Title: Malaysia Oceanfront Hotels from CA $119: Book the Right Oceanfront Hotels Room in Malaysia, Asia - Expedia.ca

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## Our top choices for Malaysia hotels with an ocean view

![Premier Suite | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/791200/791156/85f43552.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/791200/791156/4ddbb08c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/791200/791156/bd318861.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hallway](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/791200/791156/51299fa0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Eastern And Oriental Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-Eastern-And-Oriental-Hotel.h791156.Hotel-Information)

Downtown George Town

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1001)

"An absolutely fantastic hotel. We stayed in the heritage wing and found the staff wonderful, the food delicious and the room kept clean and tidy. We will be returning to this gem. "

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Duncan

CA $247

CA $299 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-Eastern-And-Oriental-Hotel.h791156.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36040700/36040669/365564f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Supreme Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36040700/36040669/c3122409.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36040700/36040669/01e01127.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36040700/36040669/2e04ec05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hompton by the Beach Penang

[](https://www.expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-Hompton-By-The-Beach-Penang.h36040669.Hotel-Information)

Tanjung Bungah

8.8/10

Excellent

(307)

"overall ok"

![Malaysia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/my.svg)

Naqib

CA $106

CA $119 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-Hompton-By-The-Beach-Penang.h36040669.Hotel-Information)

![Premier Room, 1 King Bed](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849200/9849125/76480eae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849200/9849125/w3998h2667x2y0-d410bd88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849200/9849125/83da2f8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9849200/9849125/316e0d44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Kota Kinabalu Marriott Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Kota-Kinabalu-Marriott-Hotel.h9849125.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Kota Kinabalu

8.6/10

Excellent

(599)

"overall quite nice, be aware that the hotel is right on the landing route to KKIA, so you can hear the planes flying right above your heads all day long"

![Taiwan](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/tw.svg)

SHU-WEI

CA $134

CA $149 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kota-Kinabalu-Hotels-Kota-Kinabalu-Marriott-Hotel.h9849125.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24200000/24195700/24195630/b545e2a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach volleyball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24200000/24195700/24195630/87308acd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Italian cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24200000/24195700/24195630/933c2dc8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24200000/24195700/24195630/3c8bfd5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Westin Desaru Coast Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Bandar-Penawar-Hotels-The-Westin-Desaru-Coast-Resort.h24195630.Hotel-Information)

Bandar Penawar

9.2/10

Wonderful

(354)

"Great room"

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

Wing Seng

CA $195

CA $214 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Bandar-Penawar-Hotels-The-Westin-Desaru-Coast-Resort.h24195630.Hotel-Information)

![3 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1470000/1468700/1468622/fbe2fc2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Rooftop bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1470000/1468700/1468622/89e6e132.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Suite, 1 King Bed (Twin Towers View) | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1470000/1468700/1468622/446ca1ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Rooftop bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1470000/1468700/1468622/95e19bf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-Traders-Hotel-Kuala-Lumpur.h1468622.Hotel-Information)

Kuala Lumpur City Centre

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1000)

"Good location and great room for the price."

![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg)

Miles

CA $160

CA $176 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-Traders-Hotel-Kuala-Lumpur.h1468622.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83600/83571/235b0212.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83600/83571/c325b740.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83600/83571/7234db0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/83600/83571/8c672170.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Gurney Bay Hotel, A PARKROYAL PARTNER HOTEL

[](https://www.expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-Gurney-Bay-Hotel.h83571.Hotel-Information)

Downtown George Town

8.6/10

Excellent

(1004)

"Very spacious, clean and well managed hotel. Friendly staff. "

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

Kim Lin

CA $125

CA $152 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 15 - Dec 16

[](https://www.expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-Gurney-Bay-Hotel.h83571.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/900/878/f9f53133.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/900/878/18b405fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/900/878/e93f4990.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden Wing, Studio Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/900/878/ee848bc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Shangri-La Rasa Sayang, Penang

[](https://www.expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-Shangri-La-Rasa-Sayang.h878.Hotel-Information)

Batu Ferringhi

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1000)

"Relaxing resort with great views. We enjoyed the swimming pools, walks by the beach, massages at the spa and the wonderful breakfasts. The staff were lovely. "

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Natasha

CA $239

CA $287 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/George-Town-Hotels-Shangri-La-Rasa-Sayang.h878.Hotel-Information)

![4 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34700/34686/b0ddaa27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Breakfast and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34700/34686/a1816bc2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34700/34686/e317650b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/34700/34686/7340d5c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Langkawi-Hotels-The-Westin-Langkawi-Resort-Spa.h34686.Hotel-Information)

Kuah

8.8/10

Excellent

(1000)

"Excellent service "

![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg)

Rozina

CA $314

CA $352 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Langkawi-Hotels-The-Westin-Langkawi-Resort-Spa.h34686.Hotel-Information)

![2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2560000/2555700/2555614/4000e09d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2560000/2555700/2555614/dd205062.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2560000/2555700/2555614/4bda9347.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach bar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2560000/2555700/2555614/19c201a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Holiday Villa Resort & Beachclub Langkawi

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Langkawi-Hotels-Holiday-Villa-Beach-Resort-Spa-Langkawi.h2555614.Hotel-Information)

Langkawi

7.8/10

Good

(882)

"Our second time here , once again it was a lovely stay"

![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg)

Dean

CA $150

CA $172 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Langkawi-Hotels-Holiday-Villa-Beach-Resort-Spa-Langkawi.h2555614.Hotel-Information)

![2 restaurants, breakfast served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3001500/3001427/96251885.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3001500/3001427/8bfbc766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![2 outdoor pools, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3001500/3001427/36c2fc87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bayu Senja Suite](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3001500/3001427/3aed5155.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Tanjung Rhu Resort

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Langkawi-Hotels-Tanjung-Rhu-Resort.h3001427.Hotel-Information)

Langkawi

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1000)

"Clean room & friendly staff. Private access to beach Good breakfast selection"

![Singapore](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/sg.svg)

Binte Hussain

CA $414

CA $421 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Langkawi-Hotels-Tanjung-Rhu-Resort.h3001427.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Malaysia Hotel Reviews

![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/390000/385600/385545/4ccd5da0_y.jpg)

### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Kuala Lumpur

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean rooms. Service was excellent. The cookies given upon check-in was very delicious. Something I hope other hotel chains follow."

[](https://expedia.ca/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Kuala-Lumpur.h385545.Hotel-Information)

![Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107240000/107237600/107237557/1ed2b3b2_y.jpg)

### Hyatt Centric City Centre Kuala Lumpur

10/10 Excellent

"The room. The buffet. The service was all immaculate. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-Hyatt-Centric-City-Centre-Kuala-Lumpur.h107237557.Hotel-Information)

![Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/200600/200564/2ff9e531_y.jpg)

### Mandarin Oriental, Kuala Lumpur

10/10 Excellent

"I have traveled extensively throughout the world for work and leisure for over 20 years. Each year I stay at over 40-50 different hotels. This Mandarin Oriental hotel is the best hotel in the world that I have ever stayed at. The hotel is pristine, the rooms are impeccable and the hospitality of the staff is exemplary. The most exceptional staff members are Aaron and Kiran, two of the concierges, Waty who works at the breakfast, Hafiz at the front desk, a Ram, the most professional and congenial tour guide that I have ever had in the world. Also noteworthy staff members who exhibit courtesy, friendliness and great helpfulness at all times are, Beyzid and Labin in housekeeping, Audrey Tan in administration, Shiori who welcomed us with flowers and a smile, Subra and Hayee, and Ahmad concierges, Sharom, the Chief Concierge, Adzuan, the Assistant Chief Concierge, Natasha, Mohammad, and Sarah at the front desk, Hisham (a truly exceptional doorman), Ashlam and Kumar, also superb doormen, JJ and Furhan at breakfast, and Shabril the trainer in the gym."

[](https://expedia.ca/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-Mandarin-Oriental-Kuala-Lumpur.h200564.Hotel-Information)

![Four Points By Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96730000/96727700/96727632/12257a97_y.jpg)

### Four Points By Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, City Centre

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff, breakfast, facilities for families, spotlessly clean, very welcoming"

[](https://expedia.ca/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Kuala-Lumpur.h96727632.Hotel-Information)

![Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32400000/32397700/32397610/c28d1853_y.jpg)

### Capri by Fraser Johor Bahru

10/10 Excellent

"Loved the room! It was clean, comfortable, and overall fantastic. I’ll definitely return to this hotel."

[](https://expedia.ca/Johor-Bahru-Hotels-Capri-By-Fraser-Johor-Bahru.h32397610.Hotel-Information)

![Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5770000/5765500/5765459/06ac6eeb_y.jpg)

### Aloft Kuala Lumpur Sentral

10/10 Excellent

"Very convenient to everything "

[](https://expedia.ca/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-Aloft-Kuala-Lumpur-Sentral.h5765459.Hotel-Information)

![Hatten Hotel Melaka](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5500000/5494600/5494570/1c1845a1_y.jpg)

### Hatten Hotel Melaka

10/10 Excellent

"Room - clean and spacious Location - close to coach terminal and mall "

[](https://expedia.ca/Malacca-City-Hotels-Hatten-Hotel-Melaka.h5494570.Hotel-Information)

![KSL Hotel & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5210000/5201400/5201366/a76c0c3e_y.jpg)

### KSL Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Rooms were clean and easy accessible to mall."

[](https://expedia.ca/Johor-Bahru-Hotels-KSL-Hotel-Resort.h5201366.Hotel-Information)

![JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/54300/54219/915de602_y.jpg)

### JW Marriott Kuala Lumpur

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel with a prime location. "

[](https://expedia.ca/Kuala-Lumpur-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Kuala-Lumpur.h54219.Hotel-Information)