• The hibiscus is Malaysia's national flower.red hebiscus flower, Malaysia national flower image by Heng kong Chen from Fotolia.com
  
  Divided by the South China Sea, Malaysia has diverse ecosystems, cultures and ethnicities that coalesce to create one of the safest and most stable countries in Southeast Asia, according to Lonely Planet. With a plethora of activities including diving and cave exploration, theme parks and national parks, Malaysia offers something for everyone. Area hotels cater to the influx of tourists and provide easy access to nearby attractions.
  
  

Grand Millennium Hotel

• The Grand Millennium Hotel in Kuala Lumpur is one of Malaysia's luxury hotel offerings. The five-star 433-room hotel is within walking distance of the Pavilion, a 1.37-million-square-foot shopping center, and 45 minutes from the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The Grand Millennium sports floor-to-ceiling windows and outfits standard rooms with marble-floored bathrooms. Personal butler services are available with the executive, imperial or presidential suites. The hotel offers four restaurants including the Mill, an all-day restaurant serving Asian to Mediterranean food, and the Pulse where guests enjoy tapas and cocktails while listening to live bands and celebrity DJs.
  
  

Telang Usang Hotel

• Owned and managed by the indigenous tribes of Sarawak, the 66-room Telang Usang Hotel is within a 10-minute walk of the Kuching Waterfront and the Main Bazaar, where tourists buy souvenirs, handicrafts and groceries. At Telang Usan, guests experience authentic Sarawak culture through the hotel's decor. The Dulit Terrace serves traditional cuisine in a longhouse setting, and Golden Phoenix also serves local cuisine.
  
  

Shangri La Hotel Singapore

• Listed on Five Star Alliance's "Best Kid Friendly Hotel" and "Best Business Hotel" lists, the Shangri La Hotel Singapore offers families and business travelers a multitude of options when traveling to Malaysia. Hotel offerings include suites with separate bedrooms, dining and living areas and marble-accented bathrooms with bathtubs and glass enclosed showers. Business productivity and security options are standard in each suite. Four restaurants and three lounges are available on site. The hotel also offers health and leisure options including a gymnasium, children's pool, spa facilities, saunas and Jacuzzis and tennis courts. Shangri La is 35 minutes from Singapore's national airport, and attractions such as the Singapore Zoological Gardens and Botanic Gardens are accessible by tour bus.