Mersing Merlin Inn — Hotel in Johor

A stop off on the way up the East Coast of Malaysia, we booked the Mersing Merlin hotel off their website, Photos looked very good but sadly it is a bit run down by a lack of maintenance and care. ||They give two bottles of water each day but there is no where to cool them down (No Fridge), which then makes a water bottle not very nice to drink. They have a breakfast only but that only serves certain foods, sadly the food is all cooked in Palm Oil, which does not taste nice. So a Toast only meal with either Marmalade or Kaya.||They had a swimming pool there, which looked nice, the young families used it but there was no seating around it at all for the parents to sit while watching the kids play.||The water pressure was good and the wife thought the toilet was very clean, pity a face towel was not given. ||The room had a balcony which allowed us to watch the tide come in and the morning sun raising, very nice to see.||we were on the third floor which we had to use stairs only.||Free WIFI was given but it kept dropping in and out so not to good for gaming for the kids.||The room had Air con which was not very loud, it did not keep us awake during...

Merlin Inn Hotel is a cozy and affordable place to stay if you're planning a trip to Tioman Island or exploring Mersing town. The location is strategic—just a short drive to the jetty and close to shops and eateries in town. The staff are friendly, polite, and always ready to help with a smile, which adds a warm touch to the stay.The room is clean and well-maintained, with essential amenities provided such as air conditioning, water heater, towels, and a water dispenser nearby. However, do note that toothbrushes and toothpaste are not included, so bring your own. The bed is comfortable, and the overall environment is quiet, making it suitable for light sleepers.A useful tip: request a room on the first floor for a better internet connection. The Wi-Fi tends to be stronger there compared to the upper floors.Parking is available right in front of the hotel, which is convenient for those driving. Overall, Merlin Inn is a simple, no-frills stay that delivers good value, friendly service, and a strategic location for both transit and short...

We booked this inn last minute on 22 Sep 2025 as a stopover before heading to the jetty the next morning, and it turned out to be a great choice. Location is very convenient, parking felt safe, and we had no trouble sleeping at all.

The night staff was excellent — really friendly and accommodating (not sure of his name, but he was a 10/10). He made the check-in smooth and gave us peace of mind after a long day of traveling.

The room itself is simple and clean, with fresh bed sheets and everything you need for necessity. If I could suggest one improvement, it would be the lighting — some side lamps instead of just the ceiling lights would make the room much cozier. The bathroom isn’t my favorite, but it...