Unbelievable Sky Views! Maya IV Johor Bahru: Your Dream Home Awaits
Unbelievable Sky Views! Maya IV Johor Bahru: My Brain Dump of a Review
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because I just spent a few days at Unbelievable Sky Views! (and yes, I went all-in, fully intending to find out whether the name was ironic). Here's the raw, unfiltered, probably-needs-a-grammar-check download of the experience. Don't expect a tidy TripAdvisor report – this is my brain, post-pool-side-cocktail.
Accessibility: (And My Knee!)
Right off the bat, I’m impressed. The damn place WAS accessible. Now, I’m not in a wheelchair, but my knee, which, after that "stellar" attempt at a marathon last year, sometimes feels like it is. Elevators? Check. Ramps? Check. No tiny, maddening steps that make you want to yeet your luggage? Double Check. That's a huge thumbs-up from a slightly creaky reviewer. They even had… hang on, let me check my notes… oh yeah, "Facilities for disabled guests"! That’s a win-win!
On-site Restaurants & Lounges: The Stomach's Anthem
Seriously. Places to EAT. Crucial. I’m powered by fuel, and this place understood that.
- Restaurants: A few options! There's that "A la carte in restaurant" thing, a "Buffet in restaurant" (which, let's be honest, is my jam), a "Vegetarian restaurant" (which, hey, options, right?), and places hawking "Asian cuisine in restaurant" and "International cuisine in restaurant." I basically attempted to eat my way around the world. The buffet was… well, buffet-y. But hey, you can't argue with a never-ending mountain of pastries. And the Asian place? Solid. The noodles hit the spot after a grueling… you know… relaxing spa session.
- Poolside Bar: Mandatory. I'm not even a drinker, and I was tempted to order a bright blue concoction just to fit in. But I stuck with iced coffee. Still, good vibes, perfect for staring dramatically into the distance pondering the mysteries of life… or if I should order another pastry. Decisions, decisions.
- Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop: Necessary for anyone who requires constant caffeine like me, it's always there.
Wheelchair Accessible: (And Why It Matters)
Covered above! Excellent. Seriously good for a place like this.
Internet Access: Gotta Stay Connected, People!
Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Thank goodness. In this day and age of constant connectivity it is a godsend. I get anxious otherwise. Internet [LAN] offered too. I did not utilize the LAN, but it's there! The Wi-Fi in the public areas was also decent. I even managed to post a selfie by the pool which got… well let us say it got some likes… Still, it's a win!
Things To Do, Ways to Relax: Let's Just Say, My Stress Melted.
Okay, THIS is where it got interesting.
- The SPA: My Spiritual Awakening (Kinda) Okay, so, I went full-on spa warrior. Body scrub? CHECK. Body wrap? DOUBLE CHECK. Massage? TRIPLE CHECK. I spent so long in that sauna (Spa/sauna, Steamroom) that I felt like I was becoming one with the heat. My skin felt like a freshly peeled peach. A glowing peach. The pool with a view? Honestly, spectacular.
- Fitness Center: Okay, I looked at the fitness center. I thought about going. Then I decided to have another pastry. Priorities, people.
- The Pool (Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]): Gorgeous. Honestly, the view from the pool? Unbelievable. Hence the name, I guess. I spent HOURS just floating around, reading, and pretending I was a Bond villain.
- Foot bath: Did it, loved it, do it, get relaxed.
Cleanliness and Safety: Because We’re Not Trying to Catch Anything
Considering the… you know, current situation, I was relieved.
- Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment: All there. I felt safe. It's like they're trying to keep you from catching something. Good on 'em.
- Hand sanitizer: Everywhere. I think I bathed in the stuff.
- Cashless payment service Very convenient.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking: (My Stomach’s Encore)
Okay, I’ve already raved about the food. The options are abundant. 24-hour room service? Yes, PLEASE, especially if that means I may get a midnight pastry.
- Happy hour: My Wallet and I Appreciated this one.
- Bottle of water: Essential, for both hydration and keeping the mini-bar stocked.
- A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant: I'll be honest… I ate them all. I think I even managed a Western Breakfast! The breakfast buffet was really my love language.
Services and Conveniences: The Little Things That Matter
- Concierge: Helpful. They got me a taxi with minimum fuss.
- Daily housekeeping: My room was always sparkly clean. I'm not sure what they were doing with all the time I spent at the spa.
- **Laundry service, Dry cleaning, Ironing service: ** Essential. I hate ironing. Like, truly.
- Elevator: Bless. My knee, for one, thanks you.
- Convenience store: Because sometimes you need emergency snacks.
- Currency exchange: Handy. Especially when you accidentally spend all your cash on pastries.
- Cash withdrawal: Saved me when I maxed out my credit card on the… well, you get the idea.
- Luggage storage: Perfect for those awkward check-in/check-out times.
For The Kids: Because Everyone Needs a Vacation
- Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal: Looked like a great place for families. I saw a gaggle of kids having the time of their lives.
- The family pool was very popular.
Rooms, Rooms, Glorious Rooms: (Where I Spent a Lot of Time, Obviously)
- Air conditioning: Thank God! Johor Bahru is HOT.
- Blackout curtains: Brilliant. Because sometimes you just want to sleep until noon.
- Coffee/tea maker: Lifesaver in the mornings.
- Free bottled water: Always appreciated.
- Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Wi-Fi [free]: Connected.
- In-room safe box: Useful.
- Mini bar: Essential (for keeping those emergency snacks).
- Non-smoking: Good. Because, ew.
- Private bathroom, Separate shower/bathtub: Luxury.
- Seating area: Perfect for contemplating the meaning of life (or which pastry to eat next).
- Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair dryer, High floor, In-room safe box, Interconnecting room(s) available, Internet access – LAN, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Linens, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, On-demand movies, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Safety/security feature, Satellite/cable channels, Scale, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Shower, Slippers, Smoke detector, Socket near the bed, Sofa, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Visual alarm, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens: All this.
- Smoking area: Always available, although I did not partake.
Getting Around: (Or, How to Escape Pastries)
- Airport transfer, Taxi service: Easy peasy.
- Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Valet parking, Bicycle parking: They got you covered. Literally everything.
Safety/Security: Because Peace of Mind is Priceless
- **CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguisher, Front desk [24-hour], Non-smoking rooms, Safety/security feature, Security [24-hour], Smoke alarms
Okay, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your grandma's itinerary. We're ditching the pristine PowerPoint and embracing the glorious mess that is REAL life. Specifically, our REAL life in Sky View by Maya IV, Johor Bahru. Prepare for: questionable decisions, questionable food, and a whole lotta questionable… everything.
The Unofficial, Unedited, Utterly Chaotic Sky View By Maya IV Itinerary (Maybe)
Day 1: Arrival and Existential Dread (Welcome to Malaysia!)
- 14:00 (ish): Arrive at Senai Airport (JHB). The airport is… well, it's an airport. Smells faintly of jet fuel and desperation. I swear, I saw a baggage handler give a look to a particularly heavy suitcase. "Why me?" it seemed to scream. Anyway, taxi to Sky View. The ride? Uneventful. Which, honestly, is a win at this point.
- 15:00: Check into the apartment. The Airbnb photos were glorious. Reality? Let's just say the "stylish modern decor" looked a little… lived-in. A few rogue dust bunnies had clearly taken up residence in the corners. I stared at them, judging them silently. We're off to a great start!
- 16:00: Exploring the apartment, I find a suspicious stain on a wall. It looks like coffee and maybe something slightly more… visceral. I choose to ignore it and focus on the view. Sky View does live up to its name. Panoramic, gorgeous, makes me forget about questionable stains for about three seconds.
- 17:00: Food hunt time! Decide to walk around the area. I am immediately lost. Every direction looks the same, which is a terrifying thought. I'd asked the owner of the rental about advice, but "go to the local shops!" was less of a game plan and more of an invitation to wander aimlessly.
- 18:00 - 20:00: The Hunt for Food continues. Ended up in a food court and was overwhelmed with the choice. It was all either too spicy or too oily, i just take the leap and choose something. It's basically delicious. I ordered something with noodles and a few pieces of meat. I eat it to the last bite. Everything is so delicious!
- 20:00: Crash. Jet lag is a beast. Contemplate the meaning of life while staring at the ceiling. The dust bunnies are still judging me (and my choices).
Day 2: Pool Day! (Maybe? Possibly? Probably Not.)
- 09:00: Wake up with a vague sense of regret. Did I eat too much fried food last night? Yes. Was it worth it? Absolutely. Stare out the window. contemplate if I should go to the swimming pool today.
- 10:00: Head down to the pool. It looks amazing. I can't help but imagine myself lounging effortlessly, a tropical cocktail in hand.
- 10:15: Reality hits. The pool is busy. Kids are screaming. The only available lounger is in direct sunlight. I spend about five minutes mentally prepping myself for the heat.
- 10:30: I go back to the apartment, and tell myself "Next time".
- 11:00- 13:00: Explore the local area. I go to a nearby mall.
- 13:00: Lunch at a cafe. Coffee is strong and the view is okay.
- 14:00: I go back to Sky View and discover that the water dispenser ran empty. I go to the nearest store to buy water but I realize the store doesn't sell any big water bottles. Now I have a dilemma.
- 15:00: I decide to buy 3 bottles of water, and back to the apartment.
- 16:00: I finally get to sit down and relax. I open my laptop to search for ideas on how to spend the rest of my time here.
- 17:00: I decide to go to the gym. It turns out the equipment is broken. I decide to go back to my apartment. I wish I could rest on my bed but i think it's time to buy water and go to the gym next time.
- 19:00: I decide to eat at a local restaurant. Everything is going in good order.
- 20:00: Crash.
Day 3: (Maybe!)
- 09:00: I wake up again with a vague sense of regret. And hunger.
- 10:00: The existential dread is back, but this time, with a side of "Where's the coffee?" Coffee is my lifeblood, the fuel that keeps me from wandering into full-blown existential crisis.
- 11:00: Decide to go to the pool and take a swim to start my day.
- 12:00: I spend some time at the pool and go back to my apartment.
- 13:00: Lunch at the apartment.
- 14:00: I spend the rest of my time at the apartment, and crash.
- 16:00: I wake up and start to write this itinerary.
- 18:00: I decide to head home since this trip is coming to an end.
Notes & Disclaimers:
- This "itinerary" is subject to change. Often. Like, every five minutes.
- My level of enthusiasm for any given activity is directly proportional to the availability of air conditioning and caffeine.
- Food recommendations are based entirely on my (admittedly questionable) personal taste.
- If you see me, feel free to say hello. And maybe carry extra water.
- This trip is just the beginning, there could be much more to see.
- I am a human, and humans are imperfect. So is this itinerary. Embrace the chaos!
So, there you have it. My Sky View by Maya IV adventure. Or, at least, a tiny, messy sliver of it. Wish me luck. I have a feeling I'm going to need it. Now, where did I put that coffee…?
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Okay, spill the beans - what *is* Unbelievable Sky Views? Sounds… dramatic.
Alright, alright! So, Maya IV in Johor Bahru, right? They're calling it "Unbelievable Sky Views." Honestly? The name is a bit much, like something out of a bad 90s action movie. But basically, and this is the *cleaned up* version, it's supposed to be these swanky condos. Think modern, maybe with a infinity pool situation, and hopefully, like, actual views. I saw the mock-up photos... very glossy. My friend Sarah, bless her heart, bought one (didn't she *consult* me?!). So I've been dragged into this whole thing... stay tuned for more.
Location, location, location! Where exactly *is* this "dream home" supposed to be?
Okay, so the location. It's... in Johor Bahru. I know, thrilling, right? Specifically, Sarah says it's near a *thing* called "Eco Botanic." Apparently, it's a fancy area, all manicured lawns and suspiciously perfect houses. I’ll be honest, I got lost on the way there the first time. GPS went haywire, I ended up driving in circles, and I swear I saw a herd of... well, let's just say it wasn't the sort of wildlife I expected. The point is, get very specific directions, and maybe print them out. That's my advice. Unless you enjoy having your sense of direction completely shattered. Which, you know, *could* be cool.
What kind of amenities are we *actually* talking about? Because "infinity pool" is a red flag for "probably not as nice as the brochure suggests."
Right, the amenities. This is where things get... interesting. Sarah went on and on about the "state-of-the-art gym." I pictured something out of the *Matrix*, you know? Treadmills that run themselves, holographic trainers, the works. Reality... well, I haven't *seen* the gym yet. But I *have* seen the artist renderings. There's the obligatory infinity pool (yes, again with the red flag!), a kids' play area (which looks like an explosion in a primary school), a "sky garden" (fingers crossed it's not just a few sad potted plants on a balcony), and... I think there was a badminton court? Look, I'm trying to keep an open mind, but I also know how these things go. Let's just say I'm mentally preparing for something slightly less luxurious than advertised. And possibly a lot more crowded.
Seriously though, is it actually *livable*? Or is this purely for Instagram?
Okay, *this* is the big question. Livable? I haven't been inside yet, but Sarah assures me the layouts are "modern" and the materials are "premium." Which, again, brochure speak. Honestly, I'm most concerned about the noise. You know what happens when you cram a load of people into one building? Noise. Kids screaming, people slamming doors, the eternal hum of the air conditioning. I'm picturing myself needing industrial-strength earplugs. And parking! The most important thing for my sanity! The parking system looks like it's… underground? Fingers crossed it's not like those mazes where you can never find your car again. I am holding out for a good view, though. That's the *Unbelievable Sky Views* part, right? Hopefully, it lives up to its name, and doesn't just look out over a construction site. Lord, let it not be overlooking a construction site.
What about the price? Give it to me straight - is this for regular folks or just the uber-rich?
The price. Ah, yes. The elephant in the room. Let's just say, it's not cheap. Sarah kept mumbling about "reasonable" and "investment potential," but I gathered it's a significant chunk of change. I *think* they have different tiers, depending on the size of the condo. You know, "luxury" units for the people who think a walk-in closet is a personality trait, and "standard" units for the rest of us. I have a feeling the "standard" units are still going to require a second mortgage. But hey! At least you're gaining on the investment. I tried to work it out but my head starts spinning when I see how much it costs. I think it'll need to be worth it.
Okay, let's talk about the "dream home" dream. Is there a catch?
Well, where do I start? The catch? Let me break it down for you. First of all, everything sounds lovely in the brochures. But the *real* catch? It's like anything new. Delays. Construction dust. And, of course, the dreaded Management Committee. The second I hear the word 'rules', I feel trapped. Parking, pets, noise, the perfect level of conformity. And look, I get it, rules are there for a reason. But also, rules are there to make things irritating. You gotta be prepared to live as part of a society. I’m just an opinionated, messy human being! But aside from that stuff, the biggest catch is the *unknown*. You're buying into a *promise*. A dream. And dreams, as we all know, can sometimes turn into… well, you know. Fingers crossed, though. Fingers crossed for Sarah, and maybe for me. I guess I need to keep a good attitude (and bring lots of snacks when I eventually go to visit). And earplugs. Definitely the earplugs.
Did you visit? What was it like? The *truth*, please.
Okay, fine. I went. I had to. Sarah *insisted*. First impression: Huge. Like, *really* huge. The lobby was shiny. Too shiny, maybe. The staff were all wearing those crisp, matching uniforms. The air conditioning was *intense*. Inside the "show unit," it was… a little overwhelming. Everything was immaculate. Too immaculate. Like, you could eat off the floor (though I wouldn't). The views? Okay, they were pretty good. I mean, you *could* see the sky. And some other buildings. But, yeah, the view wasn't *unbelievable* yet. Maybe once the actual building isn't surrounded by construction equipment. The furniture… was very stylish, but I wouldn't want to actually *live* there. No cozy spaces for my stuff. The vibe was all about high ceilings and sleek lines. So, the truth? It's… a work in progress, to put it mildly. But the potential is definitely there. Just… a lot of potential to go wrong, too. Seriously, I'm hoping for the best, but I'm also packing my earplugs. And maybe some snacks. And definitely a good book.
