Local tourists return, but only to resorts

Malaysia Budget Hotel Association national deputy president Sri Ganesh Michiel (pic) said budget hotels in places such as Cameron Highlands, Langkawi and Tioman are reporting very good business – at least for now.

PETALING JAYA: The local tourists are coming back, and resort hotels are seeing a spike in occupancy rates, with some recording occupancy rates of up to 90%.

Malaysia Budget Hotel Association national deputy president Sri Ganesh Michiel said budget hotels in places such as Cameron Highlands, Langkawi and Tioman are reporting very good business – at least for now.