Well, all really far too complicated! As I said in post #8, talk to ATC, point just west of KELON, dial in 2700' and arrange to be established on the STAR track inbound KELON just before it when you can then happily dial in 2500' and BINGO! No need for daring hold entries and 360s above hold level or whatever. KISS?
I agree with you in the respect that it's better to ask ATC for EXACTLY what you want, and confirm with them if there is any question or confusion.
However, I am addressing the OP's question regarding the clearance he got, not what else he might have requested. So far it appears that only Canada has the written procedure for what he thinks he wanted to do...