DAYCATION. Yes, that's right, this new word might just take the whole hotel-staying to a new level.
Daycation is probably unheard of pre-pandemic as not many hotels accept hourly stay, especially the luxury ones. But now, daycation, or even workation is actually a thing!
In fact, you can actually book an hourly stay at some of the amazing hotels in Klang Valley, in a jiffy through this go-to hourly-hotel booking platform, called Flow.
Launched in Hong Kong back in 2018, this awesome app was created to help travellers find a place to rest between activities during a day-trip.
It has expanded to Macau and Singapore, and now… finally stepping into the Malaysia market.
SURFING THE FLOW
The Flow app basically allows users to book luxury hotels by the hour and spontaneously based on their needs. It makes booking hotels convenient, affordable and accessible for all.
Ideal for busy and spontaneous adults who are either looking to relax, escape, have
fun or perhaps to just find some privacy, Flow allows them to book a micro-stay at hotels just as
quickly as they can upload a picture on Instagram.
Users can open the app anytime they want and make hotel reservations without concerning themselves with the restrictions of standard check-in and checkout times. They can even customise their experience by the hour and only pay for that specific amount of time.
This approach ensures that the experience can be kept affordable and within any type of budget
even while staying at five-star accommodations.
The app does not only provide a variety of hotels via a list but instead it also features a map function that allows users to explore options most accessible to them.
Loving the concept, I decided to give the app a try and after browsing I made my pick. All I have to do is click on my preferred hotel and specify the time slot or hourly period.
Currently, hotel rooms on Flow are available between the price range of RM40 to RM300 per session of 7 hours.
Booking process is quite a breeze too, as I can opt to pay at the hotel or advance payment through the app, I choose the latter.
THE PICK
Used to be a hip hotel in KL city once upon a time due to its unique location, Micasa All Suite Hotel offers great suites options that are ideal for family staycation - the reason that makes me click on it.
Checking in is easy, and with an additional Rm50, I upgrade my room by opting for a room at the ground floor, nearer to the pool. We have a private al-fresco dining too.
The studio suite is really spacious and comfortable, with stylish interior fixtures - which is quite a romantic layout.
There's a king bed for us to rest during our stay, a cosy living area and a roomy bathroom to freshen up.
This hotel is ideal for long stay too as it has a fully equipped kitchen with built-in refrigerator, microwave oven, cooking facilities, crockery and cutleries complemented with dining area.
I have also booked in advance to enjoy the swimming pool at 4pm - which is the highlight of our daycation.
Interestingly, the pool uses the latest salt water filtration system. This makes the water environmentally friendly and offers multiple benefits such as no harsh chemicals thus gentler on skin especially for children and no chlorine smell.
For more info on Flow, visit the website: https://app.flowtheroom.com/my/en/app. The app is available for free on the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store for users to download.