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About the Hotel

Jalan Forest City 1, Gelang Patah, Malaysia

Forest City Marina Hotel is the first high-standard hotel in Forest City, located between Johor and Singapore. The design reflects the natural beauty of the Straits of Johor with a stunning ceiling that mimics ocean waves. It offers a tranquil oasis amidst the bustling city, making it a unique destination for both business and leisure travelers.

Location

Situated approximately 31 miles from Sultan Ismail Airport, the hotel is conveniently accessible for travelers. Nearby attractions include Sunway Big Box Retail Park and Aeon Mall Bukit Indah for shopping. The serene beach area invites guests to relax and explore the beauty of the coastal surroundings.

Rooms

The hotel features 283 spacious and well-appointed rooms, providing a luxury experience for guests. Each room is designed with floor-to-ceiling windows that offer panoramic views of the Straits of Johor. Amenities include air conditioning, laptop-compatible safes, and flat-screen televisions, ensuring comfort during your stay.

Eat & Drink

C & M Restaurant offers a diverse selection of international dishes with magnificent sea views. Guests can choose from various dining settings, including private dining rooms for special occasions. The Lobby Bar provides a casual atmosphere to enjoy drinks in an elegant environment.

Leisure & Business

The facilities include two large swimming pools suitable for all ages and a fully equipped gym to help guests stay active. The hotel's professional banquet team caters to events, providing reassurance that gatherings and functions are handled efficiently. Additional amenities include complimentary Wi-Fi and concierge services.

“The hotel's location offers stunning views of the beach and easy access to the vibrant city of Singapore.”view full review

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“A peaceful escape with stunning views and great amenities” view full review

Check-in/Check-out

from 15:00-23:30

from 11:00-12:00

Amenities

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Other information

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs MYR 58 per person per day.

There are no cribs provided in a room. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets are not allowed.

Number of floors:13

Number of rooms:284

Former name

Country Garden Forest City Phoenix

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior King Room

Max:

2 persons

44 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Garden view

Shower

Bathtub

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Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

44 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Sea view

Shower

Bathtub

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Superior Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

44 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Garden view

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Getting around

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City Center

Gelang Patah 7.8 mi

Airports

Sultan Ismail (JHB) 30.3 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The room was incredibly spacious, allowing my family to relax comfortably after a day of activities.” view full review

Waterpark Fun!

“My kids had an absolute blast at the waterpark, and the tickets included in our package made it even better!” view full review

Delicious Breakfast

“The breakfast spread exceeded my expectations, with a variety of options that catered to everyone in our family.” view full review

Peaceful Retreat

“The serene environment around the hotel was perfect for our family, making it a restful getaway, especially for the kids.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Private beach
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center
Golf course

Guest Parking

Electric kettle
Dryer

Services

Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Stores/Commercial services
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cribs

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle
Dryer

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Jalan Forest City 1, Gelang Patah, Malaysia

Map view

Jalan Forest City 1, Gelang Patah, Malaysia

City landmarks

Gelang Patah

Forest City 森林城市

2900 ft

Beach

Forest City

2600 ft

Jalan Forest City 1 Lot 101

Glyken Birdnest Museum

2900 ft

Bridges

Malaysia-Singapore Second Link

2.7 mi

10 Tuas West Dr

Raffles Marina

3.0 mi

Nearby

Gelang Patah

Forest City 森林城市

1200 ft

Jalan Forest City 1 Lot 101

Glyken Birdnest Museum

1600 ft

Restaurants

Sirocco Sky Bar & Restaurant

1100 ft

Level 13

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

62%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Spacious rooms

Beautiful balcony view

Poor cleanliness

Limited dining options

6.2/10

Nice

Rooms

7.7

Location

5.1

Service

8.0

Dining

5.0

Ellen

United Kingdom, October 2024

6.4/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel, with clean and beautifully arranged rooms that included fresh flowers, a nice touch that I really appreciated. The service was friendly and helpful, although it would have been better if they catered to more English-speaking guests. The location isn't very convenient for shopping, but it’s ideal for a relaxed weekend getaway. However, the dining options left a bit to be desired, lacking variety and quality. Overall, great for a comfortable stay, but a few improvements could make it even better.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms exceeded my expectations and were adorned with fresh flowers, which was a lovely touch; however, I could hear my neighbors quite clearly when they turned their lights on and off.

Service

7.0

The staff were extremely helpful and courteous, especially when arranging a birthday decoration in my room, but most were mainly Chinese speaking, making communication a bit tricky at times.

Location

6.0

The hotel is quite far from shopping malls, which was a bit inconvenient, but it is super close to the Tuas causeway link, making it handy for crossing borders.

Dining

5.0

The food options were not up to my expectations and really lacked variety; everything could definitely use some improvement.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate but did not stand out.

Samuel

United Kingdom, August 2024

5.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the plus side, the rooms are spacious and offer beautiful views of the sea and pool. However, the cleanliness left a lot to be desired, and I encountered a few maintenance issues. The location is quite secluded, making it tough to find nearby dining options, and the dining choices at the hotel are limited.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms are big and clean, with a lovely balcony overlooking the beautiful scenery of the sea and pool. However, there were a lot of tiny ants around, which was disappointing, and the Jacuzzi in the room was not working.

Service

5.0

The service was another downside; some staff members seemed unfriendly, and one even blew a whistle at us! On a positive note, there were staff who assisted me and my wife throughout the day.

Location

5.0

The hotel is quite secluded, and it's challenging to find food and drinks nearby. I felt a bit unsafe with some noisy outsiders around, which detracted from the experience.

Dining

5.0

Dining was just fine but could definitely improve, as the menu had very limited choices. I felt it catered more to a specific type of tourist rather than offering a diverse selection.

Facilities

7.0

I didn't get to truly enjoy the facilities due to the issues with the room, but I did appreciate that there were various services like dry cleaning and laundry available.

Bruce

United Kingdom, August 2024

5.4/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were spacious and had a nice balcony with a beautiful view of Singapore, but unfortunately, they were not very clean, especially the floors. The staff was friendly, but communication could have been better, and the location wasn't very convenient with a lot of construction around. The dining options need significant improvement as well, offering little variety and not meeting my expectations.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were spacious and featured a lovely balcony overlooking Singapore, but the cleanliness left much to be desired, especially the floor.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and courteous, but I felt there could be more confidence in communicating with guests.

Location

5.0

The hotel is somewhat secluded and in a ghost town area with lots of construction, making it less ideal for convenience.

Dining

5.0

I was disappointed with the dining options as the food lacked variety and didn't meet my expectations at all.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel has basic facilities, but there isn't much around due to the ongoing construction which limits options.

Spacious rooms

Poor cleanliness

Sally

United States of America, August 2024

6.2/10

My stay at the hotel was quite the experience, with spacious rooms offering a great view. However, I was disappointed by the cleanliness, particularly the floors. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond to make us feel special. The location is very secluded, making it a bit challenging to explore nearby shopping areas.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were spacious and had a lovely balcony overlooking Singapore, providing an awesome view. However, the floors were quite dirty, which was a letdown.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and professional. They surprised us with a birthday cake and song in our room, which was such a nice touch!

Location

5.0

The hotel is in a secluded area, making it hard to travel to shopping spots, especially without a vehicle. It is quite far from the nearest shopping malls.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were poor and didn’t meet my expectations. While there were nice varieties of Chinese food, overall there was a need for improvement.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were decent, but the lighting around the elevator area could use some improvement for safety.

William

United Kingdom, August 2024

6.8/10

I had a wonderful stay at this hotel with my family! The views from our corner room were absolutely stunning, truly beyond our expectations for a five-star hotel. The service was friendly and helpful, especially with the birthday decoration they arranged for my room. However, the location felt a bit unsafe at times, and the dining experience didn’t quite meet the five-star standard we were hoping for. Overall, it was a lovely getaway, but a few aspects could be improved.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were superb with incredible 180-degree views from the corner, which were unbelievable for a five-star hotel.

Service

9.0

The staff were very friendly and helpful, from security to management. They did a great job overcoming any issues.

Location

5.0

The area felt too dark and unsafe at times, especially with drunks making noise outside. There weren’t many food or shopping options nearby.

Dining

5.0

Dining was disappointing as the food options weren't replenished and didn't meet five-star standards.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were nice but limited in choice, especially at the in-house restaurant.

Raymond

United States of America, July 2024

6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. On the plus side, the beach views from the rooms were incredible and the staff was super friendly. However, I did have to ask for the floor to be mopped again, which was a bit disappointing. Also, the location felt a bit secluded with limited food options nearby, and the dining experience left much to be desired.

Rooms

7.0

The suite offered a stunning view of the beach, but the cleanliness needed some extra attention as I had to request the floor to be mopped again.

Service

8.0

The staff here is incredibly friendly and helpful, but they could be a bit more confident when interacting with guests.

Location

5.0

While the hotel is in a beautiful area near the beach, it felt quite secluded, and finding food and shopping options was a challenge.

Dining

5.0

The options were quite limited, and the food quality was not as great as I had hoped, which was disappointing.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had standard facilities, but nothing particularly stood out during my stay.

Michael

United Kingdom, June 2024

6.8/10

The hotel offers a great and spacious room that's very clean, making it a solid choice for a family getaway. The staff goes above and beyond to assist guests, which is a big plus. However, the dining options left a lot to be desired, with limited choices and poor food replenishment. The location isn't ideal either; it's quite far from shopping and dining options, which makes it inconvenient.

Rooms

9.0

I found the rooms to be huge, clean, and very comfortable, complete with a refrigerator and a full desk.

Service

10.0

From the moment I arrived, the staff treated me just like family. They were super friendly and extremely helpful with anything I needed.

Location

5.0

The hotel is a bit isolated, with not much food or shopping nearby, which made me feel a bit uneasy at times.

Dining

5.0

Unfortunately, the dining experience was disappointing; the food didn't get topped up frequently and the menu was quite limited.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were decent overall but didn't shine in any specific area.

Ralph

United States of America, June 2024

6.8/10

I had a mixed experience during my stay. On the plus side, the hotel is located in an area with a nice view and the staff was incredibly friendly and professional. However, I found the rooms could use some improvements due to noise from neighbors and dust from nearby construction. The dining options were also quite limited, which was a bit disappointing.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms are comfortable, but unfortunately not soundproof enough. I could easily hear my neighbors turning on and off their wall lamps, which was unexpected for a 5-star hotel. Additionally, they were a bit dusty from the construction work nearby.

Service

9.0

The service was fantastic! The staff was very friendly, and I appreciated the helpful advice they provided about the local area.

Location

7.0

The location has great potential and offers a pleasant view, making it enjoyable for a vacation, but it's unfortunate you can't swim at the beach.

Dining

5.0

Dining options weren't very attractive. I found them to be quite okay but could really benefit from more choices.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were adequate, but not remarkable.

John

United States of America, May 2024

7.8/10

I had a solid stay at this hotel with spacious rooms that were clean and great for a family getaway. The staff was really friendly and helpful, which made my experience even better. However, the location was a bit secluded, and I felt it was too far from shopping and restaurants. Overall, I think it’s a decent value for the price, especially during the promotional offer.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were super big and clean, which made them perfect for our family getaway. The condition was great, and the facilities were well-thought-out.

Service

9.0

The service was very friendly and helpful, from the staff to the security guard. It definitely added a nice touch to our stay.

Location

6.0

The hotel is located far from shopping malls and not much food or shopping options nearby. It's a bit secluded, which can be a con if you're looking for convenience.

Dining

Facilities

7.0

The facilities were decent, but I think they could improve with more amenities in the surrounding area.

Jessica

United States of America, April 2024

6.4/10

I recently stayed at this hotel and found it to be a clean and comfortable getaway. The staff was friendly and greeted me by name, which was a nice touch. However, I was quite disappointed with the dining options and the isolated location made it difficult to find food nearby. Overall, it offers great value for money, especially the inclusion of breakfast.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were very clean and had a lovely view of the sea.

Service

7.0

While the staff was mostly friendly, I felt let down by their language barrier and the limited dining hours.

Location

5.0

The hotel is located quite far from shopping and surrounded by construction sites, making it feel a bit isolated.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were disappointing and didn't meet my expectations.