Unbelievable Malang Escape: OYO 90151 Guest House 180 Review!
Unbelievable Malang Escape: OYO 90151 Guest House 180 Review!
Unbelievable Malang Escape: OYO 90151 Guest House 180 Review - A Chaotic Dive!
Okay, buckle up, buttercups, because this review is going to be as all-over-the-place as my last attempt at Indonesian street food. (Spoiler alert: I'm forever scarred by something that resembled a deep-fried… thing.) But unlike that culinary catastrophe, my stay at OYO 90151 Guest House 180 in Malang? Well, that was… something. Let’s just say it's an experience best approached with low expectations and a healthy dose of “anything goes” energy.
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Accessibility: Hmm, well, this is where things get… vague. The description mentions "Facilities for disabled guests," which usually translates to "maybe a ramp somewhere?" I didn't specifically scope out the accessibility, which I probably should have, but my general vibe was… it's probably not a premiere choice for those relying on specific accommodations. Double-check if this is a crucial consideration, yeah?
On-site Accessible Restaurants / Lounges & Wheelchair Accessible: So, based on the lack of explicit details, I'm guessing the restaurants, lounges, and accessibility are… questionable. My gut says no on the wheelchair accessibility, but I could be wrong. Call ahead!
Internet Access (and the Wi-Fi Saga): Ah, the internet. A modern necessity. "Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!" the listing boasts. Excellent! Well, in reality, the Wi-Fi was about as consistent as my ability to remember to pack a toothbrush. Sometimes it worked, sometimes it gave up the ghost. I spent a solid afternoon huddled in the lobby, desperately trying to upload a blurry photo of a gecko I'd spotted. Consider it a digital detox – you'll spend your time getting closer to nature!
Internet [LAN]: Did I see a LAN connection? Nope. Not even a cable. Let's assume it's a hard no.
Internet Services: Basic. Don't expect streaming or anything.
Wi-Fi in Public Areas: See above. The lobby was the best bet, but even that was spotty.
Things to Do, Ways to Relax (Here’s where it gets interesting…):
- Body scrub, Body wrap, Spa, Spa/sauna, Steamroom: Okay, now we're talking! The spa was a surprisingly positive highlight. I got a body scrub. What else could you possibly want?! The scrub was, frankly, amazing. I walked out feeling like a new person, like the years of travel grime had been physically scraped off. It was a moment of pure, unadulterated bliss. Seriously, I recommend you get this - even if you think you don't want it!
- Fitness center, Gym/fitness: Didn't see one. Maybe it's hidden? I didn't go looking, too lazy.
- Foot bath: No idea.
- Massage: Available, naturally. I opted for the scrub though.
- Pool with view, Swimming pool, Swimming pool [outdoor]: There's a pool. It's… a pool. Not exactly the infinity pool of my dreams, but hey, it's a pool! I didn't see a view, but I don't want to knock it because it does the job.
Cleanliness and Safety (Breathing Deep - This is Important):
- Anti-viral cleaning products, Daily disinfection in common areas, Hygiene certification, Professional-grade sanitizing services, Room sanitization opt-out available, Rooms sanitized between stays, Sanitized kitchen and tableware items, Staff trained in safety protocol, Sterilizing equipment: Okay, I think they were trying. The staff seemed to be following the protocols, and hand sanitizer stations were readily available, at least. I didn’t see them using actual professional-grade equipment but who knows?!
- Breakfast in room: They didn’t deliver a breakfast to my room.
- Breakfast takeaway service: Couldn’t see that either.
- Cashless payment service: I paid cash, so I wouldn't know.
- Doctor/nurse on call, First aid kit: I didn’t call a doctor, so who knows!
- Hand sanitizer: Check!
- Hot water linen and laundry washing: I didn't use the laundry service, so… unknown.
- Individually-wrapped food options: Not that I saw.
- Physical distancing of at least 1 meter: It did seem as though there were attempts to enforce distance.
- Safe dining setup: Yep.
- Shared stationery removed: I don't remember.
- Safe dining setup: At least an attempt.
- Shared stationery removed: Uhh.
- Room sanitization opt-out available: Nope, didn't ask.
- Shared stationery removed: Hmmm!
- Staff trained in safety protocol: Seemed so!
- Sterilizing equipment: Did not see this.
Dining, Drinking, and Snacking (Prepare to be Confused):
- A la carte in restaurant, Asian breakfast, Asian cuisine in restaurant, Bar, Breakfast [buffet], Breakfast service, Buffet in restaurant, Coffee/tea in restaurant, Coffee shop, Desserts in restaurant, Happy hour, International cuisine in restaurant, Poolside bar, Restaurants, Room service [24-hour], Salad in restaurant, Snack bar, Soup in restaurant, Vegetarian restaurant, Western breakfast, Western cuisine in restaurant: This is a chaotic mix. I think there’s a restaurant. I think there’s a breakfast (sort of buffet-ish). I think there's coffee. But the overall impression is… inconsistent. Be prepared to improvise. My one experience with “international cuisine” involved spaghetti with what tasted like ketchup. Take my advice: eat elsewhere.
Services and Conveniences (The Random Assortment):
- Air conditioning in public area, Concierge, Daily housekeeping, Elevator, Luggage storage, Safety deposit boxes, Terrace, Wi-Fi for special events: Air conditioning was present, thank goodness. The concierge? Hit or miss. Did the staff know about the terrace? Not sure.
- Audio-visual equipment for special events, Business facilities, Cash withdrawal, Contactless check-in/out, Convenience store, Currency exchange, Doorman, Dry cleaning, Essential condiments, Facilities for disabled guests, Food delivery, Gift/souvenir shop, Indoor venue for special events, Invoice provided, Ironing service, Laundry service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Meetings, Meeting stationery, On-site event hosting, Outdoor venue for special events, Projector/LED display, Seminars, Shrine, Smoking area, Wi-Fi for special events, Xerox/fax in business center: Seems like there's some of this, but the level of service is, shall we say, budget-friendly? The shrine? I’m so unsure.
- Airport transfer: Didn't use it.
- Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking: Free parking! Thank goodness because I am a cheapskate.
For the Kids (Bless Their Little Hearts):
- Babysitting service, Family/child friendly, Kids facilities, Kids meal: Uh… I don't think this is a kid-centric hotel. Bring your own entertainment!
Access, Safety & Security (More Safety Anxiety!):
- CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Check-in/out [express], Check-in/out [private], Couple's room, Exterior corridor, Fire extinguisher, Front desk [24-hour], Hotel chain, Non-smoking rooms, Pets allowed, Proposal spot, Room decorations, Safety/security feature, Security [24-hour], Smoke alarms, Soundproof rooms: Security seemed decent. I felt relatively safe. It’s a guest house, not a fortress, so don’t expect a phalanx of guards.
Getting Around (The Practical Stuff):
- Airport transfer, Bicycle parking, Car park [free of charge], Car park [on-site], Car power charging station, Taxi service, Valet parking: Parking was easy. Taxi service is available. The city is pretty easy to walk around.
Available in All Rooms (The Essentials… and the Surprises!):
- **Additional toilet, Air conditioning, Alarm clock, Bathrobes, Bathroom phone, Bathtub, Blackout curtains, Carpeting, Closet, Coffee/tea maker, Complimentary tea, Daily housekeeping, Desk, Extra long bed, Free bottled water, Hair
Alright, buckle up buttercups, because this isn't your average travel itinerary. This is a Super OYO Capital O 90151 Guest House 180 Malang, Indonesia, survival guide, told by yours truly, a seasoned (read: perpetually discombobulated) traveler. Prepare for chaos, wonder, and probably a few existential crises along the way.
Day 1: Malang, My Malang! (and My Immediate Regrets About Budget Accommodations)
- Morning (or What Passes for Morning After a 17-Hour Flight): Landed in Malang. Smog hit me like a wet towel. I’d envisioned mystical Javanese air; reality was… well, reality. Finding a taxi felt like a scene from a Mad Max movie, and I swear the driver tried to haggle me down to the equivalent of a nickel. Got to the Super OYO. Let's just say, the "Super" part is… debatable. The lobby smelled faintly of mildew and desperation (a truly winning combo). My room? Let’s just say it’s got charm – the kind that comes from peeling paint and suspiciously stained sheets.
- Afternoon: Stray Cat Diplomacy and Market Madness: Decided to venture out before cabin fever set in. First order of business: find coffee. And some actual food that wasn't airplane sludge. Found a local warung (small eatery) and basically pointed at things until a plate materialized in front of me. Tasted glorious. Immediately befriended a skinny cat who clearly thought I was going to feed it. I did, because I clearly have a soft spot for furry little beggars.
- Late Afternoon/Early Evening: The Malang Market – A Sensory Overload (in the Best Way): Holy guacamole, the market! Colors exploded! Smells assaulted my nostrils (cinnamon, durian – the stink bomb of fruits, spices I couldn't name). Got lost within five minutes, but honestly, that was the whole point. Saw a woman selling squawking chickens tied to a cart, a man meticulously arranging mountains of rambutans (the hairy fruit – it’s delicious, I promise), and a group of kids playing a frantic game of something involving marbles and a tin can. I wanted to buy everything. Couldn't understand any of the prices, haggled like a clueless tourist, and probably overpaid. Worth it.
- Evening: Trying (and Failing) to Find a Decent Meal and Contemplating the Meaning of Clean Sheets: Back at the Super OYO, which is already starting to feel a bit like 'home' in the most begrudging way possible. Wandered through the local streets to look for an atmospheric restaurant. The food smells were great, but the restaurants were too. Some locals told me to look for warungs, so I end up searching for warung. The best restaurant I found close to the hotel had an air condition that looked like it was covered in dust, so I decided to eat at the guest house. The experience wasn't great, to be honest. Dinner was bland rice and mystery meat, and the sheets…well, let's not talk about the sheets. I am going to buy some disinfecting wipes for the bed next time.
Day 2: Bromo or Bust (and Lots of Busts, Figuratively Speaking)
- Pre-Dawn: The Great Wake-Up Call (and the Reality of Budget Travel): 2:30 AM. My alarm blares, jolting me out of a sleep that was probably induced by exhaustion and the general un-cleanliness of the place. Jumped off my bed and got ready. I’d booked a sunrise tour to Mount Bromo. Hired a motorbike because I was so lazy.
- Dawn: Mount Bromo - A Glorious Spectacle (and a Near-Death Experience): The early start was brutal, but the view… the view was everything. The volcanic landscape, the smoke, the sky exploding with color – it took my breath away. Seriously, I think I actually gasped. Also, I almost died getting up to the volcano rim. The path was steep, the sand was loose, and my lungs were screaming bloody murder. Managed to fall just a few meters from the top. Was a bit shaken, but I took the best picture, and was worth it.
- Morning: Bromo Exploration & Sand Sea: Now that I'd survived the ascent, I was feeling fairly invincible. Explored a bit more of the area – the Sand Sea, an alien expanse of volcanic ash, was surreal. Hired a horse. It was slow but a unique method that I could appreciate. My horse, probably having done this a million times, plodded along with the grace of a geriatric sloth.
- Afternoon: The Return (and a Deep Dive into the Hotel's Quirks): Back to Malang. The ride back was long, dusty, and bumpy, and I probably got more sleep on the way. Took a nap in the afternoon. Now, about this guest house… it’s really growing on me. The staff is surprisingly friendly (even if their English is limited), the little courtyard is a riot of plants fighting for sunlight, and I've discovered the joys of cheap, instant coffee. It still smells faintly of mildew, but hey, it's home.
- Evening: Dinner (and a Deep Contemplation of the Sheets - Again): Took an dinner break at the guest house. The food was okay. I had to check the bed sheets to make sure they were new. I was scared. They were…okay. Good enough, I guess.
Day 3: Waterfalls, Wanderings, and the Lingering Question of the Sheets
- Morning: Coban Rondo Waterfall – A Moment of Beauty (and a Reminder to Pack Better Footwear): Decided to explore some waterfalls today. Coban Rondo was stunning – cascading water, lush greenery… pure paradise, that is, until I realized I’d worn flimsy sandals. Slippery rocks plus wet feet equals a near-constant state of panic. But I did get some decent pictures.
- Afternoon: Exploring Malang’s Backstreets – Finding the Unexpected: Decided to wander around the more local side of Malang - The place was filled with beautiful murals. Found some good coffee and a bookstore, full of books about Indonesia.
- Evening: The Sheets – An Update: Decided to check the sheets before sleeping. They looked clean.
- Night: Sleep: Slept.
Day 4: Goodbyes & Reflections (and a Reluctant Approval of the Super OYO)
- Morning: Last Malang Breakfast (and a Farewell to the Cat): One last warung breakfast, one last coffee, one last interaction with my cat friend. Leaving Malang today.
- Late Morning: Departure: Had to head to the airport.
- Reflection: Malang, you've been a wild ride. I arrived with low expectations and a healthy dose of cynicism, and somehow I left with a lingering appreciation for your chaos, your beauty, and the surprisingly okay-ness of the Super OYO (sheets still need work, though). It taught me a few lessons: travel light, embrace the unexpected, and always, always carry disinfecting wipes. Would I come back? Probably. And maybe next time, I’ll even upgrade my accommodation. Maybe.
1. Is "Unbelievable Malang Escape" really *unbelievable*? Like, actual escape from reality, or just a cheap place to crash?
Unbelievable? Honey, let's just say the name is...ambitious. I'm thinking they were going for "unbelievably affordable," and maybe, just *maybe*, "unbelievably...an experience." My expectations were low. Like, 'lower-than-my-bank-account-balance-after-a-weekend-away' low. And yet... well, let's just say I *escaped*. Whether it was the reality of my crumbling life back home, or just the sheer, unadulterated *oddness* of the place, I left feeling...something. More on that later. Spoiler alert: it wasn't all roses and rainbows. More like roses that had been sat on by a grumpy cat.
2. Let's talk room size. Can you swing a cat? (Or do you need a very *small* cat?)
Okay, so, swinging a cat? Probably not. Unless that cat is, like, a tiny, micro-cat. The room was...compact. Think: a bed that took up most of the space, a tiny desk that might or might not have been structurally sound (seriously, I'm pretty sure it was held together with hope and duct tape), and a bathroom that *definitely* wasn't designed for anyone over, say, five feet tall. I'm not claustrophobic, but I definitely started breathing a little faster when I first walked in. It felt like I was crammed into a particularly dusty, dimly lit shoebox. But hey, at least the bed was...well, a bed. Comfortable? Define "comfortable." It wasn't actively trying to kill me, which, you know, in the budget travel game, is a victory.
3. The internet situation. Because, let's face it, we're all addicted. Is it a digital desert?
Oh, the internet. Right. Let's just say it was...sporadic. Like a shy friend who only shows up when you least expect it. Some days, it was a glorious, high-speed connection, allowing me to binge-watch cat videos and order questionable takeout. Other days? Crickets. Literally, I heard crickets outside my window *and* I couldn’t get a signal. It was like living in a pre-internet dystopia. I swear, at one point I thought I saw the router doing a little jig in the corner – maybe a sign it was tired? So, pack a book. And maybe a carrier pigeon. You'll need it.
4. The bathroom. Don't sugarcoat it. Was it a biohazard zone?
Okay, okay, let's rip off the Band-Aid. The bathroom...was an adventure. Think: questionable plumbing, perpetually damp surfaces, and a faint scent of...mystery. Look, I've seen worse, I've *lived* worse (college, anyone?). But, let's just say I developed a newfound appreciation for public restrooms after my stay. Pressure was low. Sometimes, *too* low. Like, "are we even getting water?" low. Clean? Eh, let's go with "functional." The towels? Thin, and slightly more abrasive than I prefer. It's the kind of bathroom experience that makes you appreciate the simple joys of home, like a working shower head and towels that are actually, you know, *absorbent*. But hey, it had a toilet. And that's something.
5. What about the service? Did anyone actually, you know, *care*?
Okay, so the staff. They were...present. And friendly enough. The language barrier made communicating about anything more complex than "Where is the nearest warung?" a bit of a challenge. I tried to get more towels, I really did. But I'm pretty sure the message got lost somewhere between my barely-there Indonesian and their slightly confused expressions. They did their best, bless their hearts. But let's be honest, this isn't the Ritz-Carlton. It's more like the slightly-worn-down-but-still-endearing-older-brother-that-always-tries-to-help-but-doesn't-quite-succeed-at-it kind of service. And honestly, sometimes, on the road, that's...fine. Because let's face it, I’m the one who chose to stay here!
6. Let's talk about the "Unbelievable" part. What was the *really* memorable moment, the one that made you go, "Whoa, that's something"?
Okay, this is where it gets good (or bad, depending on your perspective). So, one morning, around 6 AM, while still clinging desperately to the edge of consciousness, I was jolted awake by...a rooster. Not just *a* rooster. But *the* rooster. This rooster, I swear, was right outside my window, and had a voice that could rival Pavarotti. And he wasn't just crowing. He was *performing*. It was a full-blown, operatic rooster concert. He'd hit a high note, pause for dramatic effect, and then...BAM! another crow. Then another. And another. For a solid hour. I wanted to throw something. I *considered* throwing something. But then... honestly, I started laughing. Because, what else can you do? It was so ridiculous, so utterly, hilariously *unbelievable*. And that, my friends, is the magic of Unbelievable Malang Escape. It's a reminder that even in the most basic of accommodations, life will find a way to be absurd. And sometimes, that's exactly what you need.
7. Would you go back? Be honest.
Okay, here's the truth: probably not. My back is starting to ache just remembering the bed. But...and it's a big but... I can't deny that I have a strange, perverse fondness for the place. It's one of those experiences that becomes a good story, something you'll tell your friends (with exaggerated gestures and a healthy dose of disbelief) for years to come. The rooster? Legend. The dodgy internet? A constant source of frustration, but an unforgettable talking point. The bathroom? Well, let's just hope it's been upgraded since my visit. If you're a budget traveler with a sense of humor and a low threshold for luxury, then maybe, just maybe, Unbelievable Malang Escape is for you. Just pack earplugs, a strong sense of adventure - and maybe a hazmat suit for the bathroom. You have been warned!
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