Kuwait's Magic Suite Plus: Unbelievable Luxury Awaits!
Kuwait's Magic Suite Plus: Where Luxury Tries to Cast a Spell (Spoiler: It Works… Mostly) - A Rambling Review
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because I've just emerged from the gilded cage that is the Magic Suite Plus in Kuwait, and my brain is still swimming in a sea of… well, let’s call it luxury. Let’s just say, my credit card wept a little. But hey, for a review this honest, who am I to judge?
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Accessibility – A Mixed Bag, But Mostly Good:
First things first: Accessibility. This is key for me, because you never know what life throws your way! The Magic Suite Plus mostly nails it. There are facilities for disabled guests, wheelchair accessibility, which is huge, and an elevator (THANK you!). But here's my minor grumble: I didn’t get enough info on the specifics of the accessible rooms. Like, are the bathrooms truly spacious? Do they have grab bars? This is a question for front desk!
Getting Around - Easy Peasy… Unless You're Trying to Leave:
Getting to the hotel? Piece of cake. There’s airport transfer (thank goodness!), and valet parking, a car park [on-site] and car park [free of charge]. Also, a taxi service. Getting out… well, prepare for a bit of a sticker shock on those taxi fares if you are not careful. But hey, that's Kuwait for ya!
Check-in, Check-out & Security – Smooth Sailing (and a Few Smirks at the Concierge):
Check-in/out [express] and Contactless check-in/out – brilliant! I’m all about efficiency. And the front desk [24-hour] is a godsend when you have jet lag and questionable midnight cravings. Plus, massive Security [24-hour]. They had CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, fire extinguisher, safety/security feature, smoke alarms, and the always reassuring security box in your room!
Rooms – Palaces…But with a Few Quirks:
Okay, the rooms. Prepare to have your jaw drop. I’m talking Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, the works! My room had an extra-long bed (perfect for stretching out after a few hours in the spa), Free bottled water, Hair dryer, In-room safe box, Internet access – wireless, Ironing facilities, Laptop workspace, Mini bar, Mirror, Non-smoking, Private bathroom, Reading light, Refrigerator, Satellite/cable channels, Seating area, Separate shower/bathtub, Slippers, Smoke detector, Soundproofing, Telephone, Toiletries, Towels, Umbrella, Wake-up service, Wi-Fi [free], Window that opens. I mean, it was insane.
The details, though? The closet could be slightly better organized and… let’s just say my interconnecting room – which, let's be honest, I probably didn't need – offered an unintentional peek into the life of the family next door. Honestly, hearing a kid scream "Mommy, I need a snack!" at 2 AM was a unique experience. But hey, that's part of the charm, right? (…Right?)
Cleanliness & Safety – They're Trying, Bless Them:
The Anti-viral cleaning products, Breakfast takeaway service, Cashless payment service, Daily disinfection in common areas, Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit, Hand sanitizer, Hot water linen and laundry washing, Hygiene certification, Individually-wrapped food options, Physical distancing of at least 1 meter, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Safe dining setup, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Shared stationery removed, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment all added up to a sense of relative security.
Spa & Relaxation – My Wallet's Still Recovering:
Okay, where do I even begin? Body scrub, Body wrap, Fitness center, Foot bath, Gym/fitness, Massage, Pool with view, Sauna, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor] … The spa? Heaven. I got the massage (naturally), and it might be the best I've ever had. The pool with a view alone was worth the price of admission. I spent a whole afternoon just floating in a swimming pool [outdoor]. The sauna and steamroom? Pure bliss. My skin is glowing. My bank account? Well… let’s just say, it's going to take a while to recuperate.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking – A Culinary Adventure (That Sometimes Costs a Kidney):
Ah, food. The A la carte in restaurant, Alternative meal arrangement, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Bottle of water, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, 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. So much choice! The buffet [breakfast] was a highlight, though a little bit of that “hotel breakfast” sameness, but the service, however, was impeccable.
A rant about the Pizza - A stream of consciousness
Okay, there was a pizza. I am still thinking about it. I ordered room service one night at about 2 am (jet lag does weird things). And the pizza? It was… interesting. It wasn't bad. Seriously… it wasn't inedible. But it was… experimental. The crust was thin, but not crispy. The sauce was vaguely… something I couldn't quite identify. The cheese was… plentiful. And those toppings. Oh, sweet mercy, the toppings. They were… well, let's just say they were a little too adventurous. They clearly tried. Perhaps they were aiming for some sort of exotic, Middle Eastern-Italian fusion, but… yeah. It just didn't quite land. And I, the late-night pizza devourer, was left a little bewildered, and maybe, just maybe, slightly disappointed. Pizza is a sacred trust between a man and dinner, and it was slightly violated.
For the Kids & Families – A Sigh of Relief (Hopefully):
The hotel has Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, and Kids meal. While I didn’t exactly test the waters with family travel, it looked accommodating.
Services & Conveniences – Above and Beyond (Mostly):
Air conditioning in public area, Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Concierge, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Daily housekeeping, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Elevator, Essential condiments, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Indoor venue for special events, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Luggage storage, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Safety deposit boxes, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Terrace, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center… Honestly, the list goes on forever. The concierge was super helpful, but I did get the sense they are trying to work harder on making recommendations for local spots to go.
Internet Access – The Good, the Bad, and the Expensive?
Internet, Internet [LAN], Internet services, Wi-Fi in public areas, Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Excellent! I could work a little, though I did get some minor buffering when I streamed Netflix, and that was a bit of a bummer. But hey, I have no real right to complain.
Overall Impression – Worth the Splurge? Maybe.
Look, the Magic Suite Plus is definitely an experience. It’s luxurious, it's indulgent, and it's… well, it's Kuwait. The service is generally top-notch, the amenities are plentiful, and the rooms are gorgeous. But that pizza… (shudders). If you're looking for a place to really treat yourself, and your budget can handle it, the Magic Suite Plus is probably worth it. Just maybe skip the pizza. Or, if you're brave, consider it an adventure. I give it a solid… 4.5 out of 5 stars. And a plea to rethink the pizza.
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Alright, buckle up buttercups, because we're NOT going to have a perfectly curated, Instagram-worthy trip to Magic Suite Plus Kuwait. This is the REAL DEAL. Prepare yourselves for potential meltdowns, questionable food choices, and a whole lotta "WTF-ing." Here we go…
Destination: Magic Suite Plus Kuwait, Kuwait City (because, let’s be honest, it's not the Maldives, but hey, let’s see what’s up!)
Duration: A glorious… and possibly chaotic… 5 days.
Day 1: Arrival and the Quest for Air Conditioning (and Sanity)
Morning (7:00 AM - 9:00 AM): The Arrival Debacle. Ugh, the flight. Let's just say my attempts at sleeping were thwarted by a screaming baby who, bless their tiny lungs, clearly hadn't read the "Quiet Please" sign. Arrived at Kuwait International Airport – which, surprisingly, looked pretty functional. Immigration? Smooth sailing. Luggage? Found it! (Miracle!). Now, the real test: Finding a freaking taxi. (9:00 AM - 10:00 AM) haggling with a dude in broken English is now one of the things to learn to do.
Late Morning (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Magic Suite Plus – The First Impression. Finally arrived at the hotel. The lobby… well, it had a certain… charm. Let's call it “minimalist with a hint of beige.” Check-in went okay, despite my sleep-deprived grumbling. The room? Okay, not bad. Clean-ish. Key to success: immediate AC check. SUCCESS! Sweet, sweet, icy air. Seriously, I could feel my brain cells rehydrating. The view? Mostly buildings. But hey, could be worse. Could be looking at a dumpster fire.
Lunch (12:00 PM - 1:00 PM): Desperate Measures – Food Hunt. Okay, I was starving. Like, "hangry enough to strangle a small animal" starving. Found a local restaurant recommended by the hotel. (The hotel concierge kept giving me that "are you sure, this isn't high class, maybe you'll prefer…" face, which, naturally, made me want to go straight there.) Arabic fast food. It was…filling. A little questionable. I ate it anyway. No regrets (yet).
Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM): The Great Mall Escape/Afternoon snooze. Kuwait is a very hot place, and I can't bear the heat so I head for the Mall to find a comfy place to sit and have a coffee. However, the mall is so huge, that it's easy to get lost, I found myself just wandering around without any purpose. After I manage to escape the shopping area, I went back to the hotel and had a nap. This is the most important thing to do after a long flight.
Evening (5:00 PM - onward): Sunset Stroll and Dinner Dilemma. Went for a walk to see the sunset. It turned out it was a nice view from the corniche, and the weather was great. Decided I'm going to try the traditional food, that's the only way to know the authentic experience.
Day 2: Souks, Sand, and a Near-Disaster (Culinary Edition)
Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Souk-ing It Up. Hit up the Souk Al-Mubarakiya. Overwhelmed by the smells, the sounds, the sheer stuff. So many spices! So. Much. Gold. Haggling is an art form – I clearly haven’t mastered it. Ended up overpaying for something, (probably a fake Rolex, let’s be honest) which is classic me. The experience was great regardless.
Lunch (12:00 - 1:00 PM): The Problematic Lamb. Okay, so, I’m a bit of a food adventurer… sometimes to my detriment. Tried the local lamb dish. It looked amazing. Smelled amazing. After the first bite… my taste buds did a full-on revolt. It was SO. SPICY. I tried to maintain composure while my eyes watered, but my face was probably turning a delightful shade of crimson. Managed to choke down half of it. Victory? Nope. Paying the price later, I have no doubt.
Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Beach Time! Headed for the beach. The Gulf is beautiful, but the water was really warm. Which, I guess, isn’t necessarily a bad thing? Lay on the sand and did absolutely nothing. This is the best part of the trip, so far.
Evening (5:00 PM - onward): Dinner and Regrets. Decided to try a fancy restaurant. It was nice. But the food… well, let’s just say I regretted that lamb incident. And maybe my early morning coffee. I’ll have to start finding a new favorite food.
Day 3: Culture Shock and the Art of Chill
Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): Museum Day Delusion. Went to the National Museum. It was…interesting. A lot of history I knew nothing about, and I quickly got museum fatigue. The air conditioning was great, though.
Lunch (12:00 - 1:00 PM): Something Safe. Grilled chicken and fries. Play it safe today. Need to recover from the food trauma.
Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Poolside Bliss (or Trying To Be Blissful). The hotel has a tiny pool. Spent the afternoon there, attempting to relax. Got interrupted by a group of very energetic kids, but hey, that's life, isn't it?
Evening (5:00 PM - onward): The Evening View. Went to the Kuwait Towers at sunset. Wow. The view was actually pretty spectacular. Kuwait City looks beautiful from up there. Ended the evening with some ice cream (non-spicy, thankfully).
Day 4: Desert Dreaming (Maybe…or not)
- Morning (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM): The Desert Tour…Attempt. (Or, the day I fully embraced being a total tourist with absolutely no chill.) Signed up for a desert tour. Pick-up was late. The car smelled faintly of… goat. The driver was a nice guy, but the dunes felt like a rollercoaster with extra sand. My stomach did not appreciate it. Suffered a bit of motion sickness. My face was covered with sand, and hair was messy, but the feeling was awesome.
- Lunch (12:00 - 1:00 PM): A Quiet Meal. Just something simple at the hotel. I'd had enough excitement for one day.
- Afternoon (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM): Hotel Rest Day. After the Desert experience, I was tired and wanted to rest up.
- Evening (5:00 PM - onward): Restaurant time. Went to an Indian restaurant. Food was delicious. Highly recommend.
Day 5: Departure and the Reflective Post-Trip Meltdown
- Morning (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM): Last-Minute Souvenir Hunt (Chaotic Edition). Panic. Realized I hadn’t bought any souvenirs. Raced back to the souk. Ended up buying a bunch of random things I probably don't need. Managed to haggle this time, though. (I’m learning!)
- Lunch (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM): The Farewell Meal. Had a final delicious meal at the hotel.
- Afternoon (12:00 PM - 2:00 PM): Packing and Regret (Mixed Feelings Edition). Packed. Tried to cram everything into my suitcase. Looked at my credit card bill. Started to feel a bit overwhelmed.
- Departure (2:00 PM - onward): Airport Shenanigans and Reflection. Airport chaos. Flight delayed. But, finally, on the plane. Looking back… Kuwait was… an experience. The food almost killed me. The heat tried to melt me. But the people. The sunsets. The sheer difference of it all… it was something. Would I do it again? Probably, in a heartbeat. After a REALLY long nap, first.
Overall Vibe: Rough around the edges, with moments of genuine wonder and potential food poisoning. A testament to the fact that travel isn’t always perfect, and that’s okay. It's real, it's messy, and it's mine. That's a wrap!
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Okay, Magic Suite Plus... Is it REALLY magic? Because my life could use a little sparkle.
Alright, let's be real. Magic? Nah, not *actual* magic. Unless you consider impeccable service and surroundings that make you momentarily forget you're paying real-world bills… magic. But seriously, my expectations were SKY HIGH. I mean, "Magic Suite Plus"?! The brochure promised the moon, the stars, and possibly a unicorn that makes your breakfast.
So, I booked it, full of nervous excitement. And the first impression? WHOA. The lobby was… well, it felt like stepping into a movie. Marble everywhere, chandeliers that could probably buy my car outright, and staff so polished, I swear they reflected the light! That’s the good stuff, the initial "wow" factor.
But here’s the thing: my flight was delayed. Annoying, right? And when I finally got there, I felt ragged. The magic was starting a little slowly. But, the staff, bless their hearts, noticed. They didn't just check me in; they whisked me away with a genuine smile and a cold towel. Small acts of kindness, you know? Those are the bits that start to feel… magical.
What kind of rooms are we talking about? Are we picturing gold-plated toilet seats? (Asking for a friend...)
Gold-plated toilet seats? Okay, probably. I didn't *personally* inspect the porcelain, but the general vibe screamed excess. We're talking HUGE. My suite? Massive! Like, I could have hosted a small gathering in the living room. Seriously, I paced around in my pajamas, just impressed by the space. A whole separate dining area, a full-sized kitchen, and a bedroom so plush I almost cried.
And the view! I mean, sometimes, I just wanted to sit by the window and soak it all in. It was the kind of view that made you forget the world's problems. Until the phone rang, and you remembered you were still a human being with a life to maintain. But hey, for a couple of hours, I was almost… serene. It’s the little things. The amazing bedding and the way the sun lit the room in the morning.
However, I remember a small issue. There was a minor glitch with the in-room entertainment, which was frustrating at first. Because I was jetlagged, and all I wanted to do was relax and watch some TV. (Gosh, I really hate the glitches of modern life!) But they fixed it lightning fast. Then, I was back in bliss!
Is the food any good? Because "luxury" doesn't always equal edible.
Oh. My. Goodness. The food. Alright, let’s go back to the 'unicorn breakfast' I joked about earlier. Actually, it *felt* like a unicorn was involved. The breakfast buffet was a MASTERPIECE. I’m a sucker for a good breakfast, and this… this was in a league of its own. Everything was fresh, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious.
I'm not even a particularly fancy eater, you know? I am mostly a simple girl! But even I was blown away. From the pastries to the fresh fruit, to the made-to-order omelets, to the… well, everything. I ate like a queen. I think the servers probably judged me a little. But hey, I was living my best life.
Okay, time for the honest part. One night, I ordered room service, and the pasta was a little… bland. Just a tiny bit. And you know what? I felt a pang of disappointment. It was SUCH a small thing in the grand scheme of things, but it’s a reminder that even luxury has its imperfections. But that was ONLY ONE time. Seriously, the rest of the time, the food? Amazing. And their little in-room coffee maker? Genius.
What about the service? Are the staff actually helpful, or just… shiny?
Shiny? Oh, they're DEFINITELY shiny. But the staff at Magic Suite Plus are the real deal. They're genuinely helpful. I had a minor issue where I lost my keys. I panicked, I tell you! (Clumsy! Me?) The staff not only helped me find them but managed to do it with such grace and calm. They were incredibly patient, and they really went above and beyond.
I've stayed in other fancy hotels where the staff act…cold? Like they're there to *serve* you, not *help* you. It can feel a little impersonal. BUT here, they were warm, friendly, and attentive. From the concierge to the housekeeping staff, everyone seemed genuinely happy to be there. I'm pretty sure they know my name now. I am thinking of moving there, just for the service.
Is it worth the price tag? Because let's be real, luxury ain't cheap.
Okay. This is the BIG question, right? Is it worth it? Well, here’s the thing. Yes, it's expensive. Like, "save for a year to afford it" expensive. But. BUT! For a special occasion, a once-in-a-lifetime trip, or if you’ve just come into some unexpected money… I’d say YES.
It depends on what you're looking for. If you just need a place to sleep, then no. Stay somewhere cheaper. But if you want an experience, if you want to feel pampered, if you want to, for a little while, *forget your troubles*… then, honestly? It might be worth it. It's a splurge, sure! But it's a splurge I'd do again if I was lucky enough!
And let’s be real, sometimes you just NEED a little bit of magic. And Magic Suite Plus… it comes pretty close. I left feeling refreshed, relaxed, and with a new appreciation for the finer things. Even the little touches, like the turndown service with chocolates on your pillow…it all added up to something truly special. I already planned my next trip, even before checking out this time. I wonder if the unicorn will be there next time.
Any hidden fees or things that caught you off guard?
Ah, the dreaded hidden fees! Honestly, not a lot of unpleasant surprises. Everything was pretty upfront. Obviously, there's the usual stuff – airport transfers, maybe some extra charges for premium drinks (which, let's be honest, is standard at any luxury place.)
The only thing that *slightly* irked me (and this is just me being super picky!) was the Wi-Fi. It was fast and reliable, thank goodness. But sometimes, I felt like I had to enter the password every time I wanted to use it. That was a minor inconvenience. Maybe I am just technologically challenged. Other than that, no major gotchas. Their transparency deserves a gold star. So nice.
Would you recommend the spa? I need some serious "me time."
