Staycation in Mariott Putrajaya Hotel

🏨 Overview & Location • Architecture & Ambience: The hotel features a grand Mediterranean-Moorish design with high-ceilinged lobby spaces and lush landscaped gardens . • Strategic Location: Just 25 min from KLIA and KL city centre, and adjacent to IOI City Mall with hourly free shuttle service . ⸻ 🛏 Room Quality & Cleanliness • Spacious & Well‑Equipped: Deluxe rooms (~387 sqft) and suites include comfy king beds, daybeds, LED TVs, in-room safes, and separate bathtubs . Bathrooms use quality “This Works” amenities . • Mixed Renovation Status: Many guests noted ongoing refurbishments. Some areas have been refreshed with modern décor, while others still feel dated . Reports range from “very clean” to issues like strange smells or minor maintenance woes . ⸻ 🍽 Dining & F&B • Breakfast Buffet: Frequently praised – described as “generous”, “fresh”, and among the best in Malaysia, with diverse Western and local options, including teh tarik . • A la Carte & Room Service: Sirloin steak with black pepper sauce received high acclaim . Restaurants like Zest, Summer Palace (Chinese), and Midori (Japanese) offer a pleasing variety . • Lounge Access: Pre‑COVID, some guests enjoyed executive lounge with evening cocktails and high tea (). ⸻ 🏊♀️ Facilities & Family Amenities • Pool Complex: Includes a large lagoon-style pool, children’s splash zone, slides, and whirlpool—all widely loved by families (). • Fitness & Kids’ Club: 24‑hour gym with full equipment, sauna/steam rooms, and “Kiddies World” indoor play area . • Other Nearby Attractions: Proximity to IOI City Mall, Putra Mosque, wetlands park—ideal for a more engaging stay .