Unbelievable Kuching Staycation: Dayang's Metrocity Condo Awaits!
Unbelievable Kuching Staycation: Dayang's Metrocity Condo Awaits! - My Unfiltered Truth Bomb!
Alright, people, let's get real. Kuching, Borneo. Sounds exotic, right? Well, it is… mostly. And so is this "Unbelievable Kuching Staycation: Dayang's Metrocity Condo Awaits!" This isn't some polished travel blog post. This is me – spilling the tea, warts and all. Buckle up, buttercups. Let me preface this by saying I’m obsessed with finding a good deal, and this place promised a lot. I’m all about value, and I came in skeptical, but also hopeful.
First Impressions: Metrocity… Metropolis-ish
Okay, so "Metrocity" feels a little ambitious. It's not exactly Times Square. But, like, the vibe outside of the condo is… well, let's call it "evolving." You've got your shops, your food stalls (essential!), and the promise of adventure. The building itself is…efficient. Nothing glamorous, but clean enough, and the security seemed legit. (Accessibility: Elevator – check! Essential for getting my lazy butt up to the room!) I was stoked I saw an elevator. My back, knees, and general un-fitness thank you.
Accessibility: Wheelin' and Dealin' (Mostly…)
While the elevator access was great (see above, I'm a broken record), true wheelchair accessibility needs some work. The hallways weren't always super wide, and I didn't see any dedicated accessible rooms listed online (though, to be fair, I didn't ASK either - my bad!). (Hotel needs to work on its facilities for disabled guests. Maybe a little more information on this would make me feel a bit safer. )
Getting Connected: Wi-Fi Woes and Wins
Internet, Internet, Internet! Seriously, this is a deal-breaker for me. And… mixed results. Free Wi-Fi in the rooms? YES! Praise the gods! (Seriously, a good internet connection is the glue that holds my life together.) Speeds weren't mind-blowing, but totally usable for streaming and, you know, working. (Wi-Fi in public areas? Also, yes!) There was also supposedly LAN access (I'm not sure who uses LAN anymore, but hey, options!) They even had Wi-Fi for special events… I’m not sure what the events are, but at least they were covered!
Things to Do & Places to Chill: A Mixed Bag of Awesome
Okay, here's where things get interesting. The pool, the pool, the pool! (Swimming pool [outdoor] and Pool with view – YES AND YES!) It wasn't the biggest, but it overlooked the city and, honestly, the view was stunning at sunset. I spent a solid hour there just… doing nothing. And that's a win in my book.
The gym/fitness facilities? Exist, but I didn't use them. Look, I was on vacation. There were significantly more appealing activities, like… you know… eating.
They have a Spa, but I don't think I used it. I couldn't see any info of what was available! But, they did have what I could see as Sauna and Steamroom. I probably should have used it. Damn it.
Food, Glorious Food: A Kuching Culinary Adventure
Restaurants, Restaurants, Everywhere! This is Kuching. Food is EVERYTHING. And Dayang's Metrocity wasn't slacking. While I didn’t eat in the hotel quite as much as I was eating out, there was still plenty of deliciousness.
- Breakfast [buffet]? Sure. They had your expected Asian breakfast, and some Western breakfast. Honestly I am not a big fan of buffets but they made up for it!
- Asian cuisine in restaurant and International cuisine in restaurant - great! More options are always great!
- Coffee/tea in restaurant - yay!
- Poolside bar - fantastic!
I'm a sucker for convenience! I was able to get some Breakfast in room and Room service [24-hour] I love it when I don't feel like moving!
Cleanliness and Safety: Feeling Safe-ish
Rooms sanitized between stays? I hope so! They had Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hand sanitizer, and Sterilizing equipment. That’s a win for cleanliness, especially now. Staff trained in safety protocol? Probably! First aid kit? Good. Smoke alarms, Fire extinguisher, and CCTV in common areas? Good, good, good. Security [24-hour] and CCTV outside property. At least they try.
The Room Itself: Cozy Cubicle or Blissful Bedroom?
My room was… practical. (Air conditioning – check! Blackout curtains – praise be!) Cleanliness was good. (Daily housekeeping, Towels)Free bottled water was a lifesaver. They had a desk, mirror, refrigerator, and a safe. Honestly it had everything I needed!
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things
- Concierge? Yep. Helpful.
- Laundry service/Dry cleaning/Ironing service? Absolutely.
- Cash withdrawal? Check.
- Luggage storage? Sure.
- Daily housekeeping? A godsend.
For the Kids
I did not have kids so I can't judge. But the listing said Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal. So, that's convenient for some.
The Verdict:
Okay, here's the raw truth. Dayang's Metrocity isn't going to win any awards for luxury. But it's clean, comfortable, convenient, and the pool is a definite highlight. More research should be done on the accessibility, but otherwise, it's a solid option for Kuching. Is it "Unbelievable?" Maybe not. But for the price and the location? It's a darn good staycation.
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Here's what you get:
- Clean and comfortable rooms with all the essentials (AC, blackout curtains, free Wi-Fi!).
- A stunning outdoor pool with a view that'll take your breath away.
- Delicious food options to fuel your Kuching adventures.
- A convenient location close to everything Kuching has to offer – from food stalls to jungle treks.
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- A special discount on your first night!
- Free access to the fitness center (if you're into that sort of thing).
- A welcome drink at the poolside bar (because… you deserve it!).
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups! This ain't gonna be your perfectly-edited, Instagram-filtered travel diary. This is real life, Dayang Staycation style, at the Metrocity Condominium in Kuching, Malaysia. Prepare for whiplash, questionable decisions, and possibly a complete meltdown. Here we go:
DAY 1: ARRIVAL, ALMOST-DISASTER, AND AUTHENTIC LAKSA (OR WAS IT?)
- Morning (8:00 AM - 10:00 AM): Landed at Kuching International Airport. Jetlag is already whispering sweet nothings of naptime into my ear. Grabbed a Grab to the condo. The driver, bless his soul, somehow navigated Kuching traffic with the grace of a drunken ballerina on roller skates. Found the damn condo. Okay, the "Dayang" part is adorable. The place, while clean and relatively modern, is…well, kinda beige. Beige walls, beige furniture, beige everything. It's like living inside a giant oat.
- Anecdote: Spent a good ten minutes fumbling with the lockbox to get the key. My inner klutz was screaming. Finally got it open and felt a ridiculous surge of accomplishment, like I'd just conquered Everest.
- Mid-Morning (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Settling in. Unpacking. Fighting the urge to immediately crawl into bed. The AC is cranked to Antarctic levels—perfect after the muggy airport. Stumbled upon the condo's "facilities" – a pool that looks suspiciously like it hasn't seen chlorine in weeks (more on that later) and a pathetic excuse for a gym. Decided the pool's a no-go. The gym can wait.
- Lunch (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM): The moment of truth: Laksa hunt! Kuching is famous for it. Googled "best laksa Kuching." The internet, bless its heart, nearly gave me a panic attack with the sheer volume of options. Did some more Googling and yelping, the usual. Settled on a place called "Chong Choon Cafe".
- Quirky Observation: The street food scene here is a jungle! Cars are like hungry vultures, scooters weaving through traffic like frantic insects. Everything smells delicious, a chaotic symphony of spices and frying things… and exhaust fumes.
- Emotional Reaction/Anecdote: The laksa…oh, the laksa. It was…okay. Maybe. I’m not entirely sure. The broth was good, the noodles were the right texture, but something was…. missing? Was it the ambiance? (Super busy, noisy, and humid.) Or maybe I had built up the expectation too high that the first bite would send me into a flavour coma. Either way, it wasn't a tear-jerking revelation. Maybe the best laksa is yet to be found. I'm going to have to eat a LOT more laksa to truly form an opinion.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Naptime. Because, jet lag. And beige.
- Evening (5:00 PM - Late): Wandered around the Metrocity area. Found a 7-Eleven (a beacon of familiarity in a sea of the unknown). Got snacks. Ate them. Contemplated ordering food from the condo, then chickened out because I needed to get out. Attempted to find a decent dinner near the condo. All the restaurants (mostly chinese restaurants) were way too big for my liking, so I turned back to 7-Eleven for the 2nd time.
- Imperfection/Rambling: Seriously, this condo area needs more food variety or a better public transportation system. Maybe I expected too much from a random staycation in Kuching! Tomorrow, I'm going to explore, damn it. I'm going to find some non-beige food. And maybe actually leave the building.
DAY 2: CULTURE SHOCK AND COFFEE (AND A VERY CRAPPY POOL)
- Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Okay, no more excuses. Got my exhausted ass out of bed. Decided to brave the Kuching city centre. Took another Grab, which, as usual, felt like a roller coaster ride. Visited the Sarawak Museum.
- Stream-of-Consciousness: The museum was… alright. A little dusty, a little dated, but the history was interesting, I guess. The exhibits on native cultures were fascinating, the headhunting stuff… less so (shudder). Then, had to walk to the Old Courthouse. Beautiful building. Felt like I was in a period drama, you know?
- Lunch (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM): Found the best coffee shop in Kuching. Found it in a tiny alleyway across from the Old Courthouse. It was called "Bla Bla Cafe". It was hipster-y, but the coffee was amazing. The kind of coffee that makes you want to write poetry.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Back to the condo. You know, the pool that looked so inviting and then wasn't? Yeah. I went for it. Big freaking mistake.
- Doubling Down/Emotional Reaction: It felt disgusting, the water was kind of murky, and I swear I saw something wriggling in the corner. Then, the real kicker: A kid, presumably from one of the other condos, started screaming directly at me. I think this kid thought I was going to drown. I got the hell out of there. I wouldn't swim there again for all the gold in Fort Knox.
- Evening (4:00 PM - Late): Decided to walk again. More 7-Eleven snacks. Found another laksa place. Slightly better than yesterday's laksa. It's all a slow learning process, I'm getting there. The walk was a bit dodgy, and the sun was setting, so I headed back to the condo to relax.
- Opinionated Language: Metrocity is fine for a cheap stay. It’s clean, and it has the basics. But it is not, I repeat, NOT a destination.
DAY 3: FAREWELL (AND THE RETAIL THERAPY)
- Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Last morning. Feeling slightly less beige. Decided to get serious about shopping (since I had absolutely nothing else to do.) Went to a big shopping mall. Found a lot of non-beige items.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Decided to have a farewell Laksa from the same Laksa place that was slightly better than yesterday's Laksa. I'm starting to accept it.
- Afternoon (2:00 PM - 4:00 PM): Checked out. Airport. Goodbye, Kuching (and mediocre pools).
- Evening (4:00 PM - Onwards): Plane. Home. Dream of Laksa.
This is the Dayang Staycation experience. It's not perfect, it's not always pretty, but it's real. And hey, at least I survived. And, maybe, just maybe, I'll have a craving for a proper laksa next time round.
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Okay, spill it. What's THIS "Unbelievable Kuching Staycation" BUSINESS all about? I'm already picturing mosquito bites and lukewarm coffee. Tell me I'm WRONG!
Alright, alright, breathe. Look, it's basically a staycation. Dayang, bless her heart, has a condo in Metrocity. That's the "Unbelievable" part, I guess. (Though honestly, my expectations hovered somewhere around "decent balcony view," not "life-altering experience," you know?)
Anyway, the idea is to escape the chaos of… well, *my* life. You know, the usual: laundry mountain, screaming cat, the existential dread of choosing between instant noodles flavors. Kuching, for me, always sounds exotic, even when it’s just a few kilometers away. Dayang promised a "chill vibe." We'll see about that. My "chill vibe" usually involves Netflix and a questionable amount of ice cream.
Dayang? Is SHE trustworthy? Like, does she actually *own* the condo? My inner skeptic is twitching.
Dayang is... well, Dayang. She's the kind of person who gets excited about... *everything*. So yes, she owns the condo. And yes, she probably *over*-promised on the "luxury" aspect. But she's genuinely lovely. And if the condo *is* truly as described, I owe her a big, fat, "thank you" (and maybe an apology for side-eyeing her promotional photos.)
I’ve known her for ages. She's the one who convinced me to try durian once. (It was… an experience. Let’s leave it at that.) So yeah, trustworthy-ish. Let’s just say, I'm keeping my expectations measured, but my hopes… slightly elevated.
What's the *deal* with Metrocity? I've heard… things. Mainly about traffic and the occasional rogue durian delivery.
Metrocity. Ah, the place where you question your life choices… but also where you can *totally* grab some amazing laksa at 3 am. Okay, it's not EXACTLY a utopia. The traffic can be… intense. Think a slow-motion car ballet, choreographed by road rage and faulty traffic lights. But, the food scene is epic. So, priorities, people!
And the durian… well. It’s Kuching. Durian is practically in the air, just waiting to ambush you. I'm preparing myself mentally. And maybe bringing breath mints.
Alright, spill the tea on the condo itself. Pictures? Amenities? Dishwashers that actually *work*? (I'm dreaming, aren't I?)
Okay, *here’s* where things get interesting. Dayang has been *gushing* about the "stunning city views" and the "modern kitchen." I've seen the photos. They're… optimistic. She *did* mention a swimming pool... which is crucial for me, a person who can’t swim but believes in the power of strategically placed pool floats.
Real-world expectations? I hope the air conditioning works. And not just *sort of* works. I need full, glorious, ice-age-esque AC. And a decent coffee machine. Beyond that, I'm just hoping for cleanliness. And maybe a balcony where I can sit, judge the world, and drink tea. You know, the essentials. Actually, Wait, maybe the most *important* thing is a working wifi. I'm going to need that for… research. Yeah, research.
What about the location *within* Metrocity? Is it near anything interesting, or am I going to be stuck in a concrete jungle hellscape?
Dayang said it's "centrally located," which in real-estate speak, can mean anything from "a five-minute walk to the best laksa" to "a forty-minute drive through rush-hour traffic to the nearest grocery store." I’m *really* hoping for the former. I heard there are a few decent restaurants nearby. And, blessedly, it's close to a shopping mall. (Because, you know, EMERGENCY retail therapy situations are a *must*.)
I've mentally prepared myself for a bit of driving, but hey, at least I'll have a good playlist. And maybe I’ll finally attempt to conquer traffic. This is a bold prediction and even a little bit unrealistic.
Okay, let's talk about the negatives, the ugly truths, what are you *dreading* the most?
Oh, the negatives. Okay. First, the traffic. I'm already envisioning myself stuck in a jam, listening to the same twenty songs on the radio, while my blood pressure slowly climbs. And second, the noise. I'm a light sleeper. Anything from a persistent *thump-thump* from a neighbor's karaoke session, to the incessant chatter, or the distant hum of construction, will keep me up all night.
Then, there's the possibility of... disappointing amenities. That "stunning city view" could turn out to be a view of a parking lot. The "modern kitchen" might be missing a crucial utensil. The internet might be slow. And don't even get me started on the horror of finding a spider in the shower. (shudders)
So, what are you *planning* to do during this "chill" staycation? Actual plans, or just vague promises of "relaxation"?
Okay, here's the thing. My "plans" are always... flexible. The initial idea was to read a stack of books, binge-watch some shows, and maybe even try a new cooking recipe. I was aiming for *bliss*. But, realistically? I'll probably end up wandering around Metrocity, trying all the food stalls I can find, and then end up doing nothing but staring at the walls while simultaneously scrolling through my phone.
I'm open to suggestions, though. Any recommendations for the *best* laksa in Metrocity? Any secret spots I should know about? Hit me with your Kuching intel!
Will you be visiting any of the local attractions? (Or are you just going to become a couch potato?)
Hmmm… "Visit local attractions." That sounds… *effortful*. I will, under *duress* from Dayang, make an effort. There's a park I've been meaning to see. And,Snooze And Stay
