About 89 Hotel Batam
Situated in central Penuin, the 89 Hotel Batam Hotel is especially popular with business visitors to Batam. All the city amenities are just outside the door.
Rooms are modern, comfortable and have been recently renovated. Air conditioning and minibars are standard; while you will have more than enough entertainment choices with full cable and flat screen TV’s in every room.
Enjoy letting your hair down at the raucous 89 Hotel Batam Karaoke Bar and Lounge, but if your night ends up a bit more wild than you anticipated, never fear. The lovely spa area, with Jacuzzi, sauna and massages will have you feeling on top of the world again in no time.
L’amour restaurant offers local and international dishes, and is a particular favourite for business lunches.
The 89 Hotel Batam Hotel is closer to offices of major Indonesian corporations than tourist attractions, but there are Buddhist temples and local food courts in the immediate area.
Positive Reviews
positive:
In area with many dining and shopping options
Guests appreciate the fact that the hotel is near an abundance of dining options to suit all budgets. Many guests love going to the food courts in the neighbourhood to sample authentic Indonesian cuisine. Also mentioned as being very good is the shopping - especially at the nearby Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall.
positive:
Recently renovated
While some guests have mentioned this as an issue, because of the noise, the renovations are now complete and numerous guests have commented that the clean, fresh look really improves their impression of the hotel.
positive:
Spa area free for hotel guests
The spa area is quite extensive, and is free to use for hotel guests. You can relax in the Jacuzzi or sauna, or even get a relaxing massage (extra cost). Guests also mention the gym, which is great for business travellers wanting to keep in shape on the road.
Negative Reviews
negative:
No chairs to sit on in the rooms
This was a bit of a surprise, but several guests commented that their rooms did not have any chairs to sit on. Considering that this is a hotel popular with business travellers, this is a major oversight that guests believe should be corrected.
negative:
Inconsistent service levels
Although not a major issue, it is reported that service levels at the hotel can be very inconsistent. On some days you get great service with a smile, on others the coffee cups in your room remain uncleaned, and the staff are surly. It has been suggested that service levels should be raised across the board.
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Rooms facing the street can be noisy
If you can, try to get a room facing away from the street since the rooms are not soundproof and the street noise can get bad at times.