have been better—just a short walk from a wide variety of eateries, offering everything from local delights to international cuisine. Whether you're in the mood for a quick snack or a sit-down meal, you'll find plenty of options right around the corner. The hotel itself was clean and comfortable, with friendly staff who were always ready to help. The rooms were spacious, modern, and well-maintained, making it a perfect place to relax after a day of exploring the city or enjoying the nearby restaurants. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a convenient, well-located spot with easy access to great food!

This was a staycation and we booked an executive twin with ‘2 large single beds’ as advertised, but the room was very small, so were the beds. Although rather well-appointed in terms of furnishings, there just isn’t quite enough space for 2 adults and a pre-teen child to roam. The tv is also smaller usual. There is no breakfast provided but the street that the hotel is located at has some options, but not where I would go for breakfast. The Mount Austin theme park is nearby, but if that’s where you’re heading, I’d assume you would like more space and comfort to chill out after an entire day of play.