Hotel Kenangan

Hotel Kenangan is an inexpensive hotel that is located in the heart of Kuala Terengganu. The Hotel Kenangan is perfect for those who are looking for cheap accommodation in the middle of the town. The Hotel Kenangan is located in one of the rows of shophouses that flank the main road. Its location made the Hotel Kenang one of the best places to stay in Kuala Terengganu; near to the state government offices and walking distance to the waterfront.

How to Get to the Hotel Kenangan

Kuala Terengganu is now easily accessing by a couple of transportation mode. Driving is by far the easiest though it might be very tiring, as a trip from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Terengganu will take about five hours to complete. The five hours drive will go through the Karak Highway and also the East Coast Highway that is now connected to Kuala Terengganu. From the exit of the East Coast Highway to Hotel Kenangan, it will take about fifteen minutes to half an hour to reach. For those who are not looking to drive for such a long time, take an express bus from the Terminal Bersepadu Selatan in Kuala Lumpur to get to Kuala Terengganu. A ticket bus to Kuala Terengganu Bus Terminal starts from RM 43, one-way and the trip will take about six to seven hours to complete depending on the traffic condition. The Kuala Terengganu Bus Terminal is located just beside the Hotel Kenangan, some 250 meters or so. The fastest way to travel to Kuala Terengganu is definitely by taking flights. A ticket from Kuala Lumpur starts from as low as RM 92 during promotion time. If not, an average flight ticket to Kuala Terengganu is about RM 150, one-way. The Terengganu International Airport is about fifteen minutes from the Hotel Kenangan. There are taxis available at the airport that are willing to bring their passengers to any places in the city. Do note that the taxis do not use the meter, instead; they use the coupons system to calculate the fare. The fare is based on the distance from the airport to the destination.

Different Types of Room at the Hotel Kenangan

Hotel Kenangan only has three types of room in the hotel. The cheapest room at the hotel is the Double Room, which starts from RM 65 a night. The Double room has 12-sqm space and a Queen-sized bed. The Double room is perfect for a couple or single traveller. For a small family or travelling in a pack of three, the Triple room suits better. It is RM 75 a night and the 18-sqm of space is equipped with one Double-sized bed and one Single-sized bed. The Family room on the other hand, though has a smaller room size at 15-sqm, has two Double-sized beds. The Family room can sleep four people comfortably and it only starts from RM 85 a night. Some of the rooms are smoking room, so do tell the front desk if looking for a non-smoking room.

All of the rooms in the Hotel Kenangan have the same basic in-room amenities such as an air conditioner, a television and also a writing desk together with a chair. There are private bathrooms with shower and hot water. All of the rooms are also equipped with complimentary Wi-Fi connections.

All of the prices for the rooms include the breakfast service for two people. Any additional person will be charged RM 80 for breakfast service.

Restaurant and Café in the Hotel Kenangan

The Hotel Kenangan has a small restaurant where they serve their breakfast for the guests.

Activities and Facilities at the Hotel Kenangan

Even though it is a small and an inexpensive hotel, the Hotel Kenangan has a good number of facilities to accommodate to their guests. The hotel has a 24-hour receptionist and security. The hotel also has business facilities such as a business centre and meeting facilities. The common areas of the hotel are equipped with free Wi-Fi connections. The hotel also has parking spaces that are reserved for the guests, but they come with a surcharge.

Interesting Place near Hotel Kenangan

The Terengganu Waterfront

- Just ten minutes of walking from the Hotel Kenangan, there is a waterfront. It is one of the Kuala Terengganu’s most recent landmarks. The Terengganu Waterfront was built with a beautiful garden concept that faced the Terengganu River. The Terengganu Waterfront is a perfect place to spend time, relaxing, with family while enjoying the view and the cooling breeze. The Waterfront also has rows of shops selling local snacks, to small independent boutiques.