Waking up in the wee hours of the morning, I discovered to my shock (more like horror) that we had forgotten to prepare a flask of hot water to make milk for Buddy. In fact, all the used bottles were not even cleaned as we had returned late from our Chinese New Year Reunion Dinner with my extended family, whom I’ve not met in the past year.
Earlier in the day, Angie had also discovered that we urgently needed some laundry service for our kids’ clothes as we had underestimated the number of clothes for this trip. Thankfully, we were staying in this spanking new service apartment for this leg of our CNY visitation. Right after check-in, both Angie and I agreed The Capri by Fraser in Kuala Lumpur was a god-send. There were a quick boiling kettle and a clean kitchenette where Buddy’s bottles could be quickly cleaned, sterilized and his feed prepared all within a matter of minutes.
We were also able to use washing machine cum dryer in the apartment to do some light washing to resolve our need for fresh laundry with detergent thrown in free. I used the larger dryer in the ‘Spin’ Room (for a fee) to dry some heavy clothings so that we don’t go home with a large pile of soiled laundry. That is always the best part of staying in a serviced apartment.
Welcome to Capri by Fraser, a world-class service apartment situated in Bangsar South (About 20 mins to downtown KL) where the travellers’ needs are met with world-class facilities and service. This contemporary service apartment is and this is where we made our ‘home’ during the peak of our home visitation during CNY. We were impressed the moment we set foot into the lobby. The receptionists greeted our family chirpily with well wishes for the Lunar New Year and gave the kids some CNY candies.
Spanking New, Immaculately Clean:
Our apartment was a clean and swanky, fully-air conditioned 3 bedroom apartment (the size of a 5-bedroom HDB flat) that comes complete with a living area, dining area and a kitchenette that is equipped with a large fridge and a 7.5kg washing machine cum dryer. Yes, quality appliances that we would actually use in our homes. We were pleasantly surprised that our stay comes also with daily housekeeping and virtually all the services you would expect from a full-service hotel.
All their bedding and towels were immaculately clean. This was also the case for all the furniture out in the living room, the baby cot in our bedroom as well as the kitchen accessories in the kitchenette – everything was very well kept and could easily have passed as spanking new! With such a cosy, clean apartment, we were comfortably settled in for the evening. As it was CNY eve, we even enjoyed distant fireworks from the apartment’s balcony at midnight.
Take a tour of the apartment with us!
‘Caprilicious’:
After a peaceful night’s rest, we were ready to savour the local breakfast that comes complimentary with the room. Down at the lobby is ‘Caprilicious’ – Capri’s main restaurant which serves a modest selection of Continental and Asian breakfast. They had porridge, steamed dumplings and a selection of fresh fruits which were perfect for our young kids. Our 8 year-old were particularly thrilled with the fresh pancake station ( it was fresh waffles the next day!) For the adults, we especially loved the fragrant Nasi Lemak served with tender Mutton Rendang. Despite running at full capacity, the service staff were still prompt, attentive and friendly.
Downtime:
In between the hectic pace of Chinese New Year visitations, we stole a few hours to return to the apartment for rest. We appreciated the space that we have in the apartment – large enough for Buddy to be soundly asleep in the room while his elder sister was reading in her own room before an afternoon nap. Angie and I took turns to wash and sort out the laundry in the kitchenette and also watched some TV shows in the living room. My Mom, the kids’ paternal Grandma caught up with some knitting in her own bedroom. Each of us had our own private space to unwind comfortably and recharge for another round of visitation.
Family Fun Time…regardless of Age:
The next morning after breakfast, we explored the hotel to check out the other facilities. As we all know, KL is such a big city, going out and having to search for activities that conveniently suit everyone from baby to Grandma can be challenging if not impossible. Here is where Capri by Fraser stands out. Up on the 32nd and 33rd floors (the highest floors of the hotel), is a stunning infinity pool that gives a breathtaking view of the city skyline. Next to it is the kids’ wadding pool and the sun deck. We were impressed that the kids pool is just the right depth for Buddy to waddle confidently (without a float, as we didn’t bring one). The pool side was large enough for all guests to have their own space to chill out on a languid Malaysian afternoon.
Watch our video of how much fun we had at the infinity pool!
If more privacy is what you need, then take a flight of short stairs up and you’ll find two gazebos for sun-tanning or relaxing with a book. Right next to the gazebos are a row of private cabanas with jacuzzi. These private Jacuzzi all face the stunning skyline view and they are FREE for guests to use. Seriously impressive! We wish we had discovered these earlier in our stay. The views from here would surely be stunning at sunset!
Down at the 32nd floor, we discovered a treasure trove of rooms that got us even more excited – Games Room, Yoga Room, Gym and Kids’ Play room. All large, spacious, clean and all facing the stunning skyline view.
The gym is large, clean and fully equipped. Next to it is a big yoga room for some private stretching and reflection. The games room was well-stocked with activities for family time – a Billard table, Table Soccer, 2 Video Games Stations – Playstation and Xbox. There’s also a reading corner with materials for some light reading.
The kids were naturally drawn to the Kids’ Play Room with a mini playground structure which was enough to ignite laughter from our toddler and his sister as they played around together under Mommy and Grandma’s watchful eyes. The 4 of us also had lots of laughter playing the table soccer in the Games Room. Between these 2 floors, we had so much fun and most importantly, created many fond memories this CNY, right here in this hotel!
Here’s a virtual tour of the awesome Family-Friendly Facilities at The Capri!
Shopping Time:
There is a large shopping mall (The Nexus) connected to the Capri by Fraser. Since our primary purpose for this trip was to catch up with relatives over CNY, we didn’t do any shopping at all. But for those who need retail therapy while on vacation, the hotel does provide free shuttle service to the major malls in KL city such as KLCC, Pavillion, Midvalley and KL Sentral where trains are available to and from the KL Airport.
Our short 3D2N stay at Capri by Fraser exceeded our expectations. Not only was the apartment chic, clean and cosy, we were wowed by its family-friendly facilities and sincere service. We enjoyed our stay so much we actually felt sad to leave. The next time we return to KL, the Capri by Fraser would definitely be high on our list.
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Capri by Fraser Hotel Residences, KL
Address: No. 5 Jalan Kerinchi, Bangsar South City, 59200 Kuala Lumpur
Tel: +60 3 2386 0888 |
Email: [email protected]
AWARDS
2016 – Travellers’ Choice Award 2016 by Trip Advisor
2015 – Certificate of Excellence 2015 by Trip Advisor and Traveller’s Choice Award 2015 by Trip Advisor
Disclaimer: We were invited for a 2 nights’ stay at The Capri by Fraser, KL for the purposes of this review. No monetary compensation was received. All photos and opinions are, as usual, ours. The Capri by Fraser, KL is truly a gem for families!
A gem for families, I couldn’t agree more! We’ve only stayed in a service apartment once and I could relate to all the perks you mentioned about staying in one, especially the fully-equipped kitchenette plus DIY laundry bits. It’s like a home away from home with great views and awesome facilities to boot!
Yes! You should try this the next time you’re in KL!
Clean, spacious, well-equipped and with activity spaces for the young and old – just WOW! I would really love to sink into one of those jacuzzi with stunning view right now!
Haha you said it Dawn! As we were typing the post, it made us miss the place even more! Thanks for visiting!
You had me at free washer-dryer in the room. The infinity pool was a real bonus and that private jacuzzi cabana was just WOW! And then kids playroom??? Sold.
Yes, that was a real gem. And if there’s some major washing to do, there’s the Spin Room! The kids playroom and games room PLUS the infinity pool was a real draw too! We would return at a drop of a hat!
This place looks like a great home away from home. Mummy and daddy gets couple time at the private jacuzzi too 🙂
Yes Michelle…and there’s a pretty big mall next to you to extend the couple time to include some retail therapy! Thanks for visiting.
I feel that with multiple kids in tow, a serviced apartment will suit our needs better than a hotel room because the children can sleep in their rooms, while the parents can watch tv without having to mute its sound! This is definitely Mission Impossible if we are staying in a hotel room.
Thanks for visiting. Ya, it has the comforts and convenience of home….minus all the house chores! A true gem.
I could so relate with the milk bottles thingy. Good to stay in a serviced apartment since it is so convenient for kids. Would keep this place in mind when planning to visit KL.
Hi Thanks for visiting. Yup! The convenience is definitely a ‘life saver’….plus with all the creature comforts. It’s a place we will return to.
My girls and I love shopping, a large shopping mall connected to Capri is a sure win! Plus free shuttle to major malls… 🙂
Yes, it’s amazingly convenient. Even if you don’t go shopping, the kids would be gamely occupied by the in-house recreational facilities!
This must be really wonderful to enjoy your own private jacuzzi and room also very spacious. Free washer -dryer is like so great especially for parents with small kids.
The apartment looks spick & span..& I love the private cabanas with jacuzzi!!! Plus the various activities rooms, it truly is an ideal place to stay for families with kids 🙂
Love service apartment which is big enough for the family and the pool looks amazing!! Hope to win and bring the kids.
looks awesome!
Reading your blog makes me so excited wanting to bring my parents, hubby and 2young kids along for a short unwind at this lovely family friendly apartment that is huge enough to cater for us. Now every vacation we go we hope to have family friendly apartment style with washing machine cum dryer, kitchen, spacious room, big infinity kids friendly pool and kids game room and Capri by Fraserburgh KL just simply fits all the bill that we wanted. Plus a free shuttle bus to KLCC and a shopping next to it simply Is best vacation that I hope to plan for my first Malaysia trip with my family.
This is the ideal apartment that we always look for when we go travel as a family. Got washing machine to wash clothes, kitchen to do simple cooking for the small kids, and spacious place for them to run about when back at the apartment! And there’s a beautiful pool too!
Of course is the kid friendly amenities which is a gem for my girl who simply love staycation. And for me , definitely is the shopping area that attract me. Kuala Lumpur is a place which my girl haven’t been before so it will be truly fantastic if we won and we can have a good family binding time during September school holiday before my girl progress to Pri 1 next year.
It is a kids friendly hotel with many various activties suitable for the kids. The facilities and equipments are kids friendly too.
Awesome apartment and it definately a prefect holiday bonding place for the whole family.
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I love the infinity pool and the private jacuzzi cabana!!! My kiddos loves Swimming and anything with water!!! What’s more, the playroom!! We are always concerned about finding activities to entertain the kids when out on a holiday. With the in house recreational activities, kids will have a great fun time! Not forgetting a gym for the man! This is truly a little gem for families short getaway!!
The kids waddling pool will definitely please the kids for this getaway!
Just nice we plan to go Kuala Lumpur on Sept School Hoilday. Just nice if i can win this to tag along with my trip. We haven’t book any stay at the moment hope to win.
Thank you Life’s Tiny Miracles for this giveaway.
The hotel looks great and we are planning to go to KL during the Sept school holidays. Hope to win this!
Wow, washer-dryer included! This sets a very high standard for serviced apartments! Just looking at your pics, I wana jump into the infinity pool and jacuzzi right now! ?
Capri by Fraser, KL is an ideal family holiday destination as it has great amenities and facilities for the whole family, and it is centrally situated for shopping and dining options.
I simply love the facilities in the hotel! The swimming pool, the play room, and the gym seems like a lot of fun for the whole family! Can’t wait to plan a visit to Capri by Fraser in KL 🙂
It is simply so convenient as almost everything is available. Spacious and nearby shopping malls, kids can entertain themselves and best of all..loads of dirty laundry could be washed and tumble dried in dryer. What a relief if not got to lugged back heavy loads of dirty clothings. Simply a must visit place for short family getaway.
Definitely looks like a family-friendly hotel – especially that free to use washer-dryer – and I am drawn to the private jacuzzi!
It’s clean, bright and spacious. I love how bright the rooms are as it definitely brighten up the day. I also love love love the infinity pool overlooking the urban view. Plus, it comes with a kids’ play room which is perfect for my 2 & 4 years old. It’s a dream staycation!!!
The last time round I went to KL was more than 15years ago. Back then I visit KL once a month. Missing the place terribly….and so wish to bring my kids over to experience KL! I guess Capri would be the ideal choice when it comes to accomodation since it is so kids friendly!
Just love the Kids Play Room and Games Room. Can imagine my family having lots of fun here!
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The hotel has kids play room and pool that definitely will keep my girls occupied and for me, I love the jacuzzi!
Lovely! Love to win this and stay at this lovely hotel!
I love family-friendly serviced apartment. With an apartment which comes with daily house-keeping and breakfast at the cafe in the lobby, I do not even need to leave the place. The Kids’ Play Room, Games Room and the infinity pool will keep the kids happy.
It’s so family orientated cos it equipped with in house recreational activities and the apartment is so roomy for kids to run around.
This is definitely the place to go this holiday as a
Big family !! My sisters and I are planning a vacation with my parents and our kiddos. The apartment is big. Loads of activities ! My parents will Love this and my kids too! Definitely wan to try the jacuzzi! The infinity pool is great too! There is a wading pool for my kids and nieces and adults. There is a Game room too! Will definitely enjoy ourselves and spend quality time together as a big family!
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This is definitely one of the best family hotels in Kuala Lumpur! I’m loving its extensive range of facilities for children, including games room and mini playground. Additionally, I can’t wait to enjoy those luxurious amenities such as infinity pool and jacuzzi as well as hang out at the swanky rooftop bars and fine dining restaurants.
OH wow this place looks awesome!
What a super place for our next family visit to KL! Kids’ play room and infinity pool with a killer view? I’m so going there.
The Kid’s play room are awesome!! My boy would be having so much fun in it~
This hotel is so cosy and it looks like home away from home. I’m sure my family will not want to leave the hotel when they are in it!
Looks like a great place to chill out and relax with friends and family!
The Infiniti pool is awesome. The Games room and Kids’ Play room will keep the children busy and happy!
Love the pool and kids entertainment room. The kids can indulge in these facilities while we can take a rest, of course with an eagle on them.
With the amenities located in the room, we can travel light, yes! travel light as we can do our laundry in our own apartments and leave room in our luggage to fulfil ours and also our relatives and friends’ wish list.
I often go to Kuala Lumpur for business trips, and I happened to discover Capri by chance when I drove into Jalan Kerinchi last July (in fact I was lost and I wanted to go to Mid Valley). While stopping at the traffic light, my staff told me that the condominiums look good and I told him cannot be. I told him we should plan to stay here during our next business trip. Now I know the answer after reading your blog.
I hope to win this staycation to explore the various amenities before I get the chance to stay here during my business trip which is scheduled for November.
Love the Infiniti Pool and Kids’ play room.Hope to spend a night there with my family.
This hotel makes it to the top of the list due to its location, hospitality and children entertainment facilities. Wanting to experience it all.
Its amazing that everything that the kiddies enjoy doing are all contained and can be found in the hotel! Especially the pool as that is always the first thing that the kiddies aim at!! Amazing place and thanks for the review, especially the pics that are always helpful!
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Seems now finally I found the ideal family friendly hotel for my family members especially my 2young active kids to KL for our next visit to our relatives at KL. The beautiful spacious room with amenities cater for them, facilities like the Game Room and infinity pool simply will make them thrilled for joy. Simply the best KL hotel that my wife and me can enjoy too with the nearby free shuttle service to Klcc for shopping spree certainly is a big Bonus and convenient for us. What’s more to ask when Capri by Fraser simply put guests of all ages as their priority with excellent hospitality service.