Hong Kong Harbour Light Show

Hong Kong Harbour by ShutterPlus+

Visited Hong Kong in December, the weather was cool but the sky was cloudy during our stay there. Waited 4 nights before this picture of Hong Kong's Symphony of Lights was finally captured.

The Search for Good Food - S'poreans' Favorite Past-Time

Hong Kong Central by ShutterPlus+

We didn't get to visit Lan Kwai Fong in the evening. However, we found a very good Wonton noodle shop at 77 Wellington Street (麥奀雲吞麵世家) not far from the famous Yung Kee Restaurant where we had dim sum and the delicious roasted goose.

The “Flying Roast Goose” at Yung Kee Restaurant

Stayed at the Less Crowded Part of  Hong Kong

We decided to avoid the crowd in Kowloon and booked hotel rooms at Hong Kong island. However, hotels near to Central and Admiralty MTR stations are too expensive for our budget. After more research and consideration, we found cheaper room rates at the 60 West Hotel near Sheung Wan MTR station. We stayed there for 4 nights and were quite happy with the spacious room, free WiFi and the convenient location.

Hotels near Sunway Lagoon

I have to admit, whenever I'm at Malaysia, the billboard on Sunway Lagoon never fails to catch my attention. For some reason, it reminds me of a certain amusement park song. Fans of Freddy Cannon might know that I'm referring to Palisades Park.

Photo: Flickr/Squallwc

Not One but Five Themed Parks

The attraction has not one, but five themed parks! Water-loving people should stop at the Water Park while families should not miss the Amusement and Wildlife Park. Love horror and getting scared? Well, Scream Park is the ultimate choice. For daredevils, check out the Extreme Park for some adrenaline pumping activities!

Avoid the Traffic Jam, Stay at Hotel Near Sunway Lagoon

Dynamic, fun and loud, Sunway Lagoon is located at Petaling Jaya, about 30-minute drive from KL city centre if you were lucky not to be caught in a traffic jam. So it is a good idea to book a hotel room near Sunway Lagoon or Sunway Pyramid shopping centre because saving you travelling time and cost, you could get better hotel deals here than in KL.

Photo: Flickr/Tomomi Sasaki

Hotels nearest to Sunway Lagoon

The Villas @ Sunway Resort
True to their name, this hotel gives off a mystique vibe. This villa is ideal for people who want a quick getaway to solitude. Of all facilities, the outdoor pool definitely stands out by a mile. Rates start from USD298. A 5 minute drive to Sunway Lagoon, The Villas @ Sunway Resort offers shuttle services. Do note that children below the age of 12 are not allowed in the villas.

Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa
Modern and classy, this resort features magnificent facilities such as an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. With 439 rooms in total, rates start from USD97. Likewise, Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa is a 5 minute drive to Sunway Lagoon and also offers free shuttle services.

Sunway Pyramid Hotel @ Sunway Resort
Like the hotels mentioned above, Sunway Pyramid is also located at Bandar Sunway. That said, visitors should be able to get to Sunway Lagoon in 5 minutes tops. Simple furnishing with great views, rates are from USD69. Also offers shuttle services.

Hotels with Family Room

Best View Hotel Sunway Metro
Modest looking and with minimal designs, Best View Hotel Sunway Metro features 30 rooms in 3 rooms. A 3 minute drive to Sunway Lagoon, rates start from USD30. Unfortunately, the hotel does not offer shuttle services. Best to take a taxi if you were to visit Sunway Lagoon.

Hotel D'New 1
A 7 minute drive to Sunway Lagoon, Hotel D'New 1 features 33 rooms in 3 floors. Clean and modestly looking, the hotel offers free WiFi access in public areas. Rates start from USD39. Bear in mind that shuttle service is not provided.

Budget Hotels near Sunway Lagoon

Sun Inns Lagoon
The hotel offers quality budget rooms for people with cash. A 5 minute drive to Sunway Lagoon, rates start from USD20. Facilities such as laundry services are available; however, this is a different case with shuttle bus services.

Sun Inns Mentari
Similarly a 5 minute drive to the amusement park, Sun Inns Mentari has a total of 115 rooms. WiFi is free to use and rates start from USD24. Since shuttle service is not provided, it is advisable to take a cab.