Sunday, August 26, 2012

Batam - Planet Holiday Hotel

We stayed at Planet Holiday Hotel & Residences for one night. It was through no choice of ours, as we purchased an online deal and were cornered into choosing this hotel. The online coupon, provided by Straits Deal, initially gave a choice of 2 hotels - Planet or I Hotel. We wanted 'I Hotel', but after enquiries with the Travel Agency, they have carefully tricked us by telling us the endless unavailable dates of I Hotel. I wonder - why provide such an option in the 1st place?

Evaluation of the Hotel:
1. The room we stayed in was old, poorly-litted, but spacious. See photo below. We were given a low-floor. Thankfully the noise from the KTV below us did not travel to our room.
2. Check-in was prompt. Maybe it was due to the pre-registration done by our tour guide.
3. Reception staff was friendly. Though not exactly conversant in English, they were able to give us directions. We learnt that Planet Holiday was in Nagoya. Hence, the nearest shopping centre would have been Nagoya Hill. The additional point I wanted to make is that Planet Holiday isn't located adjacent to any shopping centre or amenties.
4. Eating joints are located a distance away too. We have to cross 2 road junctions to reach MacDonalds and KFC.
5. Breakfast seating could have been improved. I have never seen such a crowded restaurant, in which I had to wait for 10 minutes before finding a seat. Breakfast wasn't delicious, but there is a variety of food to whet your appetite.

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