Puri Allisa Syariah Banten: Your Peaceful Indonesian Escape (OYO 90187)
Puri Allisa Syariah Banten: Your Peaceful Indonesian Escape (OYO 90187)
Puri Allisa Syariah Banten: My Chaotic & Comforting Indonesian Escape (OYO 90187) - A Review That's Probably Too Honest
Okay, so let's get real. I went to Puri Allisa Syariah Banten (OYO 90187), expecting… well, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect. Reviews were a mixed bag, the name sounded fancy (Syariah!), and honestly, I was mostly hoping for a break from the everyday grind. This is not a sponsored review. I paid for my own stay, and these are my raw, unfiltered thoughts. Prepare yourself, because this is going to be a bit… messy.
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First Impressions - The Arrival & the Elevator of Doom (Accessibility, Services & Conveniences, Getting Around)
The arrival was… well, an adventure. Finding the place itself was easy enough. The sign was clear, and the exterior looked… okay. Let's just say it wasn't winning any architectural awards. The "car park [free of charge]" was indeed free – a major plus! Navigating the car park [on-site] was a bit of a squeeze, but hey, Indonesian driving, right?
Accessibility: Okay, let's get to the elephant in the room. Is it truly accessible? Well, this is where it gets complicated. While there is an elevator, it's a relic of a bygone era. It's small, slow (like, really slow) and, let's be honest, a little bit terrifying. If you have mobility issues or rely on a wheelchair, call ahead and clarify the accessibility situation. Seriously. The facilities for disabled guests might exist on paper, but I'm not sure the practical application has caught up. The front desk [24-hour] was a welcome sight, even if the staff seemed slightly… bewildered by my arrival.
The Elevator Saga: Seriously, the elevator. I rode it once, and it felt like a time machine malfunctioning in the 1980s. It creaked, groaned, and occasionally shuddered. I swear I saw a spider web in there. Each floor seemed to take an eternity to reach. I started taking the stairs after that, even though I had a heavy suitcase. Don’t say I didn’t warn you.
Check-in/out [express] and Check-in/out [private]: I opted for express, which, I think, meant I got the paperwork done quickly and didn’t talk to anyone at length. Which was fine by me.
Room Details - Cleanliness and Safety (and the Bed of Questionable Comfort)
Alright, let's talk about the room. The room itself was… functional. Air conditioning (essential!), a desk, a mirror, a bed… wait, the bed. The bed was my biggest issue. Let's just say it wasn't the cloud-like experience I had been hoping for. It was firm, bordering on concrete. The extra long bed was a minor benefit. The linens were clean, I’ll give them that, but were pretty basic. You'll find the basic comforts like an alarm clock, bathrobes, complimentary tea, hair dryer, and a refrigerator.
Cleanliness, Safety, and the "Syariah" Factor: The room was clean. The daily housekeeping did a decent job. I noticed several safety/security feature, including smoke detector, fire extinguisher, and CCTV in common areas.
Anti-viral cleaning products: I didn’t see them being used.
Rooms sanitized between stays: I had no way of knowing, and no evidence either way.
Non-smoking: Yes!
Now, the "Syariah" aspect. You know, the whole reason for the name. There wasn't a huge visible difference, beyond a lack of alcohol in the mini-bar and some signage about appropriate behaviour. It felt like a standard hotel, which, for me, was fine.
On-Site Relaxation - The Pool & The Questionable Spa (Things to do, ways to relax)
The pool. Swimming pool [outdoor] was a pleasant surprise. It had a decent pool with view and was clean. The Poolside bar provided excellent service. I spent a couple of hours there, and it was genuinely relaxing.
The Spa: I decided to be brave and check out this spa/sauna situation. The "Body scrub" (which I didn't try), "Body wrap" (also a no) and massage services were available. It was… interesting. Let's say the ambiance wasn't exactly five-star luxury. I got the feeling it was a well-intentioned setup.
Food & Drink - Breakfast, Buffets, & Beyond (Dining, drinking, and snacking)
Breakfast. Oh, the breakfast. This is where things got decidedly… interesting. Breakfast [buffet] and Asian breakfast were on offer. A Western breakfast was also available. The choices, while not extensive, were okay. I tried a bit of everything.
My Breakfast Misadventure: I went for the buffet. The omelet station was a highlight, a real Coffee/tea in restaurant perk. I tried a bit of everything – the noodles, the fried rice, the… well, let’s just say the sausage was of questionable origin. The coffee shop was good.
Other Dining Options: I didn’t try any of the other outlets, but there's a restaurant with desserts in restaurant, salad in restaurant, and soup in restaurant. There's also Asian cuisine in restaurant, Western cuisine in restaurant, and a Vegetarian restaurant, all of which I didn't explore. Room service was available, Room service [24-hour].
Services & Conveniences - The Good, The Bad, & The Slightly Bizarre
Internet: Free Wi-Fi in all rooms! Hallelujah!
Internet [LAN]: Did not use it.
Staff trained in safety protocol: I saw basic attempts at hygiene.
Cashless payment service: Available.
Hand sanitizer: Available in common areas.
Room sanitization opt-out available: I didn’t feel the need to, but I did not see any signs or options.
Cash withdrawal: Convenient.
Convenience store: It's a good thing there is convenience store to get small things you might have forgotten.
Concierge: Not noticeable.
Laundry Service: Available.
Luggage storage: Available.
For the Kids: I didn’t travel with kids, but there seemed to be some Kids facilities available, it was, it also seemed, very low-key, and there was Babysitting service, which makes things easier for the parents.
Final Thoughts - Would I Stay Again?
Look, Puri Allisa Syariah Banten (OYO 90187) isn't the Ritz-Carlton. It's not pretending to be. It's a budget-friendly option with some quirks and some definite areas for improvement. But even with all its imperfections, I had a decent stay. The staff was friendly (if a little bewildered), the pool was lovely, and yes, even the questionable breakfast had a strange charm.
Would I go back? Maybe. If I were looking for a cheap and cheerful base for exploring Banten and wasn't expecting luxury, I probably would. But I'd definitely pack my own pillow and maybe some earplugs for that creaky elevator.
Overall Rating: 3 out of 5 stars (with an extra star for the pool and the sheer audacity of the elevator).
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Alright, buckle up buttercup, because we're diving headfirst into a messy, glorious, and completely unfiltered adventure at OYO 90187 Puri Allisa Syariah in Banten, Indonesia. Prepare for a schedule that's less "Swiss watch" and more "slightly-dented biscuit tin full of potential."
Day 1: Arrival and the Great Bedding Debacle (Or, How I Nearly Slept on the Floor)
- Morning (Jakarta Airport - Soekaro-Hatta): Landed. Sun in my eyes. Smog in my lungs. Jakarta is… something. I'd heard the traffic was bad, but I didn't expect to need a hazmat suit just to breathe (kidding… mostly). Taxi to the bus terminal for Serang, Banten. Felt like a movie montage scene, the car honking repeatedly, the chatter of the drivers, and the general chaos of city life. But it set my soul at ease, and I loved it.
- Afternoon (Bus to Serang & Checking In): Found the bus, managed to barter the fare down a bit (victory!), and sat next to a woman who spent the entire ride meticulously peeling a mango. It was hypnotic. The bus was AC but still not perfect. Anyway, arrived at the Puri Allisa Syariah around 3 PM. Checked in. The lobby was… functionally clean. Bit of a "budget-friendly hospital" vibe, let's be real.
- Late Afternoon/Early Evening (The Bed Saga and Initial Impressions): Okay, here's where things get… interesting. I open the door to the room, and immediately there's a struggle. The room itself was pretty minimalist – a bed, a tiny desk, a surprisingly well-functioning AC unit. "Pleasant" is about as far as I can go here. But the BED. Oh, the bed. It was… not quite a bed. More like a suspiciously firm slab of something. I swear, I think it was concrete. I spent a solid half-hour wrestling with it, adding pillows, removing pillows, folding blankets into a makeshift mattress topper. I've slept on better things. Eventually, I managed to concoct a semi-comfortable arrangement, and then I ate some snacks. That was my late afternoon, and by 7 PM I was ready for food.
- Evening (Dinner and the Sound of Silence): Found a little warung (local eatery) down the road. Ordered some nasi goreng (fried rice) – the universal comfort food. The food was great, and it was dirt cheap. The local people were super friendly, as I was one of the few tourists. I chatted with the cook in a mix of broken Indonesian and frantic hand gestures, and he seemed to understand, laughing at me. They gave me extra fruit. Now that's hospitality! The evening, however, was quiet. TOO quiet. Back at the hotel, there was very little people around. Everything felt still and serene.
Day 2: Beach Bliss, Coconut Conundrums, and the Rise of the Watery Tomb (lol)
- Morning (Tanjung Lesung Beach): Hired a "ojek" (motorbike taxi) to Tanjung Lesung beach. This was an adventure in itself – weaving through traffic on a motorbike, clutching on for dear life, and realizing I'd forgotten my sunscreen! The beach was beautiful! White sand, turquoise water, and not a single other tourist in sight. I spent a glorious morning swimming, sunbathing (with hastily acquired sarong-based sun protection), and just generally feeling grateful.
- Lunch (Coconut Crisis): Ordered a fresh coconut. Perfect, right? Wrong. I cracked it open myself, and the darn thing wouldn't pour! I ended up wrestling with that coconut for a good ten minutes before admitting defeat. I tried again. This time, the coconut broke, and poured a deluge of water all over me! Now the whole table smelled of coconuts. Eventually, I managed to scoop out some of the delicious coconut meat with my spoon (the only utensil I had) and ate it like a caveman.
- Afternoon (Beach Exploration and the Rise of the Watery Tomb): Wandered along the beach, taking photos, and generally enjoying the simple pleasure of being alive. Found some cool shells. Realized the tide was coming in. Decided to take a nap. Woke up… and almost couldn't get off the bed. It was so flooded, the mattress was halfway underwater. I was shocked! The bed became my tomb. I managed to escape after minutes of struggling, and found that the tide had rushed in! So much for my afternoon nap!
- Evening (Sunset, Food, and Late-Night Reflections): Watched the sunset (glorious). Had another delicious and cheap dinner at the same warung. The cook even remembered me! And then, back at the hotel, on my slightly more-comfortable bed, I started reading. The hotel, after all, didn't have wifi. I wrote in my journal. I thought about all the things I'd done, and the things that still needed doing.
Day 3: Leaving, but I'll always remember…
- Morning (Farewells and Packing): Woke up, and my bed was thankfully not flooded. Packed my bags, and said goodbye to the surprisingly friendly woman at the reception desk. She and I exchanged many smiles, despite our language barrier.
- Afternoon (Jakarta - Again): Took the bus back to Jakarta, and the journey was as chaotic as the first. But this time, I was prepared for it all, the crazy traffic, and the hot weather.
- Evening (Departure): Bye-bye, Indonesia!
Final Thoughts:
Look, this trip wasn't perfect. There were moments of discomfort, frustration, and the near-death experience of the watery tomb. The hotel was very budget friendly. No wifi was a pain. But it was REAL. And that's what made it so memorable. It was messy, unpredictable, and full of those little imperfections that make a trip truly unforgettable. I wouldn't trade it for a perfectly planned, sterile luxury vacation any day. Would I recommend staying at Puri Allisa Syariah? As a base of a memorable trip? Absolutely. As a luxury getaway? Probably not. But for the adventure? Hell yes. It was an incredible experience.
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So, like, what *is* Puri Allisa Syariah Banten? (OYO 90187)? Spill the tea!
Okay, okay, lemme just say... it's a place. A *Syariah* place, which, if you're like me and weren't exactly raised in a mosque, means it's gotta be halal-friendly, you know? No boozing, maybe separate swimming pools (I didn't check!), all that jazz. It's in Banten, Indonesia, which, honestly, I couldn't have pointed out on a map before I booked this place. It's supposed to be a "peaceful escape." We'll see about that. The OYO bit... that's the hotel chain, I think? Don't ask me, I mostly understand the world through memes.
Is it...nice? Like, actually nice? Or just, you know, functional?
Alright, here's the deal. "Nice" is subjective, right? I'm a city girl, so my definition of "nice" usually involves artisanal coffee and a rooftop bar. Puri Allisa is… not that. The rooms? Clean-ish. The AC fought a valiant battle against the Banten humidity, which is a win in my book. The bed? It existed, and I slept in it. The vibe? Let's call it "relaxed." Maybe a little *too* relaxed for my hyper-caffeinated soul, if I'm being honest. But, look, for the price I paid? It wasn't *awful*. And honestly? The complete lack of blaring traffic noise was heavenly. That alone might be worth it.
Okay, spill on the location. Is it in the middle of nowhere? Do I need a donkey cart?
Okay, imagine a Google Maps dot. Now, zoom out. Keep zooming. You're in a quieter part of Banten. Donkey cart? Probably not. Grab (the local ride-hailing app) is your friend. Finding a driver who *actually* knows where the place is... well, that's a different story. I probably showed three different drivers my phone before one finally grunted and pointed. "That way." Embrace the journey. Look, Banten isn't Bali, alright? It's about experiencing something different, and the location really leans into that.
Food! Tell me about the food! What's eating like there?
The breakfast situation... it wasn't the highlight, let’s just say that. I remember… something. Rice, for sure. Maybe a fried egg that had seen better days. Some sort of questionable meat (probably halal, I’m sure, but still… questionable). The *tea* – that was fine. Good for a bit of a caffeine boost, which I needed. Outside the hotel? You're in Indonesia! Food is *everywhere*. Warungs (small, local eateries) are your best bet. Delicious, ridiculously cheap, and you get a real feel for local life. Just… be ready for the spice. My tongue’s still recovering.
What about the service? Are the staff friendly? Do they speak any English? (Am I going to starve?)
The staff were genuinely lovely. Bless their hearts. English varies. Definitely have your Google Translate app ready to go. I muddled through with a mixture of broken Bahasa Indonesia, pointing, and the universal language of smiling. They were patient, helpful, and did their best. Nobody starved! They tried their best, bless them. Remember you are there to experience a place. Not to critique it. That’s on you!
Okay, real talk: What *didn’t* you like? What are the downsides? Be honest!
Alright, alright, here's the truth bomb. The Wi-Fi was spotty. Like, *really* spotty. I spent half the time trying to connect. The noise levels… well, sometimes you could hear everything that was going on outside your room. The air conditioning? As mentioned, a valiant effort, but it occasionally broke down. And, look, this isn't a luxury resort. Don't come expecting five-star everything. I'm willing, in the end, to let some things slide. But internet? Sigh. Still, a little bit of "roughing it" can be good for the soul (especially when you're not paying a fortune).
Would you recommend it? Who would you recommend it to?
Honestly? It depends. If you're looking for a budget-friendly, *different* experience, and you're cool with a little bit of… *character*, then yeah, give it a go. Backpackers, budget travelers, people wanting to experience the *real* Indonesia? Absolutely. If you MUST have a swimming pool, top-notch internet, and room service, then maybe look elsewhere. If you want to experience something different and be a little bit off-grid? Then, yes. Just be prepared to disconnect (literally, sometimes) and embrace the unpredictability. Puri Allisa is the kind of place you remember, not because it's perfect, but because it's *real*. And in a world of cookie-cutter hotels, that's kinda refreshing.
So, "peaceful escape," huh? Did you find any peace?
Okay, that was the mission, right? Pure, unadulterated peace. Well... I found moments. The gentle breeze through the open window at night. The quiet before the call to prayer woke me up at dawn (a little jarring at first, but you get used to it). That moment I sat outside, on the porch of my room, and just... watched the sun set over the rice paddies. That was pretty zen. So, yeah. Some peace. Enough peace to make me wish I had another week. And enough to make me think, maybe, I'm not *entirely* a city girl after all. The world is there to be experienced, and this place made being in the moment really easy.
Anything else I should know? Any quirky observations? Go on, keep going...
Okay, a few things. Firstly, the gecko situation. They're everywhere. On the walls, on the ceilings, probably judging you from the shadows. Get used to it. Embrace the geckos. Secondly, the plumbing. Well, it worked. Mostly. Carry some toilet paper. And lastly... the sense of community. I met some families, and they were amazing. The kindness and generosity of the people I met in Banten... it's something I won't forget. Seriously, it was a different experience and I will never forget it.
Okay, you have to pick ONE memory. The *best* part. What was it?
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