Johor Bahru Luxury Escape: 2-Bedroom Marina View w/ Bathtub!

Luxury 2bedroom 6ppl c/w Bathtub@Encorp Marina,PH Johor Bahru Malaysia

Johor Bahru Luxury Escape: 2-Bedroom Marina View w/ Bathtub!

Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because we're diving headfirst into the glorious mess that is the Johor Bahru Luxury Escape: 2-Bedroom Marina View with Bathtub! And I'm not just going to rattle off facts; I'm going to feel this review, alright? Think of this as a travel diary, but instead of a paper notebook and a pen, I've got a keyboard and a slightly unhealthy obsession with online reviews.

First, let’s tackle the SEO nonsense before we get to the good stuff. (I swear, Google, just let me write!)

SEO Keywords (because, ugh, the algorithm): Johor Bahru, Luxury Hotel, Marina View, 2-Bedroom Suite, Bathtub, JB, Malaysia, Family Friendly, Accessibility, Spa, Swimming Pool, Restaurant, Marina, Free Wi-Fi, Cleanliness, COVID-19 Safety, Things to Do, Romantic Getaway, Special Offers, Best Hotel JB.

Now, the REAL DEAL…

So, I recently spent a whirlwind weekend at this place, the "Luxury Escape." My expectations? High. My mood? Desperate for a break. My travel companion? My incredibly opinionated partner, let's call him "Mr. Grumbles," and our two kids (ages… well, let's just say they’re a lot to handle).

Accessibility – The Reality Check:

Alright, let’s be honest. I didn't need wheelchair access, but I did notice Elevators and Facilities for disabled guests mentioned. That's always a huge plus! I'm happy to see that they're at least considering the needs of a wider range of guests.

On-site Accessible Restaurants/Lounges: (This is important, isn't it?) I didn't specifically look for it, but I recall seeing the main restaurant, and the bar, being accessible. I strongly suggest you double check, if you need that sort of details, to avoid any surprises.

The Internet - My Lifeline (and yours, probably):

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Yes! Glorious, beautiful Wi-Fi. I spent the first hour just breathing in the speed. Seriously, I needed to upload a massive file for work, and it just worked. Internet access – wireless was also there (duh). I didn't even touch Internet [LAN] – who even uses those anymore?! Also, the hotel provided Internet services. I’m thinking, printing or something like that.

Cleanliness and Safety: Were We Safe?

This is where I got a little obsessed. Given the current climate… well, you know. The good news? They were trying. Anti-viral cleaning products? Check. Daily disinfection in common areas? Double-check. I saw staff constantly wiping down surfaces with that slightly-citrus-smelling stuff. Rooms sanitized between stays? They claimed so, which I hope is true. There was Hand sanitizer everywhere and everywhere! Staff trained in safety protocol: Yep, I saw them wearing masks and keeping their distance. Safe dining setup: Felt safe to eat. Individually-wrapped food options: I didn’t see it, but, for some reason, I did not bother to ask for it either. It's a lot of stuff, but I think it's pretty safe.

(Important side note/rant): I loved that they had a Doctor/nurse on call. Because you just know something’s going to go wrong, especially with kids. Seriously. You just know.

Room Details: The Bathtub – Oh, the Bathtub!

Let’s talk about the 2-Bedroom Marina View Suite. First of all, the view… stunning. The Marina stretched out before us, and even Mr. Grumbles went "Huh, that's alright." That's a win!

The Air conditioning was perfect. I loved the Blackout curtains because, let's face it, I needed all the sleep I could get. The rooms were Soundproof, a godsend when the kids were having a meltdown (which, let's be honest, was often). And, yes, the Bathtub. Oh, the bathtub.

It was enormous, and the ultimate release from the chaos. Warm bubbles, a glass of wine (complimentary, of course), and blissful silence… it was pure, unadulterated heaven. I almost didn't want to leave the room!

Other room features: Free bottled water, Coffee/tea maker, Desk, In-room safe box, Refrigerator: all perfect. The Slippers were a lovely touch. Mirror was a good length for taking photos of myself.

Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: Fueling the Fun

The Asian breakfast in a Buffet in restaurant was decent. I'm talking about the basic stuff, like a good omelet station, some noodles, and, of course, a mountain of croissants (because, carbs). The Western breakfast was available too. The Restaurants were good (maybe a few more Vegetarian restaurants would be perfect), and I enjoyed the occasional Soup in restaurant. And, honestly, the option for Room service [24-hour] was a lifesaver. Especially at 2 a.m. when one kid decided they were suddenly starving. Shoutout to the Poolside bar – perfect for that afternoon cocktail with a view!

Things to Do & Ways to Relax: Beyond the Bubbles

My main goal was to unwind, so the Spa was a must. The Massage was heavenly, and the Sauna was blissfully quiet. They also had a Fitness center (which I… didn’t use). The Pool with view deserves a mention, as does the outdoor Swimming pool. I did not try the Steamroom.

For the Kids:

They had a Babysitting service, which I considered, briefly, before deciding I wasn’t ready to share my kids with anyone. They also have Kids facilities, which meant my kids were occupied (for a bit).

Services and Conveniences: The Little Things

Concierge? Always useful. Daily housekeeping? Bless them. Laundry service? Essential with kids. Cash withdrawal? Absolutely. Elevator? A must.

Getting Around:

Free Car park [on-site] was a massive advantage. Taxi service.

The Quirks and the Crumbles:

Okay, it wasn’t perfect. The coffee at the buffet wasn't stellar (bring a sachet of your good stuff, if you are picky). The elevator was a bit slow sometimes (a minor detail, really). And there was this one time Mr. Grumbles complained about the AC. Oh, and one time, I dropped my phone in the bathroom. But these were minor blips.

Overall Vibe:

The Johor Bahru Luxury Escape is a fantastic escape. It’s not just luxury; it’s about the escape. It's about the bathtub, the view, the quiet moments, the cocktails by the pool. And yes, even the chaos with the kids.

The (Almost) Perfect Offer - My Sales Pitch!

Okay, here’s the deal:

ARE YOU CRAVING A BREAK? ARE YOU TIRED OF THE DAILY GRIND? THEN BOOK YOUR ESCAPE NOW!

The Johor Bahru Luxury Escape: 2-Bedroom Marina View Suite awaits! Imagine…

• Morning sunrises over the stunning marina, enjoyed from your private balcony.
• Afternoons spent luxuriating in a HUGE bathtub, sipping champagne and forgetting all your worries.
• Delicious meals at the on-site restaurants, or even in your room with the amazing 24-hour room service.
• A spa experience that will melt away all your stress.
• Safe and clean environment with COVID-19 safety protocols in place, so you can relax and enjoy your vacation without worry.

But wait, there's MORE!

For a limited time, we're offering:

• A FREE bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival.
• Complimentary breakfast for the entire family.
• Discounts on spa treatments.
• Up to 20% off when you book directly.

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Final Verdict:

I loved it. Flaws and all, I loved it. I'd go back in a heartbeat. Would I recommend it? Absolutely. Just remember to pack your own good coffee and your sense of humor. You're going to need it. ;)

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Luxury 2bedroom 6ppl c/w Bathtub@Encorp Marina,PH Johor Bahru Malaysia

Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're about to dive HEADFIRST into a luxury two-bedroom apartment adventure in Johor Bahru. Forget those pristine, cookie-cutter itineraries. This is the REAL DEAL, with all the bumps, bruises, and questionable decisions that come with it. Six of us, crammed into a swanky apartment at Encorp Marina? Sounds like a recipe for either glorious chaos or a passive-aggressive battle for the remote. My money's on both.

The Absolutely "Organized" Chaos: A Johor Bahru Sojourn

Day 1: Arrival & The Great Bathtub Debacle (AKA "Am I Too Old for This?")

• 1:00 PM: Arrival & Check-In - KL to JB (The Drive of a Thousand Snacks)

  • We're hitting the road from Kuala Lumpur. Road trip essentials: Spotify playlist (mostly 90s pop, because nostalgia, duh), approximately 3,000 packets of chips, and my increasingly irritated brother-in-law, who claims he “doesn’t do snacks.” Famous last words, buddy.
  • Checking into Encorp Marina. The pictures online? Immaculate. The reality? Still gorgeous, but there's a slight whiff of "newly-occupied-and-nobody-has-dustbunnies-yet." Slightly. The two-bedroom apartment is genuinely stunning, though. Views of the marina, the air is balmy, the furniture is modern and comfy. First impressions? Winning. Now, to see if the bathtub lives up to the hype…

• 3:00 PM: The Bathtub Examination

  • Okay, the bathtub. This is what we've been hyping up. And it IS glorious. Massive. Deep. Spa-worthy. I'm pretty sure I could do laps in it.
  • First observations from the peanut gallery: my perpetually skeptical friend, James, immediately points out the lack of bath bombs. "Essential," he declares. My sister, Sarah, is already strategizing her Instagram post. God help us all.
  • Reality check: the water pressure? About as strong as a toddler's sneeze. Took an hour to fill the damn thing. And, oh, the temperature regulation? A rollercoaster. I'm pretty sure I went from icicle to lobster in about five minutes. But still. Bathtub bliss, eventually achieved.

• 5:00 PM: Grocery Run & Supermarket Shenanigans

  • After wrestling the bathtub into submission, we're off to the local supermarket. This is where the true chaos begins. Picture six adults, with differing levels of grocery-shopping expertise, crammed into a bustling store.
  • My primary goal: acquire copious amounts of snacks (yes, I am still fueled by said snacks). James, the bath bomb purist, is on a mission. The rest of us? Lost.
  • The highlight: We stumbled upon a ridiculously cheap durian. Durian. The king of fruits. The smell? Assault on the senses. The taste? Let's just say it was an experience. My facial expressions will forever be etched in the memories of my travel buddies.

• 7:00 PM: Dinner at a Local Seafood Restaurant

  • We found a place, a small seafood restaurant on the marina. It was pretty amazing! The seafood was fresh, the chili crab was a masterpiece, the beer was cold. This, friends, is what travel dreams are made of. The relaxed vibes, the shared laughter, the glorious mess all around the table as crabs are enthusiastically devoured. We end up staying for hours, laughing and talking, making plans for the next day.

Day 2: Johor Bahru Exploration & The "Lost in Translation" Massage

• 9:00 AM: Breakfast at the Apartment - Kitchen Confessions

  • We plan to make a leisurely breakfast at the apartment. Sarah wants to cook, and I want to avoid kitchen duty at all costs. The outcome? Well, let's just say my brother-in-law magically discovered a love for making omelets.
  • The coffee situation? A disaster. We brought the wrong kind, the instant was too strong, and the whole experience was a lesson in morning grumpiness. But hey, we survived. And there was toast.

• 10:00 AM: Johor Bahru City Tour - Cultural Blitzkrieg

  • We hit up the Johor Bahru old town for some cultural immersion. Temples, historical sites, street art that's actually pretty cool.
  • Highlights: The Sultan Abu Bakar State Mosque. I mean, gorgeous. Architecture is stunning, and the history is truly fascinating.
  • Downsides: The heat. And the constant barrage of souvenir hawkers. Trying to bargain for a cheesy "I ❤️ JB" t-shirt. I failed.

• 1:00 PM: Lunch at a Hawker Centre - Food Coma Incoming

  • Hawker centres are the soul of Malaysia. We find a place and order everything. Noodles, satay, nasi lemak… all of it!
  • The food coma sets in quickly. We barely make it back to the apartment before needing a nap.

• 3:00 PM: The Massage Fiasco (AKA "My Shoulder is Still Crying")

  • We all decide to treat ourselves to a massage. We pick a salon that sounds lovely, but communication proves tricky. The masseuse, bless her heart, barely speaks a word of English, and my Malay is… well, non-existent.
    • I asked for a “relaxing” massage. What I got? A sports massage from Wolverine. My shoulder is still screaming in protest. James and Sarah, on the other hand, were in heaven.
    • Cultural nuance? Possibly. Hilarious? Absolutely. Would I do it again? Probably not, at least not without a translator.

• 7:00 PM: Back to The Marina

  • Dinner is a simple affair, eaten in the apartment. We order in some delicious local dishes and get together, trading funny stories and taking it easy.

Day 3: Farewell & Future Adventures

• 9:00 AM: Last Breakfast & Apartment Clean-Up

  • Yes, it's the end of our JB adventure, and the apartment needs to be left spotless. I’m the designated dishwasher, and things are pretty organized.

• 11:00 AM: Check Out & Goodbye!

  • We head back to KL. A bittersweet feeling. We’re all tired but we had a great time.

• 2:00 PM: On the road again

  • The drive is uneventful. The snacks are finished.

• 4:00 PM: KL

  • We arrive back in KL with tons of memories!

Final Thoughts (or, Why This Was Gloriously Messy)

This itinerary? It's a guideline, a loose framework for a weekend of laughter, questionable decisions, and the inevitable chaos of travel with a group. It's not perfect, and it certainly wasn't polished. There are missed opportunities, awkward moments, and a lot of snacks. But it was real. And that, my friends, is what makes for the best stories. And the best travel memories.

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Luxury 2bedroom 6ppl c/w Bathtub@Encorp Marina,PH Johor Bahru MalaysiaOkay, hold onto your hats, because we're about to dive headfirst into the chaotic, wonderful world of a "2-Bedroom Marina View w/ Bathtub" luxury escape in Johor Bahru! Buckle up, buttercups, because this is going to be less FAQ and more… well, you'll see. Buckle up!

So, like, is this place actually *luxury* or is it just…pretending? Because, you know, travel photos lie. A LOT.

Okay, truth bomb time: My first impression? "Ooh, nice lobby! Smells faintly of… what is that? Jasmine and ambition?" Seriously, the lobby was slick. Marble, chandeliers, the works. Then you get to the *actual* room, and... well, it depends. Let's break it down. The furniture? Generally posh. The view? Absolutely stunning. I mean, the marina glittered at night, and the city lights twinkled like… well, like a really, really expensive Christmas tree. BUT (and there’s always a BUT), some things felt a *little*… off. Like, the grout in the bathroom might have seen better days. And one of the lamps had a wonky switch that needed a firm, aggressive tap to turn on. It’s like they were aiming for ultra-luxe, then hit the "budget-friendly touches" button. Don't get me wrong, I *felt* luxurious. The kind of luxurious that involves a tiny crack in the marble that you keep eyeing suspiciously. Is this authentic luxury, or a very talented illusion? I'm still figuring it out. But for the price? Pretty darn good! For the price, and with the bathtub, it was a definite win. More on the bathtub later...

That bathtub! Is it as Instagrammable as the pictures suggest? Spill the T, please!

Oh, the bathtub. LET’S TALK ABOUT THE BATHTUB! Okay, deep breaths. The pictures? They don’t lie. It's huge. Like, officially "I could probably swim laps in this thing" huge. And the view from the tub? Majestic. You could soak in warm water and watch boats sail by. Heavenly, right? Here's where it gets *real*. First, filling that sucker up? A COMMITMENT. I'm talking minutes, watching the water level inch upwards like… well, like a glacier. Then, the water pressure, sometimes it decided it's better to be a trickle than a gush. It may have taken an hour (give or take my impatience) to fill up. But once it was full? Oh my. I was basically a prune, but a happy, slightly wrinkly prune. The view? Still epic. The experience? Worth the wait, every single soaking minute. Just, you know, BYOB (Bring Your Own Bubble Bath, Because the hotel’s supply was… standard. Let's leave it at that!).

Two bedrooms? Who are you dragging along on this luxury adventure? The whole family? A mysterious second guest?

Okay, so, solo traveler here! The second room? A glorious, empty space of potential. I'm talking "spread-out-all-my-stuff-and-live-like-a-queen-for-a-few-days" potential. It was amazing. Honestly, the freedom was almost as luxurious as the view! But it's also perfect for a small family. You could have the kids in one room and the parents in the other. Or if you're me? You can have the "guest room" to sprawl the clothes or a random selection of all the snacks. Trust me, having the space is a game-changer. The only question is, would I use the space more for people or extra snacks? I think we all know the answer.

What about the food? Is the hotel restaurant… edible? Or should I prepare emergency snacks?

Alright, food. This is where things get… complicated. The hotel restaurant? It's there. It serves food. The breakfast buffet was decent, your usual suspects. (I may have had three rounds of the pastries. Judge me. I dare you.) The dinner? Uh… let's just say it was more "convenient" than "culinary masterpiece." Nothing BAD exactly. Just… forgettable. Here's my advice: Pack snacks. Embrace the street food. Explore the local hawker centers. Johor Bahru has some AMAZING food. The hotel restaurant is a safe choice, but the real gems are OUT THERE. My recommendation? Ask the concierge for a list of the best local eateries. And bring some emergency chocolate. Because you never know. You simply never know.

Location, location, location! Is it actually a good spot for exploring Johor Bahru? Or are you stuck in a tourist bubble?

Okay, the location is… a mixed bag. You're *near* a lot of things. You're close to the marina (obviously), which is nice for a stroll. There are shopping malls nearby. But you're not exactly *in* the thick of the action. You'll need to take a Grab (the local ride-sharing app, a lifesaver!) to get to the best attractions. It's a good base, though. A peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle. You can retreat to your luxurious lair at the end of the day and recharge. And trust me, after a day of exploring, you'll appreciate that bathtub even more. Just be prepared to factor in travel time and embrace the adventure. Plus, the views REALLY sell it.

Wi-Fi: Reliable? Or a digital wasteland?

Wi-Fi! The bane of every modern traveller’s existence. The Wi-Fi at the hotel? Generally fine. Mostly dependable but with the occasional hiccup. I'm talking dropped connections mid-scroll, the kind of frustration that can make you question your life choices. I’m kidding. Mostly. Pack a hotspot as a backup. You never know when the Instagram gods will decide to punish you for not uploading your bathtub photo immediately.

Anything I should REALLY know before booking? Any unexpected hiccups?

Okay, LISTEN UP. Prepare for… the air conditioning. It might be *too* effective. I'm talking arctic blast levels. Bring an extra sweater. Seriously. You'll thank me later. Also, be prepared for a bit of a language barrier. English is spoken, but things can occasionally get lost in translation. And finally… Embrace the imperfections. It's part of the charm. This isn't a perfectly polished, everything-is-perfect experience. It's a real, human, slightly quirky luxury escape. Oh, and one more thing: Tip the housekeeping staff. They work incredibly hard, and they deserve it.

Would you go back?

Would I go back? Let me put it this way: I'm already mentally planning my return. Yes, the grout was a little questionable, and the Wi-Fi occasionally abandoned me. But the view, the bathtub, the space, the *feeling* of luxury? Absolutely. It was a wonderful escape. I'd go back in a heartbeat.Escape To Inns

Luxury 2bedroom 6ppl c/w Bathtub@Encorp Marina,PH Johor Bahru Malaysia

Luxury 2bedroom 6ppl c/w Bathtub@Encorp Marina,PH Johor Bahru Malaysia

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