New KL budget hotel plugs supply gap

Apple Hotel on Jalan Alor soft opened yesterday with 39 rooms, launching at a time when Kuala Lumpur is seeing strong demand for budget properties. The latest budget hotel in the Malaysian capital charges from RM88 (US$29) nett to RM138 nett. Another 61 rooms are scheduled to open by the end of next year. The property has four room categories - single, double, twin and family - that come with free Wi-Fi. 

Grace Holidays general manager Godwin Miranda said the opening was timely as there was a demand-supply gap for budget hotels in the city. "The LCCs (low-cost carriers) have made it more affordable for young people to travel. They save on accommodation but spend more on sightseeing. Even business travellers are looking for budget hotels with basic facilities." Miranda added that the hotel's location, close to the commercial and business areas, was a plus point. 

-TTG Asia.